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Solar quotes in DC routinely run 15–30% over the initial price. Here's what drives the solar quote final price difference — and how to catch it before you sign.
Solar lease cancellation exit options in DC are limited and costly. Know your buyout rights, UCC lien risks, and what a fair contract should include before you sign.
Solar installation hidden costs — panel upgrades, permit fees, equipment swaps — push final invoices 15–30% above quotes. Here's what to check before you sign.
Solar quotes in DC change 20–40% after signing more often than homeowners expect. Here's why it happens and what a price-accurate quote actually looks like.
Solar systems producing 25–50% below estimates is an industry-wide pattern. Here's how to verify a solar panel production guarantee before you sign — with DC-specific numbers.
DC homeowners pay 16.1¢/kWh on Pepco's 2026 SOS rate. Here's what actually moves the needle on your electric bill — from DCSEU rebates to rooftop solar.
Solar financing in DC changed in 2026 with the federal tax credit gone. Compare cash, loans, and PPAs — and see which path keeps DC SREC income in your pocket.
Pepco's DC generation rate jumped 7.1% on June 1, 2026. Here's how to cut your bill without solar — and how solar changes the math entirely.
DC homes with solar sell for 3–4% more — but only if the system is owned, permitted, and SREC-ready. Here's what buyers actually pay extra for in 2026.
DC weatherization rebates in 2026 range from $250 to $5,000 through DCSEU. Income-qualified households may pay nothing. Here is how to apply before the September 15 deadline.
DC row house renovations cost $250–$480/sq ft — and most homeowners do them in the wrong order. Here's why solar should come first.
Solar PPA DC pros cons explained for 2026: no upfront cost sounds good, but DC homeowners forfeit $2,500+/year in SREC income. Here's who PPAs actually make sense for.
DC home insulation costs 35% above the national average in 2026. Here's what actually pays back — and when solar beats it on payback period.
A DC home energy audit costs $150–$400 — and for most row houses, the findings pay back that fee within a year. Here's what an auditor actually tells you.
Solar costs $3.00–$3.40 per watt installed in DC in 2026. Here's what drives that price, how DC incentives change the net cost, and what a fair quote looks like.
A 7 kW DC solar system saves $4,000–$4,900/year in 2026 — electricity offset plus SREC income. Here's how to calculate your specific number.
DC's solar property tax exemption, Homestead Deduction, and senior relief programs can save DC homeowners hundreds to thousands annually. Here's what applies in 2026.
Pepco's 2026 rate is 42% above the national average. Here are 7 concrete strategies DC homeowners can use to lower their Pepco bill — from free assistance programs to solar.
Solar loan rates in DC range from 4.5%-8.5% APR in 2026. Compare secured, unsecured, and dealer financing with SAPP rebate savings.
Every DC battery storage incentive for 2026: SAPP rebates, DCSEU programs, SREC optimization, net metering, and property tax exemption. The federal credit is gone — here's what's left.
Heat pumps cut DC heating costs to $600-$1,000/year vs $1,200-$1,800 with Washington Gas — and replace your AC too. See the full cost comparison.
DC solar systems pay for themselves in 2-3 years with the $10,000 SAPP rebate, or 4-6 years at full price. See the full math with real 2026 numbers.
Petworth and Brightwood are two of DC's best neighborhoods for rooftop solar — mostly outside historic districts, good south-facing rear roofs, and a history of community group buys. Here's the 2026 guide.
DC SRECs are worth $360-$455 per credit in 2026. See real contract pricing, who buys them, and how to maximize your solar income in Washington DC.
Pair solar panels with a heat pump and you can eliminate your gas bill entirely. Here's how the all-electric combo works in DC, what it costs, and how to capture 2026 rebates before they expire.
DC homeowners with EVs can eliminate both their electricity and gas bills with solar. Two incentives expire in 2026 — here's the sizing guide, cost breakdown, and DC-specific incentive stack.
Income-qualified DC homeowners can get up to $10,000 back through Solar Advantage Plus (SAPP) — but funding is first-come, first-served. Here's who qualifies and how to apply.
The 30% federal solar tax credit is gone — but DC's SREC market, SAPP rebate, and Solar for All program keep DC solar economics strong in 2026.
DC electricity bills are up 85% since 2020. Here's what DC homeowners are doing about it — solar savings, net metering, SRECs, and $0-cost-to-you options explained.
Maryland homeowners can offset 40-55% of solar costs through stacked incentives. Here's every program and what you actually qualify for in 2026.
Home battery backup in DC costs $10,000–$20,000 installed. Compare Tesla, Enphase, and top brands, plus DC incentives and real ROI numbers.
Pepco net metering lets DC solar homeowners earn credits at the full retail rate for excess power. Here's exactly how the credits work, what you'll save, and the DC-specific rules.
Solar for All DC offers free solar panels for qualifying households. Learn eligibility, how to apply, and why 2026 is the last year for $0 installations.
DC SRECs pay $400+/MWh — the highest in the US. Learn how to register, sell, and maximize your solar income in Washington DC in 2026.
DC solar panels cost $22K–$34K before incentives, with a 4.5-year payback driven by DC's SRECs worth $4,000+/year. The federal ITC ended Jan 2026 — learn why owning still beats "free" panels.
DC Court of Appeals struck down Pepco's $123.4M rate hike. Learn what happened, if you'll get a refund, and how to protect against future increases.