82/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (39).
- 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Best Solar Installers in Socorro, NM (2026)
5 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Socorro: I AM Solar LLC., CR Score 82/100; 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Whitefin Solar Cleaning, Inc., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 5.
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Most-reviewed: LUX Electric-Solar Corp., 14 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 5 ranked after I AM Solar LLC.; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
5 Socorro solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 1 is open 24/7 and 2 open Saturdays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 5 rated businesses.
Top 5 solar installers in Socorro at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I AM Solar LLC. | 82 | 4.8★ (39) | Avondale, 12 mi away | — | Overall |
| 2 | Whitefin Solar Cleaning, Inc. | 78 | 5.0★ (7) | Alamo, 18 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | LUX Electric-Solar Corp. | 73 | 5.0★ (14) | Ramona, 35 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 4 | SunLink | 72 | 4.7★ (13) | Irving, 40 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | CSA Electrical LLC | 72 | 3.2★ (13) | Las Cruces, 26 mi away | — | — |
The 5 best solar installers in Socorro, 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 Alamo, 18 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Ramona, 35 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, 14 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 6 AM–6 PM · Sat 6 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
#4 SunLink
Based in Irving, 40 mi away
72/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Las Cruces, 26 mi away
72/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.2★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 3.2★ from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
How much do solar installers cost in Socorro?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for New Mexico with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar panel installation | $25,190 | $28,490 | $30,990 | Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 0.92 Mountain factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How we ranked Socorro solar installers
We scored 5 Socorro 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 Socorro 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 Socorro: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Socorro?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Socorro, NM is I AM Solar LLC. with a CR Score of 82/100. It has 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews. Whitefin Solar Cleaning, Inc. (#2) and LUX Electric-Solar Corp. (#3) follow. We ranked 5 solar installers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
Which solar installers in Socorro are open 24/7?
1 ranked solar installer in Socorro posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Whitefin Solar Cleaning, Inc. (#2). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Socorro work on weekends?
2 of 5 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Whitefin Solar Cleaning, Inc. (#2) and LUX Electric-Solar Corp. (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Socorro?
Solar panel installation typically costs $25,190 to $30,990, with $28,490 typical (Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range × 0.92 Mountain factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for New Mexico. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Socorro solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 5 rated solar installers in Socorro is 4.8★, with a median of 13 reviews. I AM Solar LLC. has the most, 39 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 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 Socorro count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Socorro 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 Socorro
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 5 solar installers serving Socorro.
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