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.
Showing data for:
Prices based on a 10.5kW system, after 30% federal tax credit
211 solar companies in Florida provide pricing on SolarReviews. Here are the best rated companies near you.
4.98 849 Reviews
Kevin, 2 days ago
Sunvena has been such a pleasure working with, especially their extremely great & professional sales rep Donnie. I’m very happy I chose SunVena to be my solar company! I would highly recommend everyone to choose sunvena as theirs as well!
Read more
Kevin, 2 days ago
Sunvena has been such a pleasure working with, especially their extremely great & professional sales rep Donnie. I’m very happy I chose SunVena to be my solar company! I would highly recommend everyone to choose sunvena as theirs as well!
4.97 555 Reviews
James Major, 2 weeks ago
Excellent customer service, anybody I talked to in the office is extremely helpful, also the technicians that came out took their time to make sure I understood everything to look for on the Enphase app. The bills were getting higher every dang month I’m very happy to finally have a consistent bill.
Read more
James Major, 2 weeks ago
Excellent customer service, anybody I talked to in the office is extremely helpful, also the technicians that came out took their time to make sure I understood everything to look for on the Enphase app. The bills were getting higher every dang month I’m very happy to finally have a consistent bill.
4.91 163 Reviews
Brenda , over 1 month
So far very pleased with the system and with the sales and support people
Read more
Brenda , over 1 month
So far very pleased with the system and with the sales and support people
4.89 71 Reviews
Franny, 2 days ago
Over all great experience with lunes power everyone has been great and profesional. I would highly reccomened Thais company
Read more
Franny, 2 days ago
Over all great experience with lunes power everyone has been great and profesional. I would highly reccomened Thais company
4.87 261 Reviews
Gon, 2 weeks ago
David Spanier gave us top notch service and hard to beat price. His exceptional friendly service and attention to detail in meeting our needs was impressive. He was by far the best service personnel we have ever met. He delivered as he promised and promptly answered all our messages and calls. Five star service indeed. We can now enjoy our pool until late evening. What a treat!
Read more
Gon, 2 weeks ago
David Spanier gave us top notch service and hard to beat price. His exceptional friendly service and attention to detail in meeting our needs was impressive. He was by far the best service personnel we have ever met. He delivered as he promised and promptly answered all our messages and calls. Five star service indeed. We can now enjoy our pool until late evening. What a treat!
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?
Read more
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?
4.81 566 Reviews
Melanie start, 2 days ago
We had timonthy gutman come to talk about the solar panels. He was very patient w us took the time to explain everything about their company and their panels. Answering all of our questions. So when we decided we would use this company we had everything explained. Some sales people after they sold u and u signed the contract they disappear. Timothy stayed rght w me answering any questions i may have. He was rght w me thru the process right up til we finally got them installed. I never felt like i was a bother. He let me txt him any questions and always responded quickly. I am very pleased w this company. We have had nothing but incredible service w who ever ive contacted. For me it has been a great experience i am extremely happy w going solar. And both solar energy world along w timothy i refer to anyone complaining on their huge electric bills!! Ur electric bill shouldnt be like a mortgage payment!! The best decision we made was choosing this company and going solar!
Read more
Melanie start, 2 days ago
We had timonthy gutman come to talk about the solar panels. He was very patient w us took the time to explain everything about their company and their panels. Answering all of our questions. So when we decided we would use this company we had everything explained. Some sales people after they sold u and u signed the contract they disappear. Timothy stayed rght w me answering any questions i may have. He was rght w me thru the process right up til we finally got them installed. I never felt like i was a bother. He let me txt him any questions and always responded quickly. I am very pleased w this company. We have had nothing but incredible service w who ever ive contacted. For me it has been a great experience i am extremely happy w going solar. And both solar energy world along w timothy i refer to anyone complaining on their huge electric bills!! Ur electric bill shouldnt be like a mortgage payment!! The best decision we made was choosing this company and going solar!
4.79 782 Reviews
Lomg, 2 days ago
Thank you Solar Bear technic team for the install And system running excellent
Read more
Lomg, 2 days ago
Thank you Solar Bear technic team for the install And system running excellent
4.78 538 Reviews
jsd, over 1 month
EHS quoted my solar panels. After discussing my electrical usage they determined I get 8 panels. It was explained thoroughly after the panels were up, passed inspection and Duke was set, there was the enphase app I would download and it would show my production, usage as well as individual panel production. Brian came out for the exit visit which was to show me how it worked but since it was going to take longer than his stay to download all the information from the previous week, he couldn’t go through everything. When everything was downloaded and working on the app, I went logged in only to find I could not see my usage. I called EHS and was told by Brittany that I didn’t order that panel and it would cost $500 for that box. Never was there an option presented and after being told by Josh (my salesman) that I would be able to see all this information, why would I question if I had to buy a particular box? This was the icing on the cake since I have been waiting for a month for Josh to call or text me back. After several calls and leaving messages when his voice mail wasn’t full, texting him and calling the company and leaving messages, he would not return my calls to try and resolve all the issues. One of the issues was an advertisement that the solar system would come with a free Tesla Battery. I sent him all the screen shots of the ad and never a word back about it. This was even after he called to apologize for not getting back to me and said he was at EHS and would call me back when he got inside. Never heard from him and it’s been a couple weeks already. Then I asked for the signed contract which Josh and I spoke about putting in the notes specified information. He sent me the drafts and I agreed on the draft dated March 15, 2024. Turns out the signed contract that was sent to me did not include any notes and they switched the panels from Silfab to Q-Cell. I called EHS and was told there are no notes. Then I was told by Brittany she saw several drafts that Josh showed her. I said yes there were so why wouldn’t the contract contain any notes? I asked to speak to the owner of the company. Brittany said he doesn’t speak to customers. I went online to watch a youtube how Shawn Henry says they provide customer satisfaction. NO THEY DON’T! They tell you things, even put it in writing and advertise online, then switch it on you. On March 15, 2024 when I accepted the notes in the contract, Josh told me after the system was up and running he would refund me $120 as we discussed since the first quotes of the 8 panel system they originally quotes me they claimed they couldn’t do a system that small. Why was I quoted prices by two different people at the company for an 8 panel system? Seems like a lot of bait and switch. Josh presented everything I wanted and then changed it. The company has done nothing to rectify any of this.
Read more
Average cost (5kW system)
$17,000 ($3.40 per watt)
jsd, over 1 month
EHS quoted my solar panels. After discussing my electrical usage they determined I get 8 panels. It was explained thoroughly after the panels were up, passed inspection and Duke was set, there was the enphase app I would download and it would show my production, usage as well as individual panel production. Brian came out for the exit visit which was to show me how it worked but since it was going to take longer than his stay to download all the information from the previous week, he couldn’t go through everything. When everything was downloaded and working on the app, I went logged in only to find I could not see my usage. I called EHS and was told by Brittany that I didn’t order that panel and it would cost $500 for that box. Never was there an option presented and after being told by Josh (my salesman) that I would be able to see all this information, why would I question if I had to buy a particular box? This was the icing on the cake since I have been waiting for a month for Josh to call or text me back. After several calls and leaving messages when his voice mail wasn’t full, texting him and calling the company and leaving messages, he would not return my calls to try and resolve all the issues. One of the issues was an advertisement that the solar system would come with a free Tesla Battery. I sent him all the screen shots of the ad and never a word back about it. This was even after he called to apologize for not getting back to me and said he was at EHS and would call me back when he got inside. Never heard from him and it’s been a couple weeks already. Then I asked for the signed contract which Josh and I spoke about putting in the notes specified information. He sent me the drafts and I agreed on the draft dated March 15, 2024. Turns out the signed contract that was sent to me did not include any notes and they switched the panels from Silfab to Q-Cell. I called EHS and was told there are no notes. Then I was told by Brittany she saw several drafts that Josh showed her. I said yes there were so why wouldn’t the contract contain any notes? I asked to speak to the owner of the company. Brittany said he doesn’t speak to customers. I went online to watch a youtube how Shawn Henry says they provide customer satisfaction. NO THEY DON’T! They tell you things, even put it in writing and advertise online, then switch it on you. On March 15, 2024 when I accepted the notes in the contract, Josh told me after the system was up and running he would refund me $120 as we discussed since the first quotes of the 8 panel system they originally quotes me they claimed they couldn’t do a system that small. Why was I quoted prices by two different people at the company for an 8 panel system? Seems like a lot of bait and switch. Josh presented everything I wanted and then changed it. The company has done nothing to rectify any of this.
4.76 321 Reviews
Michelle , 3 days ago
John the salesman was amazing!! He has been with me the whole time even though I have been a pain in the butt with questions!! Today they came out and installed the panels and within less than 3 hours it’s up and looks amazing!!!
Read more
Michelle , 3 days ago
John the salesman was amazing!! He has been with me the whole time even though I have been a pain in the butt with questions!! Today they came out and installed the panels and within less than 3 hours it’s up and looks amazing!!!
For more information about going solar near where you live, check out the following resources: