The calculator is fun to play around with but it doesn t take certain factors into consideration that would provide an actual comparison to the value of standard solar panels.
Tesla solar panel estimator.
Consumer reports has double checked tesla s math behind its solar roof tile calculator and confirmed that estimates provided by the company are accurate.
Although when you call tesla and ask for a quote for solar panels for your home there s a good chance you won t even see a brand of panel listed aside your estimate.
The consumer ratings agency notes that.
Even though tesla does manufacture solar roof shingles or solar tiles for the tesla solar roof they do not have their own solar panel brand.
However because the solar roof also includes getting a new roof the overall cost is much more expensive.
From roof removal to installation we take care of everything.
The tesla solar roof is technically cheaper per watt than the average solar panel.
So if you don t need to replace your roof installing a traditional solar system is probably better.
To help you understand the potential value of the solar roof tesla created a calculator to show upfront estimates for their roof.
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