How to Go Solar in Orlando

Stellar Solar is one of the most experienced residential solar and energy storage companies in the U.S. powering homes and businesses since 1998. We offer a variety of solar, battery storage and electric vehicle connectivity solutions  so everyone can experience the benefits of solar power and energy storage in the comfort of their own home. Discover which one is the best match for your budget and energy needs.

Duke Energy, the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC), and other local electric companies offer net energy metering (NEM) programs that let you earn bill credits for the excess solar energy you create and send to the grid.7,8 Net metering in Orlando can help you save money on your future energy bills, so you'll worry less about your AC and pool heating costs.

Orlando Residential Solar

With abundant sunshine, endless leisure activities, and still close enough to the coast on either side of Florida. Orlando has always been known for being a city of sunshine and warm weather and that makes Orlando an excellent place for a solar installation on your home. 

Did you know that the state of Florida has 248 days of sun per year compared to the United States average of 205? Going solar in Orlando is a strong option for almost any type of homeowner in the area. Not only can you save money on your electricity bill - a game-changer for your high electric bill. As an added bonus, you can also run your life on clean, green energy that lessens the pressure on the local utility power grid. 

Additionally, homeowners in the Orlando area might be able to take out a PACE loan to pay for their solar system. PACE loans help people to pay back the loan through payments on property taxes.

Aside from this, the largest incentive to install solar in Orlando is the beautiful 26% federal tax credit. Keep in mind that the credit expires in 2023 so you’ll want to go solar sooner than later to take full financial advantage of going solar. 

Between the tax credit, net metering, and the Florida property tax exemption - Orlando is a great place to go solar. Keep in mind that net metering means that excess power generated by your solar panels is sent to the utility company who subsequently credit to your utility account, reducing your electric bill. Florida allows net metering which is why solar has become massively popular in our state. 

Oh - and did we mention? If you purchase a home battery and electric vehicle, it’s also another crafty way to run your entire life on sunshine . That way - your solar panels will power your home and your cars. You’ll be zipping around town, shaking your head at your friends who are complaining about high gas and electricity prices.