82/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Solar Installers in Belding, MI (2026)
14 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Belding: The Solar Difference, CR Score 82/100; 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 3
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Kearns Brothers, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 14.
- 4
Most-reviewed: SunPower®, 103 Google reviews at 3.5★, the most of 14 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
14 Belding solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 6 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 14 rated businesses.
Top 10 solar installers in Belding at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Solar Difference | 82 | 5.0★ (10) | Fort Wayne, 13 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Tiger Solar | 78 | 4.9★ (65) | Comstock Park, 22 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Kearns Brothers | 77 | 4.5★ (36) | Wyoming, 28 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | SunPower® | 75 | 3.5★ (103) | Grand Rapids, 20 mi away | Sat · Evenings | Most reviews |
| 5 | Quality Solar | 75 | 4.3★ (19) | Saint Johns, 34 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | TruHome Pros | 73 | 4.6★ (48) | Lansing, 40 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Augustine Solar | 73 | 5.0★ (35) | Allendale, 38 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | MI Solar And Roofing Pros | 73 | 4.8★ (27) | Allendale, 16 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Sky Energy Home Solutions | 71 | 4.2★ (69) | Lansing, 39 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Sol Solar / Solar pros / Freedom Forever | 70 | 4.5★ (35) | Lansing, 39 mi away | — | — |
The 14 best solar installers in Belding, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
#2 Tiger Solar
Based in Comstock Park, 22 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 65 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 848 W River Center Dr NE STE B, Comstock Park, MI 49321
Based in Wyoming, 28 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.5★ from 36 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.5★ from 36 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1416 44th St SW, Wyoming, MI 49509
#4 SunPower®
Based in Grand Rapids, 20 mi away
75/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.5★ from 103 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (103).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 3.5★ from 103 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–11 PM · Sat 10 AM–10 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 3040 Charlevoix Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Based in Saint Johns, 34 mi away
75/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.3★ from 19 Google reviews
- Address
- 701 W State St, St Johns, MI 48879
#6 TruHome Pros
Based in Lansing, 40 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 48 Google reviews, 48 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 48 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
- Address
- 7721 Lanac St, Lansing, MI 48917
Based in Allendale, 38 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 7208 Timbercreek Dr, Allendale, MI 49401
Based in Allendale, 16 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 27 Google reviews, 27 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 27 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 10 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
Based in Lansing, 39 mi away
71/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 69 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.2★ from 69 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 6540 Millennium Dr, Lansing, MI 48917
Based in Lansing, 39 mi away
70/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.5★ from 35 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 5786 W Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917
Based in Rockford, 23 mi away
70/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
#12 The Green Panel
Based in Byron Center, 30 mi away
69/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 7978 Clyde Park Ave SW Suite #100, Byron Center, MI 49315
#13 Portable Sun LLC
Based in Grand Rapids, 24 mi away
67/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 37 Google reviews, 37 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 37 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1650 Broadway Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Based in Grand Rapids, 29 mi away
64/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.6★ from 67 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 2.6★ from 67 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 4346 Leonard St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534
Also serving Belding
11 more solar installers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort First Heating & Cooling | 38 mi | |
| Ensign Electrical | 4.7★ (12) | In Belding |
| Green Solar LLC | 13 mi | |
| Helios Solar LLC - Shop | 34 mi | |
| M & I Solar Energy Company | 20 mi | |
| Modern Mill Solar | 34 mi | |
| New Energy Solutions, LLC | 13 mi | |
| Ostrander Windows, Siding & Roofing, Inc | 3.9★ (38) | In Belding |
| Solar Strategies | 5.0★ (1) | 30 mi |
| Solarcan | 25 mi | |
| West Michigan Solar | 16 mi |
How much do solar installers cost in Belding?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Michigan with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar panel installation | $26,020 | $29,430 | $32,010 | Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How we ranked Belding solar installers
We scored 14 Belding solar installers on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Belding data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Solar installers in Belding: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Belding?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Belding, MI is The Solar Difference with a CR Score of 82/100. It has 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Tiger Solar (#2) and Kearns Brothers (#3) follow. We ranked 14 solar installers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Belding?
ContractorsRanked ranks 14 solar installers serving Belding, MI. Another 11 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Belding are open 24/7?
2 ranked solar installers in Belding post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are The Solar Difference (#1) and Kearns Brothers (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Belding work on weekends?
6 of 14 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Solar Difference (#1), Kearns Brothers (#3) and SunPower® (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Belding?
Solar panel installation typically costs $26,020 to $32,010, with $29,430 typical (Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for Michigan. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Belding solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 14 rated solar installers in Belding is 4.5★, with a median of 36 reviews. SunPower® has the most, 103 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank solar installers?
Each solar installer gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do solar installers outside Belding count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Belding city center, our service radius for solar installers. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Update log for Belding
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 14 solar installers serving Belding.
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