88/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 31 Sheridan St NW, Washington, DC 20011
Best Solar Installers in McLean, VA (2026)
192 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in McLean: Uprise Solar and Roofing, CR Score 88/100; 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): EDGE Energy, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 192.
- 6
Most-reviewed: American Home Contractors, 3,700 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 192 ranked; ranked #6.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
192 McLean solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 32 are open 24/7, 112 open Saturdays and 57 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 192 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Solar installers in Alexandria ranking. See Solar installers in Alexandria
Top 10 solar installers in McLean at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Uprise Solar and Roofing | 88 | 5.0★ (65) | Washington, D.C., 9 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | EDGE Energy | 88 | 4.9★ (87) | Reston, 10 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | EDGE Energy | 87 | 4.8★ (56) | Washington, D.C., 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Maryland Community Solar | 87 | 5.0★ (95) | Columbia, 24 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | American Home Contractors | 87 | 4.9★ (2,385) | Chantilly, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | American Home Contractors | 86 | 4.9★ (3,700) | Washington, D.C., 21 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 7 | GreenBrilliance | 86 | 4.4★ (371) | Herndon, 13 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Revolution Solar | 85 | 4.9★ (530) | Washington, D.C., 8 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 9 | City Renewables | 85 | 4.9★ (94) | Washington, D.C., 10 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | PanelesSolaresenUSA.com | 84 | 5.0★ (153) | Elkridge, 28 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
The 192 best solar installers in McLean, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
#2 EDGE Energy
Based in Reston, 10 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 87 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 87 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 12020 Sunrise Valley Dr #100, Reston, VA 20191
#3 EDGE Energy
Based in Washington, D.C., 10 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 56 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 56 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 100 M St SE #600, Washington, DC 20003
Based in Columbia, 24 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 95 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 95 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 10015 Old Columbia Rd, Columbia, MD 21046
Based in Chantilly, 14 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 2,385 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 2,385 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 14155 Sullyfield Cir Suite A, Chantilly, VA 20151
Based in Washington, D.C., 21 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 3,700 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (3,700).
- 4.9★ from 3,700 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 11820 W Market Pl Ste f, Fulton, MD 20759
Based in Herndon, 13 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.4★ from 371 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.4★ from 371 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 13655 Dulles Technology Dr Suite 130, Herndon, VA 20171
Based in Washington, D.C., 8 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #8 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 7 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1328 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009
Based in Washington, D.C., 10 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 94 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 94 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 1255 Union St NE 7th Floor, Washington, DC 20002
Based in Elkridge, 28 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 153 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 153 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–4 PM
- Address
- 7530 Washington Blvd Suite G, Elkridge, MD 21075
#11 Shanco Roofing
Based in Gaithersburg, 16 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 401 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 401 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 7404 Lindbergh Dr suite g, Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Based in Manassas, 23 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 730 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 730 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 12001 Wilton Meadows Ct, Manassas, VA 20109
Based in Rockville, 12 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 9806 Gable Ridge Terrace Apt I, Rockville, MD 20850
#14 Uprise Solar
Based in Washington, D.C., 10 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 78 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 78 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–11:30 AM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1140 3rd St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Based in Chantilly, 15 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 14501 George Carter Way, Chantilly, VA 20151
#16 Shanco Roofing
Based in Lorton, 14 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 140 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 140 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 8350 Terminal Rd Suite A, Lorton, VA 22079
Based in Washington, D.C., 10 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 108 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 108 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1255 Union St NE 7th Floor, Office #8, Washington, DC 20002
#18 Solar Sclera
Based in Washington, D.C., 13 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 6500 Queens Chapel Rd, University Park, MD 20782
Based in Mount Vernon, 13 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #19 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–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 137 National Plaza Ste 300 - #1, Forest Heights, MD 20745
#20 EcoGen America
Based in Columbia, 25 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 9 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 9 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 10630 Little Patuxent Pkwy Ste. 214, Columbia, MD 21044
Based in Arlington, 9 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 57 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 57 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2111 Richmond Hwy Ste 301N, Arlington, VA 22202
#22 Kane Solar, LLC
Based in Goddard, 17 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 8500 Ardwick Ardmore Rd, North Englewood, MD 20785
#23 EDGE Energy
Based in Beltsville, 18 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 231 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 231 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 6854 Distribution Dr, Beltsville, MD 20705
Based in Fairfax, 8 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 264 Google reviews, open 7 days a week.
- 5.0★ from 264 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 10306 Eaton Pl Suite 300 Floor3, Fairfax, VA 22030
Based in Washington, D.C., 9 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 55 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
How much do solar installers cost in McLean?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Virginia 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 McLean solar installers
We scored 192 McLean 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 McLean 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 McLean: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in McLean?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in McLean, VA is Uprise Solar and Roofing with a CR Score of 88/100. It has 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. EDGE Energy (#2) and EDGE Energy (#3) follow. We ranked 192 solar installers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
Which solar installers in McLean are open 24/7?
32 ranked solar installers in McLean post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Uprise Solar and Roofing (#1), EDGE Energy (#2) and EDGE Energy (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in McLean work on weekends?
112 of 192 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 57 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Uprise Solar and Roofing (#1), EDGE Energy (#2) and EDGE Energy (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in McLean?
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 Virginia. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do McLean solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 192 rated solar installers in McLean is 4.9★, with a median of 23 reviews. American Home Contractors has the most, 3,700 reviews, and ranks #6. 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 McLean count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the McLean 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 McLean
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 192 solar installers serving McLean.
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