62/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 75 Google reviews, the most in Portage.
- 4.9★ from 75 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 248 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Best Solar Installers in Portage, MI (2026)
8 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Portage: Helios Solar LLC, CR Score 62/100; 4.9★ from 75 Google reviews.
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Most-reviewed: ABC Upfitters, 63 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 8 ranked after Helios Solar LLC; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
8 Portage solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 2 open Saturdays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 8 rated businesses.
Top 8 solar installers in Portage at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helios Solar LLC | 62 | 4.9★ (75) | Kalamazoo, 6 mi away | — | Overall |
| 2 | Mid-America Solar | 57 | 5.0★ (29) | Marshall, 34 mi away | Sat | — |
| 3 | New Earth Solar | 57 | 5.0★ (9) | Portage | — | — |
| 4 | ABC Upfitters | 57 | 5.0★ (63) | Elkhart, 40 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 5 | Climax Solar | 52 | 1.5★ (6) | Portage | Sat | — |
| 6 | Wellspring Solar | 52 | 5.0★ (36) | Goshen, 36 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Certified RV Repair LLC | 50 | 4.8★ (62) | Elkhart, 38 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Solar Mounts LLC | 49 | 5.0★ (10) | Marshall, 32 mi away | — | — |
The 8 best solar installers in Portage, 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 Marshall, 34 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 19399 Brenroy Drive, Marshall, MI 49068
Based in Portage
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 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–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 5148 S Sprinkle Rd, Portage, MI 49002
Based in Elkhart, 40 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 63 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 921 Verdant Dr, Elkhart, IN 46516
#5 Climax Solar
Based in Portage
52/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 1.5★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy equipment supplier”.
- 1.5★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 10:30 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2725 Airview Blvd, Portage, MI 49002
Based in Goshen, 36 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 280 E North Village Dr D, Shipshewana, IN 46565
Based in Elkhart, 38 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 62 Google reviews.
- 4.8★ from 62 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2505 Marina Dr, Elkhart, IN 46514
Based in Marshall, 32 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy equipment supplier”.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 300 Woolley Dr, Marshall, MI 49068
How much do solar installers cost in Portage?
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 Portage solar installers
We scored 8 Portage 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 Portage 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 Portage: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Portage?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Portage, MI is Helios Solar LLC with a CR Score of 62/100. It has 4.9★ from 75 Google reviews. Mid-America Solar (#2) and New Earth Solar (#3) follow. We ranked 8 solar installers on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Portage?
ContractorsRanked ranks 8 solar installers serving Portage, MI. 2 of them are based in Portage; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Portage work on weekends?
2 of 8 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Mid-America Solar (#2) and Climax Solar (#5). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Portage?
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 Portage solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 8 rated solar installers in Portage is 5.0★, with a median of 33 reviews. Helios Solar LLC has the most, 75 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 Portage count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Portage 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 Portage
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 8 solar installers serving Portage.
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