HOOK
Thinking about solar? One utility policy can make a big difference in whether your panels save you money: net metering. [Show rooftop solar panels, then a utility bill]
KEY POINT 1
Here’s the simple version: when your panels make more power than your home uses, that extra electricity can go to the grid. In many places, your utility gives you a credit for it. [Animation of power flowing from house to grid]
KEY POINT 2
Those credits can offset the electricity you pull from the grid at night or on cloudy days. That’s why net metering can improve your payback timeline. But the exact credit rate depends on your utility and state. [Show day-to-night solar flow and bill math]
KEY POINT 3
Not every plan works the same. Some utilities have full retail credits, some pay less, and some limit how much excess power you can bank. Before you buy, ask: what rate will I get, and do credits expire? [Highlight questions on screen, utility rate sheet]
CTA
If you’re comparing solar quotes, don’t just look at panel price. Check the net metering policy first. Want to know what to ask your installer? Tap to learn more. [Show homeowner reviewing solar quote on laptop]