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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.
Georgetown homeowners can go solar — but the Commission of Fine Arts review, CFA guidelines, and 10–14 week timeline require more planning than a standard DC install. Here's what to know.
DC solar takes 3–6 months — not because of installation, but permitting. Here's how DCRA, Pepco interconnection, and the new GRID Act affect your timeline.
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.
Yes, you can put solar on a Capitol Hill historic row house — if you know the rules. This guide covers historic preservation, row house roofs, costs, and DC incentives.
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.
How to choose a solar installer in DC without getting scammed. 7 red flags, credentials to verify, questions to ask, and a DC-specific checklist.
Maryland homeowners can offset 40-55% of solar costs through stacked incentives. Here's every program and what you actually qualify for in 2026.
DC homeowners wait 12–24 weeks for Pepco solar approval. Here's every step of the interconnection process, what causes delays, and how to protect your federal tax credit.
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.
DC row houses are ideal for solar. Learn about roof challenges, costs, permits, historic district rules, and how to maximize your investment.
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.