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

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Smart Wave Solar, LLC
4.7(
25
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Solar Panel Install

Serving Thornton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Smart Wave Solar did a superb job of every thing from start to finish with installing my solar panels. After comparing them to many other companies they were by far the least expensive for top quality panels. Even with Covid stuff going on that caused some pinch points they manged to get things done in a reasonable time frame. I am happy so far with my purchase, the service and the over all results of their work. Would highly recommend them to anyone looking to get into solar."
Completed Solar Installs
Completed Solar Installs
Completed Solar Installs
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Maximize
5.0(
11
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Solar Panels For Electric System - RepairSolar Panel Install

Serving Thornton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The tech showed up a little early which I appreciated; nothing worse than being late for an appointment. He quickly diagnosed the issue with our solar system and is working to get a new inverter under warranty from the manufacturer. He also installed a critter guard to keep the birds from nesting under our panels."
Sys. removal-n-reinstall
Sys. removal-n-reinstall
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Precision Plumbing Heating Cooling Electric
4.5(
198
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Solar Water Heater System - Repair

Serving Thornton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Jeff Scott is knowledgeable, and very friendly. He answered all my questions about heat pumps, furnaces and on demand water heaters. He worked quickly and efficiently and was very helpful."
Response time6 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Plumbing Tree
4.4(
33
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallSolar Water Heater System - Install - For BusinessSolar Water Heater System - Repair+1 more

Serving Thornton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initially I requested an estimate for a plumbing project already in progress with some challenges. Keith responded immediately to get details and schedule to come out to look at what was needed. He proposed a solution that eliminated any impact to walls or tile to replace old valves and faucets. He and his team completed the work on time and were neat and professional and results were better than I expected. There was no damage at all to what was old tile. I subsequently had him assess an old water heater and decided to replace it. It had to go into a very small areas and be upgraded to code and he was able to solution the replacement to fit perfectly in the limited space. Previously on the project we had noticed a periodic odor of gas but no one had verified a source. Keith identified a leak in the area of the furnace right next to the water heater. We had decided to upgrade the furnace and AC and again Keith and his team were able to get an order in quickly, get the install done exactly as committed and fixed the gas leak in the process. Based on the quality of work performed in each case and the expertise of the team I hired Plumbing Tree again to assess an old furnace and AC at my primary residence. The furnace had been failing at the end of the winter but I waited for summer to replace and it had deteriorated and was not safe. Keith evaluated and gave me two options and was able to get the order in immediately after I decided to go ahead. He scheduled the install within a few days. His crew was on time and completed the install of furnace and AC in one day. Again they were neat, efficient, described all the changes from the old furnace and thermostat to the new and answered all my questions. Everything has been functioning just as I expected for both heat and AC. I recommend Plumbing Tree for these services based on quality and reliability - also cost was competitive and the team they used had the expertise required. Additionally they were easy to work with and I plan to use them again on another project. Thanks Keith and team- I appreciate the quality work!"
Whole whole where pipe bursting line
Plumbing Project
Whole in yard whole in. It’s street at city tap
Plumbing Project
Heating & A/C Project

+58

Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Solar Side Up LLC
4.2(
5
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Solar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For Business

Serving Thornton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Welcome to Solar Side Up, where we’ve been helping Colorado harness the power of the sun long before solar energy "became a thing." As one of Colorado's best-kept secrets, we’re proudly serving our local community along the Front Range.\n\nAs Colorado’s only local Enphase Platinum Installer, and the EnergySage Local Installer of the Year in 2024, our team is passionate about delivering quality solutions for clean, renewable energy that benefit both your wallet & the planet.

Fall Installation
Newer Build Install
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Standard Renewable Energy
3.5(
4
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Solar Panel InstallSolar Water Heater System - Install

Serving Thornton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The solar electric system is now installed and functional 5.5 KW Grid tie system. Standard Relewable sub-contracted much of the work, and I had to deal with several Standard Renewable people over the course of the project. I paid in two payments by credit card. They were very slow to make arrengements to take the second payment. There were several times when it was difficult to get response by email. I emailed several times to make the final payment, and could not get them to do so. The conduit in the Attic is run so that it crosses open space at head knocking height. Over all the system is installed and working, but lacks fine touches"
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Solar Panels FAQs, answered by experts

Although solar panels harness the sun's power, they come at an environmental cost. The manufacturing process requires large amounts of water and involves hazardous materials like cadmium, silicon, and gallium arsenide. These materials don’t pose safety hazards while the panels are in use but can pose a problem when left in landfills. Over time, hazardous materials can leach into the environment. This is why recycling solar panels whenever possible is better than taking them to landfills.

You shouldn’t hook up a solar panel directly to a battery. That can damage the solar battery and your appliances over time. Instead, install a charge controller between your solar panel and solar battery. Charge controllers regulate voltage, prevent overcharging, and minimize the amount of electrical current to protect your battery from voltage spikes.

Solar panels should get at least four to six hours of direct sunlight daily. It’s even better if sunlight reaches panels between the peak hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. This is enough to power a home, depending on your solar system’s size and energy needs. Remember that panels will generate some power under cloudy skies or in the shade, and many systems compensate for lower sun exposure by drawing energy from the grid or battery storage.

There are a few great questions to ask a solar contractor or inspector when you speak to them. You’ll probably want to find out about the energy yield and efficiency of your array, ensuring the actual output matches the amount you calculated when installing the array in the first place. It’s also a good idea to find out about any damage or wear and tear on the array and to inquire about how soon you need to make repairs or replacements to essential components.

Professionals use the same methods to install solar shingles that they do for asphalt shingles, so you’ll often see a similar installation timeline of one to two days. The amount of time required will depend on the size and slope of your roof and the number of shingles installed. Weather conditions can delay installation, as working on a roof is unsafe during high winds or heavy rain.

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