WattBuy’s Guide to

Solar Energy in
Utah

Header Graphic

The State of Solar in Utah

Here are a few numbers showing how popular solar energy is in Utah and how much solar energy potential there is on average.

3,166

Houses with solar panels

(circa 2019)*

887 kWh

Average monthly energy use per household

10 kW

Average system size

1,186 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

How much does solar cost in Utah?

Average solar panel installation

$18,370

Federal Incentives

$5,511

Total

$12,859

Average monthly bill without solar

$95

Average monthly bill with solar

$0

Solar will pay for itself in

12 years
Tax Credits Available

Free money (kind of)

The Inflation Reduction Act has made it easier and more affordable than ever to go solar, thanks to a 30% federal tax credit. This means that for every $10,000 you spend on solar panels, you can deduct $3,000 from your federal taxes.

LEARN MORE
Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Utah can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.

Solar Incentives in Utah

Renewable Energy Systems Tax Credit (Personal)See Details
Renewable Energy Systems Tax Credit (Corporate)See Details

The Solar Process

Getting solar panels may seem complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s what you can expect.

1

Understand your energy needs

Take a closer look at your energy usage to determine how much solar power you'll require.

2

Get quotes and choose an installer

Reach out to multiple solar companies to gather quotes and select the one that best fits your needs and budget.

3

Design the system

Work with your chosen installer to design a solar system customized to your specific requirements and goals.

4

Obtain the necessary permit

Take care of the paperwork and permits required by local authorities before installing your solar panels.

This takes 15 days on average.

5

Install solar panels

Let the professionals handle the installation of your solar panels and related equipment.

This takes 16 days on average.

6

Inspection time

Have your newly installed solar system inspected to ensure it meets safety and quality standards.

This takes 8 days on average.

7

Lights on!

Connect your solar system to the electrical grid and start generating clean, renewable energy for your home or business.

This takes 6 days on average.

Solar Installers in Utah

Bright Planet Solar

www.brightplanetsolar.com

Coverage

CA, CT, IL, MA, NH, NJ, RI, UT

Freedom Forever

freedomforever.com

Coverage

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI

Palmetto Solar

palmetto.com

Coverage

AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NV, OH, PA, RI, SC, TX, UT, VA

ION Solar

www.ionsolar.com

Coverage

AZ, CO, NC, NM, NV, OH, OK, OR, TX, UT, VA

Tesla

tesla.com

Coverage

Nationwide

Titan Solar Power

titansolarpower.com

Coverage

AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, LA, MD, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NM, NV, OH, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA

Creative Energies

cesolar.com

Coverage

UT, WY

Learn About Solar in These Utah Cities

AlpineAmerican ForkBensonBingham CanyonBluffdaleBountifulBryceCastle ValleyCedar HillsCentervilleClearfieldClintonCottonwood HeightsDraperEast MillcreekFarmingtonFarr WestFruit HeightsGraniteHarrisvilleHerrimanHighlandHill Air Force BaseHolladayHooperHyde ParkIvinsKaysvilleKearnsLaytonLehiLindonLoganMagnaMapletonMarriott-SlatervilleMidvaleMillcreekMillvilleMoabMurrayNibleyNorth LoganNorth OgdenNorth Salt LakeOgdenOljato-Monument ValleyOremPlain CityPleasant GrovePleasant ViewProvidenceProvoRiver HeightsRiverdaleRivertonRockvilleRoySalt Lake CitySandySanta ClaraSaratoga SpringsSmithfieldSouth JordanSouth OgdenSouth Salt LakeSouth WeberSouth WillardSpanish ForkSpanish ValleySpringdaleSpringvilleSt. GeorgeSunsetSyracuseTaylorTaylorsvilleTropicUintahVineyardWashingtonWashington TerraceWest BountifulWest HavenWest JordanWest PointWest Valley CityWhite CityWillardWoods Cross

Get Personalized Power Recommendations

Enter your address and WattBuy's proprietary energy estimation model will find the best electricity options for your home

*Source: Project Sunroof