• By Best Solar Company PK
  • 18 Jun, 2026
  • Net Metering
  • 6 min read

If you have been thinking about going solar in Pakistan, you have probably heard about the recent change from net metering to net billing. It is the biggest policy shift the rooftop solar market has seen in years, and it has left a lot of homeowners confused about whether solar still makes sense. The short answer is yes — but how you design your system now matters more than ever.

What is the difference?

Under the old net-metering system, the units you exported to the grid were credited against the units you imported at almost the same rate — close to a one-for-one swap. Net billing changes this. Now the electricity you send to the grid is bought back at a lower fixed rate, while the electricity you draw from the grid is still charged at the normal tariff. In simple terms, exporting surplus power to the grid is no longer as rewarding as it used to be.

The new rules reward systems that use solar power directly and store the surplus — instead of dumping it onto the grid for a low buyback rate.

Does solar still save you money?

Absolutely. The value of solar now comes mainly from self-consumption — using the electricity you generate to run your own home or business during the day, instead of buying expensive units from the grid. With electricity tariffs continuing to climb, every unit you produce and use yourself is a unit you do not have to pay for. For most households, that is where the real saving is.

How to design a smart system in 2026

  • Right-size your system to match your daytime usage so you consume most of what you generate.
  • Add a battery so surplus daytime energy powers your evenings instead of being exported cheaply.
  • Choose a hybrid inverter that can prioritise solar, battery and grid intelligently.
  • Get a professional load assessment before buying — oversized export-heavy systems no longer pay back as fast.

The takeaway: net billing has not killed solar, it has changed the winning strategy. A well-designed system with the right inverter and some storage will still cut your bills dramatically and protect you from load-shedding.

Best Solar Company PK designs and installs reliable solar systems in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Lahore, Multan and Taunsa Sharif. Contact us for a free survey and the best advice for your home or business.