Electric Bills Are About to Rise in Lexington
If you live in Lexington or surrounding areas like Georgetown, Nicholasville, or Versailles, you’re likely a Kentucky Utilities (KU) customer—and your electric bill is about to increase.
📈 Here’s What’s Happening:
- KU has filed a request with the Kentucky Public Service Commission to increase electric rates by 11.5%, beginning January 1, 2026
- For an average household using 1,085 kWh/month, this would add approximately $18.14/month to your electric bill
→ That’s over $217 more per year, even if your energy usage stays the same. - The rate hike is aimed at funding:
- Grid reliability upgrades
- Storm-hardening infrastructure
- Replacing aging poles, wires, and substations
- This is KU’s first base rate increase since 2020, ending a multi-year freeze
💸 What This Means for Lexington Homeowners
- Starting in 2026, you’ll be paying significantly more for the same amount of electricity.
- And with inflation, infrastructure investments, and weather-related grid improvements ongoing, future increases are highly likely.
☀️ Why Solar Is the Smart Solution Right Now
Installing solar with Icon Solar lets you:
Generate your own electricity and drastically reduce (or eliminate) your KU charges
Lock in energy costs for 25+ years, no matter what KU does
Protect against future rate increases
Take advantage of the 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (expires December 31, 2025)
⚠️ The Window Is Closing
With KU rates increasing in 2026 and solar incentives phasing out, 2025 is the ideal year to make the switch.
📞 Schedule your expert solar consultation with Icon Solar today.
Discover how much you could save—and lock in your energy independence before rate hikes hit your mailbox.