There can be solar tax credits and incentives available at the federal, state and local levels. The calculator above will show you the value of all incentives your home is eligible for.
Florida is the Sunshine State, so it makes sense that it's the perfect place for homeowners to get solar panels and save money.
Thanks to the federal solar tax credit, buying solar is cheaper than it's ever been here. There are even some battery backup incentives popping up in parts of the state. Plus, your savings will last at least 25 years because solar panel warranties guarantee production long into the future.
Read on to discover how much home solar incentives can save you in Florida!
Learn what solar incentives are available to Florida homeowners
See what Florida solar incentives you qualify for based on your utility company and city
Find out how much these incentives and/or Florida solar tax credits will reduce your cost to go solar and add batteries
The federal solar investment tax credit will have the biggest impact on the cost you will face to go solar in Florida
If you install your photovoltaic system before the end of 2032, the federal tax credit is 30% of the cost of your solar panel system. This is 30% off the entire cost of the system including equipment, labor, and permitting.
Example: If your solar energy system costs $20,000, your federal solar tax credit would be $20,000 x 30% = $6,000.
The federal tax credit falls to 26% starting in 2033.
With net metering in some states, you get full retail rate credit for the amount of electricity you send back into the grid with your solar panels.
Net metering requires your utility to monitor how much energy your solar power system produces and how much energy you actually consume and make sure you get credit for the surplus.
Florida’s Public Service Commission “PSC” set specific standards for net metering back in 2008. Assuming you’re a customer of an investor-owned utility (most of us), any net excess generation, AKA surplus energy, is carried forward as a credit at the full retail rate to your next bill for up to 12 months. At the end of a 12-month billing period, the utility pays you for any remaining excess energy at an avoided-cost rate.
Not only is that just about the perfect net metering law, but it also looks like you won’t have any problems getting on the grid. Unlike most states, Florida has no set cap on how many solar systems it will allow to hook up to the grid. Your small residential system also lacks any of the possible hurdles and red tape that we see in other states.
Florida has no statewide solar rebate program; the few patchwork fill-ins from individual utility companies have closed. You may have heard of the statewide rebate program; Florida’s Solar Energy Systems Incentive Program is sadly no longer taking new applicants.
However, battery incentives are showing up around the state. In Jacksonville, for example, you can get up to $4,000 when you install a battery. The program is currently full, but the utility could reallocate funds next year.
Thank goodness Florida also realizes that homes with solar are worth more than homes without, and the state has been willing to exempt that value from additional property taxes. Your home’s value increases as much as $20 for every dollar of electricity you save in a year. Not paying taxes on that value is a sweet deal.
Home solar panel systems are also free from state sales tax, saving you 6% or more right off the bat.
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189 solar companies in Florida provide pricing on SolarReviews. Here are the best rated companies near you.
4.98 552 Reviews
Vincent, 11 hours ago
Nick was very responsive to texts and phone calls. Answered all my questions. Explained the process when he did the initial consultation. Nick gave a wonderful experience and would recommend anyone going with Sunvena to work with him.
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Vincent, 11 hours ago
Nick was very responsive to texts and phone calls. Answered all my questions. Explained the process when he did the initial consultation. Nick gave a wonderful experience and would recommend anyone going with Sunvena to work with him.
4.89 449 Reviews
Mihir Desai, 3 days ago
We worked closely with Pete Barnes from Solar Energy World. He was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about Solar and it's nuances. It is a lot of engineering and design that goes in to estimate the right solution for your home and he took his time to explain everything as well as work with us within the parameters we had for aesthetics and expected yield. The installed system is delivering that and some more of what he designed the system for. Past the installation he hand held us through a myriad of forms and applications to get the desired solar credits, county tax breaks and federal subsidies. Him and the whole staff at energy Solar works including installers and administrative staff was just amazing to work with. Not to mention the extended warranties and guaranties the company offers - provide us the needed confidence in the investment we have made.
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Mihir Desai, 3 days ago
We worked closely with Pete Barnes from Solar Energy World. He was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about Solar and it's nuances. It is a lot of engineering and design that goes in to estimate the right solution for your home and he took his time to explain everything as well as work with us within the parameters we had for aesthetics and expected yield. The installed system is delivering that and some more of what he designed the system for. Past the installation he hand held us through a myriad of forms and applications to get the desired solar credits, county tax breaks and federal subsidies. Him and the whole staff at energy Solar works including installers and administrative staff was just amazing to work with. Not to mention the extended warranties and guaranties the company offers - provide us the needed confidence in the investment we have made.
4.88 254 Reviews
Mary, 1 week ago
Our sales rep, Bryan was experienced and helpful. He, along with the installers and technicians, were prompt and responsive to our specific needs.
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Mary, 1 week ago
Our sales rep, Bryan was experienced and helpful. He, along with the installers and technicians, were prompt and responsive to our specific needs.
4.86 138 Reviews
Mehmed , 1 week ago
From day one to now day 58 everything was extremely smooth and easy. My sales rep Sean did a great job explaining everything perfectly. And just today I got walk through the application that they provide and I love it! Thank you so much everyone!
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Mehmed , 1 week ago
From day one to now day 58 everything was extremely smooth and easy. My sales rep Sean did a great job explaining everything perfectly. And just today I got walk through the application that they provide and I love it! Thank you so much everyone!
4.86 54 Reviews
Shannon Latimer, 1 week ago
One of the highlights of Solcium is their customer service especially with communicating with clients and answering their questions. With Solar being such a new industry, being comfortable with the level of the staff's knowledge and being able to answer my many, many questions was comforting. There was never a time where I felt uneasy or doubted. I would recommend Solcium to anyone looking to take advantage of Solar.
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Shannon Latimer, 1 week ago
One of the highlights of Solcium is their customer service especially with communicating with clients and answering their questions. With Solar being such a new industry, being comfortable with the level of the staff's knowledge and being able to answer my many, many questions was comforting. There was never a time where I felt uneasy or doubted. I would recommend Solcium to anyone looking to take advantage of Solar.
4.84 611 Reviews
Carl, 5 days ago
We just received a new Enphase 10i solar battery to add storage to our Enphase solar panels. It only took and hour and a half and we were storing our solar power. We are very pleased with the installation and our new cost savings.
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Carl, 5 days ago
We just received a new Enphase 10i solar battery to add storage to our Enphase solar panels. It only took and hour and a half and we were storing our solar power. We are very pleased with the installation and our new cost savings.
4.84 157 Reviews
David Figueroa, over 1 month
Had multiple quotes from many companies but choosing Solar-Ray was a no-brainer. Not only are they Florida’s first certified contractor to qualify and receive the nationally recognized NABCEP Certification for PV, they also have been installing solar since 2003; that’s over 18 years of experience. On top of that, they are offering 5% cash back from total cost given to you after the installation is completed. Michael Brown (Owner) is always educating himself on solar and keeping up to date with new products as they release. One thing that sets them apart is the various tests they perform with what they currently install vs what’s new to the market. Time and time again, the Equipment he offers outperforms new equipment like micro inverters, etc. Solar Ray is also BBB accredited and has a ton of other achievements and awards. They also provide amazing warranties for any roof leaks (if caused by the install) and 25 year warranty on equipment. Dennis (Salesman) went out of his way to make sure I understood everything that was being done from start to finish. He even went above and beyond by answering all my questions (which I had plenty) and helped me choose the best option/equipment for my roof and usage. I highly recommend this company and Dennis adds great value to this company with exceptional customer service and knowledge. I will definitely be using this company again for future solar installs and will also be referring them to my friends and family who are thinking about going solar. You will not regret choosing Solar Ray, so what are you waiting for?
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Average cost (5kW system)
$12,500 ($2.50 per watt)
David Figueroa, over 1 month
Had multiple quotes from many companies but choosing Solar-Ray was a no-brainer. Not only are they Florida’s first certified contractor to qualify and receive the nationally recognized NABCEP Certification for PV, they also have been installing solar since 2003; that’s over 18 years of experience. On top of that, they are offering 5% cash back from total cost given to you after the installation is completed. Michael Brown (Owner) is always educating himself on solar and keeping up to date with new products as they release. One thing that sets them apart is the various tests they perform with what they currently install vs what’s new to the market. Time and time again, the Equipment he offers outperforms new equipment like micro inverters, etc. Solar Ray is also BBB accredited and has a ton of other achievements and awards. They also provide amazing warranties for any roof leaks (if caused by the install) and 25 year warranty on equipment. Dennis (Salesman) went out of his way to make sure I understood everything that was being done from start to finish. He even went above and beyond by answering all my questions (which I had plenty) and helped me choose the best option/equipment for my roof and usage. I highly recommend this company and Dennis adds great value to this company with exceptional customer service and knowledge. I will definitely be using this company again for future solar installs and will also be referring them to my friends and family who are thinking about going solar. You will not regret choosing Solar Ray, so what are you waiting for?
4.83 465 Reviews
Edward Urena , 1 week ago
Im very pleased with the job done By EHS.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$17,000 ($3.40 per watt)
Edward Urena , 1 week ago
Im very pleased with the job done By EHS.
4.77 40 Reviews
Myra Simpson, over 1 month
Our experience was great from start to finish. Brenda and her team Matt, Allen and Tyler went above and beyond on our Solar installation.
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Myra Simpson, over 1 month
Our experience was great from start to finish. Brenda and her team Matt, Allen and Tyler went above and beyond on our Solar installation.
4.75 81 Reviews
New to the Nature Coast , over 1 month
I have had a great experience working with PPM on my residential roof-mount array, beginning with the fact that their sales model is not pushy or predatory. After negotiating industry wide component supply issues, PPM stuck to their schedule and had the panels up in two days. Staff were courteous and knowledgeable. We’re thrilled to have solar powering our home.
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New to the Nature Coast , over 1 month
I have had a great experience working with PPM on my residential roof-mount array, beginning with the fact that their sales model is not pushy or predatory. After negotiating industry wide component supply issues, PPM stuck to their schedule and had the panels up in two days. Staff were courteous and knowledgeable. We’re thrilled to have solar powering our home.
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