How much can I save by going solar in Boise?
Homeowners who transition to solar can plan to save thousands of dollars over the life of their system. EnergySage says that the average savings amount to more than $18,000.
SunPower is Helping Boise, ID Go Solar
Boise is a mountain west city with a fantastic reputation for solar. According to the city website, Boise earned a Gold Designation from SolSmart in 2018 for making solar more accessible and helping more homeowners adopt the renewable energy1. The city’s commitment to sustainability and many supportive policies make it a prime location for going solar, and SunPower is here to help homeowners in Boise make the transition to solar as stress-free as possible with high-quality service and the best high-efficiency solar panels.
Why Boise Is a Great Fit for Solar?
Boise is an area that was practically made for great solar energy production thanks to its semi-arid climate, high elevation, and abundant sunshine. With an average of 5.14 peak hours of sun per day2, the potential for solar energy in Boise is tremendous. Google’s Project Sunroof estimates that if Boise reached its full potential for solar installations, it could generate 2.7 million megawatt hours of AC per year3. That’s enough clean energy to offset 1.9 million metric tons of carbon emissions in the area, which would be a huge boon to the local environment.
Solar Incentives Available in Boise
Boise homeowners benefit from many solar incentives that can help reduce the financial demand of going solar:
Idaho Residential Alternative Energy Tax Deduction: Homeowners who have transitioned to solar power or another alternative energy can deduct 40% of the system’s cost in the first year and 20% for the next three years, up to $5,000/year for 4 years or $20,000, from state income taxes.
Sales Tax Exemption: Idaho state legislation has created policies allowing solar equipment purchases to be exempt from the 6% sales tax.
Net Billing Program: Idaho Power, the utility provider in Boise, has a program in place allowing for residential solar systems to earn utility credits for excess energy sent to the grid. These credits are deducted from any energy drawn from the grid, at night or during cloudy days, to provide a reduced utility bill.
State Energy Loan Program: Idaho has established a low-interest loan program to help single-family residences fund energy efficiency projects.
What Are the Benefits of Going Solar in Boise?
SunPower isn’t just another solar company—we’re innovators in clean energy. Here’s why Boise homeowners trust us:
Stellar Products: We choose to sell the best solar technology there is. Our mono-crystalline solar panels are long-lasting, high-performance products that offer strong energy output.
Comprehensive 25-Year Warranties: Our warranties are here to offer our customers complete peace of mind with coverage for our products' performance and workmanship.
Certified Installers: We partner with local experts in solar installation to make sure our customers receive the best care and true expertise.
Flexible Financing: We are committed to helping empower our customers to go solar on any budget through the many financial options available, including Third-Party Ownership (TPO) and solar loans.
SunPower is proud to serve Boise and the surrounding communities, including Meridian, Eagle, Nampa, and Kuna.
What Makes SunPower A Great Choice for Boise Homeowners?
Thousands of Boise homeowners have chosen to go solar and are seeing great benefits. Here are some of the benefits you could expect by transitioning to solar power.
Lower Utility Bills: Purchasing a solar system allows most homeowners to decrease the cost of their utilities, offsetting the costs of energy used with the clean energy generated by the system. Over the lifetime of the system the savings can amount to tens of thousands of dollars or more.
Energy Independence: A high-quality solar system with a solar storage solution like the Enphase 10C offers energy independence to homeowners since it can, depending on size and capacity, generate power in excess to the needs of the home and store it for use during outages of service.
Environmental Impact: Solar systems have the potential to eliminate emissions that are bad for the environment to such an extent that Google’s Project Sunroof estimates Boise could reduce carbon emissions by 1.9 million metric tons if the city achieved its solar potential.3
Home Value Boost: It is widely accepted that solar can increase home values, between 5 and 10% according to EnergySage4, making solar a wise home improvement investment.
How Does Solar Installation Work with SunPower?
When you choose SunPower for your solar installation, you are choosing a partner who is there for you from the beginning of the process to the end:
- 1Consultation & Custom Plan:
- 2Surveys, Permitting & Paperwork:
- 3Professional Installation:
- 4Activation & Monitoring:
Consultation & Custom Plan:
Our experts perform a comprehensive assessment of your home and needs during our free consultations, and then create a custom plan for your home solar system. If you like the plan, we will sign contracts and begin the legwork for your installation right away.