Rhode Island Residential Solar
The Ocean State’s
Local Solar Experts
OneGrid provides custom solar installations for Rhode Island homes designed to shield residents from rising Rhode Island Energy rates.
- Take charge of the growing cost of electricity
- Put an end to "paying rent" on utility electricity
- There are federal, state, and other solar subsidies available
- Benefit from solar power's environmental advantage
Find out if solar makes sense for you.
Our Rhode Island solar experts can quickly assess your home or business and show you how solar may reduce your energy costs.
Our Guarantee
Every system includes a 10-year workmanship warranty, so you never have to worry about the what-ifsthe unknownspeace of minddependability.
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Solar Power for Your House
Our team of renewable energy specialists and business professionals manages every facet of your residential solar project, from the first appointment to the go live date. We offer clean, environmentally friendly solar energy solutions for your house in a range of unique setups.
FAQ's
Common Rhode Island
Solar Questions
In Rhode Island, solar is designed to be a high-yield financial tool. Your panels capture sunlight and convert it into electricity for your home, but the real power lies in how you interact with the grid. You choose between banking bill credits to offset your high utility costs (Net Metering) or selling your entire power production back to Rhode Island Energy for a guaranteed 20-year income stream (REG Program).
Solar energy is a clean, renewable energy source that fosters energy independence and the creation of jobs locally. You are assisting your state in achieving significant objectives to increase the amount of renewable energy on the grid by switching to solar power. Solar power is dependable, silent, and increases the value of your home without raising your property taxes.
Absolutely. Rhode Island remains one of the most financially robust markets in the country due to its high electricity rates, averaging over $0.28 per kWh, and a unique "dual-incentive" structure that allows you to choose how you want to be paid. Whether you prefer upfront cash to lower your system cost or a 20-year guaranteed income stream, the Ocean State's programs are designed to deliver a full return on investment in approximately 7 years.
The Renewable Energy Fund (REF) is an upfront grant that directly reduces the cost of your solar installation. For 2026, these small-scale grants offer up to $0.65 per watt, capped at $5,000 per homeowner. These funds are released in competitive "rounds" throughout the year (typically Spring, Summer, and Fall); as a licensed RI installer, OneGrid handles the entire application process to secure these funds before they are exhausted.
The Renewable Energy Growth (REG) program is an alternative to the REF grant. Instead of an upfront rebate, you sign a 15- to 20-year contract to sell your solar generation at a fixed, premium rate, projected at roughly $0.34/kWh for 2026.
While this rate is not dramatically higher than current retail electricity prices, REG shines for commercial buildings or homes with excess roof space, where selling 100% of production provides predictable, long-term revenue.
Most homeowners still prefer Net Metering, which maximizes on-site consumption and bill offset rather than fixed energy sales.
The size of the proposed solar panel location, the property's energy consumption, solar subsidies, net metering agreements, and other considerations all play a role in this. Eight to fifteen years is a typical time span, however it could be earlier. A personalised payback schedule will be included in the design of your solar project.
Rhode Island offers some of the most aggressive tax protections in the country.
- No Sales Tax: You are 100% exempt from the 7% state sales tax on all solar and battery equipment.
- Property Tax Shield: State law ensures that the value solar adds to your home is exempt from property taxes for 20 years.
While not mandatory, battery storage is becoming the new standard for New England homes. Beyond providing emergency backup power during coastal storms, adding a battery qualifies you for a flat $2,000 Energy Storage Adder through the REF program. Additionally, you can earn annual payments by enrolling in ConnectedSolutions, a program where the utility pays you for helping stabilize the grid during summer peak events.
OneGrid handles everything from system design and permitting to installation and inspection. Our technicians mount the panels safely, connect them to your home, and test everything to ensure peak performance.
You are not have to, but you can. There are other ways to pay for your system, such as tax refunds, solar incentives, direct financing, and more. Obtaining a free consultation is the only way to learn what is available to assist you in paying for solar.
Absolutely. Your home remains connected to the grid for nighttime use, or you can add battery storage to use the excess energy your system produces during the day.
No problem! OneGrid offers professional solar removal and reinstallation services. We’ll safely remove your panels, coordinate with your roofer, and reinstall them once your roof is ready.
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