58/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 999 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510
Best Solar Installers in South Suffolk, VA (2026)
33 solar installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in South Suffolk: Gladius Solar, CR Score 58/100; 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 5
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Top Tier Roofing, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #5 of 33.
- 16
Most-reviewed: Gault Electric LLC, 1,479 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 33 ranked; ranked #16.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
33 South Suffolk solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 20 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 33 rated businesses.
Top 10 solar installers in South Suffolk at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gladius Solar | 58 | 5.0★ (46) | Norfolk, 19 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | I Love My Solar, VA | 58 | 5.0★ (40) | Chesapeake, 17 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 3 | Convert Solar | 58 | 4.8★ (842) | Virginia Beach, 26 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Southern Solar VA | 57 | 5.0★ (206) | Norfolk, 20 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Top Tier Roofing | 57 | 4.9★ (106) | Suffolk, 1 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 6 | Unlimited Solar | 56 | 4.9★ (197) | Virginia Beach, 34 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Renew Energy | 56 | 4.8★ (62) | Virginia Beach, 31 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 8 | The Solar Guy | 55 | 5.0★ (23) | Virginia Beach, 27 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | LGCY Power | 55 | 4.8★ (62) | Newport News, 26 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | Rogue Solar | 54 | 5.0★ (33) | Virginia Beach, 26 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
The 33 best solar installers in South Suffolk, 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 Chesapeake, 17 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–6 PM
Based in Virginia Beach, 26 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 842 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 842 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 5770 Thurston Ave #106, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Based in Norfolk, 20 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 206 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 206 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 511 Campostella Rd, Norfolk, VA 23523
Based in Suffolk, 1 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 106 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 106 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 429 N Main St, Suffolk, VA 23434
Based in Virginia Beach, 34 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 197 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 4.9★ from 197 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 936 General Booth Blvd suite b, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
#7 Renew Energy
Based in Virginia Beach, 31 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 62 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 62 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 521 Central Dr Ste 201, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Based in Virginia Beach, 27 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 249 Central Park Ave #300, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
#9 LGCY Power
Based in Newport News, 26 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 62 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 62 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 825 Diligence Dr #209, Newport News, VA 23606
#10 Rogue Solar
Based in Virginia Beach, 26 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 4664 South Blvd Suite 100, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
#11 Trident Solar
Based in Virginia Beach, 31 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.9★ from 45 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 521 Central Dr Ste 201, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
#12 Solar Services
Based in Virginia Beach, 25 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 83 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 83 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1236 Baker Rd B, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
#13 SunThrive Solar
Based in Virginia Beach, 27 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun 11 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 4445 Corporation Ln Unit 185, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Based in Virginia Beach, 27 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy equipment supplier”.
- 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 4445 Corporation Ln Suite 171, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Based in Virginia Beach, 34 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 9:30 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 119 Saw Grass Bend, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Based in Newport News, 27 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 1,479 Google reviews, the most in South Suffolk.
- 4.9★ from 1,479 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 806 City Ctr Blvd, Newport News, VA 23606
#17 Total Solutions
Based in Norfolk, 22 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 6115 Tidewater Dr #451, Norfolk, VA 23509
Based in Norfolk, 22 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 625 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 625 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 4627 Cape Henry Ave, Norfolk, VA 23513
Based in Smithfield, 16 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 14121 Bartlett Cir, Carrollton, VA 23314
Based in Norfolk, 23 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 489 Google reviews.
- 4.5★ from 489 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2730 Ayliff Rd STE 101, Norfolk, VA 23513
Based in Chesapeake, 29 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #21 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–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed
#22 SunPower®
Based in Norfolk, 24 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.9★ from 121 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 3.9★ from 121 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 400 N Center Dr Ste 215, Norfolk, VA 23502
Based in Newport News, 26 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 11815 Fountain Way STE 300, Newport News, VA 23606
Based in Chesapeake, 21 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy equipment supplier”.
- 4.2★ from 65 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1801 Sara Dr # K, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Based in Hampton, 15 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #25 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–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 15064 Carrollton Blvd Suite 23, Carrollton, VA 23314
All 33 solar installers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #33, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Solar Consultants of Va | 50 | 5.0★ (3) | 28 mi |
| 27 | Accurate Clean Energy | 50 | 5.0★ (3) | 30 mi |
| 28 | Big Boss Solar | 49 | 3.8★ (17) | 37 mi |
| 29 | Airforce HVAC - Mechanical and Solar | 48 | 4.4★ (28) | 24 mi |
| 30 | DT Electric LLC | 47 | 4.9★ (58) | 25 mi |
| 31 | 757 Softwash LLC | 47 | 5.0★ (7) | 29 mi |
| 32 | Kyro Builders, LLC | 46 | 5.0★ (59) | 32 mi |
| 33 | WT Anderson Roofing & Siding | 45 | 5.0★ (18) | 29 mi |
Also serving South Suffolk
20 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ABB Solar Power | 24 mi | |
| Anchored Solar | 5.0★ (2) | 26 mi |
| Boundless, Inc Chesapeake, VA | 20 mi | |
| Chesapeake Solar Installation | 18 mi | |
| Dominion Energy Solutions | 17 mi | |
| EcoGen America | 19 mi | |
| Geo Concepts Group LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 20 mi |
| Get Solar VA | 25 mi | |
| Hickory Solar Farm- Energix Renewables | 5.0★ (1) | 23 mi |
| Local Solar of Virginia | 3.0★ (2) | 25 mi |
| Norfolk Solar Energy Services | 20 mi | |
| Rose Energy LLC | 19 mi | |
| solar brokers va | 32 mi | |
| Solar Info America | 27 mi | |
| SOLAR PANEL REMOVAL | 23 mi | |
| SOLAR PANEL REMOVAL BY WEST | 25 mi | |
| Solar Panels Plus | 19 mi | |
| Solar Solutions by Virginia Beach | 27 mi | |
| Super Solar RW | 5.0★ (1) | 26 mi |
| Titan Solar | 1.0★ (2) | 32 mi |
How much do solar installers cost in South Suffolk?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Virginia 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 South Suffolk solar installers
We scored 33 South Suffolk 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 23, 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 South Suffolk 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 South Suffolk: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in South Suffolk?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in South Suffolk, VA is Gladius Solar with a CR Score of 58/100. It has 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. I Love My Solar, VA (#2) and Convert Solar (#3) follow. We ranked 33 solar installers on ten factors, last updated October 23, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in South Suffolk?
ContractorsRanked ranks 33 solar installers serving South Suffolk, VA. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in South Suffolk are open 24/7?
1 ranked solar installer in South Suffolk posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Top Tier Roofing (#5). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in South Suffolk work on weekends?
20 of 33 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Gladius Solar (#1), I Love My Solar, VA (#2) and Top Tier Roofing (#5). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in South Suffolk?
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 Virginia. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do South Suffolk solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 33 rated solar installers in South Suffolk is 4.9★, with a median of 45 reviews. Gault Electric LLC has the most, 1,479 reviews, and ranks #16. 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 South Suffolk count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the South Suffolk 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 South Suffolk
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 33 solar installers serving South Suffolk.
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