Texas
Solar Panel Installation

We are currently aiding Texas households and business owners to switch to solar energy in three simple steps – at their own pace and convenience.

Step 1: Sign up for your free solar energy proposal.
We collect satellite data and photographs and utilize them with our professional analytic approach – which has been in use for over a decade – to provide the best solutions depending on your roof and electricity usage.

Step 2: Evaluate and choose the best solar energy option for you.
If solar is the right fit, your solar advocate will call you within 48 hours of your purchase to begin the installation process.

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Step 3: Install and configure the solar panels and batteries.
We'll handle the rest after you've decided on the best solar system for your home or business and completed your purchase through our secure online portal. To make this process as simple as feasible for you, our experts will handle negotiations with your utility company, permitting, installation, inspections, and even warranty claims.

You can utilize a smart home battery for solar energy storage to store extra energy generated by your solar panel array for usage when you need it the most. This means more savings, lower carbon emissions, more energy independence, and more control over your sustainable solar energy. It also means that when the sun goes down, the clouds blow in, or the lights in your neighborhood go out, you can rely on clean solar energy to meet your requirements.

At Solvana, we are solar panel installers in Texas as well as battery experts. We design systems that will power you through storms, blackouts, and the night. We rely on best-in-class technology, as well as BESS to meet our clients' home battery needs across Texas, Florida, Massachusetts, and New Jersey. We’ll propose the best home battery option for your house based on your specific energy demands, storage unit availability, pricing, and preferences.

Our innovative pergolas offer an excellent balance of function and cost. They’re frequently used in conjunction with a full-roof solar system.

We prefer to situate these pergolas away from shade trees so they create more solar energy. Still, when it comes to outdoor recreational places, aesthetics is sometimes more essential than production.

We also hide conduit, so it goes through the attic when possible, making your array look sleek and professional. Many other companies don't do that.

Are you ready to go solar in Texas? Click here to get started today.

When building a system, one of the most significant factors to consider is the cost of solar panels in Texas. Solar panels typically cost between $15,000 and $25,000 before tax credits or rebates are applied, which reduce the overall cost.

A solar system's cost is determined by a number of factors, including size, layout, installation, and local expenditures like permitting fees. Texas solar panels are typically priced in dollars per watt, with the average home solar system costing between $3 and $5 per watt.

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The initial cost of purchasing solar panels in Texas is considerable; however, this cost has decreased in recent years. Solar panel prices have dropped by more than 70% in the last decade. If the upfront solar panel cost in Texas is prohibitively expensive, homeowners can choose from various finance alternatives or solar leasing.

Many prospective solar power consumers wonder how long it will take to return their original solar panel investment. The payback period is the time it takes for solar panel owners to return their initial investment through solar power savings. In Texas, the median solar energy payback period is 11.80 years.

Solar Power Savings Over 25 years

A 5kW system will generate around 6,750 kWh per year. The cost of electricity varies by state, but in Texas, you'll spend approximately 11.86 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh). We just multiply your solar panel kWh production by the rate you will no longer pay the electricity company:

6,750 kWh x $11.86/kWh = $800.55 Value of Solar (Annual Savings)

Even if we assume rates won’t go up, you can expect solar panels' to save you thousands over their 25-year lifespan:

$800.55/year * 25 years = $20,013.75 savings over the warrantied lifetime

Before we even consider the tax breaks and property value increases, there is an $11,921.75 return on investment.

With an annual cost savings of $800.55, you'll be able to pay off your solar panels in about ten years!

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The federal government and several state governments have initiatives to encourage green energy investments such as solar panels.

For starters, homeowners who install solar panels on their primary or secondary homes can receive a federal tax credit of 30% for systems constructed in 2021 and 2022. Because there is no restriction on how much you can claim, the larger your PV solar system, the more you may claim as your federal tax credit. Remember that this tax credit only applies if you bought or financed your solar system. It is not applicable to solar leases or solar PPAs.

There are also Texas solar subsidies available to households and businesses to help them save money on solar panels. Texas citizens who purchase a solar system are excluded from any increases in property value. Several utilities and municipal governments have also introduced their own incentives

Solar Rebate Schemes in Texas

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While Texas lacks a national rebate scheme, many local governments and utilities provide incentives to households who wish to transition to solar. These include:

As you can see, Texas utility providers offer a plethora of incentives to assist you to offset the cost of putting solar on your house.

Property Tax Exemption for Renewable Energy Systems

Aside from lowering your power costs, solar offers another financial advantage: it may raise the worth of your property. While greater house prices usually mean elevated real estate taxes, the state of Texas offers a renewable energy property tax exemption, that the inhabitants don't have to pay additional taxes because of the worth that their PV panels produce.

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Texas net metering

While Texas doesn't have a nationwide net metering regulation, several utilities in the state have policies that reward solar energy system owners for the power produced by their panels.

If your provider has a net metering program, any extra electricity produced by your solar panels will be credited to your electric bill. When your solar panels aren't generating enough power to satisfy your demands (for example, at night or when it's cloudy outside), you may use your Texas net metering reward points instead of purchasing electricity from the utility.

The Federal Solar Tax Credit

The Investment Tax Credit (ITC) can cut the price of your solar energy installation by 30%. Remember the ITC only applies to individuals who acquire their PV solar system fully (either with a solar loan or cash) and that you must have a sufficient income for the tax benefit to be substantial.

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Texas, for the most part, is a solar-power-friendly state. However, there existed a legal gap that permitted property developers to prevent the installation of solar panels on homes in new areas until 2015. This loophole has subsequently been fixed, and households in Texas can now install solar panels.

Texas Homeowners

Texas House Bill (HB)362 was initially meant to prohibit Homeowners’ Associations and Property Owners Associations from outright prohibiting the installation of solar panels, but it required homeowners to submit a formal request for planning clearance to an Architecture Review Committee.

According to Texas Property Code Section 202.010, HOAs and POAs may reject approval to install solar panels in very restricted circumstances, such as:

POA's Senate Bill 1626 forbids homeowners from installing solar panels during the construction phase of a property complex/housing area. Some property developers exploited this regulation by keeping their homes "under construction" for decades, allowing them to reject permission for homeowners to install solar panels.

This gap was resolved in 2015 when Bill 1626 was amended to indicate that only property developments with fewer than 50 units might reject authorization for homeowners to install solar panels during the development phase. Larger property projects cannot deny authorization for solar panels.

Are solar panels in Texas worth it?

Solar energy in TX provides huge benefits to home and business owners. Especially when coupled with a battery storage system, you can save on your energy costs as well protect your home from blackouts. In effect, you can be completely independent of the electric company.

How much does it cost to put solar panels on your house in Texas?

Solar costs less than renting your energy from your utility company forever. With tax credits and an abundance of sun, solar is cash flow positive, meaning it costs you less per month than your current electric bill!

Will Texas pay for solar panels?

No, there is no such thing as free solar panels and we do not recommend signing up with a third-party owner for a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) or a solar lease. Third-party owned systems provide little to no value to homeowners long-term and often end up costing homeowners thousands of dollars. However, the federal government offers a 30% tax credit on the installed price of the system (including batteries charged by solar). Buying solar panels is like buying your energy in bulk for the next 25 years, and everyone knows when you buy in bulk you save!. (That's why everyone loves shopping at Costco and Sam's Club.)

How do I apply for the solar tax credit in Texas?

The Federal Tax credit is applied to your federal taxes. This solar tax credit is available for Texas home solar panel systems installed by December 31, 2022. Ask your tax professional how you can best use the 30% Tax Credit.

You’ll need to meet the following criteria to apply for this credit on your Federal taxes:

Can you sell electricity back to the grid in Texas?

Texas has net metering programs, which enable you to receive credits towards your utility bill for any extra power generated by your solar panel system that flows back to the utility grid. Each utility company has different policies regarding these money-saving programs, but generally speaking, you generate more value using the energy yourself versus selling the energy to the utility company. The Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency  (DSIRE) has a great list of Texas utility companies that participate in net metering programs.

Does solar increase your home's value in Texas?

Yes! Adding solar panels can add significant value to your home. A 2019 Zillow study revealed that homes with solar panels sold at a 4.1% higher price point. National Renewable Energy Laboratory metrics show that homes with solar energy systems installed also sell 20% faster than those without. A US Department of Energy - Berkeley Labs study has shown that buyers are willing to pay a premium of about $15,000 for homes with solar panels.

How do I pick a solar company in Texas?

It pays to do careful research when choosing a solar company in Texas. There are many fly-by-night companies or inexperienced salespeople. Though they may be well-intentioned, they still may steer you in the wrong direction. You have to find a company with a history of helping customers, not just ones that are good at selling. Many companies focus on selling and accumulating sales, rather than customer service.

1) Up to 30% lower up-front cost — Solvana charges less than our competitors because we have almost zero overhead, a digital process to replace salespeople, and no sales commissions.

2) We offer the best equipment — All solar companies offer the same equipment from the same distributors, but we offer them at a better price with the highest installation standards.

3) Expertise from 5 decades of solar industry experience — Solvana has 50 years of experience in construction and custom home improvements. We have been in the solar business since 2008 and have the expert knowledge to help maximize cost savings for you.