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Professional solar installation serving Princeton and surrounding New Jersey communities. Local expertise, proven results.
$195
Avg. Electric Bill/mo
$985,000
Avg. Home Value
31,822
Population
Looking for solar in Princeton? NuWatt Energy serves Princeton and the greater New Jersey region with custom-designed solar systems. The city's Excellent solar potential combined with electric bills averaging $195/month creates an outstanding opportunity for long-term savings.
New Jersey offers generous solar incentives that Princeton residents can take advantage of, including: Successor Solar Incentive (SuSI), Net Metering, Sales Tax Exemption, Property Tax Exemption. The Successor Solar Incentive (SuSI) alone is worth $85-100/MWh.
Solar installations also boost property values in Princeton, where homes average $985,000. NuWatt provides 25-year warranties and maintains local New Jersey crews for rapid 24-48 hour service response.
Princeton has excellent conditions for solar energy production.
Princeton's location provides excellent sun exposure for solar energy production throughout the year.
With average bills of $195/month, solar provides significant monthly savings for Princeton residents.
Solar adds value to Princeton homes with average values of $985,000 while reducing energy costs.
Understanding your utility is key to maximizing solar savings.
Residential Rate
23¢/kWh
7¢ above the national average of 16¢
Net Metering
Available
Full retail credit plus Successor Solar Incentive (SuSI) TRECs worth ~$90/MWh
What a typical Princeton homeowner can expect from solar.
7 kW
Recommended System
$15,652
Est. Cost After Incentives
6.7 yrs
Payback Period
$85,332
25-Year Savings
Based on Princeton average electric bill of $195/mo at 23¢/kWh. 18 panels, 7 kW system. Includes $6,300 in New Jersey incentives.
From first call to power-on, here's your timeline.
Site assessment, system design, and savings estimate for your Princeton home.
1-2 days
Engineering design and permits through the Municipal Construction Office.
10-15 business days
Certified crews install your panels and electrical equipment.
1-3 days
City inspection and PSE&G / JCP&L interconnection approval.
2-4 weeks after install
NuWatt handles all permitting and utility coordination — you don't have to call anyone.
Princeton homeowners can take advantage of these New Jersey incentives.
Earn fixed incentive payments for 15 years based on system production.
Full retail credit for excess solar production.
100% sales tax exemption on solar equipment.
Solar systems exempt from property tax assessments.
Full-service solar installation and support for Princeton homeowners.
Custom solar systems for Princeton 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 New Jersey Teams
Installers who live and work in your community.
24-48 Hour Response
Fast service calls for Princeton customers.
Incentive Experts
We maximize every New Jersey incentive available.
500+ New Jersey Installations
Proven track record across New Jersey.
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 Princeton. Free quote, no obligation.
Solar costs in Princeton vary based on system size and your home's characteristics. With average electric bills of $195/month, most Princeton homeowners see significant savings. Contact us for a free customized quote.
Princeton residents can access New Jersey incentives including: Successor Solar Incentive (SuSI), Net Metering, Sales Tax Exemption, Property Tax Exemption. Our team helps you maximize every available incentive.
Yes! Princeton has Excellent solar potential. Combined with high electric rates and available incentives, solar is an excellent investment for Princeton homeowners.
Physical installation typically takes 1-3 days. The full process from contract to activation takes 4-8 weeks, depending on Princeton permitting and utility interconnection timelines.
Princeton is served by PSE&G / JCP&L. The current average residential rate is approximately 23¢/kWh, which is 7¢ above the national average of 16¢. This makes solar an effective way to lock in lower energy costs for 25+ years.
Solar installations in Princeton require a building permit from the Municipal Construction Office, 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 Princeton neighbors who've made the switch to solar with NuWatt Energy.