How Much Do Solar Shingles Cost? Pros, Cons,
As of 2025, the average cost to install solar shingles is $21 to $25 per square foot, or $2,100 to $2,500 per roofing square (100 square
What is the average cost of a solar roof? The average price of installing a roof for a solar shingle roof costs between $ 60,000 and $ 75,000 depending on the slope, pitch and size of your roof. You can expect to pay $ 21 to $ 25 per square foot or $ 2,100 to $ 2,500 per square foot on a standard sized single storey home.
The solar roof tiles developed by Tesla, while not revolutionary, are making waves in the solar and roofing industries. The Tesla Solar Roof has come a long way from its initial designs and promises great savings for homeowners. However, there are still many questions that remain unanswered and cost estimates that don't pan out in the end.
These shingles are what Tesla uses to generate electricity for the Solar Roof. Visually, they are indistinguishable from inactive panels. Inactive solar shingles will cost $15.30 and $21.27 per square foot to install.
Additionally, while most roof types are suitable for solar, there are a few materials that can be difficult for solar installers to work with. Slate tiles and cedar shingle roofs are fragile, which means that installing solar on them could require extra equipment (and result in additional costs).
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