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Residential Solar Services
Solar Power For Your Home
Residential solar systems offer homeowners a clean, renewable way to generate their own electricity and significantly reduce utility bills. By converting sunlight into usable energy, solar panels not only lower monthly expenses but also increase property value and provide long-term energy security. With federal tax incentives and net metering opportunities, going solar is more affordable than ever, and a smart investment for your future.
Interested in financing your system?
United Solar Solutions partners with HFS for flexible financing options. Inquiring through the link has no effect on your credit!
What Can Solar Do For Your Home?
There are a lot of reasons to own and install solar panels at your home, such as: producing your own clean energy, reducing or eliminating your electric bill, contributing to a sustainable future, protecting yourself from market volatility, achieving energy independence, and saving money!
The unfortunate truth is that utility costs are on the rise. Factors that contribute to the cost of electricity; fuel prices, power plant operation costs, transmission and distribution systems, weather conditions, and local / federal regulations. The result is a volatile energy market. Solar gives the homeowner control over the cost of electricity, eliminating the unpredictability of paying a monthly energy bill. Attached below are a few links to articles outlining the rising demand and cost of energy.
Sources and Helpful Links
- (As of August 4, 2025)
- Dominion Energy Virginia Proposes 15% base rate increase
- https://www.vpm.org/news/2025-04-04/dominion-energy-rate-hike-scc-fuel-costs-inflation-data-centers
- Your base Utility rate increases by $8.51 per 1000kWh used per month in 2026, and increases by an additional $2.41 per 1000kWh used per month in 2027. This is the first base rate hike for Dominion since 1992. Prior increases in utility costs were implemented through riders, which will continue in conjunction with the base rate hikes. Dominion is requesting rate hikes due to increased fuel costs.
- Rising Energy Costs in Virginia. Sources and Results:
- https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2025/08/06/electricity-costs-bills-data-centers-ai-virginia
- https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/08/04/electricity-prices-risen-why-states-map/85511712007/
- In Virginia the cost of electricity rose 3% from information collected in May 2024 to May 2025. While the national average had a 6.5% increase in energy costs, some states like Maine saw an astounding 36% increase in electricity costs. Virginia is operating below the national average threshold for now, but that can only last so long with the mass construction of data centers through North VA and Richmond markets. Installing a renewable energy generation source on your property can protect you from the volatility of the Utility markets, as energy demands increase with rising fuel costs.
- DOE backed report says US Data Center Power could triple by 2028
- https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-data-center-power-use-could-nearly-triple-by-2028-doe-backed-report-says-2024-12-20/
- Data centers currently consume approx. 4% of US power and is projected to be between 7-12% by 2028 due to technological breakthroughs in AI and powerful chips (2% in 2018).
- What Affects Electricity Prices? (From EIA)
- https://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/electricity/prices-and-factors-affecting-prices.php
- Fuel costs, power plant costs, transmission / distribution system maintenance, weather conditions, local / federal regulations. That’s a lot of variables that drive the cost of energy consumption in your home. Take control of your power with renewable energy sources.
- Virginia cost analysis of saving money with solar:
- https://www.energysage.com/local-data/electricity-cost/va/
- Solar has many direct and tangible benefits like lower utility rates and clean energy, but there are indirect benefits to be aware of as well; increase property value, net metering, protection from power outages (with battery backup), earning money with SREC’s, and the 30% ITC tax credit (until Dec. 31 2025). The FAQ’s at the bottom of the linked article are a great resource for your solar questions.
- Dominion net metering: https://www.energysage.com/local-data/net-metering/dominion-energy/
- Virginia solar incentives: https://www.energysage.com/local-data/solar-rebates-incentives/va/
- Learn about SREC’s: https://recmint.com/learn
Why Homeowners Choose United Solar Solutions
Communication is our bread and butter. We take pride in answering homeowner questions quickly and honestly. Transparency is the key to providing our clients with the most accurate proposals and a solar system that will work to their specific needs. We want homeowners to save money, have a reliable source of energy, and spread the joy solar has brought to their homes.
We work diligently with homeowners throughout the design process offering them options to customize their system to fit their budget. Every system is unique to the homeowners wants and needs, it cannot be handled as a ‘cookie-cutter’ process.
FAQ
Solar for your home is a rewarding and sustainable investment. We’re here to guide you through the process and answer all of your questions.
How much do residential solar systems cost?
The average cost of solar systems can vary from $2 – $4 per watt, meaning a typical 10kW system will cost $20,000-$40,000. But systems are designed to be unique to each home’s requirements and costs can vary greatly based on those needs. Every homeowner has an abundance of options available to them, so the cost of the system is within their control. By getting in touch with our expert solar consultants, we can size your system appropriately to match your budget and help you understand the true savings of going solar.
What do I need to consider before going solar?
How much energy does your home use? Homeowners are directly involved in our design process to see the cost difference between a solar system that offsets 50%, 100%, or even 150% of your current energy usage!
How much shade does your property get? A popular saying in the industry, “Shade free from Nine to Three!”. Whether you want a roof mount or a ground mount array, direct sunlight is important.
Who is going to install your system? You are not just selecting someone to come out and put panels on your roof. It’s the responsibility of the designer / installer to maintain your warranties and keep your system in great condition. You are entering into a multi-year partnership with a business that you can trust will answer your call and questions months and years after your systems has been up and operational.
Does solar increase my property taxes?
One of the many benefits of solar is that it will increase the value of your home, at an average rate of 6% (that’s a $17,500.00 increase in value on a $500k home!). But does that mean you have to pay additional property taxes? The short answer is NO, in 2023 Virginia legislation passed a code into law (Virginia Code § 58.1-3661) that tax exempts all residential systems under 25kW in size. Meaning you increase the value of your home and don’t have to pay any extra for it! To qualify, homeowners need to apply for the exemption through their local government entity.
Increasing your homes Value: https://www.solarreviews.com/blog/do-solar-panels-increase-home-value
Virginia Code: https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title58.1/chapter36/section58.1-3661/
Fairfax County Tax Exemption: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/taxes/relief/real-estate-solar-equipment
Loudoun County tax exemption policy: https://www.loudoun.gov/4041/Tax-Exemption-for-Certified-Solar-Energy
What do I need to consider before going solar?
How much energy does your home use? Homeowners are directly involved in our design process to see the cost difference between a solar system that offsets 50%, 100%, or even 150% of your current energy usage!
How much shade does your property get? A popular saying in the industry, “Shade free from Nine to Three!”. Whether you want a roof mount or a ground mount array, direct sunlight is important.
Who is going to install your system? You are not just selecting someone to come out and put panels on your roof. It’s the responsibility of the designer / installer to maintain your warranties and keep your system in great condition. You are entering into a multi-year partnership with a business that you can trust will answer your call and questions months and years after your systems has been up and operational.