Short answer: In many cases they can significantly reduce or nearly eliminate it, depending on system
size relative to your actual usage — but “eliminate entirely” depends on sizing the system correctly to
your consumption.
Why it matters: Buyers sometimes hear “solar eliminates your bill” as a blanket promise rather than a
sizing-dependent outcome, which can lead to disappointment if the system installed doesn’t match
actual usage.
What to check:
● Get a system sized against your real historical or projected usage, not a generic package
● Ask what happens seasonally — usage and sun exposure both shift through the year
● Clarify whether “near zero” or “fully offset” is the realistic target for your specific home
Bottom line: Solar can get you very close to zero — but the honest answer is “it depends on sizing,” not
an unconditional yes.
