63/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews, the most in Vernon.
- 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 5101 25 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T 1P5
Best Solar Installers in Vernon, BC (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 Vernon: Roost Solar, CR Score 63/100; 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews.
- 6
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Greencoast Power, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #6 of 8.
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Most-reviewed: Energy Economics Solar, 52 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 8 ranked after Roost Solar; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
8 Vernon solar installers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 2 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 8 rated businesses.
Top 8 solar installers in Vernon at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roost Solar | 63 | 5.0★ (65) | Vernon | — | Overall |
| 2 | IceBerg Solar | 59 | 5.0★ (7) | Vernon | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Energy Economics Solar | 59 | 4.9★ (52) | Vernon | — | Most reviews |
| 4 | Sunward Solar | 58 | 5.0★ (11) | Vernon | — | — |
| 5 | Solar Roofing | 51 | 3.0★ (4) | Vernon | — | — |
| 6 | Greencoast Power | 49 | 5.0★ (5) | North Cowichan, 61 km away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 7 | Coast Solar Solutions | 49 | 5.0★ (3) | Nanaimo, 61 km away | — | — |
| 8 | Southwest Solar and Heating | 47 | 5.0★ (6) | Colwood, 61 km away | — | — |
The 8 best solar installers in Vernon, 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 Vernon
59/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy company”.
- 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 6 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- Garmisch Road, Vernon, BC V1H 1E3
Based in Vernon
59/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 52 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 52 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1140 HWY 97A Armstrong, Vernon, BC V1B 3W6
Based in Vernon
58/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Solar energy system service”.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Vernon
51/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
- 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 6:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in North Cowichan, 61 km away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Nanaimo, 61 km away
49/100CR 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–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Colwood, 61 km away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
How much do solar installers cost in Vernon?
US national ranges converted to CAD, not adjusted for Vernon. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar panel installation | CA$38,690 | CA$43,760 | CA$47,600 | Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range converted at 1.4054 CAD per USD (Bank of Canada, October 20, 2026) | October 2026 |
How we ranked Vernon solar installers
We scored 8 Vernon 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 Vernon 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 Vernon: frequently asked questions
Who is the best solar installer in Vernon?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked solar installer in Vernon, BC is Roost Solar with a CR Score of 63/100. It has 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews. IceBerg Solar (#2) and Energy Economics Solar (#3) follow. We ranked 8 solar installers on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many solar installers are there in Vernon?
ContractorsRanked ranks 8 solar installers serving Vernon, BC. 5 of them are based in Vernon; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which solar installers in Vernon are open 24/7?
1 ranked solar installer in Vernon posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Greencoast Power (#6). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which solar installers in Vernon work on weekends?
2 of 8 ranked solar installers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are IceBerg Solar (#2) and Greencoast Power (#6). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does solar panel installation cost in Vernon?
Solar panel installation typically costs CA$38,690 to CA$47,600, with CA$43,760 typical (Per system: about 12 kW at about $2.60 per watt, before incentives. US national range converted at 1.4054 CAD per USD (Bank of Canada, October 20, 2026)). This is a national range, not adjusted for Vernon. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Vernon solar installers have?
The median Google rating among 8 rated solar installers in Vernon is 5.0★, with a median of 7 reviews. Roost Solar has the most, 65 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 Vernon count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 64 km of the Vernon city centre, 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 Vernon
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 8 solar installers serving Vernon.
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