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Top-Rated Solar panel pros in Carmichael - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Aztec Solar Inc
Aztec Solar Inc
4.5(
68
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Solar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For BusinessSolar Panels For Electric System - Repair+1 more

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Got new hot water heater, but they said they were unable to assess the solar panel or install a new solar system.Strange, since they advertise solar hot water systems. I now do not have solar powered hot water heater, but have a regular electric one."
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+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for NRG Clean Power
NRG Clean Power
4.6(
52
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Solar Panel Install

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After having a nightmare working with two smaller companies, I decided to go to NRG Clean Power for my solar needs. I?m understating when I say the experience was like night and day: efficiency, communication, and progress the whole way forward. Before I knew it, my installation was complete and my solar equipment was operational. I want to thank Miles in particular for his hard work and constantly being available to answer my questions. Everyone does their job right at this company. Wonderful experience and I?m saving money while helping the environment!"
Rooftop Solar
Solar Installation
Solar Panel Install
Home Solar Install
Solar System Install

+5

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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LEGENDARY ELECTRIC, LLC
5.0(
19
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Solar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For Business

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff was great to work with. He took the extra time to discuss questions we had while making sure our solar project was managed seamlessly from start to finish. Everything was planned for and taken care of, down to the small details where his crew took the time to color match the new electrical conduit on the roof as well as on the exterior wall of the house. The entire process was completed in a timely matter, from the initial planning stages, through permits, installation and inspections."
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Brian P
Brian P
Brian P
roof top solar

+1

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Sun Kiss Solar
4.5(
52
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Solar Panels For Electric System - RepairSolar Panels For Electric System - Repair - For Business

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Others wanted weeks to come out to just diagnose the problem. I talked to Jon on a Friday and he came out on Monday. He diagnosed the problem to be the inverter which was under warranty. Jon handled all the warranty stuff and replaced it the next day it arrived. We added some panels to optimize my inverter capacity. So it is now fixed and producing more power than before. I highly recommend Sun Kiss Solar."
Response time2 days
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for Sierra Pacific Home & Comfort, Inc.
Sierra Pacific Home & Comfort, Inc.
4.4(
82
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Solar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - RepairSolar Water Heater System - Install+1 more

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I purchased a new solar panel system for our pool. From the sales process to installation things went smoothly. Although the work ran into the next day due to a tech being unavailable to make the install, Triston and his crew Jeshua, Erik and Jace did a fantastic job. Triston kept me informed all through the process. I?ve been a satisfied customer of Sierra Pacific for many years."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Valley Solar, Inc.
4.8(
3
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Solar Panels For Electric System - Install - For Business

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Valley Solar was one of the few companies that we talked to that actually listened to what we wanted. We wanted a solar system with a backup battery to protect against the PG&E "safety" blackouts. Most companies just proposed their standard "cookie cutter" solar system with no battery. When we reminded them that we wanted a battery the usual response was something like, "We should be able to add a battery to this system" - not very confidence inspiring. Valley Solar came with a plan that included exactly what we were asking for. They also had a no-battery system to show us in case we wanted to save some money. The installation went smoothly. The crew was very professional and did a clean and good looking job. They were always ready to explain what they were doing and why they were doing it. There were only a couple of negatives. The first was the length of time it took from signing the contract to getting the system installed. The contract was signed on November 26, 2019. It stated an estimated start date of January 15, 2020 and an estimated completion date of February 15, 2020. The actual installation did not take place until the first week of March. The second negative involved the inverter which they chose to use. It was made by Solar Edge, and can be programmed in to function in different ways. One thing that can be changed is the amount of battery energy to reserve for backup protection. This is something that we would like to change at times. If we are going to be away from home for a while, we would like to set this value much higher than when we are at home. The priorities of how the solar energy is split between being used in our home, charging the battery, and sending to PG&E may need changing as PG&E's rate structure changes. The problem is that no provision is made for the customer (who is the owner of the system) to make these changes. We have to call Valley Solar whenever a change has to be made. This makes changing the battery reserve when we go away impractical. We had Valley Solar change the settings when PG&E switched us from the "Tiered" rate plan to the "Time-of-Use" plan. But what about future changes, if Valley Solar, or Solar Edge, is no longer in business? Maybe all inverters have this same problem, which would mean that this is not the fault of Valley Solar. Despite the negatives, we are pleased with Valley Solar, and would recommend them to anyone considering solar energy."
5.4 kW Rooftop Solar System
7.2 kW Ground Mounted Solar Array
11.88 kW Rooftop Solar Array
6.54 kw Rooftop Solar Installation
9.72 kW Ground Mounted Solar Array

+6

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Spartan Home Services
Spartan Home Services
4.5(
17
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Solar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For Business

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently moved up to Grass Valley and have started the process of going mostly off grid. I found Spartan with a little googling. At first I thought their prices might be on the higher side, as they looked more professional and had higher end products. But after I got quoted from a couple other guys Spartan came in very fair. Mike was a wealth of knowledge on the sales side and the internal office was super organized and kept me aware of everything. There was a slight hold up from the county but Madison filled me in and I was never at a loss for info. Final project installed and it looks great! Brian and his guys came out and weâ re done in two days once the ball got rolling. Time to start seeing the savings and not to be so reliant on PG&E. Overall Iâ m really happy and glad I chose this outfit over the rest."
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Tiger Paw

+24

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by21%of homeowners
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Solar Panels FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, it is possible to install solar panels on a tar and gravel roof, but it is not the ideal roofing material for a solar installation. The process requires roof penetrations to install the solar racking system. While installers will seal these penetrations, they still increase the risk of leaks. This risk is higher on tar and gravel roofs, which are often flat. Flat roofs are more prone to leaks than sloped roofs because they can pool water during heavy rain and hold snow for longer periods, exposing the roof to more moisture.

No, you cannot turn on a new solar system before inspection. The inspector checks that the system is correctly connected to the grid and that safety components and features are in place. This process prevents problems on the electrical grid and offers protection against fire in your home. 

Your local utility company may also require inspection documentation before you can connect to the grid. An inspection can ensure solar power efficiency and determine how you might increase it.

Yes, solar panel installation will require permits. The required permits will depend on where you live, as some states and cities have solar-specific permits, while others only require electrical permits to connect to the grid. In either case, it’s best to hire a reputable solar installer in your area, as a representative should handle all of the necessary permitting for you and will include the cost of the permits in your initial solar estimate.

In most states, solar installers need to be licensed and insured as solar professionals, although some states don’t have specific requirements for installers. You can use our state licensing tool to check if an installer you’re considering hiring holds the proper licensing. No matter where you live, a member of your solar panel installation company must be a certified electrician to connect your panels to your home and the electric grid.

Solar panels have a life span between 10 and 40 years, depending on the type of panel. For example, monocrystalline panels can last up to 40 years, while thin-film ones only last between 10 and 20 years. The longevity also comes down to keeping up with solar panel repairs and their related costs .

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