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Solar Panels in Florida
Solar panels provide a reliable way to reduce your electricity bills, using the power of Florida’s sunshine while benefiting from state and federal incentives.
Go Solar in FloridaWhy Go Solar in Florida?
Lower your electricity bills and avoid rising energy costs by using Florida’s sunshine with solar panel installation services, potentially saving up to 80% on your electricity bill depending on system size and energy consumption.1
Keep your home powered during Florida’s storms with solar panel installation and battery storage, providing reliable energy during outages that can last for days in hurricane season.2
Installing solar panels in Florida can increase your home’s value by up to 4%, making it more attractive to potential buyers.3
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Going Solar in Tampa, Florida
- One of our two most popular areas to go solar in Florida
- With over 70,000 homes in Tampa according to InfoPlease we’ve helped many homeowners take control of their electricity bill
Going Solar in Orlando, Florida
- Orlando Florida is another one of our most popular areas with helping homeowners go solar.
- Residents of Orlando often experience power outages, those who own a battery paired solar system are easily able to avoid any power outages.
Florida Solar Incentives and Rebates4
Lower your upfront costs with Florida’s generous solar incentives and rebates. Our team can help you navigate the application process.
Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC)
Florida homeowners can benefit from the 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit, which applies to the entire cost of the solar system, including equipment, labor, and any battery storage. This can significantly reduce the upfront cost of installing solar panels.
Florida Sales Tax Exemption
Solar installations in Florida are exempt from the state’s 6% sales tax. This means immediate savings on your total system price, with an average savings of around $2,000 on a typical $30,000 solar system.
Property Tax Exemption
Normally, increasing your home’s value raises your property taxes. However, Florida’s property tax exemption ensures that the added value from your solar system will not result in higher property taxes. This can save you approximately $280 per year, or about $5,600 over 20 years.
Net Metering
Florida’s net metering program allows homeowners to earn energy credits for excess electricity their solar panels generate. These credits can offset future utility bills, making solar energy systems even more cost-effective. This is particularly valuable in a state with as much sunlight as Florida.
Battery Backups for Solar Panels in Florida
In Florida, battery backups provide reliable power during storms and outages. Paired with solar panels, they store extra energy, keeping essentials like lights, refrigerators, and medical equipment running when the grid goes down. Unlike generators, battery backups don’t need fuel and are quieter, using clean energy stored from your solar system.
Designed to handle Florida’s extreme weather, including high winds, solar systems with battery storage offer peace of mind during hurricane season.
Florida Solar Installation Reviews
Extremely impressed with Current Home Solar. Our rep Daniel stayed in constant contact with us. He updated us every step of the way, and was always there to answer any questions. The install guys were very professional, and our system looks amazing! Daniel came out and showed us how to use the app and walked us through how to use everything. We absolutely recommend Daniel and Current Home for Solar. Thank you so much!
I just wanted to say that I had a very good and communicative experience with this business. Micayla was very helpful and responded very quickly and helped with whatever questions I had. I would recommend this business again
Brian is excellent salesperson. Trustworthy, dependable, truthful and honest and helpful with any needed follow-up. Best Solar company from personal experience with others. Current Home Solar is reliable, dependable and has the integrity a lot of other companies do not. They have gone above and beyond to make sure everything is right. You can’t go wrong with Current Home Solar! Gabby , coordinating my needs, customer service and repair technicians , all excellent as well as Brian , initial salesperson. truthful and reliable. Howard
I bought my house in 2009 with a solar water heater and I noticed that how much money it saves me so I was curious about solar panels. I had a sales rep, Chris Shubin, from Current Homes come by my house to explain how everything works. He was here for almost 4 hrs answering every question i had and even backed the answers up. He never put any pressure on me. We signed the contract that night and i had 30 days to back out if i wanted to. He and the team at Current Homes helped me through the whole process.
Our sales rep Barrett came to our home and gave us a presentation for solar panels. Prior to this we had 0 knowledge of solar panels and he was extremely knowledgeable and descriptive. He answered all of our questions and concerns. Our solar panels were just installed and he made the entire process feel like a breeze. We are extremely happy with their service.
We are now using Solar Energy through Current Home! It was a process and we made it through two hurricanes, but we are connected. The staff was very knowledgeable, congenial, patient and kind as they explained this system and answered our questions. We are looking forward to saving money and to the benefit of solar energy to our Mother Earth.
Jacob was my representative and he answered all of my questions regarding concerns. The company as a whole is great and communicative. Jacob was really nice and honest about solar. I can’t wait for our solar system.
Ryan S came to our house to verify our system was working properly and that we were happy with our new solar system. This is the first time a company shows they care after the work is done. He is very knowledgeable and answered all the questions we had about adding battery backups. We recommend Current Home and Ryan to all our friends and family that want solar.
We are currently in the process of installing my solar and are very appreciative of Jim for his help in this process. Jim is always pleasant to be around and makes the process much easier to understand. He is very willing to work with us, and is willing to try new processes to help us secure our solar. We’re very happy choosing to work with Current Home on our project.
Phil was amazing; very patient and thorough and professional. He was able to answer all my questions and concern. I highly recommend him.
Gabby in the Orlando office was very thorough and guided me through the steps needed in order to complete the paperwork process. It was a pleasure to work with her.
Frequently Asked Questions
On average, homeowners in Florida can save up to 80% on their electricity bills after switching to solar panels. The exact amount depends on factors like system size, energy usage, and net metering benefits. With abundant sunlight and favorable incentives like the 30% federal tax credit and sales tax exemptions, the savings can add up quickly.
Yes, modern solar panels are built to withstand severe weather, including hurricanes. In fact, Florida’s solar panels are designed to endure high winds of up to 140 mph, which makes them highly durable during storm seasons. When paired with battery storage, solar panels can keep your home powered even during extended outages caused by hurricanes.
No, solar panels do not increase property taxes in Florida. The state has a policy that exempts the added value from solar panels and batteries from property tax assessments. This exemption applies to both new and existing residential properties. Additionally, Florida offers a sales tax exemption, saving you the 6% sales tax on solar energy systems.
Yes, Florida offers a net metering program where utility companies, like Duke Energy, Florida Power & Light, and Tampa Electric, buy excess electricity generated by your solar panels. This excess power is sent back to the grid, and you earn credits to offset your future bills.
Yes, solar panels in Florida are worth it. Though installation costs can be around $2.59 per watt, most homeowners save significantly over time. Federal tax credits, like the 26% Investment Tax Credit (ITC), help reduce upfront costs. Most systems pay for themselves through savings on electricity bills.
No, it’s not recommended to install your own solar panels in Florida. Solar panel installation requires technical expertise to ensure the system is safe, efficient, and durable. A professional installer will design the system, estimate your energy needs, and install it to handle Florida’s weather conditions.
Sources
- https://www.electricrate.com/solar-energy/florida/ ↩︎
- https://insideclimatenews.org/news/15092017/after-hurricane-irma-solar-florida-homes-power-gird-out-city-traffic-lights-running/ ↩︎
- https://www.forbes.com/home-improvement/solar/does-solar-increase-home-value/ ↩︎
- https://www.marketwatch.com/guides/solar/florida-solar-incentives/ ↩︎
