Maryland is a strong state for residential solar. Between BGE, Pepco, and Potomac Edison rates climbing for a decade straight, a decent net metering rule, and real state-level incentives, most Maryland homeowners can come out ahead if the math is done honestly.
Is solar worth it in Maryland?
Usually yes, sometimes no. Four factors decide it.
- Your utility bill. BGE, Pepco, and Potomac Edison rates are among the highest in the region. High bills = faster payback.
- Your roof. South or west, minimal shade, 10+ years of life left.
- Time horizon. Moving soon? A PPA can still work, ownership might not.
- Finance option. Cash, loan, or Third Party Ownership PPA.
Read our honest breakdown for Maryland.
How much does solar cost in Maryland?
Cost depends on system size, roof complexity, and whether you own or go Third Party Ownership. A PPA has zero money down and a per-kWh rate. A purchase or loan has a known total. We run your numbers against your actual utility bill during the Reality Check.
Full cost breakdown for Maryland homeowners.
Maryland solar incentives
Maryland has real incentives: the Residential Clean Energy Rebate (subject to annual funding), net metering with BGE, Pepco, and Potomac Edison, and an SREC market. Specifics shift year to year, so we walk through what is currently available when you ask for a quote.
Maryland incentives, plainly explained.
How Maryland net metering works
Net metering lets you export excess solar to BGE, Pepco, or Potomac Edison and get bill credit for it. Run the meter backward when you overproduce, use the credit in winter. The rule has specifics worth knowing and they differ slightly by utility.
Choosing a Maryland solar company
Same five questions apply: salaried or commissioned reps, more than one path on the table, production guarantee, willingness to tell you no, and clean transfer on home sale. Ask them.