Solar Installation Across Ontario
Solar X Canada installs ESA-certified residential and commercial solar systems across 21+ Ontario cities. Find your city below for local utility details, available incentives, and a free custom assessment.
Solar Installation in Ontario — Common Questions
Which Ontario cities does Solar X Canada serve?
Solar X Canada installs solar panels across 21+ Ontario cities including Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Ottawa, Hamilton, London, Oakville, Burlington, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Newmarket, Aurora, King City, Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Milton, Caledon, Georgetown, and Stouffville. We also serve surrounding communities — contact us to confirm availability in your area.
What solar incentives are available in Ontario cities in 2026?
Ontario homeowners can access the Save ON Energy rebate of $860 per kW of installed inverter capacity, the federal Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit (30% for businesses), and Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate programs. Utility-specific programs vary by city — Toronto Hydro, Alectra, Hydro Ottawa, and London Hydro all have different net metering and rate structures. Solar X handles all incentive applications for your specific city.
Is solar worth it in Ontario in 2026?
Yes. Ontario's time-of-use rates (peak rates exceeding 24 cents/kWh) and the Ultra-Low Overnight (ULO) rate plan make solar and battery storage highly effective. Most Ontario homeowners see 70–90% reductions in electricity bills with payback periods of 6–10 years on systems with 25–30 year lifespans. The Save ON Energy $860/kW rebate and 0% financing options make 2026 an excellent time to go solar.
Do I need a battery with solar in Ontario?
Under Ontario's load displacement rules, solar systems cannot export excess energy to the grid. Without a battery, surplus solar production is wasted through curtailment. A battery stores that excess for use during peak-rate hours, significantly improving your ROI. Solar X designs every Ontario system with battery optimization to ensure your investment delivers maximum savings.
How much does solar installation cost in Ontario?
Residential solar systems in Ontario typically cost $2.42–$3.50 per watt installed. Most homes require 5–12 kW systems, putting total costs between $12,000 and $42,000 before incentives. The Save ON Energy $860/kW rebate and 0% financing options can significantly reduce your upfront cost. Solar X provides a free bill review and custom ROI calculation for your specific city and home.
How long does solar installation take in Ontario cities?
Physical installation takes 1–3 days. The full process from contract to system activation — including engineering design, building permits, ESA inspection, and utility interconnection — typically takes 4–8 weeks. Solar X manages the entire permitting and approval process across all Ontario municipalities.
Find Your City
Each city page includes local utility details, the Save ON Energy rebate eligibility, net metering rules, average electricity rates, and a custom ROI estimate for your area.
GTA
Solar Installation Toronto
Toronto Hydro
Avg bill: $120–$180/mo
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Solar Installation Mississauga
Alectra Utilities
Avg bill: $130–$190/mo
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Solar Installation Brampton
Alectra Utilities
Avg bill: $140–$200/mo
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Solar Installation Hamilton
Alectra Utilities
Avg bill: $130–$180/mo
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Solar Installation Oakville
Oakville Hydro
Avg bill: $150–$220/mo
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Solar Installation Burlington
Burlington Hydro
Avg bill: $140–$200/mo
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York Region
Solar Installation Vaughan
Alectra Utilities
Avg bill: $140–$200/mo
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Solar Installation Markham
Alectra Utilities
Avg bill: $140–$200/mo
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Solar Installation Richmond Hill
Alectra Utilities
Avg bill: $140–$200/mo
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Solar Installation Newmarket
Powerstream / Alectra
Avg bill: $130–$190/mo
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Solar Installation Aurora
Alectra Utilities
Avg bill: $140–$200/mo
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Solar Installation King City
Hydro One
Avg bill: $150–$220/mo
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Solar Installation Stouffville
Hydro One
Avg bill: $140–$200/mo
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Durham Region
Halton Region
Southwestern Ontario
Why Homeowners Across Ontario Choose Solar X
ESA-Certified for All Ontario Municipalities
Solar X holds full Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) licensing as a registered electrical contractor — valid in every Ontario city, town, and municipality. Every installation is engineered to pass ESA inspection the first time, avoiding permit delays that other installers commonly face.
Save ON Energy $860/kW Rebate
Ontario's Save ON Energy program provides $860 per kW of installed inverter capacity. Solar X designs every system to maximize rebate eligibility under load displacement rules. We handle the full application process across all Ontario utilities — Toronto Hydro, Alectra, Hydro Ottawa, London Hydro, Elexicon, and more.
ULO Rate Optimization + Battery Storage
Ontario's Ultra-Low Overnight (ULO) rate at ~2.8¢/kWh lets you charge your battery overnight and discharge during peak hours exceeding 24¢/kWh. Combined with solar production, this dramatically reduces your effective electricity cost across all Ontario rate zones.
21+
Ontario Cities Served
1,000+
Ontario Installations
$860/kW
Save ON Energy Rebate
25–30 yr
Equipment Warranty