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Also known as CNTP
Residential Rate
Your Project, Our Responsibility — No lead sharing. Your dedicated NuWatt team handles design, permits, and installation.
Based on 8kW system at current rates
System Cost
$22,288
State Incentive
$0
Net Cost
$22,288
Payback Period
17.2 years
Annual Savings
$1,296
25-Year Savings
$47,251
CenterPoint Energy (Houston) serves Texas with a residential electricity rate of $0.14 per kWh. This is 20% below the national average of $0.168/kWh, though solar still delivers strong returns with today’s lower installation prices.
At current rates, a typical CenterPoint Energy (Houston) household using 900 kWh per month spends approximately $1,458 per year on electricity. An 8 kW solar system can offset most or all of that usage, saving an estimated $1,296 annually and $47,251 over the 25-year life of the system. The estimated payback period is 17.2 years.
Heat pump rebates of up to $500 are available. Third-party ownership through solar leases and power purchase agreements (PPAs) is available, which can qualify for the 30% commercial Investment Tax Credit under Section 48.
The federal residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired at the end of 2025. State and utility-level incentives are now the primary financial benefits for homeowners going solar. NuWatt Energy handles the entire process from system design through permits and CenterPoint Energy (Houston) interconnection, ensuring you receive every available rebate.
Net Metering
Not available
Third-Party Ownership
PPAs/Leases allowed
Credit Type
none
CenterPoint Energy is a transmission and distribution utility (TDU) in the deregulated ERCOT market serving the Houston area. CenterPoint does not sell retail electricity or handle net metering — billing and solar buyback are managed by Retail Electric Providers (REPs). Solar customers must select a REP with a buyback plan; options include TXU, Green Mountain, Chariot, and Shell Energy with varying export credit rates. CenterPoint handles interconnection approval (typically 2-4 weeks) and meter reprogramming to measure surplus generation, which is reported to the customer's REP.
Heat Pump
$500
Rebate available
Review your recent CenterPoint Energy (Houston) electricity bills to understand your average monthly kWh consumption. This helps determine the right solar system size. Most CenterPoint Energy (Houston) customers use between 600-1,200 kWh per month.
Request a free, no-obligation solar estimate from NuWatt Energy. We analyze your roof, energy usage, and local sun exposure to design the optimal system for your home.
Receive a detailed proposal including system size, expected production, savings projections, and financing options. NuWatt offers cash purchase, solar loans, and lease options to fit your budget.
NuWatt takes care of all permitting and submits the interconnection application to CenterPoint Energy (Houston) on your behalf. We handle all the paperwork so you don't have to.
Our certified installation team completes your solar installation in 1-3 days. NuWatt manages your entire project from start to finish.
After installation and inspection, CenterPoint Energy (Houston) activates your net metering connection. Your system begins generating clean energy and reducing your electricity bill from day one.
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At $0.14/kWh, CenterPoint Energy (Houston) customers see strong returns from solar.