83/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 260 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 260 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3121 E Boundary Ct, Midlothian, VA 23112
Best Solar Installers in Montrose, VA (2026)
28 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Montrose: Shanco Roofing, CR Score 83/100; 4.9★ from 260 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 3
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Cenvar Roofing - Richmond, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 28.
- 2
Most-reviewed: ION Solar, 1,961 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 28 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
28 Montrose solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 5 are open 24/7, 17 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 28 rated businesses.
Top 10 solar installers in Montrose at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shanco Roofing | 83 | 4.9★ (260) | Brandermill, 15 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | ION Solar | 83 | 4.5★ (1,961) | Ashland, 18 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 3 | Cenvar Roofing - Richmond | 83 | 5.0★ (117) | Glen Allen, 13 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | RVA Softwash and Staining LLC | 81 | 5.0★ (117) | Tuckahoe, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Light More Light Solar | 81 | 5.0★ (10) | Bon Air, 8 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | SolarTyme by AAPCO | 81 | 4.6★ (134) | Richmond, 7 mi away | Sat | — |
| 7 | RainSoft ProWash | 81 | 5.0★ (64) | Chester, 17 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Virginia Energy Solutions | 80 | 4.9★ (89) | Brandermill, 18 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Dominion Energy Solutions | 80 | 5.0★ (92) | Richmond, 4 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Richmond Heating and Air Services | 79 | 4.9★ (164) | Brandermill, 15 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 28 best solar installers in Montrose, 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 ION Solar
Based in Ashland, 18 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 1,961 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (1,961).
- 4.5★ from 1,961 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 116 Sylvia Rd Suite A&B, Ashland, VA 23005
Based in Glen Allen, 13 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 117 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 117 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2590 Gaskins Rd Suite C, Henrico, VA 23238
Based in Tuckahoe, 14 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 117 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 117 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2210 Cox Rd, Henrico, VA 23233
Based in Bon Air, 8 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
Based in Richmond, 7 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 134 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.6★ from 134 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 6710 US-1, Richmond, VA 23237
Based in Chester, 17 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Brandermill, 18 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 89 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 89 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 8842 Emerald Dunes Cir, Chesterfield, VA 23832
Based in Richmond, 4 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 92 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 600 E Canal St 14th Floor, Richmond, VA 23219
Based in Brandermill, 15 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 164 Google reviews, open 7 days a week.
- 4.9★ from 164 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun 9 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 1604 Church Bay Rd, Midlothian, VA 23114
Based in East Highland Park, 10 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 917 Google reviews, 917 Google reviews.
- 4.8★ from 917 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1638 E Parham Rd, Henrico, VA 23228
#12 Freedom Forever
Based in Highland Springs, 1 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 208 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.6★ from 208 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 4312 Eubank Rd, Henrico, VA 23231
#13 Horizon Solar
Based in Glen Allen, 15 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #13 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–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun 8 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 2400 Old Brick Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060
#14 Rogue Solar
Based in Richmond, 4 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #14 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 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 211 W 7th St, Richmond, VA 23224
Based in Ashland, 13 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 135 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 135 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 10964 Richardson Rd, Ashland, VA 23005
Based in Ashland, 14 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 10097 Patterson Park Rd #207, Ashland, VA 23005
Based in Chester, 10 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 85 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 4.6★ from 85 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 10000 Chester Rd, Chester, VA 23831
Based in Richmond, 6 mi away
75/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2920 W Broad St Suite 21, Richmond, VA 23230
Based in Tuckahoe, 16 mi away
74/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 96 Google reviews, 96 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 96 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 14321 Winter Breeze Dr Suite 342, Midlothian, VA 23113
#20 We Know Homes
Based in East Highland Park, 5 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, open 7 days a week.
- 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
#21 Douglas Roofing
Based in Brandermill, 11 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews, open Saturdays until 7:30 PM.
- 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–7:30 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 9327 Midlothian Tpke #2h, North Chesterfield, VA 23235
Based in Ashland, 13 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 82 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 82 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 11030 Richardson Rd B21, Ashland, VA 23005
Based in Ashland, 13 mi away
72/100CR 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 11132A Progress Rd, Ashland, VA 23005
Based in Bon Air, 18 mi away
72/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, open Saturdays until 5 PM.
- 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 6 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
#25 Big Boss Solar
Based in Williamsburg, 39 mi away
71/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 3.8★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1781 Jamestown Rd #250, Williamsburg, VA 23185
All 28 solar installers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #28, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Off Grid By Design | 71 | 3.0★ (4) | 6 mi |
| 27 | Kyro Builders, LLC | 66 | 5.0★ (59) | 39 mi |
| 28 | Environmental Construction Solutions | 65 | 4.5★ (6) | 14 mi |
Also serving Montrose
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 | 3 mi | |
| CEP Solar | 5 mi | |
| Clear Panel Network | 1 mi | |
| Commonwealth Power | 5.0★ (1) | 4 mi |
| EcoGen America | 1.0★ (1) | 3 mi |
| Firefly Solar | 5.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
| Infinity Solar Solutions, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 40 mi |
| ION | 1.0★ (1) | 12 mi |
| Ipsun Solar | 5.0★ (1) | 6 mi |
| JK Renewables | 5.0★ (1) | 4 mi |
| Megan challenor | 6 mi | |
| Off Grid By Design | 5.0★ (1) | 9 mi |
| Raindown Solar | 4 mi | |
| RVA Technologies | 5.0★ (1) | 6 mi |
| Solar Consulting | 9 mi | |
| Solar Electric America | 7 mi | |
| Solar idea House | 11 mi | |
| SolPro USA | 4 mi | |
| Sun Way Solar Co. | 6 mi | |
| VA Solar LLC | 12 mi |
How much do solar installers cost in Montrose?
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 Montrose solar installers
We scored 28 Montrose 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 Montrose 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 Montrose: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Montrose?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Montrose, VA is Shanco Roofing with a CR Score of 83/100. It has 4.9★ from 260 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. ION Solar (#2) and Cenvar Roofing - Richmond (#3) follow. We ranked 28 solar installers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Montrose?
ContractorsRanked ranks 28 solar installers serving Montrose, VA. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Montrose are open 24/7?
5 ranked solar installers in Montrose post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Shanco Roofing (#1), Cenvar Roofing - Richmond (#3) and RVA Softwash and Staining LLC (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Montrose work on weekends?
17 of 28 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Shanco Roofing (#1), ION Solar (#2) and Cenvar Roofing - Richmond (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Montrose?
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 Montrose solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 28 rated solar installers in Montrose is 4.9★, with a median of 73 reviews. ION Solar has the most, 1,961 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Montrose count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Montrose 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 Montrose
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 28 solar installers serving Montrose.
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