Solar in Orlando
Go solar in Orlando
Orlando solar panels and battery storage for your home
Orlando homeowners use a lot of electricity for cooling, and Florida remains one of the country’s leading solar states. That combination makes Orlando a strong market for home solar, especially for households looking to manage high summer energy use and add backup power during outages. Florida ranks 3rd nationally for installed solar, and both state policy and local utility programs continue to support residential solar adoption.2
Why solar makes sense in Orlando
Orlando’s climate, long cooling season, and high household electricity use make solar a practical option for many homeowners. The City of Orlando notes that rising temperatures and more extremely hot days are increasing energy consumption, and the city’s own residential energy resource page shows air conditioning and electric heating as the largest share of home energy use. Statewide, the U.S. Energy Information Administration says almost all Florida homes use air conditioning and about 9 in 10 Florida households use electricity as their primary heating source.1
That matters because homes with high daytime electricity demand often have more to gain from producing power on-site. In Orlando, that can be especially relevant during long, hot stretches when cooling use stays elevated for much of the year.
Are solar panels worth it in Orlando?
For many homeowners, yes. Orlando combines strong solar potential with high cooling demand, which can make home solar more compelling than in cooler, lower-usage markets. Florida is already one of the nation’s top solar states by installed capacity, and the local conversation around resilience, household energy costs, and extreme heat continues to support interest in distributed energy solutions.1
Whether solar is worth it for a specific home depends on roof conditions, shading, system size, utility rate structure, plan type, and how much electricity the household uses during the day and evening. Homes that also want backup power may see added value from pairing solar with a battery.
Solar battery storage in Orlando
Battery storage can be especially relevant in Orlando because resilience matters as much as solar production. Florida homeowners face outage risk tied to storms and severe weather, and the City of Orlando is actively investing in resilience planning and backup-ready community infrastructure. OUC also highlights battery storage as a way to keep using stored solar energy at night, in poor weather, and during neighborhood outages.3
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Sunrun Subscription Plan vs. solar panels ownership
Our solar lease subscription plan offers predictable, affordable rates for as little as $0 down in upfront costs, or you could purchase solar panels outright.
Sunrun Subscription Plan
Leasing solar panels
Benefits
- Predictable, affordable payments
- Protect against rising utility costs
- Extended Sunrun warranties including workmanship and energy production guarantee for life of contract, 10 year roof penetration warranty, 24/7 system monitoring
Who maintains?
- Sunrun owns and maintains
- Plan transfers to new owners if you sell your home
Payments
- $0 to little down
- Locked in monthly solar lease
Solar panels ownership
Purchasing solar panels
Benefits
- Own your system outright
- Protect against rising utility costs
- Manufacturer's equipment warranties, 10 year workmanship guarantee, and 10 year roof penetration warranty
Who maintains?
- I service and care for my system myself
- Transfers to new owners if you sell your home
Payments
- Full system cost (cash upfront)
Increase control over your power
Stay powered when it matters most
Maximize your solar value
FAQs
What solar incentives are available in Orlando in 2026?
In 2026, the most relevant incentives and policies are Florida’s sales tax exemption, Florida’s residential property tax exemption, Florida net metering rules, and for eligible OUC customers, a battery storage rebate. The federal residential clean energy credit is no longer available for systems placed in service after December 31, 2025.
Does going solar raise property taxes in Florida?
Generally, qualifying residential solar systems are covered by Florida’s residential renewable energy property tax exemption, so homeowners usually do not pay added property tax on the value the system adds.