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Find out the cost of solar for your home Learn more
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The Cost to Install Solar Panels Has Fallen

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The Cost to Install Solar Panels Has Fallen

Did you know that in many states, the cost of solar energy is the same, if not lower than the cost of power from your utility?1

The average price of solar installation has plummeted dramatically recently, and smart shoppers like you are saving money and increasing their energy independence by switching to solar.

Want to know more? Sunrun has focused on keeping costs low in each step of the solar installation process to make sure you’re getting the best service, product, and price.

New Savings Driven by Solar Enthusiasm

There are many exciting reasons to switch over to solar power. People are enjoying the fact that they are saving money on their utility bill, while getting a more reliable energy service. Others are celebrating the contribution they are making to power their house with cleaner energy.

A record high investment in reliable and renewable energy2 has occurred even as natural gas prices have gone down. This new increased demand for solar power has given Sunrun more leverage to save you money.

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Equipment Costs Lowered by New Technology

The cost of residential solar panels has decreased by 50% in just the last 10 years.3 Solar panels, energy storage, and power inverters have all become cheaper and more efficient. This new wave of improved solar technology has taken the cost of going solar to a new low.  

Solar panels are not all created equal, and they’re priced accordingly. The more energy they create, the more they typically cost. But with more efficient solar panels being created each year, the average price of a solar panel has drastically decreased.

Energy Storage technology has changed the solar game for everyone. Now, you no longer have to rely on the grid to keep your lights on when the sun isn’t shining. Sunrun’s Brightbox4 battery makes capturing and using the power of the sun more efficient and cost-effective.

Power Inverters are key to every power system’s success. They are responsible for changing DC electricity produced by your solar panels into AC electricity. There is always a loss of energy when a power source is converted from DC to AC. With our new power inverting technology in our solar panel systems, energy loss is minimized and your solar savings are maximized.

Streamlined Installation Yield Big Savings

At Sunrun, we wouldn’t be anywhere without the support of the solar technology community. Their innovation and growth is what allows us to pass considerable saving on to you.

Because of increased demand, we’ve been able to streamline our solar design and installation process. As solar becomes more efficient, the savings get passed right to our customers. Sunrun has always been able to help you go solar for as little as $0 down5 and now you can save more than ever when you go solar.

References: 
  1. The cost of solar panels in 2021: what price for solar can you expect?
  2. Even with low fossil fuel prices, renewable investment hit record highs
  3. The Price of Solar Is Declining to Unprecedented Lows
  4. Rechargeable Solar Battery System for Your Home
  5. Generate your own solar energy. Become less reliant on the utilities.

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Aug 4, 2017

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