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Orlando homeowners are paying around $333 a month for electricity — $3,996 a year. Rates have climbed nearly 19% since 2021 and Duke Energy locked in another increase through 2026. Solar cuts that bill, sometimes to near zero. Here's what you need to know about going solar in Orlando.
Orlando gets 5.6 peak sun hours per day, among the highest in the continental US. Florida ranks 2nd in the nation for residential solar installations. Every major utility serving Orlando — Duke Energy Florida, FPL, and OUC — runs net metering, which means you get credited for every kilowatt-hour your panels send back to the grid.
At 19¢/kWh with 5.6 daily peak sun hours, an Orlando homeowner with a properly sized system can expect meaningful savings over a 25-year system life — and every Duke Energy rate increase improves that math. Rates have climbed every year for a decade.
A typical Orlando home uses around 1,781 kWh per month at 19¢/kWh. Most homes need a system in the 10–14 kW range to cover that.
$0 down with a lease or PPA — your monthly payment is typically lower than your current Duke Energy or OUC bill from day one.
Cash or loan — systems run roughly $2.18–$2.71 per watt before incentives, depending on system size and roof complexity.
Important for 2026: The federal 30% residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025. Gone for cash purchases. If you're looking at a lease or PPA, ask your installer about the commercial 48E credit — financing companies still qualify and pass those savings through as lower monthly rates. Construction must start by July 4, 2026. That deadline is coming fast.
Sales tax exemption — Solar equipment is fully exempt from Florida's 6% sales tax. On a $22,000 system, that's $1,320 you don't pay.
Property tax exclusion — The added home value from your solar installation is excluded from your property tax assessment. Solar typically adds $15,000–$25,000 in market value. None of that shows up on your tax bill.
Net metering — Duke Energy, FPL, and OUC all offer net metering. Excess generation credits roll forward on your monthly bill at the retail rate.
Orlando is one of the few Florida markets where your utility depends on exactly where you live:
Your installer will confirm your utility during the estimate. All three have active net metering. The interconnection process differs slightly for each, but the result is the same — you get credit for what you produce.
Before your system goes live, Orange County Building Division issues the permit and your utility approves the interconnection. Here's the realistic timeline:
Total from signed contract to Permission to Operate: typically 8–14 weeks in Orange County. KIN's project team handles every permit, inspection, and utility submission. You don't touch any of it.
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Does Orlando have net metering?
Yes. Duke Energy Florida, OUC, and FPL all offer net metering. You get credited at the retail rate for excess generation.
Which utility serves my Orlando address?
It depends on your exact location. Duke Energy serves most metro suburbs. OUC serves within Orlando city limits. FPL covers parts of the surrounding area. Check your bill or ask KIN during your estimate — we'll confirm.
Is the federal solar tax credit still available in 2026?
For cash purchases: no. The 30% residential ITC (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025. For leases and PPAs, the commercial credit (Section 48E) still applies for construction starts before July 4, 2026. Financing companies pass those savings through as lower monthly payments.
How long does installation take in Orange County?
8–14 weeks from contract to Permission to Operate is typical. Orange County permitting averages 10–21 days. The rest is interconnection approval and final inspection.
What's the average electricity bill in Orlando?
EnergySage data (March 2026) shows Orlando homeowners average $333/month using about 1,781 kWh at roughly 19¢/kWh. Rates have increased every year since 2021.
Does KIN use subcontractors for Orlando installations?
No. KIN uses in-house crews across Florida. The people who show up at your house work for KIN.
No pressure. No rep who disappears after you sign. A KIN energy advisor looks at your actual bill, your roof, and your usage — and gives you a real number.
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