87/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
Best Solar Installers in Norton Shores, MI (2026)
9 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Norton Shores: Elite Michigan Solar, LLC, CR Score 87/100; 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 5
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Kearns Brothers, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #5 of 9.
- 9
Most-reviewed: Michigan Solar and Roofing LLC, 67 Google reviews at 2.6★, the most of 9 ranked; ranked #9.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
9 Norton Shores solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 4 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 9 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Solar installers in Grand Rapids ranking. See Solar installers in Grand Rapids
Top 9 solar installers in Norton Shores at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elite Michigan Solar, LLC | 87 | 5.0★ (24) | Norton Shores | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Agathon Solar | 83 | 4.9★ (38) | Grand Haven, 9 mi away | Sat | — |
| 3 | Tiger Solar | 78 | 4.9★ (65) | Comstock Park, 32 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Augustine Solar | 78 | 5.0★ (35) | Allendale, 21 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Kearns Brothers | 78 | 4.5★ (36) | Wyoming, 35 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 6 | The Green Panel | 70 | 4.5★ (17) | Byron Center, 38 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Mitten Solar Consultants | 70 | 5.0★ (3) | Rockford, 32 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Portable Sun LLC | 68 | 4.6★ (37) | Grand Rapids, 32 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Michigan Solar and Roofing LLC | 66 | 2.6★ (67) | Grand Rapids, 28 mi away | — | Most reviews |
The 9 best solar installers in Norton Shores, 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 Grand Haven, 9 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 38 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 14721 Cleveland St, Spring Lake, MI 49456
#3 Tiger Solar
Based in Comstock Park, 32 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 65 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 848 W River Center Dr NE STE B, Comstock Park, MI 49321
Based in Allendale, 21 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 7208 Timbercreek Dr, Allendale, MI 49401
Based in Wyoming, 35 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.5★ from 36 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.5★ from 36 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1416 44th St SW, Wyoming, MI 49509
Based in Byron Center, 38 mi away
70/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 7978 Clyde Park Ave SW Suite #100, Byron Center, MI 49315
Based in Rockford, 32 mi away
70/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
Based in Grand Rapids, 32 mi away
68/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 37 Google reviews, 37 Google reviews.
- 4.6★ from 37 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1650 Broadway Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Based in Grand Rapids, 28 mi away
66/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 2.6★ from 67 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (67).
- 2.6★ from 67 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 4346 Leonard St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534
How much do solar installers cost in Norton Shores?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Michigan with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar panel installation | $26,020 | $29,430 | $32,010 | Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How we ranked Norton Shores solar installers
We scored 9 Norton Shores 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 Norton Shores 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 Norton Shores: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Norton Shores?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Norton Shores, MI is Elite Michigan Solar, LLC with a CR Score of 87/100. It has 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Agathon Solar (#2) and Tiger Solar (#3) follow. We ranked 9 solar installers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Norton Shores?
ContractorsRanked ranks 9 solar installers serving Norton Shores, MI. 1 of them is based in Norton Shores; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Norton Shores are open 24/7?
1 ranked solar installer in Norton Shores posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Kearns Brothers (#5). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Norton Shores work on weekends?
4 of 9 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Elite Michigan Solar, LLC (#1), Agathon Solar (#2) and Kearns Brothers (#5). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Norton Shores?
Solar panel installation typically costs $26,020 to $32,010, with $29,430 typical (Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for Michigan. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Norton Shores solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 9 rated solar installers in Norton Shores is 4.9★, with a median of 36 reviews. Michigan Solar and Roofing LLC has the most, 67 reviews, and ranks #9. 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 Norton Shores count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Norton Shores 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 Norton Shores
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 9 solar installers serving Norton Shores.
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