Planning to install solar panels on your roof? What about roof suitability and the price of solar installations? Or maybe you're just curious and want to learn more about energy self-sufficiency. The Solar Calculator is here to help! Customized results.
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Basierend auf Ihrem Standort kann unser Solarrechner bereits einschätzen, ob sich eine oder mehrere Dachflächen Ihrer Immobilie für eine Solaranlage eignen. Compatibility with a photovoltaic system is primarily determined by solar radiation, roof orientation, inclination, shading, and roof size.
Solar radiation is the main factor for suitability. The irradiation is influenced by the geographical location as well as the orientation, pitch and shading.
The ideal roof orientation for generating energy from solar panels is to the south. However, a deviation to the south-east to south-west reduces the energy yield far less than previously assumed. In addition, solar systems are best amortized through high self-consumption. This is why photovoltaic systems on roofs with a south-east or south-west are not to be excluded. You can check the roof orientation with our Solar Calculator.
A roof pitch of 30 to 35 degrees is ideal for the yield of a photovoltaic system. If the roof pitch deviates from these guide values, the orientation is decisive. In the case of an orientation directly to the south, the roof pitch only slightly influences the energy yield - estimated in the mid-single-digit percentage range. The further the roof orientation deviates from the south, the greater the energy losses, even if the roof pitch is optimal. We take these combined factors into account in our Solar Calculator.
The shading of individual modules of the photovoltaic system can lead to considerable losses in energy production. The reason is pretty straight forward, less light leads to less energy. The second and much more relevant reason is that photovoltaic modules are connected in series: If one module in the series runs poorly due to shading, it negatively affects the electricity production of the entire series.
The acquisition costs per square meter decrease with increasing size, which is why larger systems are often more profitable. However, in most cases the entire roof area can not be used for solar panels, as the chimney, skylight etc. are still in the way. Restrictions on the usable area of the roof are taken into account by our solar Calculator.
Enter the relevant key data about your property and energy consumption in just a few steps.
The annual solar potential of your selected roof and the associated cost are calculated based on your selection.
After the analysis, you will receive online access to your free solar evaluation by mail.
Solar systems combined with high self-consumption often pay for themselves after 15 to 20 years. Our Solar Calculator analyzes the profitability of a PV system for you. If the roof is suitable for a photovoltaic system, the question often arises: Is the investment worth it? From a purely ecological point of view, this question can always be answered with a yes. From an economic point of view, the costs (acquisition costs, operating costs), the subsidy contributions, the local electricity prices, the local feed-in tariffs, self-consumption etc., are decisive. Our Solar Calculator calculates the amortization period and shows you neutrally whether the investment is worthwhile.
Green, sustainable energy
They produce climate-friendly electricity and contribute to a better environment.
Lower electricity costs
Solar power from your own roof is cheaper than power from the public grid. You can permanently reduce your electricity costs by 30%.
Become a power entrepreneur
They generate income by feeding solar power into the grid. In most cases, the initial investment for a solar system pays for itself over its entire lifetime.
Subsidies & deductible costs
The federal government supports the purchase of solar systems with approximately 20 % subsidies. The investment costs can also be deducted from taxes in most cantons.
Autonomous power production
With your own solar system, you become self-sufficient and are less affected when electricity price increases.
Increased property value
The value of your home is significantly increased by a solar installation on the roof.
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An average single-family home consumes 4,000 to 5,000 kilowatt hours of electricity per year. A photovoltaic system would have to generate 8 to 10 kilowatt peak for this electricity consumption. Such systems cost around CHF 20,000 for modules, controls, inverters and installation. In return, you receive a one-off subsidy of 4,000 to 5,000 francs and save taxes thanks to the investment. These are only approximate values. You can use the Houzy solar calculator to calculate the solar potential, costs and subsidies.
From an ecological point of view, the answer to this question is always "yes". From an economic point of view, the answer depends on the acquisition and operating costs, subsidies, local electricity prices, the local feed-in tariff and self-consumption. Photovoltaic systems combined with a high level of self-consumption often pay for themselves after 15 to 20 years. The solar calculator from Houzy calculates the amortization period and shows you neutrally whether the investment is worthwhile.
Solar radiation, roof orientation, roof pitch, shading and roof size determine how suitable your roof is for a photovoltaic system. With the solar calculator from Houzy, you can find out in two minutes whether a solar system is worthwhile. You can also calculate all the costs, subsidies and tax savings and find out how quickly the investment will pay for itself.
The digital solar calculator from Houzy analyses the solar potential as well as the costs of a photovoltaic system with just a few entries - completely free of charge and without obligation. The analysis is based on all relevant criteria of a solar analysis and shows you the investment costs, operating costs, subsidies, tax savings, feed-in tariffs, etc. in detail. In just 2 minutes and after a few clicks, the solar calculator is ready and you can see all the relevant information about the photovoltaic system in an overview. The results are completely neutral - Houzy is an independent platform and does not pursue any third-party interests.
To find out whether your house is suitable for a photovoltaic system, we need the address. This allows us to obtain relevant information from publicly accessible databases and directories, such as the geographical location, roof area or roof orientation. Some key data about the house and your energy requirements help us to fine-tune the calculations. Afterwards, you will immediately receive online access to your digital solar analysis on Houzy by email.
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