30 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
Best overall in California City: PENNIES A/C - SOLAR & CONSTRUCTION, CR Score 60/100; 5.0★ from 1,560 Google reviews; open 24/7.
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): The Squeegee Crew LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 30.
Most-reviewed: Vibe Solar, 487 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 30 ranked after PENNIES A/C - SOLAR & CONSTRUCTION; ranked #4.
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30 California City solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 6 are open 24/7, 16 open Saturdays and 12 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 30 rated businesses.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PENNIES A/C - SOLAR & CONSTRUCTION | 60 | 5.0★ (1,560) | Lancaster, 34 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | PJ Solar Cleaning & Bird Proofing | 58 | 5.0★ (292) | Barstow, 40 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | The Squeegee Crew LLC | 57 | 4.9★ (190) | North Hills, 6 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | Vibe Solar | 57 | 5.0★ (487) | Lancaster, 33 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 5 | Xynergy Power | 54 | 3.7★ (3) | Rosedale, 11 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Clearview Solar | 54 | 5.0★ (8) | California City | — | — |
| 7 | Smart Choice Solar | 54 | 5.0★ (20) | Lancaster, 34 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Sunrun Solar | 53 | 4.2★ (161) | Palmdale, 38 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 9 | Hybrid-Pro Cleaning Services | 53 | 5.0★ (266) | Palmdale, 39 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Smart Coast Energy LLC | 53 | 4.1★ (9) | Palmdale, 35 mi away | 24/7 | — |
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 1,560 Google reviews, the most in California City.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Barstow, 40 mi away
Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 292 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in North Hills, 6 mi away
Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 190 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lancaster, 33 mi away
Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 487 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rosedale, 11 mi away
Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in California City
Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lancaster, 34 mi away
Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Palmdale, 38 mi away
Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 161 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Palmdale, 39 mi away
Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 266 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Palmdale, 35 mi away
Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lancaster, 36 mi away
Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Burbank, 13 mi away
Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ridgecrest, 36 mi away
Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Palmdale, 37 mi away
Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 148 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in California City
Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Palmdale, 37 mi away
Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Clovis, 32 mi away
Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cathedral City, 28 mi away
Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Quartz Hill, 35 mi away
Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Palmdale, 37 mi away
Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Palmdale, 37 mi away
Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ridgecrest, 39 mi away
Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lancaster, 33 mi away
Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rosamond, 14 mi away
Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy equipment supplier”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Rosamond, 21 mi away
Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Starseed Energy Inc | 46 | 5.0★ (8) | 23 mi |
| 27 | Advanced Conservation Systems, Inc. | 43 | 4.1★ (35) | 33 mi |
| 28 | Rexel | 43 | 4.4★ (8) | 33 mi |
| 29 | Yelton's Flooring and Construction | 43 | 3.9★ (7) | 30 mi |
| 30 | Electri-Com, Inc. | 42 | 4.0★ (12) | 34 mi |
18 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Antelope Valley Solar Ranch | 5.0★ (1) | 35 mi |
| Discount Solar USA | 5.0★ (2) | 32 mi |
| EcoHomeSolution | 40 mi | |
| Mexellence Solar Panel Cleaning | 5.0★ (2) | 33 mi |
| Mohr Power Solar Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 40 mi |
| No Limit Solar | 5.0★ (1) | 37 mi |
| Rosamond Solar | 5.0★ (1) | 30 mi |
| Sidewinder Solar | 5.0★ (1) | 39 mi |
| SoCal Energy Group LLC | 37 mi | |
| Solar Energy Backup Batteries | 39 mi | |
| Solar Martínez | In California City | |
| SolarCare Solutions, LLC. | 39 mi | |
| SolarLeads club | 33 mi | |
| Solen Energy Construction | 39 mi | |
| Steel Construction CA | 31 mi | |
| Strategic Solar | 36 mi | |
| Sun power | 31 mi | |
| Your Free Sun | 5.0★ (2) | 40 mi |
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for California with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar panel installation | $29,770 | $33,680 | $36,640 | Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 1.08 Pacific factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
We scored 30 California City solar installers on ten 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. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, 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 California City data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |