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How can I find out whether my property has a net-metering option?
Answer
Check the current tariff and distributed-generation rules for your specific utility and service address, then confirm the result with the utility or program administrator. The available arrangement may be net metering, a different export-credit structure, or no export option.
Key points
- The answer can depend on utility territory, customer class, system size, and application date.
- Ask about export compensation, avoided-cost treatment, caps, fees, and system-size limits.
- Confirm whether approval is required before equipment is installed.
- Installer statements should be checked against the utility's official rules.
What it depends on
- Serving utility and property address
- Customer class and existing tariff
- System size, equipment, and expected exports
- Current interconnection and export-program rules
Risks and trade-offs
- A program may be closed to new customers or limited by capacity.
- An older customer's arrangement may not be available to a new applicant.
- Installing before approval can jeopardize interconnection or incentive eligibility.
Information you may need
- Utility name and service address
- Customer class and recent bill
- Proposed system size and equipment
- Current tariff and interconnection materials
Your next step
What to do next
Contact the utility using the service address and request the current export or net-metering tariff and pre-application requirements in writing.
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