Electricity prices are climbing—and residents in Southwest Florida aren’t immune. With utility bills steadily growing, the case for switching to solar power has never been stronger.
📈 FPL Rate Increases & What It Means for You
Florida Power & Light (FPL) has proposed what would become the largest rate increase in U.S. history—a staggering $8.96 billion over four years. If approved, residential bills for customers using about 1,000 kWh per month could rise from $134.14 in 2025 to $142.37 in 2026, then up to $151.99 by 2029 Axios+4Food & Water Watch+4WLRN+4.
That’s roughly an 8% annual increase, likely accelerating with soaring infrastructure costs, hurricane recovery efforts, and utility upgrades.
Beyond Florida: National Rate Trends
Nationwide, average retail electricity rates are on the rise too—up 6.7% year-over-year as of mid‑2025, with nationwide averages hitting 18.2¢/kWh, well above general inflation Reuters. The Energy Information Administration warns that residential rates could climb another 13–18% over 2025–2026, depending on the region U.S. Energy Information Administration+6EUCI+6Food & Water Watch+6.
Historically, U.S. electricity prices have risen about 2.85% per year over the past 25 years, and recent acceleration has made these increases feel even sharper SolarReviews.
What This Means for Southwest Florida Homeowners
As a Southwest Florida homeowner reliant on FPL, you’re likely facing annual utilities rate hikes of at least 6–8%, with further increases proposed through 2029. These hikes are driven by FPL’s need to fund grid upgrades, hurricane restoration costs, and adding new infrastructure. Even though clean energy expansion is part of the justification, critics argue the burden disproportionately impacts consumers—especially local families and fixed-income households Axios.
How Solar Provides the Smart Alternative
Switching to solar isn’t about generating more power—it’s about securing your budget. Momentum Solar offers a solution that protects you from utility-driven price hikes:
- Lock in stable, price-protected energy rates with no surprises
- Enjoy monthly savings from day one of system activation
- Eliminate exposure to future FPL rate increases
With solar, the same electricity you’re already using becomes cleaner and more affordable—without fluctuating utility costs.
Why Act Now?
- Rising rates are predictable—FPL has confirmed multi-year hikes, and national trends point upward.
- Long-term savings add up—even moderate annual increases compound into substantial costs over time.
- Clean, long-lasting solar systems deliver value—once installed, they produce energy for decades with predictable output and minimal maintenance.
In Summary
The trajectory is clear: electricity prices in Florida and across the U.S. are rising—and likely to keep going up. With projections showing increases of 6–8% or more annually, staying on the utility grid means paying more every year. Solar offers a smarter path: with Momentum Solar, you can switch to clean, reliable energy that bypasses rising rates, gives you immediate monthly savings, and delivers budget certainty for decades.
Want to explore how solar can work for your home? I’m Frank—your Momentum Solar consultant—and I’d be glad to walk you through your options and projected savings. Let’s get started today.