Solar in Murray in 2026: Net Metering Since 2006 and a Real Rebate Stack

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Murray sits in the middle of the Salt Lake Valley and runs Murray City Power, one of Utah's longest-standing municipal utilities with a net metering program dating back to 2006. That local program makes Murray a distinctly different solar market from its Rocky Mountain Power neighbors. With utilities statewide now projecting close to 10 percent annual rate increases, Murray homeowners have a real reason to look at solar in 2026.

The current rebate stack for Murray

Ask Solar Mike offers 30 percent off qualifying Tesla Solar Panel and Solar Roof systems, plus his own $2,000 rebate. Because Murray runs its own municipal utility rather than Rocky Mountain Power, the separate $2,000 RMP rebate does not apply here. Murray homeowners still receive 30 percent off plus Mike's $2,000 rebate.

Why Murray's net metering matters

Murray City Power has offered net metering since 2006, which credits exported power closer to the retail rate you pay rather than the reduced net-billing credit Rocky Mountain Power customers receive. That is a genuinely favorable position for a solar owner. Your neighbors one city over in Sandy or Salt Lake City are on net billing and generally need storage to get similar value from their production. Mike confirms Murray's current terms and any caps before sizing your system.

The rate story behind the urgency

Utah rates historically rose around 4 percent a year. Utilities are now projecting close to 10 percent annually, driven by AI data-center demand and the cost of modernizing an aging grid. Municipal utilities purchase power on the same wholesale market, so Murray feels those pressures too. Solar locks in your own cost of production.

What changed in 2026

The federal residential solar tax credit ended January 1, 2026 for cash and loan buyers, and Tesla's manufacturer instant rebate has also ended. What remains is Mike's 30 percent and his $2,000 rebate, applied directly to your project.

FAQ

Does Murray qualify for the Rocky Mountain Power rebate? No. Murray runs Murray City Power, so the RMP-specific rebate does not apply. Mike's 30 percent and $2,000 rebate still do.

Is Murray a good city for solar? Yes. Its long-standing net metering program credits exported power more favorably than the net billing most of the valley is on.

Is there a deadline on the current offer? No published cutoff right now. Confirm current terms with Mike.

See your Murray number

With favorable municipal net metering and a solid rebate stack, Murray solar makes real sense in 2026. Run the calculator above, then call or text Mike at 385-312-0904 or get a free quote at asksolarmike.com/google.

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