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The main programs are net metering, a property tax exemption, and no sales tax. Net Metering (NEM 2.0) credits your bill for excess power through all four major NH utilities, with your rate locked through 2041. In most towns, solar is fully exempt from property tax assessment — we confirm eligibility and file the paperwork. And because NH has no general sales tax, solar equipment is automatically exempt at purchase. Eversource customers who add battery storage may also qualify for up to $3,000 through the ConnectedSolutions rebate. Homeowners adding a heat pump alongside solar can stack NHSaves rebates — offered through all four major NH utilities — to reduce the combined project cost further.

No — there is no state income tax credit for solar, and the former state rebate was permanently repealed in 2024. The financial case rests on locked-in net metering credits through 2041, no sales tax, the property tax exemption in most towns, and electricity rates around 25 cents per kWh that make self-generated power highly valuable.

When your panels produce more than you use, the surplus goes to the grid and you earn bill credits — roughly 85% of the retail rate. Credits roll forward indefinitely, so summer overproduction offsets winter bills. All four major NH utilities participate (Eversource, Liberty Utilities, Unitil, NHEC), and enrollment is automatic once your system is live. The rate is locked through January 1, 2041.

The statewide average is around $3.18 per watt — roughly $28,000–$38,000 for a typical 10 kW system. There’s no sales tax, which saves $1,500–$2,000 compared to neighboring states. At current electricity rates and with net metering locked through 2041, most cash-purchase systems pay back in 9–10 years. Venture Home provides a free custom quote based on your actual bills and roof.

Yes. Cold weather improves panel efficiency, and snow slides off angled panels quickly. Your system is sized to account for seasonal variation, producing more in summer and banking credits for winter. The indefinite credit rollover under NEM 2.0 makes this seasonal balance work well.

Yes — completely. We manage all local permits and the interconnection application with your utility, whether that’s Eversource, Liberty Utilities, Unitil, or NHEC. We also handle the property tax exemption filing for qualifying towns.

The average NH homeowner will spend about $116,500 on electricity over 25 years at current rates. Solar locks in your cost for the life of the system. Your actual savings depend on your usage, system size, and utility. We’ll build a personalized projection during your free consultation.

Without a battery, your solar system shuts off during a grid outage — a standard safety requirement. With battery backup, your system keeps essential circuits running from stored power. Given NH’s exposure to Nor’easters and winter outages, it’s a practical addition. Eversource customers can offset part of the cost through the ConnectedSolutions rebate — up to $3,000.