Summary of Nevada solar incentives 2021
Nevadans considering solar energy can take heart that voters elected governor Steve Sisolak. He succeeded in enacting the 50% renewable portfolio standard, which put needed pressure on utility companies to get more solar energy on the grid, like the juice that can come from your rooftop.
With that improvement and the recent reinstatement of a strong net metering program, home solar in Nevada is back in business! You can purchase a solar system here with cash or a loan, and see a great return on your investment over 25 years.
Read on to find out how to make solar work for you in Nevada! We also recommend using our home solar calculator above, it’ll allow you to customize a system to the size of your rooftop and track your savings.
On this page, you can:
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Learn what solar incentives are available to Nevada homeowners
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See what Nevada solar incentives you qualify for based on your utility company and city
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Find out how much these incentives and/or Nevada solar tax credits will reduce your cost to go solar and add batteries
Federal solar investment tax credit
The federal solar investment tax credit will have the biggest impact on the cost you will face to go solar in Nevada
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.
Net energy metering in Nevada
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 allows you to get credited at near retail rates by your utility company for the amount of solar energy you produce but aren’t able to use onsite.
As of 2020, any kilowatt hour (kWh) of solar electricity you send back to the grid which you aren’t able to use will be credited at 75% of retail rates, currently about 7 cents/kWh.
At the end of your 20-year contract, you'll be able to sign up for whatever program NV Energy offers (though by then, home energy storage will likely be so inexpensive that it will be easier to install a battery and use all the energy yourself).
The fight to ensure strong net metering rules for Nevada has been long and complex. Basically, the state used to have excellent net metering rules, but in late 2015, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) voted to amend net metering, allowing NV Energy to increase monthly service charges by 300% on solar homeowners while at the same time paying 82% less for the energy their panels generate.
The people of Nevada, joined by solar-loving groups from around the country, fought against the PUC ruling, and vowed to vote to remove any politician who stood in the way of net metering's return.
In November, 2016, voters elected solar-friendly candidates to both the house and senate. Governor Sandoval (himself up for reelection in 2018) said he wanted to work together to bring back sensible solar policy. Finally, in mid-2017, the Nevada legislature passed AB 405, restoring net metering for all residential customers.
Nevada solar rebates
While Nevada does not have a dedicated state rebate for solar panel installation, some manufacturers like LG offer their own solar rebates. These programs are usually time sensitive. For example, LG offers a $600 solar rebate on their equipment, which your installer can help you redeem over the next year.
Nevada energy storage incentive
NV Energy offers two different home battery storage incentive rates, based on your enrollment in a rate structure which changes based on the time of day you use electricity (aka time-of-use, TOU)
- TOU customers get $0.19 per watt-hour of storage
- Non-TOU customers get $0.095 per watt-hour of storage
For example: If you’re on a TOU plan and purchase one Tesla Powerwall, you’ll receive $2,565. If you’re not on a TOU plan, you can get a $1,283 incentive on that same Powerwall.
Those dollar amounts represent about 20% or 10% of the total installed costs of the batteries, respectively.
We recommend signing up for the bigger incentive with the TOU rate plan and program your battery to discharge when rates are high and draw energy from the grid at cheaper rates.
Learn more: Time of use rates and solar energy and battery storage
Cost of solar panels in your part of Nevada after all applicable solar incentives
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Prices based on a 8.7kW system, after 26% federal tax credit
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Payback period
7.4-9.1 years
Net profit (savings less system cost)
$20,492-$25,046
Average size system installed in NV in 2021
8.7kW
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Best 10 solar companies in Nevada
42 solar companies in Nevada provide pricing on SolarReviews. Here are the best rated companies near you.
4.86 91 Reviews
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Jose Angel Orellana, 1 week ago
It was a great experience getting the Solar System to our house thank you to JP Morgado. He was so amazing from the beginning to the endow this process. He was very detailed oriented on each step starting from the first meeting had, very honest person, he was in touch with me frequently during the entire process even when everything was done he was checking out and making sure that everything was working good or if we have any question about the process. You can have the best company but if you don't have the right person to represent you that might work against you. Installation team were very good, people on the phone from KOTA were very good as well, the timing expectation on every step was excellent according what they promise. It was a great experience with JP Morgado and KOTA. I feel like I didn't gain just an excellent Solar System but I gain a friend with JP Morgado. Thank you all for a great job.
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Jose Angel Orellana, 1 week ago
It was a great experience getting the Solar System to our house thank you to JP Morgado. He was so amazing from the beginning to the endow this process. He was very detailed oriented on each step starting from the first meeting had, very honest person, he was in touch with me frequently during the entire process even when everything was done he was checking out and making sure that everything was working good or if we have any question about the process. You can have the best company but if you don't have the right person to represent you that might work against you. Installation team were very good, people on the phone from KOTA were very good as well, the timing expectation on every step was excellent according what they promise. It was a great experience with JP Morgado and KOTA. I feel like I didn't gain just an excellent Solar System but I gain a friend with JP Morgado. Thank you all for a great job.
4.82 108 Reviews
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John, over 1 month
This is a very professional Solar Company. From start to finish they guide the home owner through the process. They are one of the most customer friendly companies in the Las Vegas Valley, Never push and always explain and answer every question. My final hook up day Emmanuel came and he walked me through on how to use the system and took his time until I understood the process. This is a company that provides total Quality Customer Service to there Home Owners. Thank you John Richards
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John, over 1 month
This is a very professional Solar Company. From start to finish they guide the home owner through the process. They are one of the most customer friendly companies in the Las Vegas Valley, Never push and always explain and answer every question. My final hook up day Emmanuel came and he walked me through on how to use the system and took his time until I understood the process. This is a company that provides total Quality Customer Service to there Home Owners. Thank you John Richards
4.78 43 Reviews
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MAK, over 1 month
Everyone at Great Basin Solar has been professional and helpful. Installation of solar panels done a month ahead of original schedule. Work was completed in a timely manner and installers were great. Inspection by the city was one week after installation and information sent to NVEnergy the same day. Just waiting on my new meter and to start collecting the sun's energy!
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MAK, over 1 month
Everyone at Great Basin Solar has been professional and helpful. Installation of solar panels done a month ahead of original schedule. Work was completed in a timely manner and installers were great. Inspection by the city was one week after installation and information sent to NVEnergy the same day. Just waiting on my new meter and to start collecting the sun's energy!
4.67 24 Reviews
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Solar Installation July 12 2021, over 1 month
After researching solar panels I contacted 3 companies for information and proposals. After a Zoom meeting with Steven Araneta with Robco I invited him into our home to repeat the meeting with my husband. He answered our questions with competence and we knew this was the company to go with. Steven followed through with everything, always responsive, communicated well and was patient. Robco handled all the paperwork for permits and HOA approvals. All I had to do was deliver the form to our HOA. The installation was on time, the crew led by Carlos were professional, considerate about safety, cleanliness and very polite. They also were knowledgeable and explained details. This process was less than 2 days. After the panels were installed and before they were running we had a heavy rain. In the morning we found water leaked from the attic, thinking it was a roof leak, I called Steven and he had 2 roofers out to our house within a couple hours. Tyson and his associate inspected everything in detail, took pictures and even made a 3rd trip into the attic with my husband. These 2 young men were professional, clean, polite and concerned. End result the water was an air conditioning issue, nothing to do with the solar installation. Robco has included a Wi-Fi app that monitors consumption, kWh produced and tracking each panel is in working order. We are looking forward to a reduced utility bill soon. The LG Panels include a 25 year warranty. Pigeon proofing is also included. I highly recommend if you are considering solar panels to use Robco. Give Steven Araneta a phone call at 702-439-1328.
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Solar Installation July 12 2021, over 1 month
After researching solar panels I contacted 3 companies for information and proposals. After a Zoom meeting with Steven Araneta with Robco I invited him into our home to repeat the meeting with my husband. He answered our questions with competence and we knew this was the company to go with. Steven followed through with everything, always responsive, communicated well and was patient. Robco handled all the paperwork for permits and HOA approvals. All I had to do was deliver the form to our HOA. The installation was on time, the crew led by Carlos were professional, considerate about safety, cleanliness and very polite. They also were knowledgeable and explained details. This process was less than 2 days. After the panels were installed and before they were running we had a heavy rain. In the morning we found water leaked from the attic, thinking it was a roof leak, I called Steven and he had 2 roofers out to our house within a couple hours. Tyson and his associate inspected everything in detail, took pictures and even made a 3rd trip into the attic with my husband. These 2 young men were professional, clean, polite and concerned. End result the water was an air conditioning issue, nothing to do with the solar installation. Robco has included a Wi-Fi app that monitors consumption, kWh produced and tracking each panel is in working order. We are looking forward to a reduced utility bill soon. The LG Panels include a 25 year warranty. Pigeon proofing is also included. I highly recommend if you are considering solar panels to use Robco. Give Steven Araneta a phone call at 702-439-1328.
4.67 30 Reviews
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Ofer Salter, over 1 month
I've been in the solar business for 11 years and know allot of people in the industry....I've chosen John with AAA certified to install solar on my home because he's the real deal...allot of companies has the license to install solar...it dosen't mean they know what they're doing...John and AAA Certified really understand solar...and can be considered an expert...including getting through the permitting process and net metering applications...which is an expertise on it's own...no one dose it better and faster than AAA...they got a phenomenal office staff that really stays on your project and makes sure no time is wasted
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Ofer Salter, over 1 month
I've been in the solar business for 11 years and know allot of people in the industry....I've chosen John with AAA certified to install solar on my home because he's the real deal...allot of companies has the license to install solar...it dosen't mean they know what they're doing...John and AAA Certified really understand solar...and can be considered an expert...including getting through the permitting process and net metering applications...which is an expertise on it's own...no one dose it better and faster than AAA...they got a phenomenal office staff that really stays on your project and makes sure no time is wasted
4.64 1,495 Reviews
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Rachel Brown, 2 days ago
These guys from start to finish were friendly and communicated everything that would be involved. Chase did a great job informing my wife and I about the process, being patient with our questions, and providing the information we requested. Trevor and Reilly had my panels installed in about 5 hrs with everything looking neat and tidy. Anthony the electrician kept me updated and informed about his progress. The entire process was smooth and painless, for the sales rep to the final install. Everyone was very professional. Great experience overall
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Rachel Brown, 2 days ago
These guys from start to finish were friendly and communicated everything that would be involved. Chase did a great job informing my wife and I about the process, being patient with our questions, and providing the information we requested. Trevor and Reilly had my panels installed in about 5 hrs with everything looking neat and tidy. Anthony the electrician kept me updated and informed about his progress. The entire process was smooth and painless, for the sales rep to the final install. Everyone was very professional. Great experience overall
4.58 177 Reviews
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Randall, over 1 month
I evaluated dozens of solar companies online, and narrowed it down to three for proposals. IWS was the most thorough and transparent of the companies I worked with. They reviewed the property, electrical, and sent pics to engineering before providing a quote which gave me confidence that the quote would be accurate. The install team was friendly and professional and did an excellent job on cleanup. I had my roofer inspect the mounts and he was impressed to the point he recommended them to another one of his customers. The calculations provided in the quoting process appear to be spot on. My installation has been running for about 2 months now.
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Randall, over 1 month
I evaluated dozens of solar companies online, and narrowed it down to three for proposals. IWS was the most thorough and transparent of the companies I worked with. They reviewed the property, electrical, and sent pics to engineering before providing a quote which gave me confidence that the quote would be accurate. The install team was friendly and professional and did an excellent job on cleanup. I had my roofer inspect the mounts and he was impressed to the point he recommended them to another one of his customers. The calculations provided in the quoting process appear to be spot on. My installation has been running for about 2 months now.
4.43 40 Reviews
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Anonymous, over 1 month
Excellent, I've done 3-projects with IPC.
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Anonymous, over 1 month
Excellent, I've done 3-projects with IPC.
4.42 531 Reviews
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LawrenceOfPortlandia, 5 days ago
M ION Solar did the entire job from specifications through installation. The local project manager, Selena, kept me informed of the project status throughout. They proved to be quite a team. Nate explained the financials. The guy with the red beard lead the installation team. They even painted the conduit to match the house. There were people I never communicated with that handled the permitting and inspections. The hardware and software are top rate. Maybe my best experience with a project of this complexity. Well done.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$19,000 ($3.80 per watt)
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LawrenceOfPortlandia, 5 days ago
M ION Solar did the entire job from specifications through installation. The local project manager, Selena, kept me informed of the project status throughout. They proved to be quite a team. Nate explained the financials. The guy with the red beard lead the installation team. They even painted the conduit to match the house. There were people I never communicated with that handled the permitting and inspections. The hardware and software are top rate. Maybe my best experience with a project of this complexity. Well done.
4.38 7 Reviews
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Anonymous, over 1 month
I recently retired in a large home and was trying to reduce monthly electrical bills (Average $1,500.00 - $1,750.00 per month). I received 3 quotes before I met Mark. He provided with a quick estimate and a written quote. 2 weeks later my meeter was moving backwards even after I added an electric poll heater, and air conditioned my garage. I wish all contractors were as fair and quick as Today's Energy Store.
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Anonymous, over 1 month
I recently retired in a large home and was trying to reduce monthly electrical bills (Average $1,500.00 - $1,750.00 per month). I received 3 quotes before I met Mark. He provided with a quick estimate and a written quote. 2 weeks later my meeter was moving backwards even after I added an electric poll heater, and air conditioned my garage. I wish all contractors were as fair and quick as Today's Energy Store.
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