Switch Together Montgomery County

Switch Together – previously called Solar Switch – is a program offered by Montgomery County and highly regarded nonprofit Solar United Neighbors. Montgomery County is pleased to support this program, which helps homeowners and small businesses secure a quality rooftop solar installation. The program makes it more affordable for homeowners to go solar. Optional add-ons such as battery storage and electric vehicle chargers are also available through the program. Switch Together provides free educational webinars and in-person events to guide you through the process of going solar.

The program also offers discounted prices for optional add-ons such as battery storage, and electric vehicle chargers.

Using group buying and the expertise of nonprofit Solar United Neighbors, Switch Together ensures that participants get a great deal, and provides the information needed to make an informed decision. Switch Together conducts rigorous reviews of installer qualifications, ensuring participants receive a high-quality installation from a trusted installer.

Through the current program, the average household is expected to save $ 6,201 on a high-quality solar installation. The 30% federal solar tax credit can further reduce your costs, making solar energy more accessible than ever before. It is free to register, and there is no obligation or expectation that you will purchase a system.

Learn more at an upcoming event!

• April 26 (Sat), 11am–4pm – Montgomery County Green Fest

• May 1 (Thurs), 7–8pm – City of Rockville Solar 101 (Virtual)

• May 6 (Tues), 8:30–11:30am – Solar 101 at Historic Takoma Building (In-person)

• May 10 (Sat), 1–5pm – Healthy Homes Fair

How does Switch Together work?

Switch Together organizes groups of residents who are interested in going solar, together. By organizing a group purchase for solar panels, Switch Together can get a better deal for everyone in the group.

1. ​​Registration: Sign up online today. It comes at no cost, and there are no obligations.
2. Auction: Pre-vetted installers participate in an auction. The best bid wins.  The companies that one the bid this year are: Solar Energy World, Lumina, and Edge Energy.
3. Personal recommendation: Based on your registration details, you’ll get a personal recommendation.
4. Make Your Decision: Once you get the offer, you can decide if you want to accept and proceed with a site survey. If you choose to accept, you will be asked to pay a small deposit towards the full cost of your solar installation.
5. Installation: If you accept your recommendation, Switch Together will transfer you to the installer that won the auction. The installer will contact you for a survey and set an installation date. The survey will verify your roof’s suitability and result in a final offer.
6. Sign up for free at SwitchTogether.com/Solar/CapitalArea

Or watch this video to get a better understanding…