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Annual savings (estimate) Bill savings
$2062.0 65%
Annual savings (estimate) $2062.0
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Bill savings 65%
Based on: 40 kWh/day usage · 13 kW solar · 5 kWh battery · typical tariffs

Solar & Battery Savings in Florida, United States Get quotes from local installers

Design solar and battery systems for Florida using Photonik's professional design platform. Florida, the Sunshine State, offers excellent solar potential with strong net metering policies and property tax exemptions. The state's high solar irradiance and growing adoption make solar an attractive investment for Florida homeowners.

Solar Energy Savings in Florida

How Solar Reduces Your Electricity Bills

The calculations below show how your electricity bills change with solar.

What drives your savings in Florida

Florida offers full retail-rate net metering through FPL and Duke Energy, meaning surplus solar exports are credited at the same rate homeowners pay — around 15–16c/kWh. Combined with the state’s strong solar irradiance (5+ kWh/m²/day) and the federal 30% ITC, payback periods are among the shorter ones in the southeast. Florida also exempts solar equipment from property tax, and while there is no state income tax credit, the combination of good sun, decent rates, and full net metering creates a straightforward savings case.

Your usage & system size Florida

Energy usage & tariffs

Energy consumption patterns in Florida reflect the state's hot, humid climate, with high cooling needs throughout most of the year. The average Florida household uses between 35-45 kWh per day, with higher consumption during hot summer months for air conditioning and dehumidification. Energy-efficient properties throughout Florida often use significantly less through modern insulation, efficient HVAC systems, and smart thermostats that optimize cooling schedules.

Before installing solar, consider reducing your energy consumption through improved insulation and energy-efficient appliances. This is particularly valuable in Florida, where high year-round electricity usage makes reducing consumption a sound investment that can lower required solar system size and improve returns.

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Representative flat export rate (feed-in tariff). What you earn per kWh of surplus solar exported to the grid. Your actual rate depends on your provider, plan, and time of day.

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Estimated at 75% of the retail grid rate. A battery lets you store daytime solar and export during expensive peak hours, so each exported kWh is typically worth more than a flat feed-in tariff. Real returns depend on your time-of-use tariff and battery efficiency.

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Solar system size

You'll need around 10.5kW of solar to match your average consumption in Florida. We recommend sizing between 15.8kW and 21.1kW for optimal results, accounting for daily and seasonal variations. Florida enjoys excellent solar potential, with most regions averaging 4.5-5.0 kWh/kW/day annually, amongst the highest in the US, with consistent generation throughout most of the year.

A 15.8 kW system in Florida generates approximately 69.2 kWh daily on average, with seasonal variation from 3.61 kWh/kW/day in December to 4.85 kWh/kW/day in April. Florida's exceptional solar irradiance, combined with strong net metering policies and property tax exemptions, makes solar particularly attractive for homeowners across the Sunshine State.

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A 13 kW system in Florida can generate approximately 20793.0 kWh annually based on local sun conditions.

Battery storage

With solar-only (no battery), a 15.8 kW system provides approximately 50% self-usage in Florida, depending on your consumption patterns, drawing 50% from the grid. Adding a 10 kWh battery increases energy independence to approximately 72% annually, reducing grid reliance to 28%. Battery storage is valuable in Florida, allowing you to store excess daytime generation for evening use and providing backup power during hurricanes and other severe weather events.

A battery shifts solar energy from daytime overproduction into evening peak use, avoiding the highest time-of-use rates. Virtual power plant programs are expanding — battery owners can earn additional income by dispatching stored energy during grid peak events, typically earning significantly more per kWh than standard buyback rates. For accurate battery savings and ROI calculations specific to your utility, use the full Photonik design tool.

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The sweet spot for most households is 5 – 13 kWh — larger batteries add independence but with diminishing payback, especially where feed-in tariffs are low.

System Pricing & Payback for Florida

Use the full Photonik solar planning and design platform to model a complete system for your home — including detailed costs, equipment options, and financial returns.

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Solar Installers Miami

Example local businesses with published addresses; not ranked by Photonik or by star ratings.

  • Goldin Solar — 2937 SW 27th Ave, Suite 306, Miami, FL 33133
  • Sunrun (Fort Lauderdale office) — 6500 NW 12th Ave, Suite 118, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
  • Momentum Solar — 6001 Hiatus Rd, Tamarac, FL 33321
  • ADT Solar — 3561 NW 53rd Ct, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

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Solar Installers Tampa

Example local businesses with published addresses; not ranked by Photonik or by star ratings.

  • Solar Bear — 6101 Johns Rd, Suite 8, Tampa, FL 33634
  • Energy Harbor — 1600 E 8th Ave, Suite A200, Tampa, FL 33605
  • Solar Source — 10840 Endeavour Way, Largo, FL 33777

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Solar Installers Orlando

Example local businesses with published addresses; not ranked by Photonik or by star ratings.

  • Solaria Energy Solutions — 4071 LB McLeod Rd, Suite E, Orlando, FL 32811
  • Blue Raven Solar — 6000 S Rio Grande Ave, Suite 104, Orlando, FL 32809
  • Solar Source (Altamonte Springs office) — 925 Sunshine Ln, Suite 1010, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

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Solar Installers Miami Beach

Example local businesses with published addresses; not ranked by Photonik or by star ratings.

  • Solar Access — 19380 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
  • Goldin Solar — 2937 SW 27th Ave, Suite 306, Miami, FL 33133

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