84/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 136 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 136 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 520 8th St NE, Hickory, NC 28601
Best Solar Installers in Newton, NC (2026)
33 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Newton: Elite Roof and Solar - Hickory, CR Score 84/100; 4.8★ from 136 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Elite Roof and Solar, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 33.
- 12
Most-reviewed: Palmetto Solar, 2,831 Google reviews at 4.2★, the most of 33 ranked; ranked #12.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
33 Newton solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 6 are open 24/7, 22 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 33 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Solar installers in Mooresville ranking. See Solar installers in Mooresville
Top 10 solar installers in Newton at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elite Roof and Solar - Hickory | 84 | 4.8★ (136) | Hickory, 7 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Elite Roof and Solar | 83 | 5.0★ (159) | Davidson, 24 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | RenoSimplicity Roofing & Restoration | 79 | 5.0★ (64) | Huntersville, 18 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Peak Roofing & Solar | 79 | 4.8★ (89) | Greer, 34 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Elite Roof and Solar - Charlotte | 78 | 4.9★ (76) | Charlotte, 39 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | SunPower® | 77 | 4.5★ (407) | Charlotte, 37 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Reliable Solar Mount Holly | 76 | 5.0★ (25) | Belmont, 28 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Top Tier Solar Solutions | 75 | 4.1★ (1,579) | Charlotte, 38 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 9 | Solar Boy Energy | 74 | 4.4★ (32) | Charlotte, 40 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Renu Energy Solutions | 74 | 4.6★ (554) | Charlotte, 38 mi away | — | — |
The 33 best solar installers in Newton, 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.
Based in Davidson, 24 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 159 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 159 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 210 Delburg St, Davidson, NC 28036
Based in Huntersville, 18 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #3 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
- Address
- 8074 Bradford Ln, Denver, NC 28037
Based in Greer, 34 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 89 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 89 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Charlotte, 39 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 76 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 76 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 400 Clement Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204
#6 SunPower®
Based in Charlotte, 37 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #6 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 Belmont, 28 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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
Based in Charlotte, 38 mi away
75/100CR ScoreRanked #8 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, 40 mi away
74/100CR ScoreRanked #9 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
Based in Charlotte, 38 mi away
74/100CR ScoreRanked #10 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, 38 mi away
74/100CR ScoreRanked #11 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
#12 Palmetto Solar
Based in Charlotte, 38 mi away
74/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.2★ from 2,831 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (2,831).
- 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
#13 BYLD Solar
Based in Charlotte, 37 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #13 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, 39 mi away
72/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews, open 7 days a week.
- 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
Based in Charlotte, 38 mi away
72/100CR ScoreRanked #15 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
Based in Mooresville, 24 mi away
72/100CR ScoreRanked #16 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–Fri 8 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 119 N Main St, Mooresville, NC 28115
Based in Statesville, 22 mi away
71/100CR ScoreRanked #17 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–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 10 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- Rock Island Dr, Statesville, NC 28625
Based in Charlotte, 37 mi away
69/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 189 Google reviews, 189 Google reviews.
- 4.6★ from 189 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 3029 Horseshoe Ln Suite B, Charlotte, NC 28208
#19 Cams Electric
Based in Charlotte, 37 mi away
69/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, open 7 days a week.
- 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–7 PM
#20 Solorax
Based in Aventura, 32 mi away
69/100CR ScoreRanked #20 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
#21 TruShield Solar
Based in Charlotte, 34 mi away
68/100CR ScoreRanked #21 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
#22 Luminex Solar
Based in Charlotte, 37 mi away
68/100CR ScoreRanked #22 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
Based in Charlotte, 34 mi away
68/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 10130 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte, NC 28262
#24 Mission Solar
Based in Davidson, 39 mi away
67/100CR ScoreRanked #24 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
#25 Solar By Nature
Based in Gastonia, 28 mi away
66/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 2.5★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2020 Remount Rd #103w, Gastonia, NC 28054
How much do solar installers cost in Newton?
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 Newton solar installers
We scored 33 Newton 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 Newton 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 Newton: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Newton?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Newton, NC is Elite Roof and Solar - Hickory with a CR Score of 84/100. It has 4.8★ from 136 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Elite Roof and Solar (#2) and RenoSimplicity Roofing & Restoration (#3) follow. We ranked 33 solar installers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
Which solar installers in Newton are open 24/7?
6 ranked solar installers in Newton post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Elite Roof and Solar - Hickory (#1), Elite Roof and Solar (#2) and RenoSimplicity Roofing & Restoration (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Newton work on weekends?
22 of 33 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Elite Roof and Solar - Hickory (#1), Elite Roof and Solar (#2) and RenoSimplicity Roofing & Restoration (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Newton?
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 Newton solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 33 rated solar installers in Newton is 4.8★, with a median of 30 reviews. Palmetto Solar has the most, 2,831 reviews, and ranks #12. 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 Newton count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Newton 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 Newton
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 33 solar installers serving Newton.
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