We help Maryland homeowners make confident, informed solar decisions — with unbiased reviews, real local data, and no sponsored rankings.
Maryland Solar Guide was built for one reason: the solar market is full of noise, and Maryland homeowners deserve a source of honest, locally researched information they can actually trust.
We don't accept payment from installers for rankings. We don't run ads. We independently evaluate companies, track incentive changes, and publish real market data — so you can compare your options without pressure and choose solar with confidence.
Every city guide, article, and calculator on this site is produced by our in-house team of solar experts and content specialists with deep knowledge of Maryland's unique market, utilities, and incentive programs.
The People Behind the Site
Yaros brings deep expertise in solar energy markets, installer quality evaluation, and Maryland's evolving incentive landscape. He leads the site's strategic direction and oversees the integrity of all company rankings and editorial standards.
Yana shapes how Maryland Solar Guide communicates with homeowners — from the site's voice and messaging to outreach and community partnerships. She ensures our guides are approachable and genuinely useful for people at every stage of their solar journey.
Max covers the technical side — solar panel technology, battery storage, inverter systems, and installation best practices. He reviews installer certifications, equipment specifications, and keeps our hardware recommendations current with 2026 market developments.
Alex researches and writes Maryland Solar Guide's city guides, incentive articles, and financing guides. He tracks policy changes, grant program updates, and utility rate shifts to ensure every page reflects the most accurate and current information available.
What We Stand For
Every installer ranking is based on our 8-point methodology — certifications, reviews, warranties, pricing, and local expertise. No company can pay for placement.
We cover Maryland's specific utilities (BGE, Pepco, Potomac Edison), county incentives, permitting quirks, and real local pricing data. Not generic national content.
Incentive programs, electricity rates, and installer rankings change. We update our guides regularly — including when major changes happen like the federal ITC expiry.
We explain when solar might not make sense for a particular home, when lease terms should raise concerns, and when an incentive has caveats — not just the positive case.
Our goal is to help homeowners make confident decisions — not to drive leads for any particular installer. We recommend getting multiple quotes and comparing independently.
We're transparent about how we operate. We don't run ads, don't accept sponsored content, and don't have exclusive relationships with any installer or financing company.