How to buy solar power

Should you buy a solar-powered home?

Buying a solar-powered home can jumpstart your clean energy transition, joining millions of other American households that are powering their lives with sunshine. See more solar energy resources for consumers and learn how solar works.

How do I buy a solar system?

For example, you may have just bought new energy-efficient appliances, or you could be planning to buy an electric vehicle that will need charging. Evaluate your finance options. You can buy or lease a PV system. Buyers can either purchase a system outright or obtain a solar loan.

How do I get the best price for a solar system?

Tax incentives and flexible financing options ensure you get the best price for your solar system. Power your home with emissions-free, renewable energy directly from the sun. You may qualify for federal, state and local tax incentives that can help cut your installation costs.

How do I get a great deal on solar panels?

The best way to get a great deal on your solar panel system is to compare quotes based on cost, equipment, and installer reputation. Historically, many solar shoppers only received one solar quote from a door-to-door salesperson or a cold call. But how can you feel confident in your solar decision if you only see one quote?

Where can I buy solar panels?

Many businesses specialize in selling and installing solar panels for homes. Search online to locate solar panel suppliers and installers in your area. You can start with CNET's best list of solar panel companies. You can even shop for solar panels at major home goods stores like Home Depot.

Should you buy or sell a solar system?

Again, the solar company installs the system at no upfront cost to you, but in this case, you get the tax credit and any other available incentives, and you own the equipment, so it becomes part of your house, easily included as one of its features if you decide to sell.