59/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 1,560 Google reviews, the most in Golden Hills.
- 5.0★ from 1,560 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2851 W Ave L #215, Lancaster, CA 93536
Best Solar Installers in Golden Hills, CA (2026)
82 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Golden Hills: PENNIES A/C - SOLAR & CONSTRUCTION, CR Score 59/100; 5.0★ from 1,560 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 13
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): The Squeegee Crew LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #13 of 82.
- 25
Most-reviewed: LaVerne & Son Electrical A/C & Heating, 957 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 82 ranked after PENNIES A/C - SOLAR & CONSTRUCTION; ranked #25.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
82 Golden Hills solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 7 are open 24/7, 43 open Saturdays and 25 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 82 rated businesses.
Top 10 solar installers in Golden Hills at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PENNIES A/C - SOLAR & CONSTRUCTION | 59 | 5.0★ (1,560) | Lancaster, 38 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Renew Power | 58 | 4.9★ (530) | Bakersfield, 34 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 3 | California Solar Panel Company | 57 | 5.0★ (30) | Dana Point, 18 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Vibe Solar | 56 | 5.0★ (487) | Lancaster, 38 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | SXC Construction | 55 | 5.0★ (108) | Bakersfield, 35 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Renew Power (Central Bakersfield) | 55 | 5.0★ (102) | Bakersfield, 35 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Sunrun Solar | 55 | 4.2★ (318) | Bakersfield, 33 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 8 | Power Source Energy: Solar Service, Solar Repair, Solar Install | 55 | 5.0★ (33) | Bakersfield, 33 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 9 | Solar Negotiators | 54 | 4.7★ (229) | Bakersfield, 40 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | Quality Home Services | 54 | 4.9★ (314) | Bakersfield, 35 mi away | — | — |
The 82 best solar installers in Golden Hills, 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.
#2 Renew Power
Based in Bakersfield, 34 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 530 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 530 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 3401 Chester Ave Ste G, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Based in Dana Point, 18 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
#4 Vibe Solar
Based in Lancaster, 38 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 487 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 487 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1206 Commerce Center Dr Suite 103, Lancaster, CA 93534
Based in Bakersfield, 35 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 108 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 108 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 4900 California Ave Ste 305A, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Based in Bakersfield, 35 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 102 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 102 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 7 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 4540 California Ave #320, Bakersfield, CA 93309
#7 Sunrun Solar
Based in Bakersfield, 33 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 318 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.2★ from 318 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 2501 Union Ave C-D, Bakersfield, CA 93305
Based in Bakersfield, 33 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–5 PM
Based in Bakersfield, 40 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 229 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.7★ from 229 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 19456 Colombo St, Bakersfield, CA 93308
Based in Bakersfield, 35 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 314 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 314 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 11 AM–4 PM · Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 6901 McDivitt Dr A, Bakersfield, CA 93313
Based in Bakersfield, 32 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 51 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 9:30 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 10 AM–6:30 PM · Sun closed
#12 Divine Power USA
Based in Bakersfield, 31 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 336 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 4.5★ from 336 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2500 E Belle Terrace Unit 100, Bakersfield, CA 93307
Based in North Hills, 32 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 190 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 190 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Bakersfield, 34 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 117 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 117 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 5409 Aldrin Ct, Bakersfield, CA 93313
#15 Reflections
Based in Bakersfield, 33 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 406 E 21st St, Bakersfield, CA 93305
Based in Lancaster, 39 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 1105 W Avenue M unit d, Lancaster, CA 93534
#17 Simple Power
Based in Bakersfield, 38 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 135 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 135 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1567 James Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308
Based in Bakersfield, 35 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 6701 McDivitt Dr Unit B, Bakersfield, CA 93313
Based in Bakersfield, 35 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 6901 McDivitt Dr A, Bakersfield, CA 93313
Based in Clovis, 12 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
Based in Palmdale, 37 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 42335 50th St W, Palmdale, CA 93551
Based in Bakersfield, 34 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 2 PM–8 PM
- Address
- 6652 Ryan Park Ct, Bakersfield, CA 93313
#23 SolarBrothers
Based in Lancaster, 38 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 11 AM–12 AM
- Address
- 41514 47th St W, Lancaster, CA 93536
Based in Bakersfield, 38 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 2841 Unicorn Rd ste 102, Bakersfield, CA 93308
Based in Bakersfield, 35 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 957 Google reviews.
- 4.8★ from 957 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 5880 District Blvd STE 25, Bakersfield, CA 93313
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 82 ranked solar installers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Golden Hills
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ample Power | 26 mi | |
| Antelope Valley Solar Ranch | 5.0★ (1) | 25 mi |
| array solar cleaning | 26 mi | |
| Bakersfield Solar Panel Cleaning LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 30 mi |
| Corycos Group | 32 mi | |
| ENERGY RESOURCE GROUP LLC | 32 mi | |
| Green Energy Services | 26 mi | |
| iShine Solar | 32 mi | |
| Jake Ford Electric, Inc. | 26 mi | |
| Justplug LLC | In Golden Hills | |
| Mexellence Solar Panel Cleaning | 5.0★ (2) | 37 mi |
| No Limit Solar | 5.0★ (1) | 10 mi |
| Pure Power Solar | 32 mi | |
| Rosamond Solar | 5.0★ (1) | 21 mi |
| Schmidt Solar Providers | 1.0★ (1) | 39 mi |
| Solar Energy Backup Batteries | 11 mi | |
| Solar Martínez | 29 mi | |
| Solar Power Showers | 1.0★ (1) | 32 mi |
| Sunny Day | 32 mi | |
| Your Free Sun | 5.0★ (2) | In Golden Hills |
How much do solar installers cost in Golden Hills?
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 Golden Hills solar installers
We scored 82 Golden Hills 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 Golden Hills 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 Golden Hills: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Golden Hills?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Golden Hills, CA is PENNIES A/C - SOLAR & CONSTRUCTION with a CR Score of 59/100. It has 5.0★ from 1,560 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Renew Power (#2) and California Solar Panel Company (#3) follow. We ranked 82 solar installers on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Golden Hills?
ContractorsRanked ranks 82 solar installers serving Golden Hills, CA. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Golden Hills are open 24/7?
7 ranked solar installers in Golden Hills post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are PENNIES A/C - SOLAR & CONSTRUCTION (#1), The Squeegee Crew LLC (#13) and Smart Coast Energy LLC (#21). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Golden Hills work on weekends?
43 of 82 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 25 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are PENNIES A/C - SOLAR & CONSTRUCTION (#1), Renew Power (#2) and California Solar Panel Company (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Golden Hills?
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 Golden Hills solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 82 rated solar installers in Golden Hills is 4.9★, with a median of 20 reviews. PENNIES A/C - SOLAR & CONSTRUCTION has the most, 1,560 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 Golden Hills count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Golden Hills 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 Golden Hills
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 82 solar installers serving Golden Hills.
- October 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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