53/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 226 Google reviews, the most in Crete.
- 4.5★ from 226 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 6200 Havelock Ave, Lincoln, NE 68507
Best Solar Installers in Crete, NE (2026)
7 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Crete: J-Tech Construction and Solar, CR Score 53/100; 4.5★ from 226 Google reviews.
- 3
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Ram Roofing and Solar, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 7.
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Most-reviewed: Weddle and Sons Roofing of Lincoln, 77 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 7 ranked after J-Tech Construction and Solar; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
7 Crete solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 1 is open 24/7 and 1 open Saturdays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 7 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Solar installers in Lincoln ranking. See Solar installers in Lincoln
Top 7 solar installers in Crete at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | J-Tech Construction and Solar | 53 | 4.5★ (226) | Lincoln, 23 mi away | — | Overall |
| 2 | Nelnet Renewable Energy | 53 | 4.5★ (19) | Lincoln, 17 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Ram Roofing and Solar | 52 | 4.8★ (17) | Lincoln, 16 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | The Tint Shop | 51 | 4.7★ (66) | Lincoln, 17 mi away | Sat | — |
| 5 | Weddle and Sons Roofing of Lincoln | 50 | 4.9★ (77) | Lincoln, 24 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 6 | Sentry Electric Inc. | 49 | 4.5★ (66) | Lincoln, 21 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Full Circle Roofing | 47 | 5.0★ (48) | Elkhorn, 39 mi away | — | — |
The 7 best solar installers in Crete, 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 Lincoln, 17 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.5★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 420 Blue Heron Ct, Lincoln, NE 68522
Based in Lincoln, 16 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3031 W Elgin Ave # 2, Lincoln, NE 68522
Based in Lincoln, 17 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 66 Google reviews.
- 4.7★ from 66 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 131 NW 14th St, Lincoln, NE 68528
Based in Lincoln, 24 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 5900 N 58th St Suite 5, Lincoln, NE 68504
Based in Lincoln, 21 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 66 Google reviews.
- 4.5★ from 66 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3400 Gladstone St, Lincoln, NE 68504
Based in Elkhorn, 39 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
How much do solar installers cost in Crete?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Nebraska with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar panel installation | $26,570 | $30,060 | $32,700 | Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 0.97 West North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How we ranked Crete solar installers
We scored 7 Crete 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 Crete 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 Crete: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Crete?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Crete, NE is J-Tech Construction and Solar with a CR Score of 53/100. It has 4.5★ from 226 Google reviews. Nelnet Renewable Energy (#2) and Ram Roofing and Solar (#3) follow. We ranked 7 solar installers on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
Which solar installers in Crete are open 24/7?
1 ranked solar installer in Crete posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Ram Roofing and Solar (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Crete work on weekends?
1 of 7 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is The Tint Shop (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Crete?
Solar panel installation typically costs $26,570 to $32,700, with $30,060 typical (Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 0.97 West North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for Nebraska. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Crete solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 7 rated solar installers in Crete is 4.7★, with a median of 66 reviews. J-Tech Construction and Solar has the most, 226 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 Crete count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Crete 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.
Can solar installers pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for Crete
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 7 solar installers serving Crete.
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