There can be solar tax credits and incentives available at the federal, state and local levels. The calculator above will show you the value of all incentives your home is eligible for.
In Maryland, solar incentives are abundant. There are solar tax credits, county property tax credits, battery backup incentives, and a mature solar energy renewable energy certificate sales program which helps homeowners further monetize the green production of their systems.
The federal government will also give you a tax credit equal to 30% of what you pay for solar. All these incentives add up to substantial savings for you who want to do the right thing for the environment and your pocketbook.
Maryland's solar success is driven by its Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which ensures a commitment to growing the share of electricity generated from renewable sources.
Learn what solar incentives are available to Maryland homeowners
See what Maryland solar incentives you qualify for based on your utility company and city
Find out how much these incentives and/or Maryland solar tax credits will reduce your cost to go solar and add batteries
The federal solar investment tax credit will have the biggest impact on the cost you will face to go solar in Maryland
If you install your photovoltaic system before the end of 2032, the federal tax credit is 30% of the cost of your solar panel system. This is 30% off the entire cost of the system including equipment, labor, and permitting.
Example: If your solar energy system costs $20,000, your federal solar tax credit would be $20,000 x 30% = $6,000.
The federal tax credit falls to 26% starting in 2033.
With net metering in some states, you get full retail rate credit for the amount of electricity you send back into the grid with your solar panels.
Net metering ensures you get credits for all the energy you produce and send back to your utility company when you aren’t able to use it. Your utility will track how much solar power you produce and how much you use.
Fortunately, in Maryland, your utility company is required to credit you for all the solar power you send back to them at full retail rates. Any difference is credited to your subsequent power bill and reset annually. That’s a huge benefit to you as a solar owner, and a strong policy we’d like to see expanded throughout the country.
Maryland offers a flat $1,000 solar rebate for any solar energy system larger than 1 kW in system size. That’s a meaningful bonus!
Maryland is a state which has compelled its public utilities to derive electricity from clean sources, like solar panels on your rooftop. Instead of paying hefty alternative compliance fees to the state, utilities can purchase clean energy certificates for the amount of electricity produced by solar owners, large and small.
Maryland has created a solar renewable energy certificate market (SREC), based on the state’s commitment to derive 14.5% of its electricity mix from solar energy by 2030.
Current market prices are about $75 per SREC. An average 10-kW solar installation in Maryland will produce about 13 SRECs annually. That amounts to $900 in SRECs you can sell annually back to your utility company, in addition to your electric bill savings.
According to SRECtrade, there may be an SREC oversupply in the Maryland market coming for the next few years. Regardless, you can count on a sizable amount of value to come from your ability to sell these certificates to your power company over the next decade.
Maryland legislators have created a battery backup tax credit of 30% of your installed costs up to $5,000. The credit has a budget of $750,000 annually, and as of late 2020 there’s still over $600,000 in the pool. At that rate, you don’t have to worry about the credit exhausting itself this year, or probably next.
The battery storage tax credit can be paired with the 30% Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit to maximize your savings, even if the battery is not paired with solar.
For example, you can take 30% of the $15,500 cost of installing a Tesla Powerwall, which will earn you $4,650. You can then earn another $4,650 through the federal tax credit, resulting in $9,300 total in tax credits to reduce the cost of your battery installation!
You can expect tens of thousands of dollars of property value increases with your Maryland solar installation. Fortunately, Maryland homeowners who go solar won’t need to pay any tax increases on that home value increase.
Also, when you install a residential solar system in Maryland, you are exempt from 100% of sales taxes on your equipment. That’s a smart legislative move to help you save even more money on your solar installation upfront.
If you’re lucky enough to live in Prince George’s county, you can get a property tax credit for up to $5,000, carried forward for two years. In Harford or Anne Arundel counties you will receive a one time annual property tax credit for 100% of your property tax bill up to a maximum of $2,500. That’s a pretty sweet deal.
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Prices based on a 9.9kW system, after 30% federal tax credit
50 solar companies in Maryland provide pricing on SolarReviews. Here are the best rated companies near you.
4.92 198 Reviews
Dennis, over 1 month
Celestial Solar had just started working with batteries and I think my home was the first where they upgraded an existing solar panel system. I used two 5KW batteries from Enphase. They added and wired a new subpanel and were really helpful in making sure I had the circuits I needed. The installers did excellent work, everything was laid out neatly in spite of the space being a bit tight. They made sure the system was configured correctly before finishing the work. Communication was quick when I had questions. I am very happy with the final system and it meets my needs.
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Dennis, over 1 month
Celestial Solar had just started working with batteries and I think my home was the first where they upgraded an existing solar panel system. I used two 5KW batteries from Enphase. They added and wired a new subpanel and were really helpful in making sure I had the circuits I needed. The installers did excellent work, everything was laid out neatly in spite of the space being a bit tight. They made sure the system was configured correctly before finishing the work. Communication was quick when I had questions. I am very happy with the final system and it meets my needs.
4.88 142 Reviews
Greg, over 1 month
I must say from start to finish Paradise Solar exceeded my expectations. From the initial visit they were professional, knowledgeable and courteous! Their install team is first class, very neat work and on time with installation. Top to bottom I would recommend them to anyone! Thank you PES! Greg
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Average cost (5kW system)
$16,000 ($3.20 per watt)
Greg, over 1 month
I must say from start to finish Paradise Solar exceeded my expectations. From the initial visit they were professional, knowledgeable and courteous! Their install team is first class, very neat work and on time with installation. Top to bottom I would recommend them to anyone! Thank you PES! Greg
4.86 451 Reviews
Joe Bonds, over 1 month
Lumina Solar installed a 5.98kW 13-panel solar system the second week of January, luckily before the major snow and ice storm hit this region of Virginia. I did a lot of research both on the equipment and the company. Our panels are REC460AA Pure-RX using 13 Enphase IQ8X Inverters. My wife and I are very pleased with our system for a number of reasons, including: 1) if you do any type of research, the REC solar panels and the Enphase inverters are highly rated in the industry, which meant a lot to us. 2) the installation was extremely professional and was very top-notch. One of the reasons we chose Lumina was they only use their employees for the installation, and it was fantastic. Even the inspector made a comment how clean, neat and orderly the install was. All of the other companies we received bids from contracted out the install to other companies. 3) In my job before I retired I often reviewed and approved contracts. Lumina’s contract was very well done and very comprehensive, and I was impressed as I wanted to be sure everything needed for both parties was covered. 4) An additional reason we selected Lumina was the extended warranty offered from 25 to 30 years for a very reasonable sum. As I am 70 plus years old I am not concerned about the additional length of time, but the warranty will pay at no cost to us to remove and re-install the solar panels if we ever need to replace the roof due to hail, wind, etc., using Lumina Roofing. Gabriel Shabtai was our Solar Consultant and did a good job of explaining solar and the company and was great getting us through signing the contract. However, we were concerned that we didn’t hear much from him once we signed our contract, and we wished that he would have informed us of the backlog of installations Lumina had to complete as it took from July when we signed the contract to early January for the installation. Much of that was likely due to the rush Lumina was experiencing to meet the IRS tax rate expiration date.
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Joe Bonds, over 1 month
Lumina Solar installed a 5.98kW 13-panel solar system the second week of January, luckily before the major snow and ice storm hit this region of Virginia. I did a lot of research both on the equipment and the company. Our panels are REC460AA Pure-RX using 13 Enphase IQ8X Inverters. My wife and I are very pleased with our system for a number of reasons, including: 1) if you do any type of research, the REC solar panels and the Enphase inverters are highly rated in the industry, which meant a lot to us. 2) the installation was extremely professional and was very top-notch. One of the reasons we chose Lumina was they only use their employees for the installation, and it was fantastic. Even the inspector made a comment how clean, neat and orderly the install was. All of the other companies we received bids from contracted out the install to other companies. 3) In my job before I retired I often reviewed and approved contracts. Lumina’s contract was very well done and very comprehensive, and I was impressed as I wanted to be sure everything needed for both parties was covered. 4) An additional reason we selected Lumina was the extended warranty offered from 25 to 30 years for a very reasonable sum. As I am 70 plus years old I am not concerned about the additional length of time, but the warranty will pay at no cost to us to remove and re-install the solar panels if we ever need to replace the roof due to hail, wind, etc., using Lumina Roofing. Gabriel Shabtai was our Solar Consultant and did a good job of explaining solar and the company and was great getting us through signing the contract. However, we were concerned that we didn’t hear much from him once we signed our contract, and we wished that he would have informed us of the backlog of installations Lumina had to complete as it took from July when we signed the contract to early January for the installation. Much of that was likely due to the rush Lumina was experiencing to meet the IRS tax rate expiration date.
4.78 87 Reviews
Ruben B, over 1 month
I have recently (finally) gone solar, after a long period (years, actually) of going back and forth doing research and trying to cut through the maddening cacophony of "expert" advise online. At the end of the day, serendipitously and fortunately, I went with Solar Energy Services: I can't recommend SES strongly enough. Erin was our project coordinator, she was amazing, but the entire team was truly outstanding, remarkably professional, educating me and guiding me throughout the process. I am sure most people (like me) can find this process a bit intimidating (so many details and options to consider; companies sound all alike; prices are all over the place) but having found SES was a turning point. I have read so many horror stories that I consider myself very lucky, it is obvious that SES cares about its reputation. Should any of you readers out there decide to go solar, I have no doubt Erin and her people will be happy to educate you and help you get there, just like they did for me. Ruben B.
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Ruben B, over 1 month
I have recently (finally) gone solar, after a long period (years, actually) of going back and forth doing research and trying to cut through the maddening cacophony of "expert" advise online. At the end of the day, serendipitously and fortunately, I went with Solar Energy Services: I can't recommend SES strongly enough. Erin was our project coordinator, she was amazing, but the entire team was truly outstanding, remarkably professional, educating me and guiding me throughout the process. I am sure most people (like me) can find this process a bit intimidating (so many details and options to consider; companies sound all alike; prices are all over the place) but having found SES was a turning point. I have read so many horror stories that I consider myself very lucky, it is obvious that SES cares about its reputation. Should any of you readers out there decide to go solar, I have no doubt Erin and her people will be happy to educate you and help you get there, just like they did for me. Ruben B.
4.76 84 Reviews
John Peterson , over 1 month
Couldn't have asked for a better experience... From Beth Blake who quoted the job and explained all what was needed, to Destiny who helped schedule the install with the hiccups with the weather not cooperating to the installers who were professional to a tee and Rhonda who was the anchor at the end... Yo ho from a previous month of $250+ to the following two months at $20.58 .. What's not to like...
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John Peterson , over 1 month
Couldn't have asked for a better experience... From Beth Blake who quoted the job and explained all what was needed, to Destiny who helped schedule the install with the hiccups with the weather not cooperating to the installers who were professional to a tee and Rhonda who was the anchor at the end... Yo ho from a previous month of $250+ to the following two months at $20.58 .. What's not to like...
4.76 71 Reviews
Geeksmith, over 1 month
I did a lot of homework between personal research and evaluating 5 different area solar installers and their quotes. KW Solar stood out because of its detailed and straightforward approach. They were informative, providing upfront information on sizing, mounting options, grants, loans, power company applications, permitting, and everything that goes into the process. I did not feel like they were a company selling to me but rather a consultant providing guidance. I could tell their goal was to provide the information I needed to make the most informed decision and would be happy with the result. The process and communication were painless and every person we interacted with from KW Solar was friendly, informative, and appreciated us as a customer. When it came to installation we knew exactly what to expect and the team did an excellent job minimizing the impact to our home, landscaping, and driveway. When a county inspector threw a curve ball with an uncommon interpretation of a code, they could have challenged it and won. Still, they were most concerned with not delaying so they absorbed the additional time and cost to satisfy the inspector. I didn't even know about the small hiccup until it was already being addressed. It has been 3.5 years since our installation and that system has performed without issue and the system production and savings have aligned with estimates and our expectations.
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Geeksmith, over 1 month
I did a lot of homework between personal research and evaluating 5 different area solar installers and their quotes. KW Solar stood out because of its detailed and straightforward approach. They were informative, providing upfront information on sizing, mounting options, grants, loans, power company applications, permitting, and everything that goes into the process. I did not feel like they were a company selling to me but rather a consultant providing guidance. I could tell their goal was to provide the information I needed to make the most informed decision and would be happy with the result. The process and communication were painless and every person we interacted with from KW Solar was friendly, informative, and appreciated us as a customer. When it came to installation we knew exactly what to expect and the team did an excellent job minimizing the impact to our home, landscaping, and driveway. When a county inspector threw a curve ball with an uncommon interpretation of a code, they could have challenged it and won. Still, they were most concerned with not delaying so they absorbed the additional time and cost to satisfy the inspector. I didn't even know about the small hiccup until it was already being addressed. It has been 3.5 years since our installation and that system has performed without issue and the system production and savings have aligned with estimates and our expectations.
4.75 205 Reviews
Katlin Bem, over 1 month
I recently had solar panels installed and couldn’t be happier with the experience. This company was fantastic to work with from start to finish. The team was professional, friendly, and always clear in their communication. They got the work done quickly and efficiently without sacrificing quality. The installation looks great, everything works perfectly, and the whole process was smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend them to anyone considering going solar!
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Katlin Bem, over 1 month
I recently had solar panels installed and couldn’t be happier with the experience. This company was fantastic to work with from start to finish. The team was professional, friendly, and always clear in their communication. They got the work done quickly and efficiently without sacrificing quality. The installation looks great, everything works perfectly, and the whole process was smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend them to anyone considering going solar!
4.75 62 Reviews
Bob, over 1 month
Did my google/reddit research and reached out to a couple Solar companies in May of 2025. Bright Eye was one of those I selected and they were quick to reply. Josh was the one that answered and I must have sent twenty emails with a couple phone calls mixed in there. He usually replied within the hour. Looking back, I was probably a PITA customer, but Josh never treated me like one. I apparently asked some more technical questions and he was happy to answer. There was another company I thought seemed like a good choice, but they were more expensive and suggested one less battery. Both were suggesting to use Enphase tech, and that's what we went forward with. A third company was suggesting a different larger company battery, but I read some less satisfactory things about them, so I chose the Enphase product and gave my deposit to Bright Eye Solar in June. From there, Russel took over with scheduling. He also was quick to reply, generally within 24 hours unless there was a more pressing matter. The engineering drawings came back a few weeks later. The township issued the approval almost two months later. Peco on the other hand, took their merry time. We scheduled the install in August and it was completed two weeks later. Install went smooth and looked great when done. We flicked the switch and it was generating power! There were a couple small hiccups, but Russel was on top of things right away. Nothing major, just a technicality with Enphase. Now for Peco.. Peco was really dragging their feet. I was talking with Sunny at Peco, and she's a nice lady, but there are no fires lit over there. Peco makes it feel like they have 4 people covering a 100 mile radius. Finally received the approval from PECO at the end of September. I was not officially on line with Peco and had the two way meter until mid October. So almost 5 months from start to finish. Still waiting on the SRECs to be finalized, but that's no big deal. While I was waiting for PECO, we basically used the system off-grid. I used the batteries at night to run the house and the August/September sun powered the house and charged the batteries during the day. Worked flawlessly. So cool. Very happy with Bright Eye Solar.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$12,000 ($2.40 per watt)
Bob, over 1 month
Did my google/reddit research and reached out to a couple Solar companies in May of 2025. Bright Eye was one of those I selected and they were quick to reply. Josh was the one that answered and I must have sent twenty emails with a couple phone calls mixed in there. He usually replied within the hour. Looking back, I was probably a PITA customer, but Josh never treated me like one. I apparently asked some more technical questions and he was happy to answer. There was another company I thought seemed like a good choice, but they were more expensive and suggested one less battery. Both were suggesting to use Enphase tech, and that's what we went forward with. A third company was suggesting a different larger company battery, but I read some less satisfactory things about them, so I chose the Enphase product and gave my deposit to Bright Eye Solar in June. From there, Russel took over with scheduling. He also was quick to reply, generally within 24 hours unless there was a more pressing matter. The engineering drawings came back a few weeks later. The township issued the approval almost two months later. Peco on the other hand, took their merry time. We scheduled the install in August and it was completed two weeks later. Install went smooth and looked great when done. We flicked the switch and it was generating power! There were a couple small hiccups, but Russel was on top of things right away. Nothing major, just a technicality with Enphase. Now for Peco.. Peco was really dragging their feet. I was talking with Sunny at Peco, and she's a nice lady, but there are no fires lit over there. Peco makes it feel like they have 4 people covering a 100 mile radius. Finally received the approval from PECO at the end of September. I was not officially on line with Peco and had the two way meter until mid October. So almost 5 months from start to finish. Still waiting on the SRECs to be finalized, but that's no big deal. While I was waiting for PECO, we basically used the system off-grid. I used the batteries at night to run the house and the August/September sun powered the house and charged the batteries during the day. Worked flawlessly. So cool. Very happy with Bright Eye Solar.
4.70 689 Reviews
Chris Sales, over 1 month
I had a great experience with Carson’s team from Solar Energy World. When we decided to go solar, we contacted 4 companies to give us quotes. Carson from SEW came highly recommended by a neighbor friend. From the start, he was very professional and came in prepared for our meeting. He answered all our questions. He took the time to make sure that we understand how solar works and it can benefit us now and it the long run. He was also easily accessible through text, call or email for follow up inquiries. The installation was straightforward, the installation team were professional and efficient as well. Carson was there for the whole process including making sure we are properly connected to the grid and be able to see our connectivity (production, consumption, export and import of energy). He and his team guided us through it all. I highly recommend Solar Energy World for people that are looking into getting solar panels for their home or business.
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Chris Sales, over 1 month
I had a great experience with Carson’s team from Solar Energy World. When we decided to go solar, we contacted 4 companies to give us quotes. Carson from SEW came highly recommended by a neighbor friend. From the start, he was very professional and came in prepared for our meeting. He answered all our questions. He took the time to make sure that we understand how solar works and it can benefit us now and it the long run. He was also easily accessible through text, call or email for follow up inquiries. The installation was straightforward, the installation team were professional and efficient as well. Carson was there for the whole process including making sure we are properly connected to the grid and be able to see our connectivity (production, consumption, export and import of energy). He and his team guided us through it all. I highly recommend Solar Energy World for people that are looking into getting solar panels for their home or business.
4.64 33 Reviews
MazakMaster, over 1 month
Install went great. After one year my Production was off by - 25 Percent. Called to get it fixed and Crickets! They agreed it was not acceptable but its been 4 months and now they dont even pick up the phone, straight to voicemail. Keep in mind their contract states if production is lower than quoted they will add panels to fix...........
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MazakMaster, over 1 month
Install went great. After one year my Production was off by - 25 Percent. Called to get it fixed and Crickets! They agreed it was not acceptable but its been 4 months and now they dont even pick up the phone, straight to voicemail. Keep in mind their contract states if production is lower than quoted they will add panels to fix...........