NC Green Power<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><a rel=\"noopener\" href=https://www.solarreviews.com/"https:////www.seia.org//state-solar-policy//north-carolina-solar/" target=\"_blank\">Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)<\/a><\/p>","14":"<p><a href=https://www.solarreviews.com/"https:////www.ncgreenpower.org///">NC Green Power<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><a rel=\"noopener\" href=https://www.solarreviews.com/"https:////www.seia.org//state-solar-policy//north-carolina-solar/" target=\"_blank\">Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)<\/a><\/p>","average_monthly_elec_usage":1101,"15":1101,"roof_pitch_degree":23,"16":23,"typical_kwh_production":1330,"17":1330,"created_at":"2019-04-10 02:11:35","18":"2019-04-10 02:11:35","incentive_overview":"<h4>Federal solar tax credit<\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The federal tax credit is the most significant incentive to install solar panels for homes and businesses. Right now, the federal tax credit equals 30% of the total solar system costs. This percentage will remain at that number until the end of 2032. If you want to maximize your savings potential, now is a great time to go solar in North Carolina.<\/span><\/p>","19":"<h4>Federal solar tax credit<\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The federal tax credit is the most significant incentive to install solar panels for homes and businesses. Right now, the federal tax credit equals 30% of the total solar system costs. This percentage will remain at that number until the end of 2032. If you want to maximize your savings potential, now is a great time to go solar in North Carolina.<\/span><\/p>","updated_at":"2023-04-14 06:37:49","20":"2023-04-14 06:37:49","diy_solar":"<p>Yes you can! In some cases, you can save $3,000 or more when you install solar yourself, even after receiving the federal tax credit. Despite the potential for savings, data from Lawrence Berkeley Labs shows that only about 3% of homeowners choose DIY solar. <\/p>\r\n<p>Reasons for this include:<\/p>\r\n<ul class=\"list-disc list-inside ml-4\">\r\n<li>The permitting and inspection process for the utility, the state, and municipalities can be quite complex.<\/li>\r\n<li>The installation work is both dangerous and difficult, with electrical work having to be performed at heights.<\/li>\r\n<li>Often times, solar electricity customers will be charged a premium for DIY installations, which can limit savings.<\/li>\r\n<li>In some states, a solar system needs to be installed by a qualified solar contractor in order to take advantage of incentives. In North Carolina, in order to get any Go Solar NC incentives or financing options, a solar system must be installed by a registered PV contractor with at least one employee that has 35 hours of solar PV training, has passed the NABCEP entry-level exam, and has proof that they have installed at least 2 solar PV systems.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n<p>SolarReviews does not recommend DIY solar installations unless you have suitable skills. However, for those who do, SolarReviews published <a href=https://www.solarreviews.com/"https:////www.solarreviews.com//solar-panels//solar-panel-kits/">a comparison table displaying solar panel kit prices from the top 10 leading solar kit websites in the US<\/a>.<\/p>","21":"<p>Yes you can! In some cases, you can save $3,000 or more when you install solar yourself, even after receiving the federal tax credit. Despite the potential for savings, data from Lawrence Berkeley Labs shows that only about 3% of homeowners choose DIY solar. <\/p>\r\n<p>Reasons for this include:<\/p>\r\n<ul class=\"list-disc list-inside ml-4\">\r\n<li>The permitting and inspection process for the utility, the state, and municipalities can be quite complex.<\/li>\r\n<li>The installation work is both dangerous and difficult, with electrical work having to be performed at heights.<\/li>\r\n<li>Often times, solar electricity customers will be charged a premium for DIY installations, which can limit savings.<\/li>\r\n<li>In some states, a solar system needs to be installed by a qualified solar contractor in order to take advantage of incentives. In North Carolina, in order to get any Go Solar NC incentives or financing options, a solar system must be installed by a registered PV contractor with at least one employee that has 35 hours of solar PV training, has passed the NABCEP entry-level exam, and has proof that they have installed at least 2 solar PV systems.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n<p>SolarReviews does not recommend DIY solar installations unless you have suitable skills. However, for those who do, SolarReviews published <a href=https://www.solarreviews.com/"https:////www.solarreviews.com//solar-panels//solar-panel-kits/">a comparison table displaying solar panel kit prices from the top 10 leading solar kit websites in the US<\/a>.<\/p>","city_2_id":0,"22":0,"city_3_id":0,"23":0,"state_tax_credit":0,"24":0,"state_tax_credit_amount":"0.00","25":"0.00","diy_solar_allowed":1,"26":1,"pros":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The biggest advantage in North Carolina for installing solar panels is the state's solid net metering policy and the 30% federal tax credit. Along with this, North Carolina receives plenty of sunshine throughout the year that will be putting your solar systems to great use.<\/span><\/p>","27":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The biggest advantage in North Carolina for installing solar panels is the state's solid net metering policy and the 30% federal tax credit. Along with this, North Carolina receives plenty of sunshine throughout the year that will be putting your solar systems to great use.<\/span><\/p>","cons":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The disadvantage of installing solar panels in North Carolina is the dwindling rebates and incentives due to utility companies meeting their renewable energy goals. Also, net metering changes for the state's largest utility lower solar energy bill savings. <\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite all this, the federal solar tax credit and state-wide net metering are two great reasons to go solar in North Carolina!<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><br \/><\/p>","28":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The disadvantage of installing solar panels in North Carolina is the dwindling rebates and incentives due to utility companies meeting their renewable energy goals. Also, net metering changes for the state's largest utility lower solar energy bill savings. <\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite all this, the federal solar tax credit and state-wide net metering are two great reasons to go solar in North Carolina!<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><br \/><\/p>","average_monthly_electrical_usage":0,"29":0,"other_incentives":"<h4>Utility incentives <\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duke Energy has historically offered a solar rebate program to its customers. However, the program closed its doors in 2023. <\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>But, the utility company is in talks to create a new incentive program potentially. It might even develop an energy storage rebate. Until then, though, don't expect an additional rebate from Duke. <\/p>\r\n<p><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><strong>Property tax exemptions<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p>North Carolina does have a property tax exemption for solar panel systems. Under the Property Tax Abatement for Solar Electric Systems, 80% of the assessed value of the solar system is exempt from the homeowner's property taxes.<\/p>","30":"<h4>Utility incentives <\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duke Energy has historically offered a solar rebate program to its customers. However, the program closed its doors in 2023. <\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>But, the utility company is in talks to create a new incentive program potentially. It might even develop an energy storage rebate. Until then, though, don't expect an additional rebate from Duke. <\/p>\r\n<p><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><strong>Property tax exemptions<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p>North Carolina does have a property tax exemption for solar panel systems. Under the Property Tax Abatement for Solar Electric Systems, 80% of the assessed value of the solar system is exempt from the homeowner's property taxes.<\/p>","pace_program":"","31":"","state_tax_credit_description":"","32":"","rebates":null,"33":null,"net_metering_content":"<h4>Net metering<\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">North Carolina has a state-wide <\/span><a href=https://www.solarreviews.com/"https:////www.solarreviews.com//blog//what-is-net-metering-and-how-does-it-work/"> See all local installers

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