Aerial view of a residential rooftop solar panel installation in Nova Scotia
Bedford, Nova Scotia • Serving Halifax, South Shore, The Valley & Cape Breton

Tired of NS Power Bills?
Own Your Energy With Solar, Without Eating Your Savings.

Generate it. Use it. Bank it. OYO Energy designs and installs solar and battery systems for Nova Scotia homes and businesses, built for our climate, backed by a local crew from first quote to final commission.

Zero Subcontractors
Decades Combined Experience
NS Power Interconnection Handled
Local Nova Scotia Crew
Own Your Own Energy
Zero Subcontractors
NS Power & Net Metering Experts
Serving All of Nova Scotia

Solar Systems

Own the energy your roof produces.

Battery Storage

Keep the lights on when the grid goes down.

Solar + Battery

Full energy independence for your property.

Off-Grid Systems

Solar for cottages, farms, and remote properties.

OYO Energy branded sprinter van at a Nova Scotia solar installation site
Bedford, NS
Serving Atlantic Canada
About OYO Energy

Local Expertise. National Experience.
Built For Atlantic Canada.

OYO Energy is a Nova Scotia based solar and battery company serving homeowners and businesses across Atlantic Canada. We specialize in designing and installing high-performance renewable energy systems built for our region's climate, infrastructure, and energy needs.

Residential Solar Solutions: take control of your electricity bills with a custom solar system designed for your home.

Commercial Solar Support: lower operating expenses and strengthen your business's sustainability.

20+
Years Combined Experience
0
Subcontractors
NS
Owned & Operated
Our Services

Solar & Battery Solutions For Nova Scotia Homes & Businesses

Residential Solar

Take control of your electricity costs with a custom-designed solar system built specifically for your home.

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Commercial Solar

Lower operating expenses and strengthen your energy strategy with scalable commercial solar solutions.

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Battery Storage Solutions

Solar works even better with energy storage. Our advanced battery systems provide dependable backup power.

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OYO Energy technicians inspecting rooftop solar panels in Nova Scotia
20+
Years Combined
Why Choose OYO Energy?

Why Nova Scotia Chooses OYO.
On Your Own Energy, Power Your Future.

OYO Energy integrates solar power seamlessly into your property, maximizing energy efficiency while minimizing environmental impact. Our tailored solutions are designed to meet your energy goals, whether it's reducing bills, increasing resilience, or supporting sustainability.

  • NS Power rates keep rising. Your solar bill never will.
  • Generate it. Use it. Bank it. Clean energy that pays you back.
  • We know what works in Atlantic weather.
  • Halifax to Cape Breton, we serve all of Nova Scotia and the Maritimes.
  • Zero subcontractors. Your crew from first quote to final commission.
  • We handle all permits, NS Power interconnection, and utility paperwork.
What It Actually Costs

Average System Cost & Break-Even for Nova Scotia Homes

Figures below reflect a typical 8 kW residential system sized for an average Nova Scotia home. Your exact numbers depend on your roof, usage, and municipality; a free assessment gets you real figures.

8 kW
Average System Size
Sized for a home using ~9,000 kWh/yr
$26,000
Typical Installed Cost
Before financing or applicable incentives
Year 11
Average Break-Even
Point where savings overtake system cost
$0 $20k $40k $60k $80k Year 0 Year 5 Year 11 Year 18 Year 25 BREAK-EVEN ~$97k lifetime (no solar) ~$45k lifetime (with solar)
Cost of staying on NS Power
Cost of going solar with OYO
Break-even point

Illustrative cumulative cost comparison for an 8 kW system on the current NS Power Domestic Service Tariff (18.187¢/kWh plus $19.17 monthly base charge), assuming continued 3.5% average annual rate increases. Actual costs depend on your roof, usage, financing, and applicable incentives. Ask us for a figure specific to your home.

Your Savings At A Glance

Monthly, Annual & Lifetime Savings

Based on an average 8 kW residential system offsetting roughly 90% of a typical Nova Scotia home's electricity use.

Solar design and production versus consumption forecast for a Bedford, Nova Scotia home
~$1,680
Avg. Annual Savings
Savings PeriodEstimated AmountNotes
Monthly~$140Reduction in your average NS Power bill
Annual~$1,680Compounds as NS Power rates continue to rise
25-Year Lifetime~$46,500Net savings after system cost, before financing
Incentives Used In This Estimate

Program availability changes. Always confirm current terms with OYO Energy before signing.

ProgramValueStatusNotes
NS Power Net Metering~18.187¢/kWh creditActive1:1 retail rate, 12-month rollover, province-wide
Halifax Solar City (PACE)4.75% fixed / 10 yrActiveHRM property owners, repaid via property tax
Clean Energy Financing (PACE)Low fixed rate / 10–15 yrActiveAvailable in several NS municipalities
Federal Clean Tech ITC30% of system costActiveCommercial and business projects only
Efficiency NS SolarHomes$0.30/W up to $3,000ClosedProgram ended, not included in estimate
Canada Greener Homes GrantUp to $5,000ClosedClosed to new applicants, not included
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Programs Reviewed

Figures are non-binding estimates for an average 8 kW residential system based on the current NS Power Domestic Service Tariff and active provincial and municipal programs. Your actual system size, cost, and savings depend on your roof, energy use, and location. Request a free assessment for numbers specific to your home.

Halifax, Nova Scotia cityscape

Get The Numbers For Your Home

Send a recent NS Power bill and we'll tell you your real offset percentage, system cost, and 25-year savings, not a generic estimate.

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Why Local Matters

We're Not a National Chain That Landed in Nova Scotia

A lot of solar companies advertising here are call centres in another province, dispatching whichever subcontracted crew happens to be free that week. OYO Energy is headquartered at 2 Bluewater Rd in Bedford. When you call, you reach the same team that will be on your roof.

That matters for more than convenience. Our racking, fastening, and weatherproofing choices are built around Nova Scotia's wind, snow load, and salt air, details a company designing for Arizona sun doesn't think about.

Residential solar panel installation completed on a Nova Scotia rooftop
How We Actually Work

Real Numbers Before You Sign Anything

Every quote we send is built from your actual NS Power billing history, not a satellite guess. Our published case studies are real client proposals with real system costs and real savings, not marketing averages dressed up to look precise.

We handle your building permit and NS Power interconnection directly. No handoff to a subcontractor, no second company showing up to finish what another one started.

Testimonials

What Our Customers Across Nova Scotia & The Maritimes Say

"We couldn't be happier with our new solar system. OYO Energy's team explained everything clearly, helped us with incentives, and delivered a flawless installation. It's great to see our home powered by the sun and reduce our carbon footprint."

Daniel T.Charlottetown, PEI

"OYO Energy made the entire solar installation process so easy. From the initial consultation to the final connection, their team was knowledgeable and attentive. Our electricity bills have dropped significantly, and we love knowing we're using clean energy."

Jane M.Halifax, NS
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Service Area

Proudly Serving Nova Scotia & The Maritimes

From Bedford to Cape Breton, our local crew installs solar and battery systems for homeowners and businesses across the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

Solar in Nova Scotia: What Homeowners Ask Us Most

Straight answers to the questions we hear most from Nova Scotia homeowners considering solar.

Is solar actually worth it in Nova Scotia?
Yes, for most homeowners. Nova Scotia's electricity rates have climbed steadily for years and are set to keep rising, while a properly sized solar system locks in a large share of your household's power cost at close to today's price for 25 years. Combined with NS Power's 1:1 net metering and no-money-down PACE financing in eligible municipalities, most of our clients see positive monthly cash flow from the day their system goes live. See our real case studies for actual numbers, not estimates.
How much does a solar system cost in Nova Scotia?
Based on our recent client proposals, residential systems typically run $16,000 to $46,000 installed before financing, depending on system size. A 7.5 kW system runs around $16,700 all-in, while an 18 kW system runs closer to $44,000. See our full financing guide for a size-by-size cost table.
How long does it take to pay off a solar system?
Cash payback on our recent client projects ranged from 9 to 11 years. Financed systems vary depending on the loan term chosen: a 30-year term produces the lowest monthly payment, while a 10-year term pays off faster and produces a lower long-term effective electricity rate. See our solar financing page for a full breakdown.
What areas of Nova Scotia does OYO Energy serve?
We install across Halifax and Bedford, the South Shore including Bridgewater and Lunenburg, the Annapolis Valley, and Cape Breton including Sydney. We are headquartered in Bedford at 2 Bluewater Rd.
Does Nova Scotia still offer solar rebates?
The SolarHomes rebate closed in April 2025 and the federal Greener Homes Grant closed in 2024. What remains, and what actually drives most of the long-term savings, is NS Power's net metering program and municipal PACE financing like Halifax Solar City and Bridgewater's Clean Energy Financing. See our full incentives and rebates guide for current program status.
What equipment does OYO Energy install?
We standardize on LONGi Tier-1 monocrystalline panels, Hoymiles microinverters, and Pion Solar racking with full engineering approval, the same components documented on every one of our real client proposals. See our equipment page for full specifications and warranty details.
Our Partners
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