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Home Energy Independence Planner

Answer 5 simple steps and get your personalized solar + battery + wind system spec, cost estimate, savings projection, and a printable DIY checklist — completely free.

⚡ Your Free Energy Independence Plan

5 steps · Takes about 5 minutes · Completely private — nothing is stored or shared

Step 1: Tell Us About Your Home

This helps us calculate your real energy needs and how much solar your location can realistically produce.

≈ 1,071 kWh / month

Step 2: Your Appliances & Loads

List your main energy-consuming devices. We've pre-filled common items — edit or remove as needed. This builds your load profile.

Appliance / Device Watts Hours/Day
💡 Tip: Not sure of wattage? Common values: Mini-fridge 80W · Standard fridge 150W · Window AC 1000W · Central AC 3500W · Microwave 1200W · Hair dryer 1800W · Electric water heater 4000W · EV charger (L1) 1400W

Step 3: Choose Your Energy Sources

Select which renewable energy systems you want to include. Solar is the foundation — wind and hydro can supplement it.

Battery storage lets you use solar power at night and during outages. Sized for 1.5× your daily usage.

Check wind speed for your area at WindFinder.com or NREL's wind map.

Even a small stream can generate significant baseload power 24/7.

Step 4: Budget & Available Space

This helps us right-size your system and flag if you'll need ground-mount panels or phased installation.

A typical 2,000 sq ft home has ~300–600 sq ft of usable south-facing roof space.

A starter 3kW DIY solar system costs $2,500–5,000. A full 10kW+battery system runs $10,000–20,000 DIY.

⚡ Your Home Energy Independence Plan

Here are your personalized results.

🔧 Recommended System

📋 Your DIY Action Plan (click Print to save)

    💡 Don't Forget These

    • Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC): 30% of your system cost back on your taxes — applies through 2032.
    • Net Metering: In most states, your utility pays you for excess power you send to the grid.
    • State/Local Incentives: Many states have additional rebates stacked on top of federal credits. Search the DSIRE Database.
    • Homeowner's Insurance: Notify your insurer before installing — solar typically increases home value and insurability.
    • Permits: Most jurisdictions require an electrical permit. DIY is often allowed with inspection.
    Disclaimer: These calculations are estimates for planning purposes only. Actual results depend on weather, shading, equipment efficiency, installation quality, and local utility rates. This is not professional engineering advice. Always consult a licensed electrician before performing electrical work.
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