North Carolina is set to install 17 times the amount of solar panels they’ve installed over the last five years.
The state of North Carolina has great weather, beautiful scenery, a booming job market, low cost of living, and some would say the nicest neighbors around. It is also one of the top states in the nation for solar power for a multiple reasons. With great incentives such as net metering, rebates, tax exemptions, and the Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC), North Carolina residents can save big while also reducing their carbon footprint and helping to keep their home state flourishing.
Knowing if solar ownership, lease, or a power purchase agreement (PPA) in North Carolina is the best option for your home can be difficult and confusing. Blue Raven Solar is here to help you along every step of the way when switching to solar! Check out the information below about going solar in the Tar Heel State.
Cities we service in North Carolina:
North Carolina
FEDERAL TAX CREDIT: Yes
STATE TAX CREDIT: 100% property tax exemption
REBATES: Deep discounts depending on your utility provider
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ENERGY SAVINGS: Guaranteed
SYSTEM OWNERSHIP: You own it!
BONUS: Energy savings kit includes a smart thermostat and LED light package to save an average of 20% annually on heating and cooling costs.
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SOLAR SAVINGS IN NORTH CAROLINA
Here at Blue Raven Solar, we know that deciding whether a solar system is right for your home usually involves a lot of number crunching and research. Finding each individual rebate or net metering policy for your specific state and city can cost you time and cause a lot of frustration (as many sources are outdated and inaccurate). We’re here to help you decide whether or not solar is a worthwhile investment for your home and situation, not just to sell you solar panels.
North Carolina receives more than the average national sunlight, and its hot summers and moderate winters make the Tar Heel State a great candidate for solar energy. In fact, the solar industry has grown pretty quickly in North Carolina thanks to local and federal incentives. With about 6.5 MW installed, or enough solar to power almost 800,000 homes at the end of 2019, North Carolina is one of the leaders in the nation for solar and continues to grow.
Now that we see North Carolina is a great place to consider residential solar, let’s take a dive into what incentives drive homeowners in the Tar Heel State to go solar:
NET METERING
The three largest electric utilities in North Carolina are required to provide full retail rate net metering to their customers. This means that homeowners with solar can sell back their excess electricity at full value to generate credits for future month’s utility bills. All unused credits get transferred to these utility companies without compensation at the beginning of each summer.
SOLAR REBATES
Duke Energy offers homeowners $0.60/watt for systems up to 10 kilowatts, meaning that solar customers can save up to $6,000. This rebate is one of the best in the nation and has influenced many homeowners to make the switch to solar.
BUILDING PERMIT REBATE
Solar system owners in North Carolina are eligible for a rebate on the cost of the building permit when installing solar.
PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION
By putting solar on a roof, the value of a home increases immediately. Unfortunately, this means that homeowners will experience an increase in property tax. Luckily, North Carolina allows 80% of this increase in home value to be exempt from property tax.
SHOULD I GO SOLAR IN NORTH CAROLINA?
Less than 3% of the current U.S. population are enjoying the benefits & savings of solar energy. Our joy is knowing that our customers are saving money and reducing their carbon footprint. We want the same for you.
With the Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) of 30% and local incentives, North Carolina residents are jumping at the chance to become a part of the renewable energy movement. We’re excited to help you throughout your solar journey and hope to help you make a positive impact on the environment while saving you thousands on your electricity bill!
It is our priority to help our customers become aware of how their current situation connects to solar. Start by reviewing some of our solar resources like the cost of going solar, the solar installation process, and more information about our team. You can also request a free solar quote and a solar consultation by filling out an application on our estimate your savings.
Choosing the best solar company in North Carolina to work with is important.
Here’s what we would like you to know about us:
YOU WILL SAVE MONEY
Our North Carolina customers will save between $15,000 and $30,000+ over a 25-year period depending on the size of their system and their current home energy use.
We’ll send a solar professional to your home to review your utility bills. Our solar analysts will quickly evaluate your bills and your roof to determine if you are qualified for maximum solar savings. If not, we won’t waste your time.
YOU WILL GET PREMIUM SOLAR EQUIPMENT
Blue Raven Solar customers deserve the best solar equipment, so we offer only one level of quality: top-of-the-line. Our solar arrays are built using only high-end black-on-black, monocrystalline silicon solar panels and Enphase microinverters. When going solar in North Carolina, you want high-quality productions at a low price. Going solar with Blue Raven means you get maximum value.
YOU GET WORRY-FREE SOLAR OWNERSHIP
To make solar energy as dependable as the morning sun, we include a two-year productivity guarantee. Two years after solar panel installation, if our systems produce less than our original estimates, we update them with more panels free of charge. We provide professional installation, and solar equipment warranties to ensure that you experience worry-free solar power system ownership.
YOU WILL GET THE FASTEST SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION IN NORTH CAROLINA
Designing a system to meet your daily energy needs and fit the available space is always a custom job. We use the latest satellite imagery and 3D modeling tools to get measurements and create a personalized analysis of your solar energy needs. And, we have the fastest installation times of any North Carolina company, driven by systems and smart solar technicians who know how to get the job done. Your solar project will NEVER “sit” in our pipeline.
WE MAKE GOING SOLAR IN NORTH CAROLINA EASY
From first consultation until flipping the switch on a working solar-energy system, we keep the process as simple and hassle-free as possible. Our field service teams handle building permits, inspections, and every stage of the installation process. You are committed to clean energy and protecting our environment with solar, so we are committed to making sure going solar is fast & easy.
WE ARE LOCAL
We are local North Carolina solar company – local teams, local office, and local partnerships mean fast solar panel installation & net metering times, so you can begin saving with solar quickly!
In Charlotte, Raleigh, and beyond in towns like Zebulon, we work with your North Carolina city and county for quick solar permitting turnarounds. We will also make sure your home is prepped to pass required inspections and ready to quickly connect with local utilities.
WE SPEED UP INSTALLATION
Depending on your city, it can take between 6-12 weeks in North Carolina to get panels installed on your roof, followed by about 3-5 weeks to get interconnected with your utility to enjoy the benefits of net metering. The longest step is getting approved permits from your city. Rest assured we work with your city or county to expedite the permitting process so you can enjoy the benefits of going solar as soon as possible.
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NORTH CAROLINA SOLAR FACTS
- Solar Installed: 7,935 MW
- National Ranking: 4th
- Enough Solar Installed to Power: 942,492 homes
- Percentage of State’s Electricity from Solar: 8.2%
- Solar Jobs: 6,107
- Solar Companies in State: 213: 39 Manufacturers, 84 Installers/Developers, 90 Others
- Total Solar Investment in State: $10.7 billion
- Price Declines: 50% over last 10 years
- Growth Projections and Ranking: 1,499 MW over next 5 years (ranks 18th)
SUSTAINABLE SAVINGS
BluePower Plus+™ combines the best aspects of a 3rd party owned solar lease (or PPA) with the superior return and flexibility of solar ownership.
With BluePower Plus+™ you will get 18 months of free solar power, transforming your utility bill into monthly savings you can count on.
SmartStart gives you the freedom to extend the 18 month promotion to 5 years! During that time you can pay off your solar if you’d like, or just enjoy your savings.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT WHEN YOU CONTACT BLUE RAVEN SOLAR
- A qualified sales representative will answer any questions and get details about your home and existing energy consumption
- Our designers will create a maximum efficiency plan for your roof
- Our trained in-house technicians will install your solar panels
- Our project coordinators will help you connect your system to the grid
- You enjoy your savings and producing clean energy with your solar panels
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The customer experience sets Blue Raven Solar apart, and our team in North Carolina are some of the best.
Going solar is a process, and Blue Raven Solar makes sure that the homeowner is informed every step of the way. We work hard so that you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the savings. From sale to installation and energization, we’re working hard behind the scenes to keep the process moving along.
Before we begin installing your solar panels our North Carolina solar panel expert will set up an initial meeting at your home to ensure you are a good candidate for solar energy. Our solar energy expert will also check the electrical status of your home and condition of your roof. We examine the roofing type, the angle, shading on the roof, along with many other aspects, including your energy usage history, in order to make sure that your solar panel installation is as seamless as possible.
After we verify that your North Carolina home is good candidate for solar panel installation, our design team will work with you to create a maximum efficiency plan for your roof. We will be able to answer any questions that you may have about the solar panel installation process, solar tax credits, or our financing options, including our industry-leading BluePower Plus+. Once we decide which customized financing option is best for you and your family we will create and sign the solar panel installation agreement. We will also take care of all necessary permits.
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Our primary goal will always be to take care of our customers. We started this company with the goal of making solar energy accessible and affordable for the average homeowner, and that’s exactly what we intend to do. We want to continue providing you (the customer), with energy that protects the environment, saves you money, and improves the value of your home.
Our mission is to make homeowners’ lives better by reducing their energy bills, by increasing their reliance on clean and abundant renewable energy, and by providing a world-class customer experience through a reliable sales process and a speedy, high-quality installation.
With over 10,000 5-star reviews, the customer experience sets Blue Raven Solar apart from the rest of the solar industry.
“Can’t compliment Blue Raven and the entire crew for installing our Solar Panels. They called before they arrived and explained everything throughout the install. Very professional and great attention to detail. Thank you!”
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“So far it’s been a great experience with Blue Raven. The process has been smooth and the install was done in an excellent manner. We had the crew from Charlotte come up and would highly recommend them. Looking forward to getting energized and seeing our savings!”
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Debra L
19:44 04 May 23
Blue Raven has made this an easy process for me. Grateful for Brendan, our rep, and the installation crew for a job well done. Would highly recommend... Blue Raven.read more
Lorothy W.
02:01 22 Apr 23
Henry and his crew did an exceptional job installing my solar panels. Any questions that I had he explained very well. I will definitely tell my... friends and family about my experience with Blue Raven Solar. Thank you!!!!read more
Elerod Morris I.
14:15 14 Apr 23
Team did a great job! 
Dwight Fowler (.
06:35 14 Apr 23
So, Blue Raven was the fourth solar company that I reached out to. The first three gave me the full dog-and-pony show. 1+ hour spiels. Slick talkers.... Ugh.I reached out to Blue Raven on the recommendation of my neighbor. Left my name and number on their website. They called back the next morning and I could just notice a difference. The person on the phone was very straight forward about the whole thing. I explained that I'd done my research, and had three other forms at my house, and all I wanted was someone to explain how the financing really worked. So he said he'd inform the sales person.That's how I met Megan Thomason. She is the nicest, most professional sales agent I've ever met. I don't mean professional like a lawyer or doctor, I mean she just knew her business and answered every one of my questions with straight forward answers. No spiel, just a very nice conversation with honest answers. On top of that, I think Megan is just a nice person. So, Blue Raven got my business.Now the Blue Raven team that helped us through the HOA, permitting, and installation were, in my opinion, top notch. Very on top of all the details. Lots of very good communication. Not too much and not pushy. They just kept at it. I'm forgetful, so their reminders were important for me. Just a decent experience. I can tell you that it went just the way I expected it too. What a relief.Lee, the Blue Raven installation lead showed up at my door on Friday exactly at the scheduled time, in the middle of a huge downpour, to tell me that it wasn't going to happen that day. Another nice guy. Asked if he should move the solar panels and equipment off the driveway while it was POURING rain. He moved everything to the back of the house so my wife could park her car.The Blue Raven team called later that day to reschedule. Turned out they had an open slot for Monday morning. Perfect. Lee and the crew showed up bright and early. They got right to work. Had 15 panels installed in about three-ish hours. I checked as they were finishing, and one of the panels on the end was bowed up because my brand new house with its brand new roof has a sag in the middle. Asked Lee if he could level it. " No problem, Mr Fowler. I'll see if I can adjust the clip on that side." It wasn't perfect, but it was a lot better, and not their fault, either. Their electrician had the attic and outside wired just around the same time. Hmmm, team work.So Lee and his crew had the whole installation done by 11 o'clock. They walked me through the entire setup, answered my (dumb) questions and then told me what to expect next: city inspection, Duke Energy, etc.The whole journey has been absolutely painless. It's been my best experience with tradesmen yet. I think Blue Raven is just a bunch of nice people doing decent work and striving to do it right. I have to tell you, I found that very refreshing. It speaks to a management that knows what they are doing.So, Blue Raven, I tip my hat to you and wish you the very best. And thanks for making this a very simple experience.read more
J. E G.
17:23 11 Apr 23
Great experience with the entire process, from consultation thru installation. 
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