Net metering is one of the most important financial benefits of going solar—but many homeowners still don’t fully understand how it works. Whether you’re installing a Tesla Solar Roof or traditional solar panels, net metering is the key to offsetting your utility bill and getting the most from your system.
At PRIMEBID, we install both Tesla Solar Roof and high-efficiency solar panels across Florida and Georgia—and we make sure your system is built to take full advantage of net metering from day one.
What Is Net Metering?
Net metering is a billing policy that allows you to earn credit for the excess solar energy your home sends back to the grid.
Here’s how it works:
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Your Tesla Solar Roof or solar panels produce electricity during the day.
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If your home doesn’t use all of that power, the extra energy flows to the grid.
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Your utility company tracks that excess and gives you a credit.
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At night or on cloudy days, when your system isn’t producing, you can use that credit to pull electricity from the grid without paying extra.
It’s a way to turn your home into a mini power plant—and make your utility meter spin backward.
Net Metering with Tesla Solar Roof and Powerwall
If you install a Tesla Solar Roof with a Powerwall 3, your system can store energy and send excess to the grid.
Here’s what happens:
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During the day, solar powers your home and charges your battery.
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If the Powerwall is full, any extra solar is exported to the grid for credit.
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At night or during a storm, your home runs off the Powerwall before pulling from the utility.
You save money two ways: by using free solar energy and by avoiding high peak rates from the utility.
Does Net Metering Still Exist in Florida and Georgia?
Yes—but it’s changing.
Florida still has full retail net metering, meaning you get credited for excess solar at the same rate you pay for electricity. This is the most favorable structure for homeowners and helps shorten the payback period of your solar investment.
Georgia uses a mix of net metering and avoided cost programs, depending on your utility. Some areas give full credit, while others offer a lower rate for exported energy. Either way, solar still reduces your bill significantly.
At PRIMEBID, we design systems based on your utility and local net metering policies to ensure maximum return.
Why Net Metering Matters
When you install solar panels or a Tesla Solar Roof, net metering allows you to offset most (if not all) of your monthly electricity costs. Over time, this can add up to thousands in savings.
And with rising utility rates and increased demand for clean energy, those savings grow year over year.
Start Saving with Tesla Solar Roof and Solar Panels from PRIMEBID
Whether you’re upgrading to a Tesla Solar Roof or installing solar panels on an existing roof, PRIMEBID helps you take full advantage of net metering.
We’re a Premier Tesla Certified Installer serving Florida and Georgia. Our team handles everything—from design and permitting to installation and activation—and we make sure your system is set up to maximize your savings from day one.
Contact us today to get a custom quote and learn how solar + net metering can lower your electric bill.