Hurricane Season and Solar Panels: What Port St. Lucie Residents Should Know
- Blue Energy Electric
- Aug 29
- 3 min read
Updated: Sep 22
Empowering Your Energy in Storm-Prone Florida
As hurricane season approaches, reliable energy becomes more than a convenience—it’s crucial. Blue Energy Electric, founded by industry veterans David Scherich and Michael Kerr, is committed to helping homeowners and businesses across Palm Beach, St. Lucie, Martin, and Indian River Counties stay powered through storms.
With over 2 million watts installed, Blue Energy Electric delivers affordable, scalable, and dependable solar solutions tailored for coastal resilience.
Why Solar Panels Shine During Hurricanes
Modern solar panels are built tough. Florida’s building codes require photovoltaic (PV) arrays to withstand winds up to 160 mph and pressures of 3,300 Pascals. In real-world testing, hurricane-exposed systems showed minimal long-term damage—average annual performance loss was only about 1%, with most outages lasting just 2–4 days.
What’s more, well-installed systems use strong lag bolts anchored into roof rafters; if your structure holds, so will your panels. This resilience means solar arrays often survive when conventional power fails.
Blue Energy Electric services:
Custom solar solutions designed for Florida’s coastal conditions
Battery Backup Storage: Your Essential Storm-Season Shield
When the grid fails during hurricanes, solar panels alone can’t power your home—they shut down for safety. That’s where Battery Backup Storage becomes essential. With batteries, your home or business stays energized—lights, fridge, security, and communication—right when you need them most.
Florida solar batteries typically deliver 10–25 kWh of emergency power, enough for essentials through the night and into the next day. It’s not just peace of mind—it’s energy independence.
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Financial Relief: Incentives, Net Metering & Tax Exemptions
Solar isn’t just resilient—it’s also financially smart.
Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC)
Florida residents can claim 30% of installation costs (panels + batteries) via the federal ITC—available through 2025.
State Exemptions
Solar equipment in Florida is exempt from state sales tax.
Solar installations do not increase property taxes.
Net Metering
Florida mandates full retail net metering, crediting your excess solar at the retail electricity rate.
Local Utility Programs
Example: The Boynton Beach Energy Edge program offers $1,500 rebates per property every 10 years.
Additional battery rebates and local incentives may be available depending on utility.
Maintenance in Coastal Climates: Protecting Your Investment
Florida’s salt air, humidity, sand, and heat can reduce efficiency by up to 20% if panels aren’t maintained. Regular service keeps performance high.
Maintenance tips:
Solar Panel Cleaning removes salt, pollen, and mildew.
Solar Maintenance and Repair keeps electrical and racking systems safe.
Pre-hurricane inspections ensure wiring and mounts are secure.
Post-storm inspections catch unseen damage.
Blue Energy Electric services:
Residential vs. Commercial Solar: What’s Right for You?
Both homeowners and businesses gain with solar:
Residential Solar Panels boost property value by up to 4.6% and provide long-term savings.
Commercial Solar Panels keep businesses operational during outages, protecting inventory and reputation.
Blue Energy Electric specializes in custom solar solutions that meet the unique needs of both residential and commercial clients.
Local Trends & Utility Challenges in Port St. Lucie
Florida is a solar powerhouse:
Ranked 3rd nationally in solar adoption.
Renewable energy = 6% of state’s electricity, with 70% from solar.
Frequent grid outages make battery-backed solar especially valuable in Port St. Lucie and neighboring counties.
This growth reflects a shift toward energy independence and resilience—values central to Blue Energy Electric’s mission.
Why Choose Blue Energy Electric
With decades of expertise, Blue Energy Electric delivers more than solar panels—we deliver confidence.
Founded by David Scherich & Michael Kerr
Over 2 million watts installed
Locally owned, growing, and competitive
Full-service provider:
Solar Photovoltaic
Battery Backup Storage
Solar Panel Cleaning
Solar Maintenance & Repair
Solar Removal & Reinstallation
Residential & Commercial Solar Panels
Custom solar solutions
Serving Palm Beach, St. Lucie, Martin, and Indian River Counties.
Call to Action: Stay Powered This Hurricane Season
Ready to cut your energy costs and stay resilient? Contact Blue Energy Electric today or call 772-232-6594 to get started.
Explore custom solar solutions tailored for your Florida property—schedule a free consultation with our team.
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