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Abington Township in Montgomery County offers excellent solar potential with eastern PA's ~1,250 kWh/kW/year production. PECO rates at $0.21/kWh drive strong net metering savings, and SRECs add ~$350/year. No federal ITC for homeowners in 2026.
Cost Range
$2.85-$3.15
Per watt installed
Avg System
10 kW
~$30,000 gross
Payback
12.2 yrs
Cash purchase
PECO Rate
$0.21
Per kWh
2026 Reality: The 30% federal solar tax credit (25D) expired for homeowners on Dec 31, 2025. All Abington costs and payback in this guide reflect $0 federal credit. Third-party PPA/lease providers can still claim the commercial ITC (Section 48) until July 2026. What this means for you
A typical 10 kW solar system in Abington costs $30,000 before taxes. Add 6% PA sales tax ($1,800) for an all-in cost of $31,800. Annual SREC income of $350/year plus PECO net metering savings of $2,625/year deliver a payback of approximately 12.2 years.
Gross Cost (10 kW)
$30,000
~$3.00/W avg
6% Sales Tax
+$1,800
No exemption in PA
All-In Cost
$31,800
Cash purchase
SREC Income/yr
$350
12.5 SRECs @ $28
Abington homes typically need 8-14 kW systems depending on home size and energy usage. Costs use the $3.00/W average and include the 6% PA sales tax.
| System Size | Gross Cost | +6% Tax | All-In Cost | SREC/yr | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 kW | $18,000 | +$1,080 | $19,080 | $210 | 12.2 yrs |
| 8 kW | $24,000 | +$1,440 | $25,440 | $280 | 12.2 yrs |
| 10 kW | $30,000 | +$1,800 | $31,800 | $350 | 12.2 yrs |
| 12 kW | $36,000 | +$2,160 | $38,160 | $420 | 12.2 yrs |
| 14 kW | $42,000 | +$2,520 | $44,520 | $490 | 12.2 yrs |
PA tax burden: The 6% sales tax adds $1,800 to a typical system, and solar increases your Montgomery County property tax by an estimated $450/year. Neighboring NJ exempts solar from both sales and property taxes.
Abington Township is served by PECO Energy, the largest utility in southeast PA. PECO offers strong net metering with no proposed changes to its policy.
Monthly credits
1:1 full retail rate ($0.21/kWh)
Annual true-up
Excess paid at PTC rate ($0.11/kWh)
Max system size
50 kW residential
Policy threat
None for PECO (PPL has proposed changes)
Competitive choice
PA is deregulated; you can shop supply rate
Interconnection time
3-5 weeks typical
PECO rate of $0.21/kWh is the highest in PA, driving the best net metering savings
Eastern PA irradiance: 1,250 kWh/kW/year, the highest production region in the state
No net metering policy threat (unlike PPL territory with proposed July 2026 changes)
Affluent suburb with strong home values supports long-term solar investment
Suburban lot sizes provide excellent sun exposure with minimal shading
Close to Philadelphia installer market keeps pricing competitive
PA has the weakest incentive environment in the Northeast. Here is exactly what Abington homeowners get and what they do not.
PA SRECs
12.5 SRECs/yr at $28/SREC avg. Market-based via PJM-GATS.
1:1 Net Metering (PECO)
Full retail credit monthly. Annual true-up at PTC rate ($0.11/kWh). Stable PECO policy.
Section 48 ITC (PPA/Lease only)
Third-party system owner claims ITC and passes savings as lower PPA/lease rate. Deadline July 4, 2026.
Federal 25D ITC (Homeowner)
Expired Dec 31, 2025. $0 for cash or loan purchases.
PA State Tax Credit
Pennsylvania offers no state-level solar tax credit.
Sales Tax Exemption
PA charges 6% sales tax on solar equipment. NJ and MA exempt solar from sales tax.
Property Tax Exemption
PA has NO property tax exemption. Solar adds to assessed value and increases your tax bill.
Pennsylvania hits solar with both sales tax AND increased property taxes. This is unique in the Northeast and factored into all payback calculations.
Solar adds to your assessed value. At Montgomery County's effective property tax rate, a $30,000 system adds approximately:
Abington Township spans several distinct neighborhoods, each with different housing stock and solar potential.
Single-family colonials and split-levels
Well-maintained 1950s-1970s homes with simple roof geometries ideal for solar
Strong south-facing exposure on most residential streets
Typical 1,500-2,000 sq ft roofs can fit 8-12 kW systems comfortably
Mature tree canopy on some streets may require trimming for optimal production
Typical System
8-12 kW
Cost Range
$24,000-$36,000
Permitting
Township permit, 2-4 weeks
Victorian and early 20th century homes
Mix of older Victorian homes and post-war development with varied roof angles
Glenside village area has some historic overlay that may add permitting steps
Older electrical panels (100-amp) in pre-war homes often need upgrade to 200-amp
Good installer competition due to proximity to Philadelphia market
Typical System
8-10 kW
Cost Range
$24,000-$30,000
Permitting
Township permit, 2-4 weeks
Post-war suburban, ranch and Cape Cod
Ranch-style and Cape Cod homes with low-pitch roofs excellent for flush-mount panels
Larger lots than inner-suburb neighborhoods with minimal shading issues
Newer construction (1960s-1980s) typically has adequate electrical infrastructure
Lower density means more consistent sun exposure across the neighborhood
Typical System
10-14 kW
Cost Range
$30,000-$42,000
Permitting
Township permit, 2-4 weeks
Gross system cost
$30,000
6% PA sales tax
+$1,800
Total all-in cost
$31,800
Net metering savings/yr
$2,625
SREC income/yr
$350
Property tax increase/yr
-$450
Payback Period
~12.2 years
25-Year Net Savings
$46,261
Upfront cost
$0
Section 48 ITC
30% claimed by financing company
Typical savings vs PECO
20-40% lower per-kWh rate
SREC income
Kept by third-party (reflected in lower rate)
Contract term
20-25 years typical
Post-ITC shift: PPA and lease are now the most attractive option for many Abington homeowners. The financing company captures the 30% Section 48 ITC, and savings are passed through as a lower electricity rate.
The death of the 25D ITC has changed which financing path is optimal in PA. PPA and lease are now more attractive because the third-party company still gets the ITC.
Best for: Homeowners who can afford upfront cost and want maximum long-term savings
Best for: Homeowners who want ownership benefits without large upfront payment
Best for: Most PA homeowners in 2026 — MORE attractive post-ITC because the financing company claims the 30% Section 48 ITC and passes savings as a lower rate
Best for: Homeowners who want predictable monthly costs with no maintenance responsibility
Solar panels in Abington cost $2.85-$3.15 per watt installed, averaging about $3.00/W. For a typical 10 kW system, the gross cost is approximately $30,000 plus 6% PA sales tax ($1,800), totaling $31,800. There is no federal residential tax credit in 2026 (Section 25D expired Dec 31, 2025), no PA state tax credit, and no property tax exemption.
Abington solar systems have approximately a 9-10 year payback for cash purchases. This is based on PECO rates of $0.21/kWh, 1:1 net metering, and SREC income of $250-350 per year. Abington benefits from being in eastern PA with the best irradiance in the state at ~1,250 kWh/kW/year.
Abington Township requires a standard building permit for solar installations. The process typically takes 2-4 weeks. There are no special historic district restrictions in most neighborhoods. Your installer handles the permitting process and PECO interconnection application.
Yes, all of Abington Township is served by PECO Energy. PECO offers 1:1 full retail net metering at $0.21/kWh with no proposed policy changes, making it the safest utility in PA for solar investment. The annual true-up pays excess credits at the PTC rate of $0.11/kWh.
Yes. Pennsylvania has no statewide property tax exemption for solar. Solar panels add to your assessed property value and increase your Montgomery County property tax bill. For a $30,000 system, expect approximately $360-$400 per year in additional property taxes at typical Montgomery County effective rates.
In 2026, PPA and lease are more attractive than before because homeowners get $0 federal tax credit on purchases, but the third-party PPA/lease company can still claim the 30% Section 48 ITC (until July 2026). A PPA typically saves 20-40% on your PECO bill with $0 upfront. Cash purchase gives you SREC income and full ownership but requires $30,000+ upfront.
A typical 10 kW system in Abington produces about 12.5 SRECs per year (1 SREC = 1 MWh). At current PA SREC prices of $22-$35 each, that is approximately $275-$440 in annual income. SRECs are registered through PJM-GATS and traded on platforms like SRECTrade or Flett Exchange.
We will assess your specific roof, neighborhood, PECO rate, and SREC potential to show you exactly what solar costs and saves for your Abington home.
Statewide costs, incentives, SRECs, and payback for all PA homeowners.
Read moreSolar costs in nearby Philadelphia — PECO territory, row houses to suburbs.
Read more1:1 retail credit, annual PTC true-up, and PPL proposed tariff changes.
Read moreWhy PA solar still works in 2026 without the 25D ITC.
Read moreCompare financing paths with no federal credit. PPA is now more attractive.
Read moreHow SRECs work, current prices, PJM-GATS registration, and the PRESS Act.
Read morePricing: EnergySage Solar Marketplace (January 2026), NuWatt Energy PA installations.
Utility rates: PECO Energy R-1 residential tariff schedule, effective January 2026.
SREC data: SRECTrade, Flett Exchange, PJM-GATS (February 2026).
Net metering: PA PUC Act 213/Act 35 guidelines.
Tax data: PA Department of Revenue, Montgomery County Tax Assessment Office.