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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-down 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.
Buy, lease, or PPA — here's what each solar financing option actually costs DC homeowners, with real numbers and a clear decision framework.
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.
Learn how net metering works in Washington, D.C., how solar energy credits appear on your Pepco bill, and how to maximize savings with a custom solar system.