88/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Solar Installers in Charleston, SC (2026)
41 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Charleston: Southeast Energy Resources, CR Score 88/100; 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 7
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Flowertown Solar Systems, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #7 of 41.
- 11
Most-reviewed: SunPower®, 465 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 41 ranked; ranked #11.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
41 Charleston solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 21 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 41 rated businesses.
Top 10 solar installers in Charleston at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southeast Energy Resources | 88 | 5.0★ (15) | Charleston | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Live Oak Energy Systems | 86 | 4.9★ (104) | Ladson, 18 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | U.S. Renewable Power | 85 | 4.9★ (78) | Charleston | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Second Sunrise Solar | 84 | 4.9★ (53) | Charleston | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Primitive Success Group | 84 | 5.0★ (11) | Charleston | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Legacy Solar Solutions | 84 | 5.0★ (33) | Charleston | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Flowertown Solar Systems | 83 | 4.6★ (9) | Summerville, 22 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 8 | goose creek property maintenance | 83 | 4.7★ (77) | Charleston | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Boss Energy | 83 | 4.9★ (139) | Charleston | — | — |
| 10 | SCSP Solar | 83 | 4.6★ (46) | Charleston | Sat | — |
The 41 best solar installers in Charleston, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Ladson, 18 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 104 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 104 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 3501 Iron Horse Rd, Ladson, SC 29456
Based in Charleston
85/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 78 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 78 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 677 King St 3rd floor, Charleston, SC 29403
Based in Charleston
84/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 53 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 537 Long Point Rd Suite 203, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Based in Charleston
84/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 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 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8:30 AM–11 PM
- Address
- 460 King St Office 11, Charleston, SC 29403
Based in Charleston
84/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 12 Palomino Ct, Charleston, SC 29407
Based in Summerville, 22 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 616 S Magnolia St, Summerville, SC 29483
Based in Charleston
83/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 77 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 77 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#9 Boss Energy
Based in Charleston
83/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 139 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 139 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 4365 Dorchester Rd #301, Charleston, SC 29405
#10 SCSP Solar
Based in Charleston
83/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 46 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 460 King St Office 11, Charleston, SC 29403
#11 SunPower®
Based in North Charleston, 13 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 465 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (465).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.3★ from 465 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–12 AM · Sat 10 AM–10 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 3251 Landmark Dr Ste #242, North Charleston, SC 29418
Based in Charleston
82/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 180 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
#13 Brightest Solar
Based in Charleston
82/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Address
- 170 Meeting St Suite 110, Charleston, SC 29401
#14 Solarize U.S.
Based in Charleston
81/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Address
- 520 Folly Rd ste 237, Charleston, SC 29412
#15 Rose Energy LLC
Based in North Charleston, 11 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 6650 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406
Based in Charleston
81/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
#17 EMPWR Solar
Based in Charleston
80/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 268 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.4★ from 268 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1007 Johnnie Dodds Blvd suite 111, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Based in Charleston
80/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1156 Bowman Rd Ste 200, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Based in Charleston
80/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 460 King St Office 11, Charleston, SC 29403
Based in Charleston
79/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1064 Gardner Rd Suite 309, Charleston, SC 29407
Based in Charleston
79/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 495 Jessen Ln, Charleston, SC 29492
#22 LGCY Power
Based in Charleston
78/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 77 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.4★ from 77 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 7410 Northside Dr Suite #240, Charleston, SC 29420
#23 Right Fit Solar
Based in North Charleston, 11 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
- Address
- 6650 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406
#24 Prizm Power
Based in Charleston
78/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
Based in Charleston
78/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 79 Google reviews, 79 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 79 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 490 Jessen Ln, Charleston, SC 29492
All 41 solar installers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #41, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Southern Current | 78 | 4.3★ (56) | In Charleston |
| 27 | SeaDragon Home Services | 77 | 5.0★ (10) | In Charleston |
| 28 | Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar | 76 | 4.4★ (349) | In Charleston |
| 29 | Sunder Energy - 843 Office | 76 | 5.0★ (4) | 13 mi |
| 30 | Greenleap Solar | 75 | 5.0★ (46) | 33 mi |
| 31 | SC Solar Energy | 74 | 4.1★ (18) | In Charleston |
| 32 | Shine Construction, LLC | 74 | 5.0★ (43) | In Charleston |
| 33 | LGCY Power | 73 | 3.0★ (4) | 20 mi |
| 34 | All-Star Cleaning Co. | 72 | 5.0★ (47) | 10 mi |
| 35 | Holy City Soft Wash LLC | 71 | 5.0★ (5) | 18 mi |
| 36 | QSR SMART HOME | 71 | 5.0★ (5) | In Charleston |
| 37 | Alpha Omega Construction Group, Inc. | 71 | 4.7★ (115) | 18 mi |
| 38 | Hannah Solar Government Services LLC | 70 | 5.0★ (3) | 20 mi |
| 39 | Summit Energy Group | 70 | 3.9★ (11) | 18 mi |
| 40 | Coastal Exterior Cleaning | 69 | 5.0★ (10) | 5 mi |
| 41 | Carolina Energy Conservation | 65 | 4.8★ (6) | 22 mi |
Also serving Charleston
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 843 Roof LLC | 5.0★ (185) | In Charleston |
| Bates Electric | 4.8★ (79) | In Charleston |
| Big Bear Roofing | 4.8★ (796) | In Charleston |
| Charleston Roofing and Exteriors | 4.7★ (282) | In Charleston |
| Coastal Roofing Solutions LLC | 4.9★ (40) | In Charleston |
| Decom Solar | In Charleston | |
| EcoGen America | In Charleston | |
| ELEKproTEK Charleston | 5.0★ (37) | In Charleston |
| Fogel Services | 4.5★ (41) | In Charleston |
| Hall Energy | 5.0★ (47) | In Charleston |
| Holy City Solar Co | In Charleston | |
| Low Country Gate Openers LLC | 5.0★ (13) | In Charleston |
| New Beginnings Construction, Inc | 4.9★ (444) | In Charleston |
| Roofing USA | 4.7★ (263) | In Charleston |
| Screenmobile of Charleston | 5.0★ (687) | In Charleston |
| Solar Associates LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Charleston |
| Solar Energy Partners Charleston | 1.0★ (1) | In Charleston |
| Storm Guard Roofing and Construction of Charleston | 4.9★ (63) | In Charleston |
| U.S. Electric Contractors | 5.0★ (77) | In Charleston |
| VerdeSol | In Charleston |
How much do solar installers cost in Charleston?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for South Carolina with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar panel installation | $27,400 | $30,990 | $33,710 | Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 1.00 South Atlantic factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How we ranked Charleston solar installers
We scored 41 Charleston 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 Charleston 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 Charleston: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Charleston?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Charleston, SC is Southeast Energy Resources with a CR Score of 88/100. It has 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Live Oak Energy Systems (#2) and U.S. Renewable Power (#3) follow. We ranked 41 solar installers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Charleston?
ContractorsRanked ranks 41 solar installers serving Charleston, SC. 26 of them are based in Charleston; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Charleston are open 24/7?
4 ranked solar installers in Charleston post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Southeast Energy Resources (#1), Flowertown Solar Systems (#7) and goose creek property maintenance (#8). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Charleston work on weekends?
21 of 41 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Southeast Energy Resources (#1), Live Oak Energy Systems (#2) and U.S. Renewable Power (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Charleston?
Solar panel installation typically costs $27,400 to $33,710, with $30,990 typical (Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 1.00 South Atlantic factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for South Carolina. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Charleston solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 41 rated solar installers in Charleston is 4.9★, with a median of 26 reviews. SunPower® has the most, 465 reviews, and ranks #11. 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 Charleston count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Charleston 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 Charleston
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 41 solar installers serving Charleston.
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