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Professional solar installation serving Burlington and surrounding Vermont communities. Local expertise, proven results.
$135
Avg. Electric Bill/mo
$485,000
Avg. Home Value
45,855
Population
Looking for solar in Burlington? NuWatt Energy serves Burlington and the greater Vermont region with custom-designed solar systems. The city's Good solar potential combined with electric bills averaging $135/month creates an outstanding opportunity for long-term savings.
Vermont offers generous solar incentives that Burlington residents can take advantage of, including: Net Metering, Sales Tax Exemption, Uniform Capacity Tax, Green Mountain Power BYOD.
Solar installations also boost property values in Burlington, where homes average $485,000. NuWatt provides 25-year warranties and maintains local Vermont crews for rapid 24-48 hour service response.
Burlington has excellent conditions for solar energy production.
Burlington's location provides excellent sun exposure for solar energy production throughout the year.
With average bills of $135/month, solar provides significant monthly savings for Burlington residents.
Solar adds value to Burlington homes with average values of $485,000 while reducing energy costs.
Understanding your utility is key to maximizing solar savings.
Residential Rate
25¢/kWh
9¢ above the national average of 16¢
Net Metering
Available
Net metering at retail rate. BED provides 100% renewable energy.
What a typical Burlington homeowner can expect from solar.
5 kW
Recommended System
$14,935
Est. Cost After Incentives
9.2 yrs
Payback Period
$59,064
25-Year Savings
Based on Burlington average electric bill of $135/mo at 25¢/kWh. 13 panels, 5 kW system. Includes $500 in Vermont incentives.
From first call to power-on, here's your timeline.
Site assessment, system design, and savings estimate for your Burlington home.
1-2 days
Engineering design and permits through the Town Zoning Administrator.
10-20 business days
Certified crews install your panels and electrical equipment.
1-3 days
City inspection and Burlington Electric Department interconnection approval.
2-4 weeks after install
NuWatt handles all permitting and utility coordination — you don't have to call anyone.
Burlington homeowners can take advantage of these Vermont incentives.
Strong net metering laws ensure fair credit for your power.
100% sales tax exemption on solar systems.
Predictable taxation for larger systems instead of property tax.
Bring Your Own Device program for battery storage incentives.
Full-service solar installation and support for Burlington homeowners.
Custom solar systems for Burlington 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 Vermont Teams
Installers who live and work in your community.
24-48 Hour Response
Fast service calls for Burlington customers.
Incentive Experts
We maximize every Vermont incentive available.
100+ Vermont Installations
Proven track record across Vermont.
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 Burlington. Free quote, no obligation.
Solar costs in Burlington vary based on system size and your home's characteristics. With average electric bills of $135/month, most Burlington homeowners see significant savings. Contact us for a free customized quote.
Burlington residents can access Vermont incentives including: Net Metering, Sales Tax Exemption, Uniform Capacity Tax, Green Mountain Power BYOD. Our team helps you maximize every available incentive.
Yes! Burlington has Good solar potential. Combined with high electric rates and available incentives, solar is an excellent investment for Burlington homeowners.
Physical installation typically takes 1-3 days. The full process from contract to activation takes 4-8 weeks, depending on Burlington permitting and utility interconnection timelines.
Burlington is served by Burlington Electric Department. The current average residential rate is approximately 25¢/kWh, which is 9¢ above the national average of 16¢. This makes solar an effective way to lock in lower energy costs for 25+ years.
Solar installations in Burlington require a building permit from the Town Zoning Administrator, typically taking 10-20 business days. NuWatt handles all permitting and utility interconnection paperwork on your behalf — you don't need to visit any offices.
Join your Burlington neighbors who've made the switch to solar with NuWatt Energy.