Home energy upgrade
Solar Panels
Solar photovoltaic panels produce electricity from daylight — Hydro-Québec's net metering option lets you credit the electricity you feed back to the grid.
Step by step
How Solar Panels installation works
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A roof and shading study determines the optimal layout and size of the system.
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The panels, mounting rails, wiring and inverter are installed.
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An RBQ-licensed electrician connects the system and configures the meter.
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You enrol in Hydro-Québec's net metering option to credit your surplus.
Why it's worth it
Benefits of Solar Panels
- Produces free electricity during daylight hours
- Hydro-Québec's net metering option credits your surplus electricity
- Low maintenance — no moving parts; lifespan of 25 years and more
- Pairs well with a battery to maximise self-consumption
- Reduces your carbon footprint and your winter peak demand
- Installed by an RBQ-licensed electrician and contractor
What to budget
Typical cost
Typically CA$10,000–CA$25,000 for a residential system
Costs vary significantly depending on property size, existing systems, and installer. A surveyor's assessment will give you an accurate figure. Available grants (listed below) can substantially reduce the net cost.
Is this right for you?
Ideal for
- Roofs facing south, south-east or south-west with little shading
- Owners who use electricity during the day (electric vehicle, remote work)
- Households wanting to pair a battery for self-consumption
- Properties interested in Hydro-Québec's net metering option
Financial support
Grants you may qualify for
No specific Québec grants currently apply to this work, but installation costs may be offset by energy bill savings. A free assessment will clarify what funding is available for your property.
View all Québec energy grants →Ready to go?
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