Solar Leasing FAQ for Florida - 2026

Monthly payments in Florida typically range from $75-$300+ depending on:

• System size
• Your location (Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, Orlando, etc.)
• Local electricity rates (Florida has high rates—great for savings!)
• Local incentives and financing options
• Lease term length
• Your credit profile
• Hurricane-resistant installation requirements

Florida Advantage: High electricity rates mean bigger savings potential!

Average savings in Florida range from $15,000-$40,000+ over the lease term, depending on:

• Your current electricity rates (typically 12-14 cents/kWh in Florida—among highest in US)
• System size and production (Florida gets 4.5-5.5 peak sun hours daily)
• Utility rate increases (historically 2-3% annually in Florida)
• Your energy consumption
• Local utility (FPL, Duke Energy, Tampa Electric, etc.)

Example Savings:

• Average Florida home: $120-150/month electricity bill
• Solar lease payment: $80-120/month
• Net monthly savings: $40-70/month ($480-840/year)
• 20-year savings: $9,600-16,800+

Bonus: Florida’s consistent sunshine means year-round production (unlike northern states with seasonal variation).

We provide detailed savings estimates specific to your utility and location.

Typically no upfront costs with solar leasing in Florida. However, some agreements may include:

• Small documentation or processing fees ($0-$500)
• Down payment options (to lower monthly payments)
• HOA approval fees (if applicable—usually $100-300)

We’ll clearly outline any upfront costs before you sign.

Your electricity bill will decrease significantly. The solar system generates power for your home first, reducing grid electricity purchases from your utility (FPL, Duke Energy, Tampa Electric, etc.).

Florida-Specific Impact:

• Summer (peak season): Highest savings (peak demand, highest rates)
• Winter: Still significant savings (Florida gets excellent winter sun)
• Hurricane season (June-November): System secured; no service interruptions from storms
• On sunny days: Bill may be minimal or zero
• On cloudy days/at night: You draw from the grid
• Net metering (where available): Excess power credits your account

Example:

• Current bill: $140/month
• Solar lease: $95/month
• New bill with solar: $45/month (grid backup only)
• Monthly savings: $95

Your monthly solar lease payment replaces most or all of your previous electricity bill.

Most solar leases in Florida include annual escalation clauses (typically 0-3% per year), which means:

• Your payment increases slightly each year
• This accounts for inflation and system age
• The increase is usually much lower than Florida utility rate hikes (historically 2-3% annually)
• Some leases offer fixed payments with no escalation (premium option)

Example:

• Year 1: $100/month
• Year 2: $102/month (2% increase)
• Year 5: $110/month
• Year 10: $122/month
• Year 20: $149/month

Florida Advantage: Even with escalation, your lease payment grows slower than utility rates, so savings increase over time.

Your lease agreement specifies the exact escalation rate.