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Going Solar has never been easier in British Columbia
Self- Generation Program (previously called “Net Metering”)
BC Hydro offers a self-generation program (previously called “net metering) which credits your utility bill for monthly net excess energy generation. (For example, BC Hydro credits your account the exactly same rate they charge residential customers with no cap) This means that solar customers in British Columbia can get paid for the energy they produce! Going solar in British Columbia is a great choice for anyone looking to save money on energy.
Rate Increases
In April 2025, you received a rate increase of 3.75% from BC Hydro. On April 2026 it has already been approved for an additional 3.75% increase.
That is an increase of 7.5% in just little over a year.
With the price of solar coming down and local electric rates going up, for many, the numbers now make sense. Find out how much you can save by going solar.
Solar incentives for British Columbia homeowners
- British Columbia’s main solar incentive for homeowners is a rebate program through BC Hydro. Offering up to $5,000 for solar installation and another $5,000 for addition solar equipment and installation (ie, battery storage).
- British Columbia also provides a Provincial Sale Tax (PST) exemption for solar equipment to go along with the self- generation program (net metering program).
- The Canada Greener Homes Grant offers up to $5,000 in grants when installing solar. This program also offers an up to $40,000 interest-free loan to support energy efficiency upgrades in your home.
Depending on your utility company or municipality, you may be eligible for additional solar incentives and programs. (Our technician will let you know what incentives/ programs you are eligible for).
Homeowner's Associations
Are you part of a homeowners association? Not to worry….British Columbia has great solar access laws. It is illegal for a homeowners association to prohibit the installation of solar on a homeowner’s roof.
Commercial Properties
There are just as many incentives available to commercial property owners. These incentives are tailored to business properties but aren’t as simplified as residential government incentives. That is where we come in. We help navigate you through the incentive acquisition process.
OUR SOLAR PANELS PERFORM IN ALL KINDS OF WEATHER IN OUR AREA
Sunny Weather
Sunny Weather
Sunny Weather
The more sun you have access to, the longer your panels work during the day. Your panels work best at converting energy when sun rays shine directly at them. The more energy you produce, the more excess you will be able to send back to the grid. Take advantage of the excess through your local utility company’s net metering program.
Rainy Weather
Sunny Weather
Sunny Weather
As the rain pours down, your panels will continue to be hard at work. Solar panels will work with reflected or partially blocked sun rays to keep your home powered. Your production is linked to the amount of clouds. Rain will have some effect on your production, but the rays will still penetrate through the rain. It may actually help kee
As the rain pours down, your panels will continue to be hard at work. Solar panels will work with reflected or partially blocked sun rays to keep your home powered. Your production is linked to the amount of clouds. Rain will have some effect on your production, but the rays will still penetrate through the rain. It may actually help keep your panels working efficiently as they wash away any dust, dirt and ash during the fire season.
Cloudy Weather
Sunny Weather
Snowy Weather
British Columbia, gets its share of cloudy days during the winter. It is a misconception that panels don’t work on cloudy days. The best way to know how much the clouds affect your system’s performance is to monitor your system on sunny days and compare. Your system may actually be more efficient without the excess heat. This is because
British Columbia, gets its share of cloudy days during the winter. It is a misconception that panels don’t work on cloudy days. The best way to know how much the clouds affect your system’s performance is to monitor your system on sunny days and compare. Your system may actually be more efficient without the excess heat. This is because solar systems prefer the cold! The sun’s rays are still able to penetrate through cloudy skies and keep your system running.
Snowy Weather
Invest In Your Home
Snowy Weather
Amazingly enough, even when covered in snow a solar system can still produce power! Scattered light filters through snow and reaches solar panels even when the snow cover is fairly heavy. Your solar panels may actual be more efficient in light snow. Cold weather helps them perform better, and usually snow slides right off. Power productio
Amazingly enough, even when covered in snow a solar system can still produce power! Scattered light filters through snow and reaches solar panels even when the snow cover is fairly heavy. Your solar panels may actual be more efficient in light snow. Cold weather helps them perform better, and usually snow slides right off. Power production may be reduced with heavier snowfall, but your system will still produce.
Save On Energy
Invest In Your Home
Invest In Your Home
Have you noticed that your utility bill has been steadily going up these past few years? An example is BC Hydro. This utility company services most areas in the British Columbia. They have increased their rates 3.5% in the this year and have been approved for another 3.5% increase next year.
As you can see, utility companies are increas
Have you noticed that your utility bill has been steadily going up these past few years? An example is BC Hydro. This utility company services most areas in the British Columbia. They have increased their rates 3.5% in the this year and have been approved for another 3.5% increase next year.
As you can see, utility companies are increasing their rates and will continue to do so. With it being a utility company you don’t have a choice of which utility company you get to use, but there are alternatives to offset your utility costs…..by going solar.
Invest In Your Home
Invest In Your Home
Invest In Your Home
Homes in British Columbia are quickly rising in value. A example, the average home in the Greater Vancover Area is valued at $1,150,400 (Aug 2025, MLS). Many homeowners reportedly go solar to invest in their home and keep up with the market. If you are looking to sell your home and say your neighbor has the exact same home for sale, the
Homes in British Columbia are quickly rising in value. A example, the average home in the Greater Vancover Area is valued at $1,150,400 (Aug 2025, MLS). Many homeowners reportedly go solar to invest in their home and keep up with the market. If you are looking to sell your home and say your neighbor has the exact same home for sale, the only difference between the two homes is your home has solar and your neighbor’s home does not, which home do you think will sell faster and maybe for more money? Probably the one that is producing its own electricity.
Is Solar a Good Fit?
Is Solar a Good Fit?
Is Solar a Good Fit?
You may have met our solar assessor that stopped by your home in an area that we service. He only introduces himself to homes that appear to be good candidates for solar. His aim is simple, to invite you to explore a free no-obligation design to see if solar makes sense for your home.
It pretty much comes down to going solar making sense
You may have met our solar assessor that stopped by your home in an area that we service. He only introduces himself to homes that appear to be good candidates for solar. His aim is simple, to invite you to explore a free no-obligation design to see if solar makes sense for your home.
It pretty much comes down to going solar making sense for your situation. If it makes sense…. great, a technician will explain what your specific options are to take advantage of the benefits of solar. For some reason, if after you met the technician, it doesn’t make sense at this time…. no problem, at least you now know what options are available to you.