What''s the Cost of a Ground Mount Solar Panel System?
In this blog, we''ll talk about how much it costs to install a ground-mounted solar panel system, as well as how much money a ground-mounted system could save you.
Generally, ground-mounted solar panels will cost more to install than an equally sized roof-mounted system. This is partly due to the structure on which the solar panels are installed. A rooftop system is supported by the roof, and the building's structure, meaning erecting a supporting structure is unnecessary.
If you have large, sun-drenched yard, a ground-mounted solar panel system could be a great alternative. Ground-mounted solar panel systems usually cost about 34% more than rooftop solar, according to 2025 EnergySage data. You need a lot more equipment, which adds up.
As the name suggests, ground-mounted solar panels are mounted to the ground, rather than a roof. In most cases, it's easiest and most cost-effective to get a rooftop solar system. But if rooftop solar won't work for your home, ground-mounted systems offer some clear benefits.
There are two basic types of ground-mounted solar panel systems: Standard ground mounts use metal framing driven into the ground to hold your solar panels up at a fixed angle. Operators can manually adjust some standard ground-mounted solar panel systems a few times a year to account for seasonal shifts of the sun.
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