Planning a Home Solar Electric SystemInvestigate your home's energy efficiencyAssess your solar potential and any limitationsAssess your options for going solarEstimate your solar electricity needsObtain bids and site assessments from contractorsUnderstand available financing and incentivesWork with your installer and utility to install the system and set up agreements.
Why should you use solar energy to power your home?
Generating energy from the sun is free—using it to power your home can help protect you from rising energy costs. Generate, use, store and charge—all with one fully integrated clean energy ecosystem by Tesla. All of our products work together seamlessly, optimizing your energy usage and savings while minimizing your impact on the environment.
What is Tesla Solar?
Tesla solar makes it easy to produce clean, renewable energy for your home or business and to take control of your energy use. Learn more about solar.
How do I choose the best way to use solar electricity?
Before deciding on the best way to use solar electricity at home, assess the potential solar energy that can be produced at your address. Because PV technologies use both direct and scattered sunlight to create electricity, the solar resource across the United States is ample for home solar electric systems.
Is there a universal solar energy solution?
You may be considering the option of adding a solar energy system to your home's roof or finding another way to harness the sun's energy. While there is not a universal solar energy solution, in this guide you will find some resources that can help you decide what's best for you.
Save excess solar energy in Powerwall for use during storms and outages, or when utility prices are high. Charge your electric vehicle with clean energy at home using Mobile Connector or Wall Connector. Generate your own clean energy whenever the sun is shining with Tesla solar panels.
Should you choose solar energy for your home?
Before starting the process of powering your home with solar energy, homeowners should investigate their energy use and consider potential efficiency upgrades. Homeowners should be well aware of their total electricity usage, and consider low-cost and easy-to-implement efficiency measures before choosing solar.