Is Solar Worth It in Texas? A 2026 Homeowner’s Guide

Rising ERCOT rates, brutal summer AC bills, and a shaky grid have a lot of Texans asking whether rooftop solar finally pays off. This 2026 guide walks through the real numbers, the property-tax exemption, local buyback plans, the battery-and-reliability angle, and the cases where solar is not worth it, so you can tell which side of the line your home falls on.