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. Your savings will last at least 25 years thanks to solar panel warranties that guarantee production long into the future.
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.
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
This perk is commonly known as the ITC, short for “Investment Tax Credit”. If you install your photovoltaic system in 2020, the federal tax credit is 26% of the cost of your solar panel system. This is 26% 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 26% = $5,200.
The federal tax credit falls to 22% at the end of 2022.
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 (NEG), i.e. any 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 NEG at an avoided-cost rate.
Not only is that just about the perfect net metering law, it looks like you won’t have any problems getting on the grid. Unlike most states, Florida has no set capacity limit, i.e., you won’t get blocked from hooking up to the grid for net metering just because some of your neighbors have already done so. 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, and the few patchwork fill-ins from individual utility companies have closed. The statewide rebate program you may have heard of, Florida’s Solar Energy Systems Incentive Program, is sadly no longer taking new applicants.
However, there are two cities, Orlando and Jacksonville, which offer rebates for solar battery backup. You can get up to $2,000 back in Orlando, and up to $4,000 in Jacksonville. Here are more details of each program:
Orlando Utilities Commission - Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program
Jacksonville Electric Authority - Solar Battery Incentive Program
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 1 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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Prices based on a 10.5kW system, after 26% federal tax credit
185 solar companies in Florida provide pricing on SolarReviews. Here are the best rated companies near you.
4.98 410 Reviews
Tadesse Zerihun, 2 days ago
It is a good experience and a privilege to have solar and hoping it will work as expected/explained during the initial agreement. Installed by Cole and Worth.
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Tadesse Zerihun, 2 days ago
It is a good experience and a privilege to have solar and hoping it will work as expected/explained during the initial agreement. Installed by Cole and Worth.
4.88 577 Reviews
Frank Rodriguez, 3 days ago
As of 8/10/2022The POC never contacted us. Installed foam in my attic and broke my AC ducts and patch it with duct tape, Partially installed batteries and solar panel currently not working as of August 10 2022 not solar power no batteries connected and AC unit leaking. Looking at my legal options and calling a lawyer.
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Frank Rodriguez, 3 days ago
As of 8/10/2022The POC never contacted us. Installed foam in my attic and broke my AC ducts and patch it with duct tape, Partially installed batteries and solar panel currently not working as of August 10 2022 not solar power no batteries connected and AC unit leaking. Looking at my legal options and calling a lawyer.
4.88 246 Reviews
Michael H, 3 days ago
I purchased my first set 22 panel PV Solar system (Enphase) from Nick Arcenaux and David Spanier in 2012 (back then the company was called Superior Solar). The entire process from getting a quote, answering all of our questions, purchasing and installing was very professional. Before we went with them I was able to see another companies work in my neighborhood and geez was it ugly. The install at my house looks amazing, everything is water tight, no wires hanging around, the tie into the meter is flawless, and they even spent additional time to route through the attic so that it wouldn’t interfere with my storage space. Over the years since 2012 I have had over 18 service calls. Most were to replace faulty Enphase inverters at no cost to me (covered by warranty). Solar Source made the process easy, just called to report a problem, they confirmed it within seconds, they submit a warrant claim and call you back to schedule a service appointment once the part is received (if they don’t have it already). You can tell they want your solar system to get back to 100% as much as you do. In most cases I didn’t even need to be home for the service appointment since everything is outside which is great. In addition to warranty service calls, I also had Solar Source handle the panels when I needed the shingles on my roof to be replaced. They removed the panels, placed them in my garage and then re-installed them once the roof was completed. I trust Solar Source, I recommend Solar Source to my neighbors, friends and family, I even tell sales people from other solar companies that knock on my door (Yes they still do) about Solar Source. I have shown others in my area my install at my house. This is why I purchased a second system (Solar Edge) of 20 panels in 2020. Now I am net zero. With this new system I did have to get the inverter replaced, which I followed the previously mentioned process and just like that, a 30 minute swap out fixed my issue. No cost to me. It’s great to know they are there for the customer well after your purchase, year after year, and not going anywhere. Thanks Solar Source!
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Michael H, 3 days ago
I purchased my first set 22 panel PV Solar system (Enphase) from Nick Arcenaux and David Spanier in 2012 (back then the company was called Superior Solar). The entire process from getting a quote, answering all of our questions, purchasing and installing was very professional. Before we went with them I was able to see another companies work in my neighborhood and geez was it ugly. The install at my house looks amazing, everything is water tight, no wires hanging around, the tie into the meter is flawless, and they even spent additional time to route through the attic so that it wouldn’t interfere with my storage space. Over the years since 2012 I have had over 18 service calls. Most were to replace faulty Enphase inverters at no cost to me (covered by warranty). Solar Source made the process easy, just called to report a problem, they confirmed it within seconds, they submit a warrant claim and call you back to schedule a service appointment once the part is received (if they don’t have it already). You can tell they want your solar system to get back to 100% as much as you do. In most cases I didn’t even need to be home for the service appointment since everything is outside which is great. In addition to warranty service calls, I also had Solar Source handle the panels when I needed the shingles on my roof to be replaced. They removed the panels, placed them in my garage and then re-installed them once the roof was completed. I trust Solar Source, I recommend Solar Source to my neighbors, friends and family, I even tell sales people from other solar companies that knock on my door (Yes they still do) about Solar Source. I have shown others in my area my install at my house. This is why I purchased a second system (Solar Edge) of 20 panels in 2020. Now I am net zero. With this new system I did have to get the inverter replaced, which I followed the previously mentioned process and just like that, a 30 minute swap out fixed my issue. No cost to me. It’s great to know they are there for the customer well after your purchase, year after year, and not going anywhere. Thanks Solar Source!
4.87 386 Reviews
Sri, 2 days ago
Great customer experience and timely delivery of services
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Sri, 2 days ago
Great customer experience and timely delivery of services
4.86 47 Reviews
Jeffery Andrews, 2 days ago
- happy with focus and install everyone was professional and easy going . Happy with this company
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Jeffery Andrews, 2 days ago
- happy with focus and install everyone was professional and easy going . Happy with this company
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?
4.83 444 Reviews
Juanita Marrero, 1 week ago
After doing some research for a while I found EHS. They gave me the best price and I decided to go with them. Throughout the process they always kept me up to date and I was informed what would be the next step in the process. Thank you EHS, now I can say that I produce my own energy.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$17,000 ($3.40 per watt)
Juanita Marrero, 1 week ago
After doing some research for a while I found EHS. They gave me the best price and I decided to go with them. Throughout the process they always kept me up to date and I was informed what would be the next step in the process. Thank you EHS, now I can say that I produce my own energy.
4.79 55 Reviews
Rebecca Goodwin, 1 week ago
We are very pleased with current home from their costumer service to their installers. Mayra, Justina and Duke have been amazing. They always showed up on time, always return phone calls or emails and never left us hanging. The installers never left a mess and they were always on time.
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Rebecca Goodwin, 1 week ago
We are very pleased with current home from their costumer service to their installers. Mayra, Justina and Duke have been amazing. They always showed up on time, always return phone calls or emails and never left us hanging. The installers never left a mess and they were always on time.
4.78 39 Reviews
Brian, 2 weeks ago
Very knowledgeable and professional. Excellent materials and design expertise. Installers were excellent; turnkey system was up and running in four days. Passed inspection with no issues. System is working great!
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Brian, 2 weeks ago
Very knowledgeable and professional. Excellent materials and design expertise. Installers were excellent; turnkey system was up and running in four days. Passed inspection with no issues. System is working great!
4.75 80 Reviews
John Maerzke, 4 days ago
HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Could not be happier! The whole team from sales, design, installation and support! Superior knowledge and very detailed oriented. The installation team was thoughtful, polite and did fantastic job. Special thankyou to Alex Khokhlov (Director), and Omid Ahmadi (Operations Manager) - great to work with and would gladly do it again.
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John Maerzke, 4 days ago
HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Could not be happier! The whole team from sales, design, installation and support! Superior knowledge and very detailed oriented. The installation team was thoughtful, polite and did fantastic job. Special thankyou to Alex Khokhlov (Director), and Omid Ahmadi (Operations Manager) - great to work with and would gladly do it again.
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