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House Solar Power FAQs

FAQ's about Solar Electric...

Are there tax incentives available?

Solar customers are eligible for up to a 30% tax credit off of the project cost of a residential solar array. Similarly, the State of Arizona offers up to a $1000 tax credit for each solar system.

What size system will my home need?

The average home in Tucson needs a 10kW DC solar array.  An analysis is done based on 12 months of utility billing.  In the event that this usage not available, Sunblaze Energy uses several tools to accurately estimate the home’s prospective future usage.

What are the benefits of solar electric power?

Solar Electric power significantly reduces average monthly electric bills for most solar customers. It produces no emissions and replenishes naturally. It avoids the release of 2 pounds of CO2 and .5 gallons of water for each kWh produced. It captures and takes advantage of one of Arizona’s greatest resources, sunshine.

Is battery storage with my solar electric system economical?

There are many reasons to install “solar + storage.”  Continued reliable energy in the event of an outage is only one.  While battery storage does add cost to your solar project, it also is subject to federal tax credits.  This helps to defray the cost of your solar investment.