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Professional solar installation serving New Bedford and surrounding Massachusetts communities. Local expertise, proven results.
$150
Avg. Electric Bill/mo
$350,000
Avg. Home Value
101,079
Population
New Bedford ranks among the best locations in Massachusetts for going solar. Rated Very Good for solar potential, New Bedford residents paying $150/month in electricity stand to save substantially by switching to NuWatt Energy solar systems.
Key Massachusetts incentives available to New Bedford homeowners include: SMART Program, Net Metering, 15% State Tax Credit, Property Tax Exemption, Sales Tax Exemption. The SMART Program is currently valued at $0.06-0.12/kWh.
With average home values of $350,000, New Bedford properties gain additional equity from solar. NuWatt's dedicated Massachusetts installation teams are available within 24-48 hours and back every system with a 25-year comprehensive warranty.
New Bedford has excellent conditions for solar energy production.
New Bedford's location provides excellent sun exposure for solar energy production throughout the year.
With average bills of $150/month, solar provides significant monthly savings for New Bedford residents.
Solar adds value to New Bedford homes with average values of $350,000 while reducing energy costs.
Understanding your utility is key to maximizing solar savings.
Residential Rate
33¢/kWh
17¢ above the national average of 16¢
Net Metering
Available
Full retail credit for residential systems up to 25 kW under Schedule Z
What a typical New Bedford homeowner can expect from solar.
3.8 kW
Recommended System
$12,198
Est. Cost After Incentives
6.8 yrs
Payback Period
$65,692
25-Year Savings
Based on New Bedford average electric bill of $150/mo at 33¢/kWh. 10 panels, 3.8 kW system. Includes $152 in Massachusetts incentives.
From first call to power-on, here's your timeline.
Site assessment, system design, and savings estimate for your New Bedford home.
1-2 days
Engineering design and permits through the City/Town Building Department.
10-15 business days
Certified crews install your panels and electrical equipment.
1-3 days
City inspection and Eversource interconnection approval.
2-4 weeks after install
NuWatt handles all permitting and utility coordination — you don't have to call anyone.
New Bedford homeowners can take advantage of these Massachusetts incentives.
Get paid monthly for every kWh your system produces for 10 years.
Receive full retail credit for excess energy sent to the grid.
Deduct 15% of system cost (up to $1,000) from your state taxes.
Solar adds value to your home but won't increase your property taxes.
Full-service solar installation and support for New Bedford homeowners.
Custom solar systems for New Bedford homes of all sizes.
Backup power for outages and energy independence.
Home EV charging powered by your solar system.
Industry-leading protection for your investment.
Local expertise and national resources for the best solar experience.
Local Massachusetts Teams
Installers who live and work in your community.
24-48 Hour Response
Fast service calls for New Bedford customers.
Incentive Experts
We maximize every Massachusetts incentive available.
1,200+ Massachusetts Installations
Proven track record across Massachusetts.
Your Project, Our Responsibility
We manage every step — design, installation, and service. One point of contact.
See how much you can save with solar in New Bedford. Free quote, no obligation.
Solar costs in New Bedford vary based on system size and your home's characteristics. With average electric bills of $150/month, most New Bedford homeowners see significant savings. Contact us for a free customized quote.
New Bedford residents can access Massachusetts incentives including: SMART Program, Net Metering, 15% State Tax Credit, Property Tax Exemption, Sales Tax Exemption. Our team helps you maximize every available incentive.
Yes! New Bedford has Very Good solar potential. Combined with high electric rates and available incentives, solar is an excellent investment for New Bedford homeowners.
Physical installation typically takes 1-3 days. The full process from contract to activation takes 4-8 weeks, depending on New Bedford permitting and utility interconnection timelines.
New Bedford is served by Eversource. The current average residential rate is approximately 33¢/kWh, which is 17¢ above the national average of 16¢. This makes solar an effective way to lock in lower energy costs for 25+ years.
Solar installations in New Bedford require a building permit from the City/Town Building Department, typically taking 10-15 business days. NuWatt handles all permitting and utility interconnection paperwork on your behalf — you don't need to visit any offices.
Join your New Bedford neighbors who've made the switch to solar with NuWatt Energy.