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<a href=\"#solar-cost-calculator\" class=\"palmetto-toc-link\">Solar Cost Calculator<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n        <li class=\"palmetto-toc-item\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-toc-number\">03<\/span>\n            <a href=\"#palmetto-reviews\" class=\"palmetto-toc-link\">Maine Reviews<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n        <li class=\"palmetto-toc-item\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-toc-number\">04<\/span>\n            <a href=\"#key-takeaways\" class=\"palmetto-toc-link\">Key Takeaways<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n        <li class=\"palmetto-toc-item\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-toc-number\">05<\/span>\n            <a href=\"#local-electricity-prices\" class=\"palmetto-toc-link\">Maine Electricity Prices<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n        <li class=\"palmetto-toc-item\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-toc-number\">06<\/span>\n            <a href=\"#solar-incentives\" class=\"palmetto-toc-link\">Maine Solar Incentives<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n        <li class=\"palmetto-toc-item\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-toc-number\">07<\/span>\n            <a href=\"#solar-production\" class=\"palmetto-toc-link\">Maine Solar Production<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n        <li class=\"palmetto-toc-item\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-toc-number\">08<\/span>\n            <a href=\"#solar-installations\" class=\"palmetto-toc-link\">Solar Installations in Maine<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n        <li class=\"palmetto-toc-item\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-toc-number\">09<\/span>\n            <a href=\"#installer-guide\" class=\"palmetto-toc-link\">Choosing an Installer<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n        <li class=\"palmetto-toc-item\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-toc-number\">10<\/span>\n            <a href=\"#leasing-section\" class=\"palmetto-toc-link\">Leasing Solar Panels<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n        <li class=\"palmetto-toc-item\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-toc-number\">11<\/span>\n            <a href=\"#faq-section\" class=\"palmetto-toc-link\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ol>\n    <\/div>`\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"palmetto-location-bottom-band\">\n\n<div class=\"palmetto-location-authors\">\n<div class=\"palmetto-author-avatars\">\n    <div class=\"palmetto-author-avatar\">\n    <img src=\"https:\/\/palmettosolar.blob.core.windows.net\/editors\/nathan-healy-128.webp\" alt=\"Nathan Healy\" width=\"64\" height=\"64\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\">\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"palmetto-author-details\">\n    <div>Certified by <span class=\"palmetto-author-name\">Nathan Healy<\/span><\/div>\n    <div>Updated: October 2026<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"palmetto-trust-badge\">\n<div class=\"palmetto-trust-badge-icon\">\n    <svg width=\"64\" height=\"64\" viewBox=\"0 0 64 64\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <g clip-path=\"url(#clip0_164_5)\">\n    <path d=\"M32 64C49.6731 64 64 49.6731 64 32C64 14.3269 49.6731 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figure out whether it actually pencils out for their home, roof, and budget. With energy prices climbing and the federal incentive landscape shifting, his focus is simple: give people a straight, honest answer instead of a sales pitch.<\/p>\n        <p>He reviews Palmetto&rsquo;s local solar guides so the costs, incentives, and utility details on this page reflect what&rsquo;s really happening in your area.<br><b>He believes in solar so much, that he had Palmetto install solar on his own parents&rsquo; house, the home he grew up in.<\/b><\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"solar-in-maine\" class=\"palmetto-stats-section\">\n<div class=\"palmetto-stats-container\">\n    <div class=\"palmetto-stats-layout\">\n    \n    <div class=\"palmetto-stats-content\">\n        <div class=\"section-number\">01<\/div>\n        <h2 class=\"palmetto-stats-heading\">Solar in Maine<\/h2>\n        <div class=\"palmetto-stats-text\">\n            <p>Exploring solar installation in Maine? Residential electricity rates are 23.89 cents per kWh, making it useful to understand how solar panels work and whether your home is a good fit.<\/p><p>Roof condition, shade, snow, and seasonal sunlight can all shape system design. Read our <a href=\"https:\/\/palmetto.com\/solar\/solar-panels-for-home\">guide to home solar panels<\/a>, then learn what Maine homeowners should know about solar panel installation.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"palmetto-stats-cards-section\">\n        <h3 class=\"palmetto-stats-cards-heading\">MAINE by the Numbers<\/h3>        \n        <div class=\"palmetto-stats-cards-grid\">\n        <div class=\"palmetto-stat-card\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-stat-number\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eia.gov\/electricity\/data\/eia861\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">38th<\/a><\/span>\n            <span class=\"palmetto-stat-description\">Most residential solar in the United States<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"palmetto-stat-card\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-stat-number\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eia.gov\/electricity\/data\/eia861\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">11k<\/a><\/span>\n            <span class=\"palmetto-stat-description\">Households have installed solar panels<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"palmetto-stat-card\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-stat-number\"><a href=\"https:\/\/palmetto.com\/local\/peak-sun-hours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">4.5<\/a><\/span>\n            <span class=\"palmetto-stat-description\">Average daily peak sun hours<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"palmetto-stat-card\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-stat-number\"><a href=\"#solar-cost-calculator\">~$98k<\/a><\/span>\n            <span class=\"palmetto-stat-description\">Maine average savings over 25 years<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<style>\n    .section-number {\n        color: var(--color-brand-primary-500);\n        font-family: var(--font-family-brand);\n        font-weight: var(--font-weight-bold);\n        font-size: var(--size-font-xl);\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-stats-section {\n        color: var(--color-text-black);\n        padding-top: var(--size-spacing-4xl);\n        padding-bottom: var(--size-spacing-4xl);\n        width: 100%;\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-stats-section p a, .palmetto-stats-section h3 a { \n        color: var(--color-brand-secondary-500);\n    }\n\n\n    .palmetto-stats-container {\n        max-width: 1200px;\n        margin: 0 auto;\n        padding: 0 var(--size-spacing-xl);\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-stats-layout {\n        display: flex;\n        flex-wrap: wrap;\n        gap: var(--size-spacing-xl);\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-stats-content {\n        flex: 1;\n        max-width: 600px;\n        min-width: 300px;\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-stats-heading {\n        font-family: var(--font-family-brand);\n        font-size: var(--size-font-3xl);\n        font-weight: var(--font-weight-bold);\n        margin: 0px 0px var(--size-spacing-lg) 0px;\n        color: var(--color-text-black);\n        line-height: 1;\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-stats-text {\n        font-size: var(--size-font-md);\n        line-height: 1.6;\n        padding-right: var(--size-spacing-xl);\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-stats-text p {\n        margin-bottom: var(--size-spacing-md);\n        padding-right: var(--size-spacing-lg);\n    }\n\n\n    .palmetto-cta-button, .cta-button {\n        display: inline-block;\n        background-color: var(--color-brand-primary-500);\n        color: var(--color-text-white);\n        font-family: var(--font-family-brand);\n        font-weight: var(--font-weight-medium);\n        text-decoration: none;\n        padding: var(--size-spacing-sm) var(--size-spacing-lg);\n        border-radius: var(--size-border-radius-md);\n        margin-top: var(--size-spacing-md);\n        transition: all .2s cubic-bezier(.4,0,.2,1);\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-cta-button:hover, .cta-button:hover {\n        background-color: var(--color-brand-primary-dark);\n        border-radius:32px;\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-stats-cards-section {\n        flex: 1;\n        min-width: 300px;\n        max-width: 500px;\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-stats-cards-heading {\n        font-family: var(--font-family-brand);\n        font-size: var(--size-font-md);\n        font-weight: var(--font-weight-bold);\n        letter-spacing: 1px;\n        margin-bottom: var(--size-spacing-md);\n        color: var(--color-text-black);\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-stats-cards-grid {\n        display: grid;\n        grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr);\n        gap: var(--size-spacing-md);\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-stat-card {\n        background-color: #323A25;\n        border-radius: var(--size-border-radius-md);\n        padding: var(--size-spacing-xl);\n        display: flex;\n        flex-direction: column;\n        justify-content: center;\n        text-align: center;\n    }\n\n    .palmetto-stat-card:first-of-type, .palmetto-stat-card:last-of-type { \n        background-color: var(--color-brand-greengrey); 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The default view shows a LightReach lease\u2019s monthly payment, with no upfront cost; Palmetto owns and maintains the system, with a 90% Production Guarantee and comprehensive protection. Compare a cash purchase, too.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"calculator-content\">\n\n    <!-- Toggle Bar -->\n    <div class=\"calc-toggle\">\n        <div class=\"calc-toggle-track\">\n            <button class=\"calc-toggle-btn active\" data-target=\"lease\">Lease<\/button>\n            <button class=\"calc-toggle-btn\" data-target=\"cash\">Cash Purchase<\/button>\n            <div class=\"calc-toggle-slider\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- LEASE PANEL (default visible) -->\n    <div class=\"lease-panel\">\n        <div class=\"results-grid\">\n\n            <div class=\"result-card\">\n                <div class=\"content-box\">\n                    <div class=\"result-header\">System Size<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"system-info-desc\">\n                        This system size is designed to offset approximately <strong>100%<\/strong> of the average electricity usage for a home in Maine.\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"info-box\">\n                    <div class=\"info-title\">Recommended<br\/>System<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"info-value\">8.50 kW<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"info-desc\">Typical for your home size in ME<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"result-card\">\n                <div class=\"content-box\">\n                    <div class=\"result-header\">Your Monthly Payment<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"system-info-desc\">Estimated monthly cost with LightReach<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"lease-hero-price\">$128<span class=\"lease-hero-unit\">\/mo<\/span><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"info-box\">\n                    <div class=\"info-title\">As low as<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"info-value\">$128\/mo<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"result-card\">\n                <div class=\"content-box\">\n                    <div class=\"result-header\">Why Lease Solar?<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"tax-credit-callout\">\n                        Following the 2025 Big Beautiful Bill, the federal 30% solar tax credit is no longer available for cash purchases. With a LightReach lease, Palmetto owns the system and still qualifies for the commercial ITC &mdash; passing those savings through to you via lower monthly payments.\n                    <\/div>\n                    <ul class=\"lease-benefits\">\n                        <li>No upfront investment<\/li>\n                        <li>Palmetto handles all maintenance<\/li>\n                        <li>90% Production Guarantee<\/li>\n                        <li>Comprehensive protection program included<\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- CASH PANEL (hidden by default) -->\n    <div class=\"cash-panel\" style=\"display:none;\">\n        <div class=\"results-grid\">\n\n            <div class=\"result-card\">\n                <div class=\"content-box\">\n                    <div class=\"result-header\">System Size<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"system-info-desc\">\n                        This system size is designed to offset approximately <strong>100%<\/strong> of the average electricity usage for a home in Maine.\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"info-box\">\n                    <div class=\"info-title\">Recommended<br\/>System<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"info-value\">8.50 kW<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"info-desc\">Typical for your home size in ME<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"result-card\">\n                <div class=\"content-box\">\n                    <div class=\"result-header\">Cost Breakdown<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"system-info-desc\">Your estimated investment<\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"cost-item\">\n                        <div class=\"cost-label\">System Cost<\/div>\n                        <div class=\"cost-value\" id=\"systemCost\">$27,148<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"cost-item\">\n                        <div class=\"cost-label\">Cost Per Watt<\/div>\n                        <div class=\"cost-value\">$3.19\/W<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    \n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"info-box\">\n                    <div class=\"info-title\">Final<br\/>Cost<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"info-value\" id=\"finalCost\">$27,148<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"result-card\">\n                <div class=\"content-box\">\n                    <div class=\"result-header\">Savings<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"system-info-desc\">\n                        Your total financial benefit\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"savings-item\">\n                        <div class=\"savings-info\">\n                            <div class=\"savings-label\">Monthly Savings<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"savings-desc\">Average utility bill reduction<\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"savings-value\" id=\"monthlySavings\">$223<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"savings-item\">\n                        <div class=\"savings-info\">\n                            <div class=\"savings-label\">Payback Period<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"savings-desc\">Break-even point<\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"savings-value\" id=\"paybackPeriod\">9.0 years<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"info-box\">\n                    <div class=\"info-title\">25-Year<br\/>Savings<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"info-value\" id=\"lifetimeSavings\">$97,675<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"cta-container\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/luminance.palmetto.com\/home\/buy-solar\/step-1?utm_source=localorganic\" class=\"cta-button\" id=\"getQuoteBtn\">Get Your Personalized Quote<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"calculator-footer\">\n        <p>Based on Palmetto Solar installations in Maine. Current electricity rate: 23.9&cent;\/kWh. Assumes 100% credit of retail rate.<\/p>\n    <p class=\"calc-methodology\">How we calculate: system sizes come from 196 Palmetto and LightReach installations in Maine completed between March 2024 and June 2026, median system 8.5 kW. Costs are estimated with a per-watt pricing model for Maine, not individual contract prices. Electricity rates are the Maine residential average from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024, the latest annual figures). 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The crew was professional, neat and on time. Job was completed in one day with no issues. They answered all our questions and let us know what the next steps (inspection) would be. So far we&#8217;re very happy and would definitely recommend Palmetto.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-info\">\n            <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-name\">Catherine Sergi<\/div>\n            <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-location\">New Bedford, Massachusetts<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"palmetto-review-slide\">\n        <div class=\"palmetto-review-stars\">\n            <svg class=\"palmetto-star-icon\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n            <path d=\"M12 2L15.09 8.26L22 9.27L17 14.14L18.18 21.02L12 17.77L5.82 21.02L7 14.14L2 9.27L8.91 8.26L12 2Z\"\/>\n            <\/svg>\n            <svg class=\"palmetto-star-icon\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n            <path d=\"M12 2L15.09 8.26L22 9.27L17 14.14L18.18 21.02L12 17.77L5.82 21.02L7 14.14L2 9.27L8.91 8.26L12 2Z\"\/>\n            <\/svg>\n            <svg class=\"palmetto-star-icon\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n            <path d=\"M12 2L15.09 8.26L22 9.27L17 14.14L18.18 21.02L12 17.77L5.82 21.02L7 14.14L2 9.27L8.91 8.26L12 2Z\"\/>\n            <\/svg>\n            <svg class=\"palmetto-star-icon\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n            <path d=\"M12 2L15.09 8.26L22 9.27L17 14.14L18.18 21.02L12 17.77L5.82 21.02L7 14.14L2 9.27L8.91 8.26L12 2Z\"\/>\n            <\/svg>\n            <svg class=\"palmetto-star-icon\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n            <path d=\"M12 2L15.09 8.26L22 9.27L17 14.14L18.18 21.02L12 17.77L5.82 21.02L7 14.14L2 9.27L8.91 8.26L12 2Z\"\/>\n            <\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"palmetto-review-content\">\n            <p>My experience with Palmetto Solar has been great. 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I was responded within a more than reasonable timeframe when I had questions and it was explained well to me how the change from electricity to solar will affect my light bill.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-info\">\n            <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-name\">Hans Saint-Eloi Cadely<\/div>\n            <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-location\">Warwick, Rhode Island<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"palmetto-review-slide\">\n        <div class=\"palmetto-review-stars\">\n            <svg class=\"palmetto-star-icon\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n            <path d=\"M12 2L15.09 8.26L22 9.27L17 14.14L18.18 21.02L12 17.77L5.82 21.02L7 14.14L2 9.27L8.91 8.26L12 2Z\"\/>\n            <\/svg>\n            <svg class=\"palmetto-star-icon\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n            <path d=\"M12 2L15.09 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   <span class=\"takeaway-highlight\">Maine solar output changes with the seasons<\/span>\u2014long summer days can boost production, while short winter days, clouds, and snow can reduce it.    \n    <\/li>\n        \n    <li class=\"takeaway-item\">\n        <span class=\"takeaway-highlight\">Maine incentives may include utility-bill credits and a property-tax exemption<\/span>, but eligibility and savings depend on program rules and local assessments.\n    <\/li>\n    \n    <li class=\"takeaway-item\">\n        <span class=\"takeaway-highlight\">A LightReach lease has no upfront cost<\/span>; Palmetto owns and maintains the system, with a 90% Production Guarantee and comprehensive protection program.\n    <\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<style>\n    .takeaways-section {\n        background-color: var(--color-background-secondary);\n        padding: 60px 0;\n        width: 100%;\n    }\n\n    .takeaways-container {\n        max-width: 1200px;\n        margin: 0 auto;\n     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<\/div>\n    <div class=\"heat-pump-cta\" style=\"text-align:center; padding:2rem 1rem 0;\">\n        <p style=\"color:#fff; font-size:1.1rem; margin:0 0 0.75rem;\">\n            Looking for information on our new Heat Pump offering?\n        <\/p>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/palmetto.com\/heat-pumps\/maine\/\" style=\"display:inline-block; background:#fff; color:#1a1a1a; padding:0.75rem 2rem; border-radius:6px; text-decoration:none; font-weight:600;\" aria-label=\"Explore Maine heat pump installation options\">Explore Maine Heat Pumps<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<style>\n.cities-section {\n  background-color: #323A25;\n  padding: 4rem 0;\n  width: 100%;\n  position: relative;\n}\n\n.cities-section::before {\n  content: '';\n  position: absolute;\n  top: 0;\n  left: 0;\n  right: 0;\n  bottom: 0;\n  background-size: cover;\n  background-position: center;\n  opacity: 0.09;\n  z-index: 0;\n}\n\n.cities-container {\n  max-width: 1200px;\n  margin: 0 auto;\n  padding: 0 1.5rem;\n  position: relative;\n  z-index: 1;\n}\n\n.cities-heading {\n    font-family: var(--font-family-brand);\n    font-size: 2.25rem;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    color: #ffffff;\n    margin-bottom: 1rem;\n    text-align: center;\n}\n\n.cities-description {\n  font-size: 1.1rem;\n  color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.9);\n  text-align: center;\n  max-width: 800px;\n  margin: 0 auto 3rem;\n  line-height: 1.5;\n}\n\n.cities-grid {\n  display: grid;\n  grid-template-columns: repeat(4, 1fr);\n  gap: 1.5rem;\n}\n\n.city-card {\n  background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.1);\n  border-radius: 10px;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  color: #ffffff;\n  transition: transform 0.3s ease, background-color 0.3s ease;\n  overflow: hidden;\n  position: relative;\n  height: 100px;\n  display: block;\n}\n\n.city-card:hover {\n  transform: translateY(-5px);\n  background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.2);\n}\n\n.city-card::before {\n  content: '';\n  position: absolute;\n  bottom: 0;\n  left: 0;\n  width: 100%;\n  height: 3px;\n  background-color: var(--color-brand-primary-500);\n  transform: scaleX(0);\n  transform-origin: right;\n  transition: transform 0.3s ease;\n}\n\n.city-card:hover::before {\n  transform: scaleX(1);\n  transform-origin: left;\n}\n\n.city-card-inner {\n  display: flex;\n  flex-direction: column;\n  justify-content: center;\n  align-items: center;\n  height: 100%;\n  padding: 1.5rem;\n  text-align: center;\n}\n\n.city-name {\n    font-family: var(--font-family-brand);\n    font-size: 1.25rem;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    color: #ffffff;\n    margin: 0;\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 992px) {\n  .cities-grid {\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(3, 1fr);\n  }\n  \n  .cities-heading {\n    font-size: 1.75rem;\n  }\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .cities-section {\n    padding: 3rem 0;\n  }\n  \n  .cities-grid {\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr);\n    gap: 1rem;\n  }\n  \n  .city-card {\n    height: 90px;\n  }\n  \n  .cities-heading {\n    font-size: 1.5rem;\n  }\n  \n  .cities-description {\n    font-size: 1rem;\n    margin-bottom: 2rem;\n  }\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 480px) {\n  .cities-section {\n    padding: 2rem 0;\n  }\n  \n  .city-card {\n    height: 80px;\n  }\n  \n  .city-name {\n    font-size: 1rem;\n  }\n  \n  .city-card-inner {\n    padding: 1rem;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<section id=\"local-electricity-prices\" class=\"palmetto-electricity-section\">\n<div class=\"palmetto-section-container\">\n    <div class=\"palmetto-electricity-content\">\n        <div class=\"palmetto-electricity-grid\">\n            <div class=\"palmetto-electricity-text\">\n                <div class=\"section-number\">05<\/div>\n                <h2 class=\"palmetto-section-heading\"> Maine Electricity Prices<\/h2>\n                <p class=\"palmetto-section-intro\">          \n                    <p class=\"palmetto-section-intro\">Maine electricity rates have fluctuated and remain above the national average. Here\u2019s what that could mean for homeowners considering solar.<\/p>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Maine\u2019s residential electricity rate rose from 17.0 cents per kilowatt-hour in 2021 to 27.4 cents in 2023, then fell to 23.9 cents in 2024. That remained above the 2024 U.S. average of 16.5 cents.<\/p>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Solar panels can generate electricity at home and reduce the amount homeowners need to buy from the utility, potentially helping manage changing rates. Savings depend on system size, household electricity use, and available sunlight.<\/p>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">A LightReach lease lets homeowners lock in a low fixed monthly rate for solar with no upfront investment, helping limit exposure to rising utility costs. Palmetto owns and maintains the system, with a 90% Production Guarantee and comprehensive protection program.<\/p>\n                <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            \n            <div class=\"electricity-chart-container\">\n                <h3 class=\"chart-title\">Price of Energy: Maine vs National Average<\/h3>\n\n                <div class=\"bar-chart-container\">\n  <div class=\"y-axis\">\n    <div class=\"y-label\">0\u00a2<\/div>\n    <div class=\"y-label\">10\u00a2<\/div>\n    <div class=\"y-label\">20\u00a2<\/div>\n    <div class=\"y-label\">30\u00a2<\/div>\n    <div class=\"y-label\">40\u00a2<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"chart-area\">\n    <div class=\"grid-lines\">\n      <div class=\"grid-line\"><\/div>\n      <div class=\"grid-line\"><\/div>\n      <div class=\"grid-line\"><\/div>\n      <div class=\"grid-line\"><\/div>\n      <div class=\"grid-line\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <!-- 2021 -->\n    <div class=\"year-column\">\n      <div class=\"bar-group\">\n        <div class=\"bar us-bar\" style=\"height: 34.25%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">13.7\u00a2<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"bar local-bar\" style=\"height: 42.50%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">17.0\u00a2<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <!-- 2022 -->\n    <div class=\"year-column\">\n      <div class=\"bar-group\">\n        <div class=\"bar us-bar\" style=\"height: 37.50%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">15.0\u00a2<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"bar local-bar\" style=\"height: 56.00%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">22.4\u00a2<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <!-- 2023 -->\n    <div class=\"year-column\">\n      <div class=\"bar-group\">\n        <div class=\"bar us-bar\" style=\"height: 40.00%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">16.0\u00a2<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"bar local-bar\" style=\"height: 68.50%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">27.4\u00a2<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <!-- 2024 -->\n    <div class=\"year-column\">\n      <div class=\"bar-group\">\n        <div class=\"bar us-bar\" style=\"height: 41.25%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">16.5\u00a2<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"bar local-bar\" style=\"height: 59.75%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">23.9\u00a2<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x-axis\">\n  <div class=\"year-label\">2021<\/div>\n  <div class=\"year-label\">2022<\/div>\n  <div class=\"year-label\">2023<\/div>\n  <div class=\"year-label\">2024<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"chart-legend\">\n  <div class=\"legend-item\">\n    <span class=\"legend-color us-color\"><\/span>\n    <span class=\"legend-label\">US Average<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"legend-item\">\n    <span class=\"legend-color local-color\"><\/span>\n    <span class=\"legend-label\">Maine<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"chart-source\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eia.gov\/electricity\/data\/eia861\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Energy Information Administration, Form 861<\/a><\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      \n        <div class=\"palmetto-utilities-section\">\n            <h3 class=\"palmetto-section-subheading\">Maine Area Utility Providers<\/h3>\n\n            <div class=\"palmetto-utilities-grid\">\n                <div class=\"palmetto-utilities-text\">\n                    <p class=\"palmetto-section-intro\">Maine utility customers paid an average 27.40\u00a2 per kWh in 2023, versus the national average of 16.0\u00a2. The supplied figures do not include individual providers or utility rates, so they give statewide\u2014not provider-by-provider\u2014context.<\/p>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Maine\u2019s 2023 average was higher than the national figure. Because provider-level rates are missing, this comparison cannot show which utility is above or below the state average or explain the reasons for differences.<\/p>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Electricity rates are one factor in evaluating solar panel installation. A system can supply some household electricity; comparing expected production with utility use and charges can help assess its potential value. Results vary by home.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"utilities-comparison\">\n                    <h3 class=\"chart-title\">Maine Utilities Electricity Rates<\/h3>\n                    \n                    <div class=\"horizontal-chart\">\n  <div class=\"h-bar-row\">\n    <div class=\"h-bar-label\">ME Average<\/div>\n    <div class=\"h-bar-container\">\n      <div class=\"h-bar\" style=\"width: 100%;\">\n        <span class=\"h-bar-value\">27.40\u00a2<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"h-bar-comparison\">+71%<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"h-bar-row\">\n    <div class=\"h-bar-label\">US Average<\/div>\n    <div class=\"h-bar-container\">\n      <div class=\"h-bar us-h-bar\" style=\"width: 58%;\">\n        <span class=\"h-bar-value\">16.0\u00a2<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"h-bar-comparison\">\u2014<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                    \n                    <div class=\"chart-source\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eia.gov\/electricity\/sales_revenue_price\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source: US Energy Information Administration, 2023, Form 861, Table 6<\/a><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<style>\n.palmetto-electricity-section {\n    padding: 4rem 0;\n    width: 100%;\n    background-color: var(--color-brand-green);\n}\n\n.palmetto-section-container {\n    max-width: 1200px;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n    padding: 0 1.5rem;\n}\n\n.palmetto-electricity-grid, \n.palmetto-utilities-grid {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;\n    gap: 80px;\n    margin-bottom: 3rem;\n}\n\n.palmetto-section-intro {\n    font-size: 20px;\n    font-weight: normal;\n    color: var(--color-text-black);\n    margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\n    line-height: 1.3;\n}\n\n.palmetto-section-body {\n    font-size: 1rem;\n    color: var(--color-text-black);\n    margin-bottom: 1rem;\n    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height: 100%;\n    justify-content: center;\n    gap: 8px;\n    align-items: flex-end;\n}\n\n.bar {\n    width: 30px;\n    border-radius: 8px 8px 0 0;\n    position: relative;\n    transition: height 1s ease-out;\n}\n\n.us-bar {\n    background: #d1d5db;\n}\n\n.local-bar {\n    background: #7754C4;\n}\n\n.bar-label {\n    position: absolute;\n    top: -20px;\n    left: 50%;\n    transform: translateX(-50%);\n    font-size: 0.75rem;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    color: #44474b;\n    white-space: nowrap;\n}\n\n\n.horizontal-chart {\n    margin: 1.5rem 0;\n    flex-shrink: 0;\n}\n\n.h-bar-row {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: 100px 1fr 60px;\n    gap: 1rem;\n    margin-bottom: 1rem;\n    align-items: center;\n}\n\n.h-bar-row:last-child {\n    margin-bottom: 0;\n}\n\n.h-bar-label {\n    text-align: right;\n    font-size: 0.875rem;\n    font-weight: 500;\n    color: #44474b;\n}\n\n.h-bar-container {\n    height: 30px;\n    background: #f3f4f5;\n    border-radius:0 8px 8px 0;\n 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{\n    padding: 0 0 0 38px;\n}\n\n.bar {\n    width: 20px;\n}\n\n.chart-legend {\n    flex-direction: column;\n    align-items: center;\n    gap: 1rem;\n}\n\n.h-bar-row {\n    grid-template-columns: 80px 1fr 50px;\n    gap: 0.75rem;\n}\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 480px) {\n.chart-title {\n    font-size: 1rem;\n}\n\n.bar-chart-container {\n    height: 220px;\n    margin: 1rem 0 0 0;\n}\n\n.y-axis {\n    width: 25px;\n    padding-right: 6px;\n}\n\n.y-label {\n    font-size: 0.65rem;\n}\n\n.electricity-chart-container .x-axis {\n    padding: 0 0 0 31px;\n}\n\n.bar {\n    width: 15px;\n}\n\n.bar-label {\n    font-size: 0.7rem;\n}\n\n.year-label {\n    margin: 0;\n    padding: 0;\n    font-size: 0.75rem;\n}\n\n.h-bar-row {\n    grid-template-columns: 70px 1fr 45px;\n}\n\n.h-bar-value {\n    font-size: 0.75rem;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<script>\ndocument.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {\n\/\/ Animate vertical bars\nconst bars = document.querySelectorAll('.bar');\nbars.forEach(bar => {\n    const originalHeight = bar.style.height;\n    bar.style.height = '0%';\n    \n    setTimeout(() => {\n    bar.style.height = originalHeight;\n    }, 300);\n});\n\n\/\/ Animate horizontal bars\nconst hBars = document.querySelectorAll('.h-bar');\nhBars.forEach(bar => {\n    const originalWidth = bar.style.width;\n    bar.style.width = '0%';\n    \n    setTimeout(() => {\n    bar.style.width = originalWidth;\n    }, 300);\n});\n});\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"solar-incentives\" class=\"palmetto-incentives-section\">\n<div class=\"palmetto-section-container\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"palmetto-incentives-content\">\n    <div class=\"palmetto-incentives-hero\">\n        <div class=\"palmetto-incentives-intro\">\n        <div class=\"section-number\">06<\/div>\n        <h2 class=\"palmetto-section-heading\">Maine Solar Incentives<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"palmetto-section-intro\"><p class=\"palmetto-section-intro\">Maine homeowners may qualify for state and utility incentives that help offset solar costs. Explore <a href=\"#incentives-table\" class=\"palmetto-incentives-text-link\">solar incentives in Maine<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Net Energy Billing customers may receive grid-export credits under program rules and applicable arrangements. Qualifying solar equipment may be property-tax exempt under statutory conditions and local assessment; eligible grid-connected batteries may receive partner-determined peak-event payments, not guaranteed by Efficiency Maine.<\/p>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Federal 30% residential tax credit eliminated; state\/local incentives remain. LightReach lease: Palmetto handles commercial ITC, passes savings via lower monthly payments, owns\/maintains systems, with 90% Production Guarantee and comprehensive protection program.<\/p><\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div id=\"incentives-table\" class=\"palmetto-incentives-table-container\">\n        <table class=\"palmetto-incentives-table\">\n        <thead>\n            <tr>\n            <th>Incentive<\/th>\n            <th>Type<\/th>\n            <th>Description<\/th>\n            <th>Source<\/th>\n            <\/tr>\n        <\/thead>\n        <tbody>\n            <tr>\n <td>Maine Net Energy Billing (NEB)<\/td>\n <td>Net Billing \/ Utility Bill Credits<\/td>\n <td>Eligible Maine solar customers can receive utility-bill credits for electricity sent to the grid, subject to program rules, project eligibility, and the customer\u2019s applicable NEB arrangement.<\/td>\n <td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/mpuc\/regulated-utilities\/electricity\/neb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"palmetto-button-link\"><span>Learn&nbsp;<\/span>More<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n<tr>\n <td>Maine Renewable-Energy Equipment Property-Tax Exemption<\/td>\n <td>Property Tax Exemption<\/td>\n <td>Qualifying solar energy equipment may be exempt from property taxation, reducing the assessed taxable value attributable to the equipment; eligibility and savings depend on statutory conditions and local assessment.<\/td>\n <td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/revenue\/tax-return-forms\/property-tax\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"palmetto-button-link\"><span>Learn&nbsp;<\/span>More<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n<tr>\n <td>Efficiency Maine Small Battery Program<\/td>\n <td>Performance-Based Battery Payment<\/td>\n <td>Participating Maine battery customers may receive partner-determined payments for allowing an eligible, grid-connected battery to discharge during peak-demand events; payment amounts and terms are not guaranteed by Efficiency Maine.<\/td>\n <td><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"palmetto-incentives-accordions\">\n        <div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n        <button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-title\">Maine Net Energy Billing (NEB)<\/span>\n        <span class=\"accordion-icon\">\n        <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion-content\">\n<p>Maine\u2019s Net Energy Billing (NEB) program can reduce eligible customers\u2019 electric bills through credits for renewable electricity sent to the grid. Under the kWh Credit Program, eligible credits offset electricity use on a one-for-one kilowatt-hour basis, and unused credits generally expire after 12 months. It is bill compensation, not an upfront rebate or a guaranteed cash payment.<\/p><p>Customer-side rooftop solar can still be eligible, but participation depends on the utility, project, interconnection, and applicable program rules. Since January 1, 2026, utilities generally may not enter new NEB agreements for qualifying resources interconnected or planned on the utility side of a customer\u2019s meter; this is not a blanket repeal for rooftop systems. Confirm the applicable arrangement and credit treatment with the utility and Maine Public Utilities Commission before investing.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n        <button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-title\">Maine Renewable-Energy Equipment Property-Tax Exemption<\/span>\n        <span class=\"accordion-icon\">\n        <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion-content\">\n<p>Maine provides a property-tax exemption for qualifying solar energy equipment. The benefit is a reduction in the taxable value attributable to eligible equipment\u2014not a cash rebate or income-tax credit\u2014so the dollar savings depend on the local assessment and property-tax rate.<\/p><p>To claim the exemption, file the applicable application with the local assessor by April 1 of the first tax year for which you seek it. Eligibility can depend on how the system is classified and how its electricity is used or credited; statutory rules for certain solar equipment became more restrictive for property-tax years beginning on or after April 1, 2025. Do not assume a standalone battery qualifies; ask the assessor about the specific system and review the current state requirements.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n        <button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-title\">Efficiency Maine Small Battery Program<\/span>\n        <span class=\"accordion-icon\">\n        <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion-content\">\n<p>This program offers a performance-based opportunity for an eligible home battery to support the grid during peak-demand events. Efficiency Maine pays participating program partners based on average battery discharge; the current program notice describes a partner incentive of $200 per average kW discharged per year. The amount, if any, passed on to a customer depends on the partner, battery, and participation agreement, and is not guaranteed by Efficiency Maine.<\/p><p>Customers enroll through a participating manufacturer or program partner rather than applying directly to Efficiency Maine. A Maine utility account and a grid-interconnected battery that meets program requirements are needed; solar panels are not required. Dispatch events are typically three hours, customers may opt out, and missed or opted-out events can lower the performance average used to calculate payment. Check current partner availability and contract terms before enrolling.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"palmetto-incentives-cta\">\n        <h3 class=\"cta-heading\">Ready to go solar with no money down?<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"cta-description\">Speak with a Palmetto solar expert about LightReach leasing and Maine incentives.<\/p>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/luminance.palmetto.com\/home\/buy-solar\/step-1?utm_source=localorganic\" class=\"palmetto-button-primary-quote\">Get a Free Quote<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<style>\n.palmetto-incentives-section {\npadding: 4rem 0;\nwidth: 100%;\n}\n\n.palmetto-incentives-section p a {\ncolor: var(--color-brand-secondary-500);\n}\n\n.palmetto-section-container {\nmax-width: 1200px;\nmargin: 0 auto;\npadding: 0 1.5rem;\n}\n\n.palmetto-incentives-hero {\nmargin-bottom: 3rem;\n}\n\n.palmetto-incentives-text-link {\ntext-decoration: underline;\nfont-weight: 500;\ntransition: opacity 0.2s 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'true' : 'false');\n    });\n});\n});\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"solar-production\" class=\"palmetto-section solar-production-section\">\n<div class=\"palmetto-container\">\n    <div class=\"section-number\">07<\/div>\n    <h2 class=\"palmetto-section-heading\">Maine Solar Irradiance<\/h2>\n    \n    <div class=\"section-intro\">\n      <p class=\"palmetto-section-intro\">\n        Solar panel production varies throughout the year based on daylight hours, weather patterns, and sun intensity. Maine\u2019s long summer days boost solar output, while short winter days, clouds, and snow can reduce it. Despite weather anecdotes, the right system can still produce useful power year-round.\n      <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"palmetto-map-wrapper\">\n      <iframe\n        src=\"https:\/\/palmettosolar.blob.core.windows.net\/irradiance\/maine.html\"\n        title=\"Maine Solar Irradiance Map\"\n        class=\"palmetto-map-iframe\"\n        loading=\"lazy\">\n      <\/iframe>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"context-section\">\n      <h3 class=\"context-heading\">What Can the Average Maine Solar System Power?<\/h3>\n    \n      <div class=\"context-cards\">\n        <div class=\"context-card\">\n          <h4 class=\"card-title\">Summer Production (July)<\/h4>\n          <div class=\"production-value\" id=\"summer-production\">45.8 kWh\/day<\/div>\n          <div class=\"card-divider\"><\/div>\n          <div class=\"card-content\">\n            <p>In July, your <span class=\"system-size-text\">10 kW<\/span> system could power:<\/p>\n            <ul class=\"benefit-list\" id=\"summer-benefits\">\n              <li><strong>3.6 average Maine homes<\/strong> (15 kWh\/day per home)<\/li>\n              <li><span class=\"or-text\">or<\/span> Run central AC for <strong>18 hours<\/strong> AND power all other appliances<\/li>\n              <li><span class=\"or-text\">or<\/span> Fully charge <strong>5.4 Tesla Model 3<\/strong> electric vehicles<\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"context-card\">\n          <h4 class=\"card-title\">Winter Production (December)<\/h4>\n          <div class=\"production-value\" id=\"winter-production\">19.8 kWh\/day<\/div>\n          <div class=\"card-divider\"><\/div>\n          <div class=\"card-content\">\n            <p>In December, your <span class=\"system-size-text\">10 kW<\/span> system could power:<\/p>\n            <ul class=\"benefit-list\" id=\"winter-benefits\">\n              <li><strong>2 average Maine homes<\/strong> (15 kWh\/day per home)<\/li>\n              <li><span class=\"or-text\">or<\/span> Keep your home heating system running for <strong>15 hours<\/strong><\/li>\n              <li><span class=\"or-text\">or<\/span> Fully charge <strong>3 Tesla Model 3<\/strong> electric vehicles<\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"context-card\">\n          <h4 class=\"card-title\">Annual Production<\/h4>\n          <div class=\"production-value\" id=\"annual-production\">13193 kWh\/year<\/div>\n          <div class=\"card-divider\"><\/div>\n          <div class=\"card-content\">\n            <p>Over a year, your <span class=\"system-size-text\">10 kW<\/span> system could:<\/p>\n            <ul class=\"benefit-list\" id=\"annual-benefits\">\n              <li><strong>Offset 10 tons<\/strong> of carbon dioxide emissions<\/li>\n              <li><span class=\"or-text\">or<\/span> Equal the environmental benefit of <strong>planting 175 trees<\/strong><\/li>\n              <li><span class=\"or-text\">or<\/span> Save approximately <strong>$4,234<\/strong> in electricity costs<\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"palmetto-incentives-cta solar\">\n    <h3 class=\"cta-heading\">See how affordable solar leasing can be for your home<\/h3>\n    <p class=\"cta-description\">Get a personalized LightReach quote based on your home, energy usage, and roof \u2014 no upfront cost required.<\/p>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/luminance.palmetto.com\/home\/buy-solar\/step-1?utm_source=localorganic\" class=\"cta-button\">Get My Custom Estimate<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<style>\n\n.palmetto-incentives-cta.solar {\nbackground-image: url(\"https:\/\/palmetto.com\/local\/wp-content\/uploads\/cta-banner-bg-couple.jpg\");\npadding:100px 20px;\n}\n\n.palmetto-incentives-cta.solar h3{ max-width: 955px; 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Explore the hexagons to see how many installations are in each area and discover the neighborhoods and communities where your neighbors have made the switch to solar.\n    <\/p>\n    <div class=\"palmetto-map-wrapper\">\n    <iframe\n        src=\"https:\/\/palmettosolar.blob.core.windows.net\/maps\/maine-me-solar.html\"\n        title=\"Maine Solar Installation Map\"\n        class=\"palmetto-map-iframe\"\n        loading=\"lazy\">\n    <\/iframe>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n\n.palmetto-map-section {\npadding-top: var(--size-spacing-4xl);\npadding-bottom: var(--size-spacing-4xl);\nwidth: 100%;\nbackground-color: var(--color-brand-green);\n}\n\n.palmetto-map-container {\nmax-width: 1200px;\nmargin: 0 auto;\npadding: 0 var(--size-spacing-lg);\n}\n\n.palmetto-section-heading, .palmetto-map-container .palmetto-section-heading {\nfont-family: var(--font-family-brand);\nfont-size: var(--size-font-3xl);\nfont-weight: var(--font-weight-bold);\ncolor: var(--color-text-black);\nmargin: 0 0px var(--size-spacing-lg) 0px;\nline-height: 1;\ndisplay: flex;\nalign-items: center;\ngap: var(--size-spacing-sm);\n}\n\n.section-number {\ncolor: var(--color-brand-primary-500);\nfont-weight: 700;\nfont-family: var(--font-family-body);\n}\n\n.palmetto-map-description {\nfont-family: var(--asset-fonts-body);\nfont-size: var(--size-font-md);\nline-height: var(--size-line-height-text);\ncolor: var(--color-text-black);\nmax-width: 1200px;\nmargin-bottom: var(--size-spacing-lg);\n}\n\n.palmetto-map-wrapper {\nposition: relative;\nwidth: 100%;\nheight: 0;\npadding-bottom: 42%;\nborder-radius: var(--size-border-radius-lg, 1rem);\noverflow: hidden;\nbackground-color: var(--color-background-secondary);\n}\n\n.palmetto-map-iframe {\nposition: absolute;\ntop: 0;\nleft: 0;\nwidth: 100%;\nheight: 100%;\nborder: none;\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 992px) {\n.palmetto-section-heading, .palmetto-map-container .palmetto-section-heading {\n    font-size: var(--size-font-2xl);\n}\n.palmetto-map-wrapper {\n    padding-bottom: 56%;\n}\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n.palmetto-map-section {\n    padding-top: var(--size-spacing-xl);\n    padding-bottom: var(--size-spacing-xl);\n}\n.palmetto-map-container {\n    padding: 0 var(--size-spacing-md);\n}\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 576px) {\n.palmetto-section-heading {\n}\n.palmetto-map-description {\n    font-size: var(--size-font-sm);\n}\n.palmetto-map-wrapper {\n    padding-bottom: 140%;\n    border-radius: var(--size-border-radius-md);\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"installer-guide\" class=\"installer-guide-section palmetto-incentives-section\">\n<div class=\"palmetto-section-container\">\n    <div class=\"section-number\">09<\/div>\n    <h2 class=\"palmetto-section-heading\">How to Choose a Solar Installer in Maine<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"installer-guide-body\">\n    <h3>Verify the license<\/h3>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Maine did not have a general state license for home-improvement or solar contractors in 2026. However, a complete photovoltaic installation is generally electrical work and must be performed by an electrician licensed by the Maine Electricians\u2019 Examining Board. Racking and mounting alone are not electrical installation. Ask who will perform the electrical work, then check that electrician\u2019s license through the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/pfr\/professionallicensing\/professions\/electricians\/online-services\">Board\u2019s online services<\/a>. Confirm who is responsible for the work if the installer uses subcontractors.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Look for certified installers<\/h3>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Ask whether the people designing and installing your system hold relevant NABCEP certifications, and use <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nabcep.org\/\">NABCEP\u2019s website<\/a> to learn about its credentials. Certification can help you assess training and qualifications, but it is not a substitute for the required electrician license or a careful review of the contract. Ask about manufacturer-specific certifications, too: they may reflect training or authorization for particular equipment, but do not by themselves guarantee workmanship. Get the installer to explain what each credential covers.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Compare quotes the same way<\/h3>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Request written proposals with the same scope and compare the details side by side:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>System size:<\/strong> capacity in kilowatts (kW), and price per watt calculated on a consistent basis.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Equipment:<\/strong> panel and inverter brands and models.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Production:<\/strong> estimated electricity generation in kilowatt-hours per year (kWh\/year), plus the assumptions behind the estimate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Warranties:<\/strong> panel product and performance, inverter, installer workmanship, and roof penetrations. Check the length, coverage, and who handles a claim.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Project responsibilities:<\/strong> who obtains permits and manages utility interconnection, and what is excluded from the price.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Payment:<\/strong> total cost or monthly payment, any escalator, and the terms that affect what you pay over time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">As context\u2014not a Maine-wide benchmark\u2014Palmetto reports a median installed system of 8.5 kW and about 100 days from signing to installation. Ask every bidder for a project-specific size and schedule.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Permits, interconnection and your HOA<\/h3>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Start by asking your municipality\u2019s building official or code-enforcement office whether your project needs a building permit; requirements depend on the municipality and project. Electrical permitting and inspection generally follow the state framework, but a municipality with its own electrical inspector may handle them, and Maine has exceptions for some single-family-dwelling work. Confirm the route with the Board or local inspector. You or your installer will also work with your serving utility\u2014Central Maine Power Co, Versant Power, or Eastern Maine Electric Coop\u2014on interconnection under MPUC Chapter 324.<\/p>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Maine generally bars covered legal instruments, including HOA rules, from prohibiting solar devices on residential property you own. The law covers instruments adopted or created after September 30, 2009, allows certain reasonable safety or building-protection restrictions, and permits prohibitions on common-ownership property or condominium common elements. Ask the installer and association about any applicable restrictions early.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Red flags<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Pressure to sign the same day or claims that the offer will disappear immediately.<\/li>\n<li>No clear answer about who will do the electrical work or whether that electrician is Maine-licensed. An out-of-state crew is not automatically a problem, but verify its Maine-licensed electrician and project oversight.<\/li>\n<li>Vague production estimates, a large upfront deposit, or unclear payment and warranty terms.<\/li>\n<li>Promises of a federal homeowner tax credit for a 2026 purchase; homeowner credits ended December 31, 2025.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Palmetto is one installer you can include in your comparison, with a lease option through LightReach.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<style>\n.installer-guide-body h3 { font-size: var(--size-font-lg, 1.25rem); margin: 1.75rem 0 .5rem; }\n.installer-guide-body ul { margin: .5rem 0 1rem 1.25rem; }\n.installer-guide-body li { margin-bottom: .4rem; }\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"leasing-section\" class=\"leasing-solar-section\">\n<div class=\"leasing-container\">\n    <div class=\"leasing-content\">\n    <div class=\"leasing-text-column\">\n        <div class=\"section-number\">10<\/div>\n        <h2 class=\"palmetto-section-heading\">Go Solar with LightReach \u2014 No Upfront Cost<\/h2>\n        <p>In Maine, Palmetto offers a solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to eligible customers of both Central Maine Power and Versant Power. With a PPA, you pay a set price per kilowatt-hour (kWh) of solar electricity produced, rather than a fixed monthly lease payment. Because production changes with the seasons, PPA charges can vary month to month. Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/palmetto.com\/solar-buy-or-lease\">buying versus leasing solar<\/a>.<\/p><p>A PPA can make solar accessible without paying the full system cost upfront. Unlike a cash purchase, where you own the equipment and arrange for maintenance, a LightReach plan is designed, installed, maintained, and serviced by Palmetto Finance, which owns the system. The plan includes project management and a comprehensive protection program.<\/p><p>LightReach also includes a 90% Production Guarantee: if panels fall short of the guarantee, Palmetto credits the difference. See details about the <a href=\"https:\/\/palmetto.com\/products\/lightreach\">LightReach energy plan<\/a>. 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without the investment<\/h3>\n        \n        <p>\n        With LightReach, there are no investment costs to recoup, loan payments to manage, or maintenance needs to take on. As soon as your panels are active, your solar savings are too!\n        <\/p>\n        \n        <a href=\"https:\/\/palmetto.com\/products\/lightreach\" class=\"cta-button light\" aria-label=\"Explore Palmetto&#039;s LightReach solar leasing program\">Explore LightReach Leasing<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<style>\n\n.cta-button.light {\nbackground: #ECF0E4;\ncolor:var(--color-brand-primary-500);\n} \n\n.cta-button.light:hover {\nbackground: #fff;\n}\n\n.leasing-solar-section {\npadding: 60px 0;\ncolor:var(--color-text-black);\nwidth: 100%;\n}\n\n.leasing-container {\nmax-width: 1200px;\nmargin: 0 auto;\npadding: 0 24px;\n}\n\n.leasing-container .palmetto-section-heading-dark {\nmargin: var(--size-spacing-sm) 0px var(--size-spacing-lg) 0px;\n}\n\n.leasing-content {\ndisplay: grid;\ngrid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;\ngap:50px;\n}\n\n.leasing-text-column {\nflex: 1;\nmargin-right: 30px;\n}\n\n.leasing-text-column p {\nfont-size: 16px;\nline-height: 1.6;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\n.leasing-text-column a {\ncolor:var(--color-brand-secondary-500);\ntext-decoration: underline;\n}\n\n.lightreach-card {\nflex: 0 0 420px;\nbackground-color: var(--color-brand-primary-500);\ntext-align: center;\nborder-radius: 16px;\npadding: 50px;\n}\n\n\n.lightreach-logo {\nmargin-bottom: 20px;\n}\n\n.lightreach-logo svg {\nwidth: auto;\nmax-width: 100%;\n}\n\n.lightreach-card h3 {\nfont-family: var(--font-family-brand);\nfont-size: 32px;\nfont-weight: 700;\ncolor: white;\nmargin-bottom: 20px;\nline-height: 1.2;\n}\n\n.lightreach-card p {\nfont-size: 16px;\nline-height: 1.6;\nmargin-bottom: 30px;\npadding:0 20px;\ncolor: white;\n}\n\n.lightreach-button {\nfont-family: var(--font-family-brand);\ndisplay: inline-block;\nbackground-color: #00a741;\ncolor: white;\nfont-weight: 500;\ntext-decoration: none;\npadding: 12px 24px;\nborder-radius: 4px;\ntransition: all .2s cubic-bezier(.4,0,.2,1);\n}\n\n.lightreach-button:hover {\nbackground-color: #008d36;\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 992px) {\n.leasing-content {\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n}\n\n.leasing-text-column {\n    margin-right: 0;\n}\n\n.lightreach-card {\n    max-width: 100%;\n    flex: none;\n}\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 576px) {\n.leasing-solar-section {\n    padding: 40px 0;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"faq-section\" class=\"faq-section palmetto-incentives-section\">\n<div class=\"palmetto-section-container\">\n    <div class=\"section-number\">11<\/div>\n    <h2 class=\"palmetto-section-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n    \n    <div class=\"palmetto-incentives-accordions\">\n        <div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n        <button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-title\">Does Maine have net metering?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"accordion-icon\">\n            <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M4 6L8 10L12 6\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion-content\">\n            <p><b>Yes. Maine has a Net Energy Billing (NEB) program<\/b> that can credit eligible customers\u2019 bills for renewable electricity sent to the grid. Under the kWh Credit Program, credits can offset electricity use one-for-one by kilowatt-hour; unused credits generally expire after 12 months. These are bill credits, not an upfront rebate or guaranteed cash payment.<\/p><p>Customer-side rooftop solar may qualify, depending on the utility, project, interconnection, and program rules. Since January 1, 2026, limits on new agreements for certain utility-side resources do not amount to a blanket repeal for rooftop solar. Check your utility and the Maine Public Utilities Commission for the rules that apply to your installation.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n        <button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-title\">Do solar panels increase your home value in Maine?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"accordion-icon\">\n            <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M4 6L8 10L12 6\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion-content\">\n            <p><b>Yes, owned solar panels may increase a Maine home\u2019s value.<\/b> Zillow\u2019s study found homes with solar panels sold for about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zillow.com\/research\/solar-panels-house-sell-more-23798\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4.1% more<\/a> on average, though that national estimate is not a guarantee for an individual Maine home.<\/p>\n<p>The value effect applies to systems the homeowner owns, not leased or third-party-owned (TPO) systems. A leased system may affect resale differently because the buyer may need to assume the lease agreement. Roof condition, system performance, and local buyer demand also matter.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n        <button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-title\">How much does it cost to go solar in Maine?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"accordion-icon\">\n            <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M4 6L8 10L12 6\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion-content\">\n            <p>In Maine, a <b>LightReach lease<\/b> can start at an estimated <b>$128 per month with no upfront cost<\/b> for a typical 8.5 kW system. Palmetto owns and maintains the system, and the plan includes a 90% Production Guarantee and comprehensive protection. Actual payments depend on your home and system; see the calculator above for pricing details.<\/p><p>A cash purchase is another option: the calculator estimates <b>$27,148<\/b> for a typical 8.5 kW system. The federal 30% tax credit is no longer available for residential cash purchases following the 2025 federal law change.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n        <button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-title\">How does leasing solar work and what&#8217;s the approximate cost in Maine?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"accordion-icon\">\n            <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M4 6L8 10L12 6\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion-content\">\n            <p>With a solar lease, you use a system Palmetto owns instead of buying it. LightReach has no upfront cost; one monthly payment covers panels, installation, monitoring, maintenance, and comprehensive protection, including a 90% Production Guarantee. A typical 8.50-kW Maine system is estimated at $128\/month, based on 1,029 kWh\/kW\/year production and a $0.175\/kWh rate.<\/p><p>Palmetto claims the commercial 30% federal ITC and passes savings through in lower payments. Payments are typically below current electric bills, so savings may start day one.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n        <button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-title\">Is solar worth it financially?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"accordion-icon\">\n            <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M4 6L8 10L12 6\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion-content\">\n            <p><b>Solar can be financially worthwhile in Maine<\/b> when the cost of solar is lower than the electricity it offsets. With LightReach, there\u2019s no upfront investment, and homeowners can start saving immediately because the monthly lease payment is typically less than their current electricity bill.<\/p><p>Actual savings depend on your home\u2019s energy use, roof, solar production, utility charges, and available bill credits. Palmetto owns and maintains the leased system, which includes a 90% Production Guarantee and comprehensive protection program.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n        <button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-title\">What&#8217;s the best solar company in Maine?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"accordion-icon\">\n            <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M4 6L8 10L12 6\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion-content\">\n            <p><b>Palmetto Solar is a solar installation option for Maine homeowners<\/b>, combining national experience with an installation network serving local communities. The best fit depends on your roof\u2019s condition and shade, seasonal sunlight and snow exposure, system design, installation support, and financing terms.<\/p><p>Our LightReach lease has no upfront cost; we own and maintain the system and include a 90% Production Guarantee and comprehensive protection program. Compare the proposed system and contract details with your home\u2019s needs before deciding.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n        <button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-title\">Do solar panels require maintenance in Maine?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"accordion-icon\">\n            <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M4 6L8 10L12 6\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion-content\">\n            <p><b>Solar panels are low maintenance in Maine.<\/b> Rain often helps wash away light dirt, and snow usually melts or slides off; avoid climbing onto the roof to clear it. Check your system\u2019s production periodically and contact a qualified professional if you notice a problem.<\/p><p>With LightReach, Palmetto owns the system and handles maintenance, monitoring, and repairs at no extra cost. The plan also includes a <b>90% Production Guarantee<\/b>.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Does Maine have net metering?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"<p><b>Yes. Maine has a Net Energy Billing (NEB) program<\/b> that can credit eligible customers\\u2019 bills for renewable electricity sent to the grid. Under the kWh Credit Program, credits can offset electricity use one-for-one by kilowatt-hour; unused credits generally expire after 12 months. 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Compare the proposed system and contract details with your home\\u2019s needs before deciding.<\/p>\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Do solar panels require maintenance in Maine?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"<p><b>Solar panels are low maintenance in Maine.<\/b> Rain often helps wash away light dirt, and snow usually melts or slides off; avoid climbing onto the roof to clear it. Check your system\\u2019s production periodically and contact a qualified professional if you notice a problem.<\/p><p>With LightReach, Palmetto owns the system and handles maintenance, monitoring, and repairs at no extra cost. 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