59/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 6,711 Google reviews, the most in Melbourne.
- 4.8★ from 6,711 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 4851 US-1, Rockledge, FL 32955
Best Solar Installers in Melbourne, FL (2026)
44 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Melbourne: Freedom Air and Plumbing, CR Score 59/100; 4.8★ from 6,711 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 7
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Dowe Window Cleaning, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #7 of 44.
- 8
Most-reviewed: Freedom Air and Plumbing, 1,681 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 44 ranked after Freedom Air and Plumbing; ranked #8.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
44 Melbourne solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 17 open Saturdays and 9 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 44 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Solar installers in Palm Bay ranking. See Solar installers in Palm Bay
Top 10 solar installers in Melbourne at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Freedom Air and Plumbing | 59 | 4.8★ (6,711) | Rockledge, 14 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Solar Authority | 59 | 5.0★ (73) | Melbourne | Sat | — |
| 3 | US SOLAR CONNECT | 58 | 5.0★ (159) | Cocoa, 21 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Sunshine Solar Cleaning of Central Fla | 58 | 5.0★ (36) | West Melbourne, 6 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Affordable Solar Services | 57 | 4.9★ (124) | Palm Bay, 3 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Excel Solar | 57 | 4.8★ (113) | Melbourne | — | — |
| 7 | Dowe Window Cleaning | 56 | 5.0★ (146) | Vero Beach, 6 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 8 | Freedom Air and Plumbing | 55 | 4.9★ (1,681) | Vero Beach, 34 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 9 | Can-Am Roofing and Solar of Florida | 54 | 4.9★ (176) | Cocoa, 20 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 10 | J&B Solar | 54 | 4.6★ (19) | Melbourne | — | — |
The 44 best solar installers in Melbourne, 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 Melbourne
59/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 73 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 73 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 340 Stan Dr #101, Melbourne, FL 32904
Based in Cocoa, 21 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 159 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 159 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun 10 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 465 Forrest Ave #126, Cocoa, FL 32922
Based in West Melbourne, 6 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar panel maintenance service”.
- 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
Based in Palm Bay, 3 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 124 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 124 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2870 Kirby Cir NE #3, Palm Bay, FL 32905
#6 Excel Solar
Based in Melbourne
57/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 113 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 113 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 9105 Ellis Rd Suite A-2, Melbourne, FL 32904
Based in Vero Beach, 6 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 146 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 146 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Vero Beach, 34 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 1,681 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 1,681 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1120 17th St, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Based in Cocoa, 20 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 176 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 176 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 340 King St, Cocoa, FL 32922
#10 J&B Solar
Based in Melbourne
54/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2893 N Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32935
Based in Melbourne
53/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 1,066 Google reviews.
- 4.8★ from 1,066 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1420 S Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32904
#12 HomeX - Palm Bay
Based in Melbourne
53/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 6 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 425 S Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32904
Based in Melbourne
53/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.1★ from 20 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1536 Cypress Ave, Melbourne, FL 32935
Based in Palm Bay, 6 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 580 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 580 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1497 Norman St NE, Palm Bay, FL 32907
#15 Sunwell
Based in Palm Bay, 5 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 5240 Babcock St NE # 310, Palm Bay, FL 32905
Based in Melbourne
52/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 744 North Dr A, Melbourne, FL 32934
#17 Arise Power
Based in Palm Beach Gardens, 19 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
#18 SunShop Solar
Based in Rockledge, 16 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #18 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 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 577 Barnes Blvd UNIT. 550, Rockledge, FL 32955
Based in Melbourne
51/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 122 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 122 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3100 Harlock Rd, Melbourne, FL 32934
Based in Melbourne
51/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 230 Google reviews.
- 4.8★ from 230 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 162 S Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32904
Based in Palm Bay, 10 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 124 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 124 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 5920 S Hwy A1A Unit 102, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
Based in Vero Beach, 33 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1201 19th Pl, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Based in Satellite Beach, 8 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #23 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–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 476 Jimmy Buffett Mem Hwy, Satellite Beach, FL 32937
Based in Vero Beach, 36 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 75 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 4.8★ from 75 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 650 2nd Ln, Vero Beach, FL 32962
Based in Melbourne
50/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 4.3★ from 64 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2893 N Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32935
How much do solar installers cost in Melbourne?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Florida 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 Melbourne solar installers
We scored 44 Melbourne 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Melbourne?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Melbourne, FL is Freedom Air and Plumbing with a CR Score of 59/100. It has 4.8★ from 6,711 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Solar Authority (#2) and US SOLAR CONNECT (#3) follow. We ranked 44 solar installers on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Melbourne?
ContractorsRanked ranks 44 solar installers serving Melbourne, FL. 10 of them are based in Melbourne; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Melbourne are open 24/7?
4 ranked solar installers in Melbourne post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Freedom Air and Plumbing (#1), Dowe Window Cleaning (#7) and Freedom Air and Plumbing (#8). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Melbourne work on weekends?
17 of 44 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 9 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Freedom Air and Plumbing (#1), Solar Authority (#2) and US SOLAR CONNECT (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Melbourne?
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 Florida. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Melbourne solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 44 rated solar installers in Melbourne is 4.9★, with a median of 30 reviews. Freedom Air and Plumbing has the most, 6,711 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 Melbourne count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Melbourne 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 Melbourne
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 44 solar installers serving Melbourne.
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