Net Metering 101 – How Solar Credits Can Eliminate Your Bill

 

If you’ve ever wondered how rooftop solar can completely wipe out your electricity bill, the answer lies in a smart billing mechanism called net metering. It enables you to not just save money but earn credits from your solar energy. In this article, 3S Solutions breaks down how net metering works and why it’s a game-changer for homeowners and businesses in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

Rooftop Solar in Telangana

What is Net Metering?

Net metering is a billing arrangement that allows solar energy users to send excess electricity back to the grid and receive credits. When your rooftop system generates more electricity than your home or business consumes, the surplus is exported to the grid.

Your utility provider then credits your electricity account for the exported units, which you can use when your solar system isn't producing power (like at night or on cloudy days).

How It Works – Step by Step

  1. Solar Production: Your solar panels generate electricity during the day.

  2. Instant Consumption: Your appliances use this electricity directly.

  3. Surplus Energy: Excess units are automatically sent to the grid.

  4. Digital Meter: A bidirectional net meter records imported vs. exported energy.

  5. Billing Adjustment: The DISCOM issues a bill showing your net consumption (import - export). If export is more, you get credits.

Benefits of Net Metering

✅ Zero Electricity Bill – Many customers achieve net-zero monthly bills by exporting more than they import.
✅ Payback Boost – Export credits increase your savings, reducing your solar system’s ROI period.
✅ Grid Backup – At night, you draw electricity from the grid using your accumulated credits.
✅ Seamless Integration – Net metering works without batteries, reducing upfront costs.

Eligibility and Documents Required

To apply for net metering through 3S Solutions, you typically need:

  • Recent electricity bill

  • Property tax document or occupancy certificate

  • Aadhar card & PAN card

  • Solar system technical design & capacity

We handle all the paperwork and follow-up with DISCOMs on your behalf.

Net Metering in AP & Telangana – DISCOM Guidelines

Each state has specific rules:

  • In Telangana, net metering is available for systems up to 1 MW capacity.

  • Andhra Pradesh follows a similar structure with slight differences in application windows and technical requirements.

3S Solutions keeps you updated with the latest DISCOM guidelines and ensures smooth approval.

Why Choose 3S Solutions for Net Metering?

  • Local Expertise in dealing with TSNPDCL, TSSPDCL, APEPDCL, and APSPDCL

  • Documentation Support from start to finish

  • Installation & Testing in line with DISCOM standards

  • Regular Follow-ups until your net meter is installed and functional

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