Solar Blog
News, tips, and practical advice for homeowners considering solar.
Florida Solar Permits by County: A Lookup Guide for the 8 Major Counties
Which office issues your Florida solar permit depends on where you live — county or city. A county-by-county lookup for Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Hillsborough, Pinellas, Orange, Duval, and Lee, with jurisdiction notes, portal availability, and realistic fee and timeline ranges to verify locally.
Solar Panel Recycling: What Happens to Panels at End of Life (and Your Florida Options)
Solar panel recycling explained: which panel components are recyclable, how the recycling process works, disposal options for Florida homeowners, what recycling typically costs, and why retiring solar panels are becoming a real waste-stream question.
Duke Energy Net Metering: How Solar Credits Work in Duke's Florida Territory
Duke Energy Florida net metering explained: how excess solar generation is credited, the interconnection and permission-to-operate process, system sizing, and what post-2025 policy shifts mean for Duke customers.
TECO Solar Interconnection Guide: Connecting Your Panels to Tampa Electric
Step-by-step guide to Tampa Electric (TECO) solar interconnection: what it is, the application-to-permission-to-operate process, realistic timeline expectations, and how to avoid delays in Tampa Bay.
FPL Net Metering: How Florida Power & Light Solar Credits Work
FPL's net metering pays solar homeowners full retail rate for excess power. Here's how the billing works, what you'll save, and how to interconnect your panels with Florida Power & Light.
HOA vs Solar: Florida Homeowners' Solar Rights Explained
Can a Florida HOA block your solar panels? The Florida Solar Rights Act says no — with narrow exceptions. Here's what HOAs can and cannot do when you go solar.
Hurricane Season and Solar Panels: Removal, Reinstall, and Protection
Do solar panels survive hurricanes? Yes — they're built for 140+ mph winds. But if you need roof repairs, panel removal and reinstall costs $1,500–$3,000. Here's what Florida homeowners need to know.
Residential Solar Prices Hit a New Low in Mid-2026
Installed residential solar prices fell another 4% in the first half of 2026, driven by cheaper panels and fierce installer competition. Here's what it means if you're shopping this year.