Texas is one of the most financially advantageous states for solar, thanks to these three specific laws:
A dollar-for-dollar reduction in your federal income tax. If your system costs $30,000, you get a **$9,000 credit**.
In Texas, adding solar increases your home value, but thanks to the Texas Tax Code, that added value is 100% exempt from property taxes. Your home is worth more, but your taxes do not go up.
Worried about your HOA? Don’t be. Texas law prohibits HOAs from banning solar panels in almost all cases. If you own the roof, you have the right to power it.
Texas has some of the lowest installation costs in the country due to a competitive market and simple roof structures.
| System Size | Home Size (Approx) | Avg Cash Cost (Before Incentives) |
|---|---|---|
| 5 kW | Small Home | $11,500 – $13,500 |
| 10 kW | Avg Texas Home | $23,000 – $26,000 |
| 15 kW | Large Home + Pool | $34,500 – $39,000 |
Note: Adding a battery (Powerwall/Enphase) typically adds $11,000 – $13,000.
Texas is a deregulated energy market. This means you choose your Retail Electric Provider (REP). Some plans are great for solar; others are terrible.
Many plans offer 'Free Nights' but charge high daytime rates, or they refuse to pay you for the solar power you send to the grid.
We help you choose the right plan (like those from Almond, Rhythm, or Gexa) that offers 1:1 Buyback Credits. Or better yet, we install a battery so you can store your power and ignore the buyback rates entirely.
Incentives vary by utility company. Select your city to see specific rebates:
No. Texas does not have a statewide Net Metering law. Instead, individual Retail Electric Providers (REPs) create their own “Buyback Plans.” Some offer 1-to-1 credits, while others pay Real-Time Wholesale rates.
It depends on your system. For Solar-Only homes, TXU’s Solar Buyback Match is often best for simplicity. For Solar+Battery homes, Chariot Energy or Rhythm can offer higher returns if you manage your exports correctly.
The Oncor rebate resets annually. For 2026, Oncor offers roughly $300 per kWh for installed storage, meaning a standard battery can qualify for over $3,000 in cash incentives.
