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time to understand how solar energy works and what it could mean for your home. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/palmetto.com\/solar\/solar-panels-for-home\">guide to home solar panels<\/a> is a helpful place to start.<\/p><p>At Palmetto, we break down how solar installation works in Hickory, what it typically costs, and how to determine whether it&#8217;s the right fit for your home.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"palmetto-stats-cards-section\">\n        <h3 class=\"palmetto-stats-cards-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/palmetto.com\/local\/north-carolina\/\">NORTH CAROLINA<\/a> 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\">18th<\/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\">51<\/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\/\">5.1<\/a><\/span>\n            <span class=\"palmetto-stat-description\">Avg peak sun hours per day<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"palmetto-stat-card\">\n            <span class=\"palmetto-stat-number\"><a href=\"#solar-cost-calculator\">~$61k<\/a><\/span>\n            <span class=\"palmetto-stat-description\">Hickory average savings over 25 years<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<style>\n    .section-number {\n        color: var(--color-brand-primary-500);\n       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class=\"info-title\">Recommended<br\/>System<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"info-value\" id=\"leaseSystemSize\">8.19 kW<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"result-card\">\n                <div class=\"content-box\">\n                    <div class=\"result-header\">Your Monthly Payment<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"system-info-desc\">Estimated monthly cost with LightReach<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"lease-hero-price\">$<span id=\"leaseMonthly\">95<\/span><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\" id=\"leaseMonthlyBox\">$95\/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=\"home-size-selector\">\n            <div class=\"home-size-option home-size-sm\" data-size=\"small\">\n                <div class=\"checkbox-indicator\"><\/div>\n                <span class=\"home-size-label\">Small Home<\/span>\n                <span 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designed to offset approximately <strong>100%<\/strong> of the average electricity usage for a home of this size in North Carolina.\n                <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"info-box\">\n                <div class=\"info-title\">Recommended<br\/>System<\/div>\n                <div class=\"info-value\" id=\"systemSize\">8.19 kW<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\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\">$22970<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"cost-item\">\n                        <div 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They answered all questions and were willing to update on everything that was going on during the process. It&#8217;s been a couple of months now since we&#8217;ve had the system installed and can tell a huge difference in our <b>energy bill<\/b> already.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-info\">\n            <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-name\">Zachery Umphrey<\/div>\n            <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-location\">North Carolina, North Carolina<\/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>The whole experience, from the salesperson to the <b>installation team<\/b>, was outstanding. Usually, in my experience, once the sale is done, there&#8217;s not much communication. With Palmetto, that was not the case. The communication continued throughout making sure all my needs and questions were addressed. Everyone we encountered was professional, friendly, honest, and went out of their way to keep us informed and provide us with very helpful information. I would <b>recommend Palmetto<\/b> to anyone and everyone!!<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-info\">\n            <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-name\">Guy Santiago<\/div>\n            <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-location\">North Carolina, North Carolina<\/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>From beginning to end has been a smooth process. The price we were quoted is the price we got at the end of our <b>installation process<\/b>. The installation was done within one day by a local solar panel company that knows the state and local regulations for proper installation of solar panels. So far our system has passed all inspections, so we <b>recommend Palmetto<\/b> for your next <b>solar panel system<\/b>.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-info\">\n            <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-name\">Jeremy Brown<\/div>\n            <div class=\"palmetto-reviewer-location\">Greensboro, North Carolina<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <button class=\"palmetto-carousel-arrow palmetto-carousel-next\" aria-label=\"Next review\">\n        <svg width=\"48\" height=\"48\" viewBox=\"0 0 48 48\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n            <g clip-path=\"url(#clip0_232_1130)\">\n            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M35.065 27.5999C36.6058 25.8023 36.6058 22.1974 35.065 20.3999L20.2332 5.32058C18.265 3.59994 15.4778 3.07471 13.465 4.79994C11.4523 6.52517 11.2192 9.55541 12.9444 11.5682C12.9444 11.5682 23.065 22.7999 23.065 23.9999C23.065 25.1999 12.9444 36.4315 12.9444 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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\"> Hickory Electricity Prices<\/h2>\n                <p class=\"palmetto-section-intro\">          \n                    <p class=\"palmetto-section-intro\">Electricity costs in Hickory have been rising steadily. Here&#8217;s what the data shows \u2014 and why more homeowners are paying attention.<\/p> <p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">North Carolina electricity rates climbed from 11.3 cents per kWh in 2021 to 14.1 cents per kWh in 2024 \u2014 a nearly 25% increase in just three years. Hickory homeowners served by Duke Energy Progress have felt that shift directly in their monthly bills.<\/p> <p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Solar can help offset dependence on grid electricity. Hickory homeowners are increasingly exploring solar as a way to generate their own power at home and reduce exposure to future rate increases.<\/p> <p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">One of solar&#8217;s strongest long-term benefits is energy cost predictability. Homes in the Hickory area that produce their own solar energy are less affected by grid price swings \u2014 providing more stability over the life of the system.<\/p>\n                <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            \n            <div class=\"electricity-chart-container\">\n                <h3 class=\"chart-title\">Price of Energy: North Carolina 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>\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>\n    <!-- 2021 -->\n    <div class=\"year-column\">\n      <div class=\"bar-group\">\n        <div class=\"bar us-bar\" style=\"height: 45.67%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">13.7\u00a2<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"bar local-bar\" style=\"height: 37.67%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">11.3\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: 50.00%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">15.0\u00a2<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"bar local-bar\" style=\"height: 38.67%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">11.6\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: 53.33%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">16.0\u00a2<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"bar local-bar\" style=\"height: 43.00%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">12.9\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: 55.00%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">16.5\u00a2<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"bar local-bar\" style=\"height: 47.00%;\">\n          <span class=\"bar-label\">14.1\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\">North Carolina<\/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\">Hickory Area Utility Providers<\/h3>\n\n            <div class=\"palmetto-utilities-grid\">\n                <div class=\"palmetto-utilities-text\">\n                    <p class=\"palmetto-section-intro\">Hickory homeowners are primarily served by two electric utilities: Duke Energy and EnergyUnited. Based on 2023 data \u2014 the most recent available \u2014 both providers charge below the national average of 16.0\u00a2 per kWh.<\/p><p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Duke Energy came in at 11.9\u00a2\/kWh and EnergyUnited at 11.7\u00a2\/kWh in 2023. Both are also slightly below North Carolina&#8217;s state average of 12.9\u00a2\/kWh \u2014 meaning Hickory residents currently pay less than most Americans for electricity.<\/p><p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Even so, electricity prices in North Carolina have risen steadily in recent years. Solar installation in Hickory, NC can help homeowners lock in more predictable energy costs over time, reducing exposure to future rate increases.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"utilities-comparison\">\n                    <h3 class=\"chart-title\">Hickory Utilities Electricity Rates<\/h3>\n                    \n                    <div class=\"horizontal-chart\">\n  <div class=\"h-bar-row\">\n    <div class=\"h-bar-label\">Duke Energy<\/div>\n    <div class=\"h-bar-container\">\n      <div class=\"h-bar\" style=\"width: 74%;\">\n        <span class=\"h-bar-value\">11.90\u00a2<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"h-bar-comparison\">-26%<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"h-bar-row\">\n    <div class=\"h-bar-label\">EnergyUnited<\/div>\n    <div class=\"h-bar-container\">\n      <div class=\"h-bar\" style=\"width: 73%;\">\n        <span class=\"h-bar-value\">11.70\u00a2<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"h-bar-comparison\">-27%<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"h-bar-row\">\n    <div class=\"h-bar-label\">NC Average<\/div>\n    <div class=\"h-bar-container\">\n      <div class=\"h-bar\" style=\"width: 81%;\">\n        <span class=\"h-bar-value\">12.90\u00a2<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"h-bar-comparison\">-19%<\/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: 100%;\">\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  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credit is no longer available following recent federal legislation.<\/p><p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">Duke Energy programs like PowerPair and EnergyWise offer rebates and monthly bill credits for solar and battery storage installations. NC-RETS also allows Hickory solar owners to generate and sell Renewable Energy Certificates to help utilities meet state clean energy standards.<\/p><p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">For those considering a solar lease, Palmetto&#8217;s LightReach program claims the commercial tax credit and passes those savings through as lower monthly payments \u2014 simplifying the incentive landscape considerably.<\/p><\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\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>Duke Energy PowerPair Program<\/td>\n<td>Rebate<\/td>\n<td>Duke Energy offers a one-time rebate of up to $9,000 for residential customers who install a solar panel system paired with battery storage.<\/td>\n<td><a class=\"palmetto-button-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.duke-energy.com\/home\/products\/powerpair\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><span>Learn <\/span>More<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr><tr>\n<td>Duke Energy EnergyWise Home Battery Program (Virtual Power Plant)<\/td>\n<td>Rebate<\/td>\n<td>Duke Energy&#8217;s EnergyWise Home program allows battery storage owners to earn up to $92\/month (approximately $1,100\/year) in bill credits by enrolling in a virtual power plant.<\/td>\n<td><a class=\"palmetto-button-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.duke-energy.com\/home\/products\/energywise-home\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><span>Learn <\/span>More<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr><tr>\n<td>Duke Energy Net Metering \/ Net Metering Bridge (NMB) Policy<\/td>\n<td>Net Metering<\/td>\n<td>Duke Energy North Carolina solar customers receive bill credits for excess electricity sent to the grid, currently under the Net Metering Bridge (NMB) rider at a rate of $0.034\/kWh, with legacy net metering customers transitioning to NMB by December 31, 2026.<\/td>\n<td><a class=\"palmetto-button-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.duke-energy.com\/home\/billing\/rates\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><span>Learn <\/span>More<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr><tr>\n<td>EnergizeNC \/ Solar for All Grant Program<\/td>\n<td>Rebate<\/td>\n<td>EnergizeNC is a $156 million federally funded Solar for All grant program targeting low-to-moderate income North Carolina households for rooftop solar and battery storage \u2014 currently paused pending EPA review.<\/td>\n<td><a class=\"palmetto-button-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.energizenc.org\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><span>Learn <\/span>More<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr><tr>\n<td>NC Renewable Energy Income Tax Credit (RETC) \u2014 Commercial<\/td>\n<td>Tax Credit<\/td>\n<td>North Carolina offers a 35% state income tax credit on the cost of renewable energy property for commercial installations, with a maximum credit of $2.5 million per installation.<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr><tr>\n<td>NC-RETS Solar Renewable Energy Certificates (SRECs)<\/td>\n<td>SREC<\/td>\n<td>North Carolina solar system owners can register their systems with NC-RETS to generate and sell Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) to help utilities meet the state&#8217;s Renewable Portfolio Standard.<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n        \n\n    <div class=\"palmetto-incentives-accordions\">\n        <div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n<button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n<span class=\"accordion-title\">Duke Energy PowerPair 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>The Duke Energy PowerPair program provides a one-time rebate of up to $9,000 for Duke Energy customers in North Carolina who install a qualifying solar-plus-battery system. The rebate pays $0.36 per watt (up to 10 kW) for solar panels \u2014 up to $3,600 \u2014 and $400 per kWh (up to 13.5 kWh) for battery storage \u2014 up to $5,400. For example, a 7 kW solar system paired with a 13.5 kWh Tesla Powerwall would earn approximately $7,920 in rebates.<\/p><p>Availability is limited: Duke Energy Progress has already reached its capacity and is now operating a waitlist, while approximately one-third of Duke Energy Carolinas&#8217; capacity remains. The program is a three-year pilot covering a total of 60,000 kW of solar across both territories (enough for roughly 8,550 average-sized home installations). Applications open each year on May 10 through a four-week random selection window on the Duke Energy website.<\/p><p>To participate, your system must be installed by a Duke Energy-approved Trade Ally contractor, use equipment from the approved battery vendor list, and you must grant Duke Energy access to your system&#8217;s operational and performance data via a stable internet connection. Homeowners in Hickory on the Duke Energy Progress waitlist should monitor for openings, as spots may become available if some installations fall through.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n<button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n<span class=\"accordion-title\">Duke Energy EnergyWise Home Battery Program (Virtual Power Plant)<\/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>The Duke Energy EnergyWise Home program is a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) that rewards homeowners for allowing Duke Energy limited access to their home battery storage system. Enrolled customers can earn up to $92 per month \u2014 approximately $1,100 per year \u2014 in energy bill credits. Additionally, homeowners who enroll in the battery control program receive an extra $6.50 per kW of continuous discharge capacity each month (e.g., a battery with a 5 kW discharge rate earns an additional $32.50\/month).<\/p><p>Duke Energy will access your battery between 30 and 36 times per year to help manage grid demand. You will be notified before each event and can opt out up to four times per year while still remaining eligible for the full bill credits. The utility will never discharge your battery below 20% capacity, preserving your backup power reserve.<\/p><p>To be eligible, you must apply for interconnection, agree to participate for a minimum of one year, maintain a stable internet connection, and install an approved battery. Compatible batteries include models from Enphase, FranklinWH, SolarEdge, and Tesla. This program can be combined with the PowerPair rebate, making it a strong ongoing financial benefit for solar-plus-storage homeowners in Hickory.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n<button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n<span class=\"accordion-title\">Duke Energy Net Metering \/ Net Metering Bridge (NMB) Policy<\/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>Duke Energy residential solar customers in North Carolina are currently served under the Net Metering Bridge (NMB) rider. Under NMB, your solar system offsets your electricity usage in real-time during the day. Any excess electricity you export to the grid earns a credit at a reduced rate of $0.034 per kWh (3.4 cents\/kWh) \u2014 significantly lower than the full retail rate. These credits carry forward month-to-month and are settled monthly. Customers can remain on NMB for up to 15 years from their interconnection application date, after which they transition to the Residential Solar Choice (RSC) rider.<\/p><p>Customers who were on the legacy Rider NM (traditional 1-for-1 net metering) before October 1, 2023 may remain on that plan until December 31, 2026, at which point they will be automatically transitioned to Rider NMB. New solar customers interconnected after October 1, 2023 are placed directly on NMB. Monthly fixed charges apply: Duke Energy Progress customers pay a $28 minimum monthly charge plus $0.62\/kW of DC capacity per month; Duke Energy Carolinas customers pay a $22 minimum monthly charge plus $0.28\/kW of DC capacity per month.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n<button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n<span class=\"accordion-title\">EnergizeNC \/ Solar for All Grant 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>EnergizeNC is a $156 million Solar for All grant program awarded to North Carolina by the EPA in April 2024. Led by the NC Department of Environmental Quality&#8217;s State Energy Office in partnership with the NC Clean Energy Technology Center, NC Clean Energy Fund, and Advanced Energy, the program is designed to help low-to-moderate income and disadvantaged households access rooftop solar and, in limited cases, battery storage \u2014 with an average projected savings of 20% on electricity bills. The program also targets multifamily housing owned by nonprofits and public organizations, as well as community solar pilots.<\/p><p><strong>Important Notice:<\/strong> As of August 7, 2025, the EPA announced its intent to terminate the Solar for All program. The NC Department of Environmental Quality and its co-grantees have received and are reviewing a termination letter from the EPA. The program is currently paused. Homeowners in Hickory interested in this program should monitor the EnergizeNC website for updates on whether the program resumes following any legal challenges.<\/p><p>If the program resumes, it will prioritize households in low-income and disadvantaged communities, including those on state- and federally recognized Tribal lands. Participants would receive meaningful financial incentives to reduce the upfront cost of solar installation. For the latest status updates, visit the official EnergizeNC website at energizenc.org or the NC DEQ Solar for All page.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n<button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n<span class=\"accordion-title\">NC Renewable Energy Income Tax Credit (RETC) \u2014 Commercial<\/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>North Carolina&#8217;s Renewable Energy Income Tax Credit (RETC) provides a 35% state income tax credit on the cost of qualifying renewable energy property for commercial, industrial, and non-residential installations. The maximum credit is $2.5 million per installation, making it a significant incentive for businesses, nonprofits, and other non-residential entities investing in solar energy systems.<\/p><p>This credit applies to solar photovoltaic systems and other qualifying renewable energy technologies installed on commercial properties. It is separate from any federal commercial tax incentives and can be used in conjunction with other applicable programs such as bonus depreciation or the federal commercial Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which remains available for commercial projects that commence construction before applicable deadlines.<\/p><p>Businesses considering solar installations in Hickory should consult with a tax professional to understand how the RETC interacts with other state and federal tax obligations. For full program details, eligibility requirements, and application procedures, refer to the DSIRE database maintained by the NC Clean Energy Technology Center or consult the NC Department of Revenue.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n<button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n<span class=\"accordion-title\">NC-RETS Solar Renewable Energy Certificates (SRECs)<\/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>North Carolina operates the NC Renewable Energy Tracking System (NC-RETS), which issues Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) \u2014 sometimes called SRECs \u2014 to solar system owners. Each REC represents one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity generated from a renewable source. Utilities in North Carolina are required to meet a Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), and they can purchase RECs from solar owners to satisfy that requirement.<\/p><p>However, homeowners should be aware that the financial value of RECs in North Carolina is generally low. North Carolina&#8217;s RPS is not particularly aggressive, and the state accepts REC registrations from solar systems in any state, which increases the supply and suppresses prices. As a result, SRECs are unlikely to be a major source of income for most residential solar owners in NC compared to states with stronger RPS mandates.<\/p><p>Solar system owners in Hickory interested in participating in NC-RETS should register their system through the NC-RETS portal and work with a REC aggregator or broker to sell certificates. For the most current information on REC values and registration requirements, consult the DSIRE database or the NC Utilities Commission.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"palmetto-incentives-cta\">\n        <h3 class=\"cta-heading\">Ready to start saving with solar?<\/h3>\n        <p class=\"cta-description\">Speak with a Palmetto solar expert to find out exactly how much you can save with North Carolina 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: 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Understanding how seasons affect your solar system helps set realistic expectations for your investment.\n    <\/p>\n    <p class=\"palmetto-section-body\">\n        Hickory, NC enjoys mild winters and warm summers with around 213 sunny days per year\u2014well above the national average\u2014making it a strong candidate for solar energy production year-round.\n    <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"chart-wrapper\">\n    <div class=\"chart-container\">\n        <div class=\"chart-header\">\n        <h3 class=\"chart-title\">Solar Production in Hickory by Month<\/h3>\n        <div class=\"chart-controls\">\n            <label for=\"system-size\">System Size:<\/label>\n            <select id=\"system-size\" class=\"system-size-select\">\n            <option value=\"5\">5 kW<\/option>\n            <option value=\"7\">7 kW<\/option>\n            <option value=\"10\" selected>10 kW<\/option>\n            <\/select>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"chart-legend\">\n        <div class=\"legend-item\">\n            <span class=\"legend-color daylight-color\"><\/span>\n            <span class=\"legend-label\">Daylight Hours<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"legend-item\">\n            <span class=\"legend-color production-color\"><\/span>\n            <span class=\"legend-label\">Energy Production (kWh\/day)<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"chart-area\">\n        <canvas id=\"solar-chart\" height=\"400\"><\/canvas>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"chart-source\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pvwatts.nrel.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source: National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) PVWatts data; Hickory, NC<\/a><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"context-section\">\n    <h3 class=\"context-heading\">What Can Your Solar System Power?<\/h3>\n    \n    <div class=\"context-cards\">\n        <div class=\"context-card\">\n   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installation across the U.S. \u2014 and Hickory is part of the story. Explore the heatmap below to see which neighborhoods in your community have already made the switch to solar. Click any hexagon to see how many homes in that area have gone solar!\n    <\/p>\n    <div class=\"palmetto-map-wrapper\">\n    <iframe\n        src=\"https:\/\/palmettosolar.blob.core.windows.net\/maps\/hickory-nc-solar.html\"\n        title=\"Hickory Solar Installation Map\"\n        class=\"palmetto-map-iframe\">\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=\"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\">09<\/div>\n        <h2 class=\"palmetto-section-heading\">Leasing Solar Panels<\/h2>\n        <p>Hickory homeowners served by Duke Energy Progress or Duke Energy Carolinas have access to a solar lease through Palmetto&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/palmetto.com\/products\/lightreach\">LightReach program<\/a>. With a lease, you pay a fixed monthly amount \u2014 starting as low as $95\/month \u2014 while Palmetto owns and maintains the system. There&#8217;s no large upfront cost, no maintenance responsibility, and no worrying about repairs.<\/p><p>Compared to a cash purchase, a lease trades long-term ownership for simplicity and peace of mind. When you buy outright, you&#8217;re responsible for system maintenance, and the payback period in Hickory is roughly 11\u201312 years. With a lease, your savings start immediately \u2014 and Palmetto&#8217;s 90% Production Guarantee means your system is held to a performance standard. To understand the full comparison, <a href=\"https:\/\/palmetto.com\/solar-buy-or-lease\">Palmetto&#8217;s buy vs. lease guide<\/a> is a helpful resource.<\/p><p>It&#8217;s worth noting that PPAs are not currently available in Hickory \u2014 leasing is the alternative financing option here. 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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=\"Learn more about Palmetto&#039;s LightReach solar program\">Learn More<\/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\">10<\/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 solar make sense in Hickory?<\/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>For many Hickory homeowners, solar makes good sense. With <b>5.1 peak sun hours per day<\/b>, rising Duke Energy rates (up ~25% since 2021), and available incentives like the Duke Energy PowerPair rebate of up to $9,000, the conditions are favorable. A typical medium-sized home can save an estimated <b>$61,000 over 25 years<\/b>.<\/p><p>If upfront cost is a concern, <b>Palmetto&#8217;s LightReach solar lease<\/b> removes that barrier entirely \u2014 Hickory homeowners can go solar with <b>no money down<\/b> and start saving from day one, with payments starting as low as $95\/month.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"incentive-accordion\">\n        <button class=\"accordion-trigger\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-title\">Does Hickory have net metering?<\/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>Most Hickory homeowners are served by <b>Duke Energy Progress (DEP)<\/b>, which currently offers the <b>Net Metering Bridge Rider (NMB)<\/b> \u2014 a monthly net metering policy. Under NMB, any excess solar electricity you export to the grid is credited at <b>3.4 cents per kWh<\/b>, which is lower than the full retail rate. Credits settle monthly with no annual true-up.<\/p><p>Hickory homes served by <b>EnergyUnited<\/b> are not eligible for net metering \u2014 instead, they receive a net billing export credit at the avoided cost rate (approximately <b>3.3 cents\/kWh<\/b> in 2024), with credits settled monthly. The type of credit you receive depends on your utility provider.<\/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 Hickory?<\/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>Yes. <b>Solar panels can increase your home value in Hickory.<\/b> According to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zillow.com\/research\/solar-panels-house-sell-more-23798\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zillow study<\/a>, homes with solar panels sell for approximately <b>4.1% more<\/b> than comparable homes without them. On a $300,000 Hickory home, that&#8217;s roughly $12,300 in added value.<\/p><p>It&#8217;s worth noting that this benefit typically applies to <b>owned systems<\/b>, not leased ones. If you purchase your solar system outright, that added equity becomes part of your home&#8217;s market value when you sell.<\/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 Hickory?<\/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>The most accessible way for Hickory homeowners to go solar is through <b>Palmetto&#8217;s LightReach lease<\/b> \u2014 with <b>no upfront cost<\/b> and a fixed monthly payment starting as low as <b>$95\/month<\/b>. Palmetto owns and maintains the system, so there&#8217;s nothing to manage.<\/p><p>For those who prefer to own their system outright, a cash purchase is available. Note that following the Big Beautiful Bill, the federal 30% residential solar tax credit is no longer available. Use the <b>solar cost calculator above<\/b> to see specific pricing for your home size.<\/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            <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion-content\">\n            <p>For many Hickory homeowners, solar can be worth it financially \u2014 especially with a lease. With <b>Palmetto&#8217;s LightReach program<\/b>, your monthly payment is typically <b>less than your current Duke Energy bill<\/b>, meaning you can start saving from day one with <b>no upfront investment required<\/b>.<\/p><p>For those who purchase outright, a typical Hickory home saves an estimated <b>$61,000 over 25 years<\/b>, with a payback period of roughly 11\u201312 years. With electricity rates up ~25% since 2021, locking in a predictable energy cost makes solar a financially sound option for many households.<\/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 Hickory?<\/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><b>Palmetto<\/b> is a leading solar installation company serving Hickory, NC homeowners. We&#8217;ve completed <b>2,076 installations across North Carolina since 2020<\/b>, backed by a trusted local install network and some of the best financing options in the industry \u2014 including our <b>LightReach lease<\/b> with no upfront cost and payments starting at $95\/month.<\/p><p>As a national company with a local focus, we understand what Hickory homeowners need \u2014 from navigating Duke Energy programs to finding the right system size for your home. Our customers rate us highly for communication, transparency, and long-term support.<\/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 Hickory, NC?<\/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>With Palmetto&#8217;s <b>LightReach lease<\/b>, Hickory homeowners pay one simple monthly payment that covers the system, installation, monitoring, maintenance, and a <b>90% Production Guarantee<\/b> \u2014 with <b>no upfront cost<\/b>. For a typical 8.19 kW system, the estimated monthly payment is approximately <b>$95\/month<\/b>.<\/p><p>Because Palmetto owns the system, it claims the <b>commercial Investment Tax Credit (ITC)<\/b> and passes those savings to you through lower monthly payments. Since the lease payment is typically less than your current Duke Energy bill, most Hickory homeowners start saving from day one.<\/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 solar make sense in Hickory?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"<p>For many Hickory homeowners, solar makes good sense. 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