Now is the time to take advantage of massive utility rebates, state and federal tax credits. The following summaries of residential incentives are currently applicable to Arizona residential customers per Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE). Utility Rebate Program Arizona utility incentives can cover a maximum of 50% of the up-front cost of a solar electric installation. Click here to learn more» Personal income tax credit (Federal) The US government currently offers residential solar system owners a one time federal tax credit of 30% of the total system cost. Click here to learn more» Personal income tax credit (State) The State of Arizona offers homeowners a 25% tax credit (up to $1,000) for installing a solar power system on a residential property. Click here to learn more» Property tax exemption A solar electric installation is a property tax exemption. That means that for property tax assessment purposes, a solar electric installation is considered to add zero value to the property...as far as your property tax is concerned. In reality, a solar electric installation can add as much as $20,000 to the value of your property! Click here to learn more» Sales tax exemption Arizona provides a sales tax exemption* for the retail sale of solar energy devices and for contractor installation of solar energy devices. This is effective on 100% of the sales tax on eligible equipment with no maximum. Certain cities may have 0.5 - 2% privilege ("sales") tax that is applicable to sales or installation of solar electric devices. Click here to learn more»