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Incentives & savings

Solar incentives and savings in 2026

The rules changed. Here's what happened to the federal tax credit, what still makes solar worthwhile, and how we estimate savings without outdated promises.

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What happened to the 30% federal solar tax credit?

The federal Residential Clean Energy Credit used to give eligible homeowners a tax credit worth 30% of qualified solar and battery costs. A 2025 change in federal law ended the credit for expenditures made after December 31, 2025. Under IRS guidance, an expenditure is generally treated as made when the installation is completed, so a system completed after that date does not qualify, even if it was paid for earlier. If your qualifying system was completed by December 31, 2025, you may still be able to claim the credit on that year's return. Please check your situation with a qualified tax professional. You can read the official guidance on the IRS Residential Clean Energy Credit page (opens in a new tab).

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Straight answers

Does solar still make sense in Florida?

Often, yes. A tax credit was never the only source of value. A well-designed system lowers the electricity you buy from your utility, and every kilowatt-hour you make yourself is one you don't pay for at future rates. Whether it makes sense for you depends on a few things we check for every home:

  • Your electricity usage over the last 12 months
  • Your utility's rates and bill-credit rules
  • Your roof's space, angle, shade and condition
  • System design, equipment and financing terms
  • How long you plan to stay in the home

Where the value comes from

What drives solar savings now

Lower bills

Every kilowatt-hour your panels produce is one you don't buy.

Rate protection

Your own production isn't exposed to future utility rate increases.

Backup power

Add a battery to keep essentials running through outages.

Home appeal

An owned, well-documented system can be a plus for future buyers.

Reviews

From a recent customer

The quote was the only one that showed every cost in writing. The install took two days and the crew cleaned up better than they found it.

James K.Satellite Beach · Solar panels

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