54/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 1,579 Google reviews, the most in Chester.
- 4.1★ from 1,579 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1530 Center Park Dr #2911, Charlotte, NC 28217
Best Solar Installers in Chester, SC (2026)
18 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Chester: Top Tier Solar Solutions, CR Score 54/100; 4.1★ from 1,579 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 9 PM.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Peak Roofing & Solar, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 18.
- 2
Most-reviewed: Renu Energy Solutions, 554 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 18 ranked after Top Tier Solar Solutions; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
18 Chester solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 9 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 18 rated businesses.
Top 10 solar installers in Chester at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Top Tier Solar Solutions | 54 | 4.1★ (1,579) | Charlotte, 37 mi away | Sat · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Renu Energy Solutions | 53 | 4.6★ (554) | Charlotte, 38 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 3 | Sun Service Specialists | 53 | 4.8★ (275) | Charlotte, 38 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Peak Roofing & Solar | 53 | 4.8★ (89) | Greer, 33 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 5 | Renewable Energy Design Group | 50 | 4.8★ (75) | Charlotte, 40 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Sunlight Roof & Solar | 49 | 5.0★ (32) | Charlotte, 33 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Rose Energy LLC | 49 | 5.0★ (17) | Charlotte, 37 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Green Home Roofing | 47 | 4.7★ (50) | Belmont, 33 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | Homefix Roofing and Window Installation of Charlotte | 47 | 4.6★ (189) | Charlotte, 38 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Roofing XL & Solar | 46 | 5.0★ (47) | Charlotte, 36 mi away | — | — |
The 18 best solar installers in Chester, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Charlotte, 38 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 554 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.6★ from 554 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 801 Pressley Rd STE 100, Charlotte, NC 28217
Based in Charlotte, 38 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 275 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 275 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 801 Pressley Rd Suite 100-C, Charlotte, NC 28217
Based in Greer, 33 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 89 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 89 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Charlotte, 40 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 75 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 75 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 7419 Kilcullen Dr, Charlotte, NC 28270
Based in Charlotte, 33 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–9 PM · Sun 7 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 11240 Anna Rose Rd, Charlotte, NC 28273
Based in Charlotte, 37 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 6135 Park S Dr, Charlotte, NC 28210
Based in Belmont, 33 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 50 Google reviews.
- 4.7★ from 50 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–11 PM
Based in Charlotte, 38 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 189 Google reviews.
- 4.6★ from 189 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 3029 Horseshoe Ln Suite B, Charlotte, NC 28208
Based in Charlotte, 36 mi away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1511 Shopton Rd Suite J, Charlotte, NC 28217
Based in Charlotte, 32 mi away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 15720 Brixham Hill Ave #300, Charlotte, NC 28277
#12 Solar By Nature
Based in Gastonia, 39 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2020 Remount Rd #103w, Gastonia, NC 28054
Based in Charlotte, 32 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 11529 Wilmar Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273
Based in Charlotte, 38 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 4601 Park Rd Suite 500, Charlotte, NC 28209
Based in Cayce, 29 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 1.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 1.3★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#16 LGCY Power
Based in Charlotte, 34 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 1.6★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 1.6★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3545 Whitehall Park Dr #105, Charlotte, NC 28273
#17 Solar Cellz USA
Based in Charlotte, 33 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.9★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy equipment supplier”.
- 2.9★ from 37 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 10924 Granite St, Charlotte, NC 28273
Based in Charlotte, 38 mi away
40/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 4805 Park Rd #210, Charlotte, NC 28209
Also serving Chester
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Solar | 33 mi | |
| Ameresco | 5.0★ (1) | 37 mi |
| American Elite Solar | 5.0★ (2) | 35 mi |
| Brighter Day Solar | 5.0★ (1) | 34 mi |
| Charged Energy Solutions | 26 mi | |
| Lakelands Power | 37 mi | |
| Lumint Power Solar | 28 mi | |
| National Sun Energy | 3.0★ (2) | 37 mi |
| NXT Energy, LLC. | 31 mi | |
| PMac Solar Solutions | 26 mi | |
| Purelight Power | 37 mi | |
| Rust Mechanical, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 38 mi |
| Senergy Roofing and Solar | 26 mi | |
| Solar Lighting International Inc | 5.0★ (1) | 27 mi |
| Solar Nomad | 30 mi | |
| Sun Collectors | 37 mi | |
| Sunkissed Solar USA | 27 mi | |
| Veteran Solutions Pressure Washing | 5.0★ (25) | In Chester |
How much do solar installers cost in Chester?
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 Chester solar installers
We scored 18 Chester 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 Chester 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 |
Solar installers in Chester: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Chester?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Chester, SC is Top Tier Solar Solutions with a CR Score of 54/100. It has 4.1★ from 1,579 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 9 PM. Renu Energy Solutions (#2) and Sun Service Specialists (#3) follow. We ranked 18 solar installers on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Chester?
ContractorsRanked ranks 18 solar installers serving Chester, SC. Another 18 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Chester are open 24/7?
2 ranked solar installers in Chester post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Peak Roofing & Solar (#4) and A & M Premier Roofing & Construction, LLC (#11). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Chester work on weekends?
9 of 18 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Top Tier Solar Solutions (#1), Peak Roofing & Solar (#4) and Sunlight Roof & Solar (#6). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Chester?
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 Chester solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 18 rated solar installers in Chester is 4.6★, with a median of 35 reviews. Top Tier Solar Solutions has the most, 1,579 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do solar installers outside Chester count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Chester 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 Chester
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 18 solar installers serving Chester.
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