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    Is solar worth it in Florida?

    Energy CostsNovember 5, 20263 min readEnergy Company team

    Yes, for hurricane backup and while full retail net metering lasts. Florida still credits solar exports at the full retail rate under rule 25-6.065, and a typical 1,000 kWh bill in 2026 was $136.64 with FPL, $150.40 with Duke Energy and $156.43 with TECO.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is net metering ending in Florida?
    Florida's rule 25-6.065 continues full retail net metering, so exported solar is credited at the retail rate.
    Will solar keep my Florida home powered in a hurricane outage?
    A home battery keeps your home powered during grid outages. Every Energy Plan can include one.
    Is free solar real in Florida?
    No system is free. With an Energy Plan there's $0 down: Energy Company owns the system, and you pay one monthly payment that covers monitoring and maintenance.
    What do Florida homes pay for electricity?
    A typical 1,000 kWh bill in 2026 was $136.64 with FPL, $150.40 with Duke Energy and $156.43 with TECO.

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