Solar in
Orange County, FL

Common Questions About Solar in Orange County

• Is solar worth it in Orange County?

  For many homes, yes. Central Florida gets plenty of sun year-round, so many homeowners see meaningful long-term savings. Your roof, usage and utility rates determine the real number. Not sure where your home stands? Read Is my house good for solar?

• How much can I save with solar?

  Savings depend on system size, your current electricity bill and financing. Most homeowners see the biggest difference in summer, when cooling costs peak. A quote from local installers gives you a personalized estimate. For typical pricing, see How much do solar panels cost in Florida?

• Are there any solar incentives available in Florida?

  Yes. Solar equipment is exempt from Florida sales tax, and the value solar adds to your home is exempt from property tax. Duke Energy, OUC and Winter Park Electric all offer net metering, so extra power your panels send to the grid earns credit on your bill. The 30% federal credit for homeowner owned systems ended after 2025, though some lease and prepaid lease options may still pass federal savings through.

• How long does the installation take?

  The installation itself usually takes one to two days. Permits, inspection and utility approval take longer, so most Orange County homeowners should plan on several weeks from signing to turning the system on.

• Are there any solar incentives available in Florida?

  Yes. Florida has two state incentives. Solar equipment is exempt from the state sales tax, so you don’t pay sales tax on your panels.

  The value solar adds to your home is also exempt from property tax, so your property tax bill won’t go up because you went solar. Florida utilities also offer net metering.

  When your panels make more power than your home uses, the extra goes back to the grid and earns credit on your bill. In Orange County that includes Duke Energy, OUC and Winter Park Electric. 

• Will solar keep my power on during a hurricane outage?

  Not on its own. Grid tied systems shut off during outages to protect utility workers. To keep power on, you need a battery backup such as Tesla Powerwall or Enphase, which we can include in your quotes.