58/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.2★ from 2,831 Google reviews, the most in Matthews.
- 4.2★ from 2,831 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1616 Camden Rd #300, Charlotte, NC 28203
Best Solar Installers in Matthews, NC (2026)
45 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Matthews: Palmetto Solar, CR Score 58/100; 4.2★ from 2,831 Google reviews; open evenings.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Bluewhale Powerwash LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #6 of 45.
- 3
Most-reviewed: Top Tier Solar Solutions, 1,579 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 45 ranked after Palmetto Solar; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
45 Matthews solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 7 are open 24/7, 27 open Saturdays and 11 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 45 rated businesses.
Top 10 solar installers in Matthews at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palmetto Solar | 58 | 4.2★ (2,831) | Charlotte, 10 mi away | Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | SunPower® | 57 | 4.5★ (407) | Charlotte, 13 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Top Tier Solar Solutions | 57 | 4.1★ (1,579) | Charlotte, 12 mi away | Sat · Evenings | Most reviews |
| 4 | Renu Energy Solutions | 57 | 4.6★ (554) | Charlotte, 11 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Sun Service Specialists | 57 | 4.8★ (275) | Charlotte, 11 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Bluewhale Powerwash LLC | 57 | 5.0★ (192) | Mint Hill, 6 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 7 | Elite Roof and Solar - Charlotte | 56 | 4.9★ (76) | Charlotte, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | TayCo Electric & Solar Inc. | 56 | 4.9★ (118) | Indian Trail, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Renewable Energy Design Group | 55 | 4.8★ (75) | Charlotte, 3 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Elite Roof and Solar | 55 | 5.0★ (159) | Davidson, 28 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 45 best solar installers in Matthews, 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 SunPower®
Based in Charlotte, 13 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 407 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.5★ from 407 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 10 AM–12 AM · Sat 10 AM–10 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 8301 University Executive Park Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262
Based in Charlotte, 12 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 1,579 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 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
Based in Charlotte, 11 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #4 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, 11 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #5 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 Mint Hill, 6 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 192 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 192 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Charlotte, 9 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 76 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 76 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 400 Clement Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204
Based in Indian Trail, 6 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 118 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 118 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1506 Turring Dr, Indian Trail, NC 28079
Based in Charlotte, 3 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #9 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 Davidson, 28 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 159 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 159 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 210 Delburg St, Davidson, NC 28036
#11 Solar Boy Energy
Based in Charlotte, 8 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.4★ from 32 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun 9 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 3214 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205
#12 BYLD Solar
Based in Charlotte, 11 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 91 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.5★ from 91 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1213 W Morehead St Suite 500, Charlotte, NC 28208
Based in Charlotte, 10 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.5★ from 58 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 10 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1300 South Blvd Unit D, Charlotte, NC 28203
#14 Alpha Energy
Based in High Point, 33 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 104 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.7★ from 104 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
Based in Belmont, 21 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 133 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120
#16 Rose Energy LLC
Based in Charlotte, 7 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #16 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 Greer, 25 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #17 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
#18 Air 72 HVAC
Based in Matthews
53/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 122 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 122 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 13628 Idlewild Rd, Matthews, NC 28105
#19 Roof Medic
Based in Charlotte, 6 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 525 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 525 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 7207 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd, Charlotte, NC 28227
Based in Charlotte, 15 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #20 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
#21 Luminex Solar
Based in Charlotte, 10 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 101 N Tryon St Suite 600, Charlotte, NC 28202
#22 Mission Solar
Based in Davidson, 8 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
Based in Charlotte, 2 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 165 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 165 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 9307 Monroe Rd O, Charlotte, NC 28270
#24 TruShield Solar
Based in Charlotte, 14 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.0★ from 28 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2828 Queen City Dr unit e, Charlotte, NC 28208
#25 Solorax
Based in Aventura, 15 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 10 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
All 45 solar installers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Nextgen Solar Energy Solutions | 51 | 5.0★ (43) | 28 mi |
| 27 | Pure Power Contractors | 51 | 4.2★ (18) | 7 mi |
| 28 | Homefix Roofing and Window Installation of Charlotte | 50 | 4.6★ (189) | 13 mi |
| 29 | RenoSimplicity Roofing & Restoration | 50 | 5.0★ (64) | 31 mi |
| 30 | A & M Premier Roofing & Construction, LLC | 50 | 5.0★ (11) | 8 mi |
| 31 | Roofing XL & Solar | 50 | 5.0★ (47) | 11 mi |
| 32 | BlackCat Solar Inc | 49 | 5.0★ (30) | 33 mi |
| 33 | National Renewable Energy Corporation (NARENCO) | 49 | 4.0★ (8) | 8 mi |
| 34 | Cams Electric | 49 | 5.0★ (21) | 15 mi |
| 35 | Spot On Roofing and Solar | 49 | 5.0★ (15) | 16 mi |
| 36 | Schletter North America, Inc | 48 | 3.7★ (6) | 12 mi |
| 37 | Dlux Developers | 47 | 5.0★ (21) | 11 mi |
| 38 | Cornerstone Construction - Roofing & Solar | 47 | 4.4★ (7) | 11 mi |
| 39 | hindu priest services | 47 | 4.8★ (5) | 4 mi |
| 40 | Solar By Nature | 47 | 2.5★ (8) | 26 mi |
| 41 | LGCY Power | 47 | 1.6★ (7) | 13 mi |
| 42 | Solar Cellz USA | 46 | 2.9★ (37) | 12 mi |
| 43 | Northpoint Roofing Systems | 44 | 4.4★ (14) | 8 mi |
| 44 | DCE Solar | 42 | 4.0★ (3) | 27 mi |
| 45 | American Solar Integrators | 42 | 1.0★ (8) | 26 mi |
Also serving Matthews
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ameresco | 5.0★ (1) | 10 mi |
| Blue Pacific Solar Systems | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Brighter Day Solar | 5.0★ (1) | 11 mi |
| Charlotte Solar Power LLC | In Matthews | |
| JPO Solar Solutions | 3.5★ (2) | 8 mi |
| JRJ Sales LLC | In Matthews | |
| KB Solar of Charlotte | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| National Sun Energy | 3.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Neon Roofing | 5.0★ (9) | In Matthews |
| Pine Gate Renewables | 1.0★ (1) | 11 mi |
| PRECISION PLUMBING OF TROUTMAN | 3.0★ (2) | 39 mi |
| RCI Energy Services | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| Reficiency Solar | 5.0★ (2) | 30 mi |
| Rust Mechanical, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Sirius Power Solar & Roofing Installation | 5.0★ (1) | 9 mi |
| Solar and Roofing of America | 3.0★ (2) | 29 mi |
| T&T SOLAR | 5.0★ (1) | In Matthews |
| Tecta America Carolinas Commercial Roofing | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Toll Brothers | 4.3★ (4) | In Matthews |
| Truelite Solar Lighting | In Matthews |
How much do solar installers cost in Matthews?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for North 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 Matthews solar installers
We scored 45 Matthews 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 Matthews 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 Matthews: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Matthews?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Matthews, NC is Palmetto Solar with a CR Score of 58/100. It has 4.2★ from 2,831 Google reviews. It is open evenings. SunPower® (#2) and Top Tier Solar Solutions (#3) follow. We ranked 45 solar installers on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Matthews?
ContractorsRanked ranks 45 solar installers serving Matthews, NC. 1 of them is based in Matthews; 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 Matthews are open 24/7?
7 ranked solar installers in Matthews post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Bluewhale Powerwash LLC (#6), Elite Roof and Solar - Charlotte (#7) and Elite Roof and Solar (#10). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Matthews work on weekends?
27 of 45 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 11 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are SunPower® (#2), Top Tier Solar Solutions (#3) and Bluewhale Powerwash LLC (#6). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Matthews?
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 North Carolina. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Matthews solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 45 rated solar installers in Matthews is 4.8★, with a median of 32 reviews. Palmetto Solar has the most, 2,831 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 Matthews count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Matthews 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 Matthews
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 45 solar installers serving Matthews.
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