Henrico stretches from tree-lined, established streets near the Richmond city line to newer construction out toward Short Pump and Glen Allen, and each roof brings different wiring age and shading. NEDES, providing solar installation in Henrico County, VA, pairs that local knowledge with Henrico’s dedicated residential solar permit path through Build Henrico, Virginia’s net metering law, and financing structured to qualify for federal incentives in 2026.
NREL’s PVWatts, using TMY3 data from Richmond International Airport in Sandston, estimates that Henrico County averages 4.9 peak sun hours daily. Summer exceeds 5.5 hours, and December stays above 3, supporting year-round production. A 9.2 kW system generates about 15,000 kWh annually, enough to cover Virginia’s average household use of 13,020 kWh, with margin for future expansion.
Dominion Energy has sought residential rate increases multiple times over the past decade. EIA data shows Virginia’s average residential electricity rate is about 17.6¢/kWh today, up from roughly 10.5¢/kWh in 2013, nearly a 70% increase. Going solar in Henrico locks in generation costs for 25 years at equipment pricing, not future utility rates.
The 30% federal credit for homeowner-owned systems under Section 25D ended for systems installed after December 31, 2025, under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Cash or loan purchases in Henrico now get no federal credit. With a NEDES PPA or lease, a financing partner can claim 30% under Section 48E.
Virginia Code § 58.1-3661 excludes certified solar equipment from local property tax assessments. A $27,900 system adds nothing to a Henrico County property tax bill, now or later. The exemption applies to both residential and commercial installations and does not sunset under current Virginia law, so it remains available in 2026 and beyond.
Virginia Code § 58.1-609.10 exempts solar equipment purchases from Virginia’s 4.3% sales and use tax. On a $27,900 Henrico County system, that saves about $1,200 upfront. The exemption is separate from any federal incentive and applies to both hardware and installation labor, reducing total project cost immediately.
Virginia Code § 56-594, reaffirmed by a Virginia SCC ruling on April 30, 2026, preserves full retail-rate net metering for Henrico solar customers within each billing cycle. Systems may be sized up to 150% of the prior year’s usage. Year-end excess is now paid at about 5.8¢/kWh, plus a $1 monthly fee.
Henrico’s Climate Action and Adaptation Strategy remains under county review as of 2026, so it is not yet a finalized target. However, Henrico has joined Virginia’s C-PACE financing program for clean energy upgrades, and HEART continues advancing sustainability initiatives, both aligned with the statewide Virginia Clean Economy Act.
Build Henrico’s dedicated residential solar permit pathway for every system we install, and have our Henrico County solar installation crew handle design through final inspection for five system types.
Your roof, your Dominion bill, your savings. We size every residential solar system for Henrico County homeowners to get against 12 months of actual usage. Whether you're in an established Lakeside ranch or new Short Pump construction, we run structural load calculations before a single permit gets filed.
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Dominion's demand charges bite hard above 25 kW, and solar bites back. Our commercial solar installation crews in Henrico County have wired office parks near Innsbrook and warehouses along I-64, working through county commercial permits and Dominion's Schedule GS interconnection process so your ROI timeline stays on track.
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Charge smarter, not just cheaper. NREL’s Futures Study shows rooftop solar can cut per-mile EV charging costs by roughly 60% compared with grid power. Our EV charger installation can be integrated into your Henrico County solar design as a Level 2, 240V setup, completed in a single site visit under one permit, with no separate contractor required.
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More panels, better inverters, more savings. Whether you’re expanding capacity or switching to microinverters for a shaded Tuckahoe roof, our solar installers handle updated single-line diagrams for Dominion’s review, Build Henrico permit amendments, and a clean tie-in to your existing array.
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Getting a new roof under an active array means full panel removal first. Our Henrico County, Virginia solar panel installers coordinate the teardown, safe storage, and reinstall at the original tilt and azimuth, so your warranty and your production numbers both stay intact.
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Installation Process
Our Henrico County solar installation runs through three approvals: an electrical permit, a county inspection, and Dominion’s Permission to Operate. Here’s exactly how we handle each step.
We review 12 months of Dominion usage, map your roof for pitch, orientation, and shading, then design a Henrico County solar layout matched to structure, production goals, and panel compatibility.
We prepare a clear Build Henrico permitting roadmap showing each solar requirement step by step. In Virginia, you submit the pre-installation permit paperwork yourself rather than through our team.
Your system is installed in accordance with Virginia code, with properly flashed roof penetrations, secure mounting, and clean electrical tie-ins. After installation, Henrico’s required inspection is scheduled, completed, and documented for approval.
After inspection approval, we assist with Dominion net metering filing and Permission to Operate documentation. Once approved, we help activate monitoring, verify production, and confirm your system is performing properly.
NEDES: The Leading Solar Company
| Factor | Other Local Installers | NEDES |
|---|---|---|
| Workmanship warranty | 5–10 years | 25 years |
| Response time on service calls | Days to weeks | Under 48 hours |
| Production monitoring | App, sometimes extra cost | Included, real-time |
| Financing options | Limited | Cash, residential loan, PPA, or lease |
| Point of contact | Often outsourced crews | In-house, start to finish |
| Equipment protection | Manufacturer warranty only | Manufacturer warranty + Align Solar-backed insurance |
Rate locked below Dominion’s 2026 price — installed 2026
This south-facing rooftop system produces 14,200 kWh yearly against a 13,400 kWh household need, covering 88% of the bill through Dominion net metering. After the 30% federal tax credit reduces the $27,840 install cost to $19,488, the homeowner saves $1,760 annually on electricity at current Dominion rates.
After ITC + depreciation + SRECs — installed 2026
This office rooftop system directly targets Dominion Schedule GS demand charges, which make up 31% of the facility’s total electricity spend. By generating power during the 10 AM–4 PM billing window, it cuts peak-draw costs. Combined with 30% ITC and MACRS 5-year depreciation, payback lands at 6.2 years.
By combining roof + solar — installed 2026
This 1978 home needed a new roof before solar could be installed. By bundling both under one Fairfax County permit, the homeowner secured a single 25-year warranty covering shingles and panels together. The combined approach avoided the premium of post-solar roof replacement, saving an estimated $4,200–$6,800 in future costs.
Real Stories Of Solar Success
See what Henrico County homeowners and businesses say after going solar with NEDES, from Short Pump new builds to older Lakeside roofs near the Richmond line.
We install Tesla Powerwall—and only Tesla Powerwall—across every Henrico County project. That’s a deliberate call, not a gap: a certified installer who knows one battery inside and out catches problems a generalist installer misses. Every Powerwall we install is also backed by insurance through our partnership with Align Solar, so your investment is protected beyond the standard manufacturer warranty.
Area Coverage
We install solar systems across Henrico County. Here’s where our crews are currently working.
How do you size a system for my home in Henrico County?
We pull 12 months of your actual Dominion usage, map your roof using satellite imagery, and check shading and pitch before recommending a system size. It’s built around your real consumption, not a generic estimate.
Will solar work on my roof type?
Most Henrico roofs qualify — rail-mount, flush-mount, or standoff racking on asphalt shingle, metal, or tile. We run structural load calculations on your specific roof before filing anything, so we know it can support the load before we install.
What happens during a power outage?
Standard grid-tied systems shut off automatically during an outage to protect utility workers. If you want power to keep running at your Henrico County home, you’ll need a battery like Tesla Powerwall paired with your panels.
Can I add an EV charger or more panels later?
Yes. We design most systems with room to expand, and adding an EV charger or extra panels later usually just means a permit amendment and an updated single-line diagram for Dominion, not a full system redesign.
Why do you install a Tesla Powerwall specifically?
We’re a certified Tesla Powerwall installer, and we’d rather be excellent at one battery than average at several. Every install we handle is also insured through our partnership with Align Solar, so your equipment is protected.
Will I work with the same team throughout my project?
Yes. The same in-house crew handles your design, permitting roadmap, installation, and Dominion paperwork, start to finish. No subcontractor handoffs between stages, so nothing gets lost along the way.
Does Henrico’s Build Henrico portal require a separate solar permit?
No. Henrico only requires an electrical permit for rooftop solar on single-family homes, filed through Build Henrico, not a separate building permit. We walk you through exactly what that application needs.
At NEDES, an energy consultant reviews your Dominion Energy usage, walks you through Henrico’s permit roadmap, and shows a side-by-side comparison of system sizes, financing options, and payback timelines before you commit to anything. Call us now!