Solar Installation Timeline in Pennsylvania

How long does it take to install solar panels in Pennsylvania? Timelines vary by city due to local permitting processes and utility interconnection requirements. Select your city below for a detailed breakdown.

6-12 weeks

Typical Total Timeline

full

Net Metering

18¢/kWh

Avg Electricity Rate

4h/day

Avg Sun Hours

Cities in Pennsylvania

Select your city for a detailed installation timeline including local permit processing times and utility interconnection estimates.

Philadelphia

18.5¢/kWh · 4.1h sun/day

Avg bill: $158/mo · PECO Energy

Pittsburgh

17.5¢/kWh · 3.7h sun/day

Avg bill: $148/mo · Duquesne Light

Allentown

18¢/kWh · 4.1h sun/day

Avg bill: $152/mo · PPL Electric Utilities

Reading

18¢/kWh · 4.1h sun/day

Avg bill: $148/mo · Met-Ed (FirstEnergy)

Erie

17.5¢/kWh · 3.5h sun/day

Avg bill: $142/mo · Penelec (FirstEnergy)

Scranton

17.8¢/kWh · 3.8h sun/day

Avg bill: $145/mo · PPL Electric Utilities

Bethlehem

18¢/kWh · 4h sun/day

Avg bill: $150/mo · PPL Electric Utilities

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