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Top-Rated Solar panel pros in Solana Beach - Updated Nov 2026

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Get Smarter Solar
4.8(
35
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Solar Panels For Electric System - RepairSolar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Having Sunpower install our Solar panels has been a great experience. Arvin helped explain the system, process the paperwork, and made sure the installation and inspections were all done on time. Sunpower system has saved us alot in electrical costs. We are so happy with how this has turned out. Our system is actually performing 25% more efficiently than expected!! A big thanks to Arvin for all his help throughout this process."
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+18

Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Semper Solaris
4.7(
63
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Solar Panel Install

Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Semper Solaris Battery Installation Review I hired Semper Solaris to design and install a battery system tailored to my home?s needs, and I provided them with all necessary data upfront. Unfortunately, their proposed solution was not engineered appropriately and failed to meet expectations (I found out afterwards, since I am a Radio/Radar engineer, not a solar power engineer). The installation designers wanted to place the batteries in an unsuitable/ridiculous location and used a system that unnecessarily rewired my power panels, creating significant electrical complications. (As an electrical engineer, I recognized these choices as poor practice). After installation, I had to resolve account and software issues directly with Tesla, only to learn that the system had been improperly sized. Semper Solaris did not deliver the professional expertise I relied on."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Green Choice Energy, Inc.
4.9(
42
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Solar Panels For Electric System - Repair

Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had a wonderful experience with Marco from Green Choice Energy. A highly professional, knowledgeable, responsive, efficient and friendly solar technician. His persistence in quickly locating the problem with my solar system and his follow up with the manufacturer of the inverter saved me a great deal of money on the repair. I will be calling Marco again if the need ever arises. He and the company were great, and I highly recommend them."
Panel Maintenance
Panel Maintenance
Solar Breaker Replacement
Swapped out Breaker/ Bussing Replaced
Inverter Replacement

+11

Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NRG Clean Power
4.6(
52
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Solar Panel Install

Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are so excited that NRG helped us to install Solar Panels on our house in San Francisco! Their entire team was wonderful from their first presentation providing us with all the information to the completion of the installation. Their installation staff was wonderful and completed the project without a hitch. Nicole Greenwood our customer service rep kept us informed of each step along the way and made everything easy. We had gotten estimates from two other companies and are glad we went with NRG. No worries and a wonderful experience. We will recommend NRG without reservation. Thanks to your whole team! Marge B."
Rooftop Solar
Solar Installation
Solar Panel Install
Home Solar Install
Solar System Install

+5

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
MCKAY ROOFING AND SOLAR
5.0(
7
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Solar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For Business

Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We decided to upgrade to solar/battery. After extensive research we selected McKay (now Nuonenergy) for both re-roofing and solar/battery install. Reason for choosing them was due to competitive price, single source for both re-roofing and solar/battery install as well as a very helpful and friendly sales team. The install went smoothly. Explained workflow in advance the completed work in a timely fashion. Work was completed by different teams all of whom were professional and friendly. They left worksite clean and communicated next steps in advance so we could plan our day. System install now completed, including all inspections by city and electrical provider. Very satisfied with the service we received from McKay/Nuonenergy."
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OC Solar
4.9(
7
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Solar Panel Install

Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"i could not be happier with OC Solar, they deserve all of the hype! i have worked with Vinnie and the oc solar team for over 5 years and done many projects with their team. they are always on time, priced well, easy to work with, and the communication is excellent. itâ s hard to find good contractors, so when you find one, you have to tell people, and OC Solar is worth putting my name on the line for. we have had them install Tesla power walls for us, specifically the tesla power wall 3. they have installed Panasonic and q cell panels for us and the installation quality is top of the line. highly recommend, 10/10. choose ur installer wisely, los Angeles is not easy to work with, so i recommend a proven company like OC Solar"
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+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CleanTech Energy Solutions, Inc.
4.4(
68
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Solar Water Heater System - RepairSolar Water Heater System - InstallSolar Water Heater System - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had been struggling for months to get my solar hot water system functioning properly, and spent a lot of money in the process. In total frustration, i looked for another company to fix the problem. Clean Tech responded immediately to my telephone message and had a technician out the same day. Issues others had not been able to resolve were fixed in 20 minutes! The system has been operating efficiently since their service."
Solar Pool Heating
The Sunbank
Oceanside Morro Hills PV Array
Solar Pool Heating Array, Oceanside
Spring Valley Solar Installation

+33

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Baker Electric Home Energy
4.7(
111
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Solar Panel Install

Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1938

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’m so excited today. Baker Electric is completing the installation of my Tesla battery which will connect to my solar system. The entire process has been seamless. From the very beginning I received informative emails from the office keeping me up to date about required permits, process needs and what to expect next. As luck would have it, I also received a call that the workers could come to my home a day earlier than I was promised and they asked if I wanted them to start early! I knew when to anticipate their arrival and what they would need to get started on the project. Before the workers began the installation of my battery, they reviewed what the two-day process would look like and when to expect my electricity to be turned off. As they worked, they kept the work area clean, reminding me where they were in the process, and when the electricity would be off. No matter how many questions I asked, they acted like responding to me was a priority and didn’t walk away unti"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Solar Panels FAQs, answered by experts

The best solar panels to withstand hail are those rated UL 61730. These solar panels are certified to withstand hailstones up to 3 inches in diameter and travel at speeds up to 88 mph. IP68 solar panels are the next most resilient solar panel. Solar panels without these ratings can handle hail up to 1 inch in diameter that travels up to 50 miles per hour. If you live in an area with frequent or severe hailstorms, purchasing UL 61730 solar panels is often worth the investment.

It’s possible that installing solar panels can lead to mold on the roof. The panels themselves are not the issue. Problems caused by improper installation—such as roof leaks and mounts that aren’t sealed properly—can cause mold. Another potential cause of mold is debris accumulation under panels, which can trap moisture. If you live somewhere with extreme snow, rain, or hail, your home could be more prone to mold.

The best solar-panel mounting system will depend on your property layout, but you’ll typically want to try for south-facing panels to get the most sun. Roof mounting and wall mounting are both popular, but if your well setup is far away from buildings and other structures you can also set up a freestanding aluminum frame to mount your panels.

Not all homes are suited for solar panel systems. Older roofs or those in poor condition may need repairs or replacement before solar panels can be installed. Some other factors to consider are the amount of sunlight your roof receives, the roof’s orientation and pitch, and any shading from nearby trees or buildings.

The best way to save money on solar panels is to take advantage of federal and state solar incentives. For example, the solar investment tax credit (ITC) offered by the federal government can save 30% of your total—if you can take the entire credit, which is based on income taxes owed—or an average of around $9,000. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) for state and local incentives that could save you even more.

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