Solar Installation Timeline in Washington

How long does it take to install solar panels in Washington? 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
12.5¢/kWh
Avg Electricity Rate
3.5h/day
Avg Sun Hours

Cities in Washington

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

Seattle

12.8¢/kWh · 3.3h sun/day

Avg bill: $128/mo · Seattle City Light

Spokane

11.5¢/kWh · 3.8h sun/day

Avg bill: $118/mo · Avista Utilities

Tacoma

12¢/kWh · 3.4h sun/day

Avg bill: $120/mo · Tacoma Power

Vancouver

12.5¢/kWh · 3.5h sun/day

Avg bill: $122/mo · Clark Public Utilities

Bellevue

13¢/kWh · 3.3h sun/day

Avg bill: $135/mo · Puget Sound Energy (PSE)

Kent

12.5¢/kWh · 3.3h sun/day

Avg bill: $122/mo · Puget Sound Energy (PSE)

Everett

12¢/kWh · 3.2h sun/day

Avg bill: $118/mo · Snohomish County PUD

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