84/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 71 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 71 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Solar Installers in Carpinteria, CA (2026)
60 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Carpinteria: Nomadic Home Services, CR Score 84/100; 5.0★ from 71 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): August Roofing & Solar, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 60.
- 5
Most-reviewed: Elbow Grease Window Cleaning, 249 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 60 ranked; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
60 Carpinteria solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 7 are open 24/7, 32 open Saturdays and 20 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 60 rated businesses.
Top 10 solar installers in Carpinteria at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nomadic Home Services | 84 | 5.0★ (71) | Escondido, 14 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | August Roofing & Solar | 84 | 4.8★ (23) | Santa Barbara, 10 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Codella Solar & Associates | 84 | 5.0★ (19) | Ventura, 17 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 4 | SolarBliss Cleaning | 83 | 5.0★ (12) | Santa Barbara, 11 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Elbow Grease Window Cleaning | 83 | 5.0★ (249) | San Marcos, 25 mi away | Sat · Sun | Most reviews |
| 6 | Keep It Simple Solar | 83 | 5.0★ (42) | Calabasas, 36 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Almighty Window Cleaning | 82 | 5.0★ (88) | Santa Barbara, 11 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Sunrun Solar | 82 | 4.2★ (237) | Camarillo, 32 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 9 | Squeaky Clean Solar | 82 | 5.0★ (36) | Simi Valley, 38 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Scenes Clean | 81 | 5.0★ (33) | Camp Pendleton South, 21 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 60 best solar installers in Carpinteria, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Santa Barbara, 10 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 331 N Milpas St #2C, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Based in Ventura, 17 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 2300 Alessandro Dr #106, Ventura, CA 93001
Based in Santa Barbara, 11 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 10 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 1423 Shoreline Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
Based in San Marcos, 25 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 249 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (249).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 249 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–4 PM
Based in Calabasas, 36 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–7 PM · Sun 10 AM–3 PM
Based in Santa Barbara, 11 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 88 Google reviews, 88 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 88 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 314 W Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
#8 Sunrun Solar
Based in Camarillo, 32 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 237 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.2★ from 237 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 365 Camino Carillo C, Camarillo, CA 93012
Based in Simi Valley, 38 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar panel maintenance service”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
#10 Scenes Clean
Based in Camp Pendleton South, 21 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Camarillo, 36 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 2753 Teller Rd CA 91320, Newbury Park, CA 91320
Based in Carlsbad, 24 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#13 Sun Energy MSS
Based in Santa Barbara, 10 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun 7 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 9A N Calle Cesar Chavez, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Based in Oxnard, 23 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 751 Ivywood Dr Unit 751, Oxnard, CA 93030
#15 Coastal Solar
Based in Ventura, 19 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 92 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 4526 Telephone Rd UNIT 205, Ventura, CA 93003
#16 Tesla Solar
Based in Santa Barbara, 13 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Address
- 400 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Based in Santa Barbara, 10 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #17 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–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 311 E Carrillo St Suite C, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Based in Camarillo, 37 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.9★ from 149 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 3.9★ from 149 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 1200 Lawrence Dr Suite 180, Newbury Park, CA 91320
#19 Sol Shine USA
Based in Mira Monte, 35 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar panel maintenance service”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
#20 Solar Shine SB
Based in Goleta, 21 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar panel maintenance service”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#21 Action Energy
Based in Goleta, 20 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Carlsbad, 16 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
Based in Camarillo, 37 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews, 65 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 242 Redfield Ave, Newbury Park, CA 91320
Based in Santa Barbara, 17 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 110 Google reviews, 110 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 110 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 5380 Overpass Rd B, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Based in Camarillo, 37 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Solar installers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 60 ranked solar installers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Carpinteria
20 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 |
|---|---|---|
| AFC Plumbing & Solar | 5.0★ (2) | 32 mi |
| All Clean Solar | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| Alpha Sun Solar Service | 5.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
| ASE Solar Solutions | 5.0★ (2) | 29 mi |
| Blue Moon Electrical | 5.0★ (57) | In Carpinteria |
| Carpinteria Electric Gate Repair | 5.0★ (9) | In Carpinteria |
| DC Energy - Solar + Battery Back Up | 5.0★ (2) | 35 mi |
| INOV8 Electric | 5.0★ (2) | 25 mi |
| Isaac Electric | 5.0★ (4) | In Carpinteria |
| Luis Handyman & Roofing | 5.0★ (1) | 26 mi |
| Newbury Park Solar | 5.0★ (1) | 35 mi |
| Powered By The Sun | 5.0★ (1) | 32 mi |
| Seahouse by Warmington Residential | 4.5★ (2) | In Carpinteria |
| Solar Solutions Company | 5.0★ (1) | 35 mi |
| Solar System Oxnard LLC | 1.0★ (1) | 23 mi |
| SolarPanel Aesthetics & Tiles | 5.0★ (2) | 40 mi |
| Sunrun solar | 5.0★ (1) | 20 mi |
| Swift Electric | 5.0★ (1) | 30 mi |
| Tri Pointe Homes | In Carpinteria | |
| United Solar & Electric Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 27 mi |
How much do solar installers cost in Carpinteria?
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 |
How we ranked Carpinteria solar installers
We scored 60 Carpinteria 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 Carpinteria 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 Carpinteria: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Carpinteria?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Carpinteria, CA is Nomadic Home Services with a CR Score of 84/100. It has 5.0★ from 71 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. August Roofing & Solar (#2) and Codella Solar & Associates (#3) follow. We ranked 60 solar installers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Carpinteria?
ContractorsRanked ranks 60 solar installers serving Carpinteria, CA. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Carpinteria are open 24/7?
7 ranked solar installers in Carpinteria post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Nomadic Home Services (#1), August Roofing & Solar (#2) and Scenes Clean (#10). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Carpinteria work on weekends?
32 of 60 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 20 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Nomadic Home Services (#1), August Roofing & Solar (#2) and Codella Solar & Associates (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Carpinteria?
Solar panel installation typically costs $29,770 to $36,640, with $33,680 typical (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)). The range is adjusted for California. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Carpinteria solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 60 rated solar installers in Carpinteria is 5.0★, with a median of 16 reviews. Elbow Grease Window Cleaning has the most, 249 reviews, and ranks #5. 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 Carpinteria count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Carpinteria 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 Carpinteria
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 60 solar installers serving Carpinteria.
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