The question was not about helping the planet but whether they would save money. I've looked at it for the last 20 plus years and the answer is simply is no you won't save money based on the average interest rates you can get at the bank. For most years when you could get three four or five percent, that $20,000 was pretty much making up the difference in electricity costs for the interest and you still had 20,000 in the bank. You'd have to ask a real estate agent if it's an incentive or distraction to have solar power on a roof especially in Florida where we're supposed to change our Roofs more often. I would hazard a guess with 95% certainty that it's a detriment to most people unless you're getting the solar system totally free on a new house. There are other things you can do to save money like double and triple pane glass and extra insulation in the Attic with attic fans. If you're happy with your solar that's wonderful . I am in Leesburg and keep in mind there is always a service charge minimum to be connected. If and when the state decides that the electric companies must credit you the same retail prices or that they will give additional monies , then it might be worth it. Now I know that the solar panels have gone down in price it almost every year but they still know where anywhere they should be to be cost effective even in sunny Florida
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