Is there a limit to the amount of solar panels a house can have in Tulsa?

As a general rule, unless there are local limitations, the main limitations to the amount of solar panels you can put on your roof are the available space on your roof, your electricity usage, your providers net metering rules, and the limitations of your house hold electrical system.

How much to install solar panels in Tulsa?

Based on our research the average price per installed watt is $3.14 in Tulsa. This means for a 10kW system you can expect to pay $31,400 though pricing can vary significantly between installers based on the projects requirements.

How much do solar panels add to house value in Tulsa?

Based on a Zillow research study from 2019, home with solar panels sell for roughly 4.1% more.

What direction should solar panels face in Tulsa?

To generate the most power, solar panels in the United States should face true south as this generally results in the solar panels receiving the most light each day throughout the course of the year. That said, given that energy prices are often variable throughout the day, your installer may recommend you rotate your panels slightly so that the panels will receive more light at the end of the day when energy prices can be more expensive. That said, for most consumers the positioning of solar panels is highly dependent on your home's roof.

How many solar panel installers in Tulsa?

Based on our continuously updated database of solar installers, we have found 13 verified solar install companies in Tulsa

Solar Energy in Tulsa

Solar Rates, Incentives, Plans & Statistics

Going solar in Tulsa, OK

In Tulsa, an average home needs a 9kW solar system in order cover most of their electricity needs. Given the average residential price-per-watt of $3.14 in Tulsa, a 9kW system can cost around $28,260 depending on applicable rebates and other factors.

Average out-of-pocket cost for a 5 kW system The upfront amount spent to buy and install solar.

Tulsa: $15,700US Average: $18,172

Average Payback Period The number of years until you break even on the solar investment.

Tulsa: 9 yearsUS Average: 11 years

Average Net 20-year savings The total amount of money saved over 20 years minus the out-of-pocket cost.

Tulsa: $17,944US Average: $14,836

Solar Potential in Tulsa

Estimated system size and solar electricity production per median viable roof in
Tulsa.

Roof size 840sq. ft.

Capacity 11.75kW DC

Electricity 15kkWh AC per yr.

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Compare solar panels by system size in Tulsa

Get the most value out of your roof by comparing the different benefits a given system size has.

System Size 5kW

Roof Size Min. space required

358 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $1,037 a year

Est. Price

$15,700

Savings from a 5kWthis system

Est. yearly production 7,759 kWh
Est. monthly savings $86
Full payback in 15 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 3.08 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 141 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 7,623 mi less a year

System Size 6kW

Roof Size Min. space required

429 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $1,244 a year

Est. Price

$18,840

Savings from a 6kWthis system

Est. yearly production 9,311 kWh
Est. monthly savings $104
Full payback in 15 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 3.7 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 170 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 9,147 mi less a year

System Size 7kW

Roof Size Min. space required

501 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $1,452 a year

Est. Price

$21,980

Savings from a 7kWthis system

Est. yearly production 10,862 kWh
Est. monthly savings $121
Full payback in 15 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 4.31 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 198 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 10,672 mi less a year

System Size 8kW

Roof Size Min. space required

572 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $1,659 a year

Est. Price

$25,120

Savings from a 8kWthis system

Est. yearly production 12,414 kWh
Est. monthly savings $138
Full payback in 15 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 4.93 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 226 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 12,197 mi less a year

System Size 9kW

Roof Size Min. space required

644 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $1,866 a year

Est. Price

$28,260

Savings from a 9kWthis system

Est. yearly production 13,966 kWh
Est. monthly savings $140
Full payback in 17 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 4.99 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 229 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 12,351 mi less a year

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Tulsa solar incentives, tax credit, and rebates

Tulsa has 2 rebates and tax credits that you may be eligable for. Visit the official links for more details to see if you apply.

Renewable Energy Goal

Value:Varies

The Energy Security Act effectively established a renewable portfolio standard to guide state energy investment. The Act required utilities in the state to generate at least 15% of their retail energy from renewable sources by 2015, but without stepped progress "checkpoints" or longer-term goals enumerated. In lieu of renewable energy credits, compliance with the standard goal was measured through annual reports sent to the Oklahoma legislature. Currently, 25.9% of retail energy in Oklahoma is generated renewably. The same legislation elevated the status of natural gas as the preferred fossil fuel for energy generation. Utilities that do not use natural gas are required to explain why they made that choice to the Oklahoma Corporation Commission.

Energy Standards for State Buildings

Value:Varies

Previously in Oklahoma, new state facilities were required to meet certain energy-efficient building standards and seek certification from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services. The statutes codifying this requirement were repealed in 2013. Oklahoma still sets energy efficiency standards at the state level for public and private buildings to follow at their choice. The state government may seek ENERGY STAR certification for buildings at its discretion.

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Frequently Asked Questions

As a general rule, unless there are local limitations, the main limitations to the amount of solar panels you can put on your roof are the available space on your roof, your electricity usage, your providers net metering rules, and the limitations of your house hold electrical system.
Based on our research the average price per installed watt is $3.14 in Tulsa. This means for a 10kW system you can expect to pay $31,400 though pricing can vary significantly between installers based on the projects requirements.
Based on a Zillow research study from 2019, home with solar panels sell for roughly 4.1% more.
To generate the most power, solar panels in the United States should face true south as this generally results in the solar panels receiving the most light each day throughout the course of the year. That said, given that energy prices are often variable throughout the day, your installer may recommend you rotate your panels slightly so that the panels will receive more light at the end of the day when energy prices can be more expensive. That said, for most consumers the positioning of solar panels is highly dependent on your home's roof.
Based on our continuously updated database of solar installers, we have found 13 verified solar install companies in Tulsa