55/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.4★ from 31 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun 12 PM–3 PM
Best Solar Installers in Richmond, MO (2026)
19 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Richmond: Rivus Energy Consulting, CR Score 55/100; 4.4★ from 31 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): AMPRAY SOLAR, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 19.
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Most-reviewed: Jeremy Electrical, 649 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 19 ranked; ranked #8.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
19 Richmond solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 9 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 19 rated businesses.
Top 10 solar installers in Richmond at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rivus Energy Consulting | 55 | 4.4★ (31) | Gardner, 27 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Live Smart Construction | 55 | 5.0★ (18) | Excelsior Springs, 11 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | JL Solar | 54 | 5.0★ (22) | Odessa, 20 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | AMPRAY SOLAR | 53 | 5.0★ (4) | Independence, 23 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 5 | Shinnova Solar by Smart Home Innovations LLC | 53 | 4.9★ (475) | Kansas City, 37 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | PennTech | 51 | 4.9★ (253) | Blue Springs, 24 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Rynori | 51 | 5.0★ (4) | Kansas City, 36 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Jeremy Electrical | 51 | 4.9★ (649) | Mission, 40 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 9 | Summit Roofing | 51 | 4.9★ (81) | Blue Springs, 25 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | Eric Kjelshus Energy Heating and Cooling | 50 | 4.6★ (99) | Greenwood, 34 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 19 best solar installers in Richmond, 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 Excelsior Springs, 11 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 15091 State Hwy M, Rayville, MO 64084
#3 JL Solar
Based in Odessa, 20 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 10483 Odessa Cemetery Rd, Odessa, MO 64076
#4 AMPRAY SOLAR
Based in Independence, 23 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 17400 E Courtney Atherton Rd, Independence, MO 64058
Based in Kansas City, 37 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 475 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 475 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1136 Adams St, Kansas City, KS 66103
#6 PennTech
Based in Blue Springs, 24 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 253 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 253 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1755 SE County Rd AA A, Blue Springs, MO 64014
#7 Rynori
Based in Kansas City, 36 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
Based in Mission, 40 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 649 Google reviews, the most in Richmond.
- 4.9★ from 649 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 4908 Johnson Dr, Mission, KS 66205
Based in Blue Springs, 25 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 81 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 81 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
Based in Greenwood, 34 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 99 Google reviews.
- 4.6★ from 99 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 25001 E Outer Belt Rd, Greenwood, MO 64034
Based in Kansas City, 39 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #11 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 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2200 N 43 Terrace, Kansas City, KS 66104
#12 AMPRAY Solar
Based in Greenwood, 36 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 206 13 Ave N, Greenwood, MO 64034
Based in Overland Park, 38 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#14 Midwest Solar
Based in Warrensburg, 35 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.6★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 3.6★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 173 NW 361st Rd, Warrensburg, MO 64093
Based in Lenexa, 35 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#16 HALO Roofing LLC
Based in Kansas City, 33 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–11 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 110 NW 80th St, Kansas City, MO 64118
Based in Blue Springs, 31 mi away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 24 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Lansing, 35 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
Based in Lansing, 36 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Also serving Richmond
12 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 |
|---|---|---|
| A & M Products | 34 mi | |
| Bell Roofing & Solar Providers Kansas City | 38 mi | |
| Castle Roofing & Solar Providers Kansas City | 34 mi | |
| CMO Solar | 5.0★ (1) | 37 mi |
| Impact Solar Solutions Inc. | 5.0★ (1) | 21 mi |
| Kansas City Solar Company | 35 mi | |
| KC Roofing & Solar Providers Kansas City | 36 mi | |
| Peterson Roofing & Solar Providers Kansas City | 36 mi | |
| PHM Professional Services | 32 mi | |
| Solar Panel Energie | 33 mi | |
| Soluna | 33 mi | |
| Suns of Solar Electrical Company LLC | 35 mi |
How much do solar installers cost in Richmond?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Missouri with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar panel installation | $26,570 | $30,060 | $32,700 | Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 0.97 West North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How we ranked Richmond solar installers
We scored 19 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Richmond?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Richmond, MO is Rivus Energy Consulting with a CR Score of 55/100. It has 4.4★ from 31 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Live Smart Construction (#2) and JL Solar (#3) follow. We ranked 19 solar installers on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Richmond?
ContractorsRanked ranks 19 solar installers serving Richmond, MO. Another 12 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Richmond are open 24/7?
1 ranked solar installer in Richmond posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is AMPRAY SOLAR (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Richmond work on weekends?
9 of 19 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Rivus Energy Consulting (#1), AMPRAY SOLAR (#4) and Rynori (#7). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Richmond?
Solar panel installation typically costs $26,570 to $32,700, with $30,060 typical (Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 0.97 West North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for Missouri. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Richmond solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 19 rated solar installers in Richmond is 4.9★, with a median of 17 reviews. Jeremy Electrical has the most, 649 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 Richmond count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Richmond 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 Richmond
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 19 solar installers serving Richmond.
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