The Sun Number Score technology uses a detailed roof analysis to determine how much roof area is suitable for solar based on the pitch, orientation, and size of each roof plane, as well as the amount of sunlight the roof receives based on surrounding obstructions like trees or taller buildings.Oct 20, 2017
What does the sun number mean on a real estate listing?
A Sun Number score is a rating from 1–100 that shows you, the potential home-buyer, the potential for solar capabilities. The closer the score is to 100, the better suited your home is to have solar technology installed.Dec 1, 2016
How do I find my houses sun number?
Research homes in your neighborhood that are listed on Zillow and look for their Sun Number score. Look for homes that are as similar to yours as possible — square footage, roof direction, the amount of tree shading, etc. While not exact, that will give you a good estimate of your Sun Number score.Dec 1, 2016
What is a sun score?
A Sun Number Score is a rating between zero and 100 that represents your home's solar power potential. With zero being the lowest and 100 the highest, the higher your Sun Number Score is, the better suited your home is for generating solar energy.Sep 13, 2021
What is a good sun number for solar power?
70
How does the sun create solar energy?
Solar energy is created by nuclear fusion that takes place in the sun. Fusion occurs when protons of hydrogen atoms violently collide in the sun's core and fuse to create a helium atom. This process, known as a PP (proton-proton) chain reaction, emits an enormous amount of energy.Nov 19, 2012
Is 80 a good sun number?
A Sun Number score is a rating from 1-100 that shows you, the homeowner or home-buyer, the potential for solar capabilities. The closer the score is to 100, the better suited your home is to have solar technology installed.Mar 21, 2021
What does sun Number mean on Zillow?
solar potential
Do solar panels work when there is no sun?
Solar panels will not operate at maximum production when clouds are blocking the sun, and they will not produce electricity when there is no available sunlight during nighttime hours.Jan 3, 2020