Top-Rated Solar Installers in Berkeley, CA
3 local companies ranked by 524 Google reviews. Free to compare, no sign-up.
Short answer: The top-rated solar installers in Berkeley are Fuse Service (4.9★, 402 reviews), Sun Light & Power Solar (4.8★, 76 reviews), Save a Lot Solar (4.8★, 46 reviews).
Solar installers in Berkeley, ranked
- 4.9 (402 Google reviews)2001 Addison St Ste 300, Berkeley, CA 94704
- Sun Light & Power SolarAlso installs batteries4.8 (76 Google reviews)1035 Folger Ave, Berkeley, CA 94710
- Save a Lot SolarAlso installs batteries4.8 (46 Google reviews)1201 Tenth St, Berkeley, CA 94706
Together these 3 companies average 4.9★ across 524 reviews. Fuse Service has the most reviews (402).
Ranked by Google rating weighted by review count, collected September 2026. Rankings are not paid for. How we rank and how we make money.
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What a solar costs in Berkeley
For a 7 kW home system ($3.20 to $5.50 per watt, the middle 60% of US home systems in 2023). Your home may cost more or less.
Financing or future programs may still help. Check the rebate page before you sign.
Price source: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, Tracking the Sun. Rebates: our verified program data, checked monthly. Always confirm the exact amount for your home.
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How much sun does Berkeley get?
Berkeley averages about 5.2 peak sun hours a day, more than 85% of the 123 cities we track. As a rough guide, each kilowatt of panels here makes about 1,520 kWh a year (after typical system losses). A good installer will give you a roof-specific estimate that accounts for shading and roof angle.
Source: Open-Meteo historical solar radiation, 2020-2024. Production estimate assumes 80% system efficiency.
Before you hire a solar installer
- Ask for a production estimate for your roof (kWh per year) and how shading was measured.
- Ask which panels and inverter they use, and who backs the warranty if the company closes.
- Ask how your utility credits extra power you send to the grid, and whether a battery makes sense for you.
Questions about solar installers in Berkeley
Who is the best solar installer in Berkeley?
Based on Google reviews, the top-rated solar installers in Berkeley are Fuse Service (4.9★, 402 reviews), Sun Light & Power Solar (4.8★, 76 reviews), Save a Lot Solar (4.8★, 46 reviews). We rank by a review-weighted score, so companies with many strong reviews rank above those with only a few.
How are the solar installers in Berkeley ranked?
We list 3 solar companies in Berkeley, ranked by Google rating weighted by review count. Together they have 524 Google reviews and average 4.9 stars, collected September 2026. Fuse Service has the most reviews (402). No company pays to be listed or ranked.
How much does solar installation cost in Berkeley?
For a 7 kW home system ($3.20 to $5.50 per watt, the middle 60% of US home systems in 2023), the installed price is typically about $22,400 to $38,500, according to Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, Tracking the Sun. Your home may cost more or less, so get at least two quotes for the same work.
Are there rebates for solar panels in Berkeley?
We have no confirmed open solar rebate for Berkeley right now. Financing or future programs may still help, so check the rebate page before you sign.
How much power do solar panels make in Berkeley?
Berkeley averages about 5.2 peak sun hours a day, more than 85% of the 123 cities we track. As a rough guide, each kilowatt of panels here makes about 1,520 kWh a year (after typical system losses). A good installer will give you a roof-specific estimate that accounts for shading and roof angle.
What should I ask a solar installer before I hire?
Ask for a production estimate for your roof (kWh per year) and how shading was measured. Ask which panels and inverter they use, and who backs the warranty if the company closes. Ask how your utility credits extra power you send to the grid, and whether a battery makes sense for you.
Before you call anyone, check what solar rebates you can get in Berkeley. Many programs require approval or a registered contractor before work starts.
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How to read these results
- Open the profile.How a installer describes its own work tells you a lot. Look for jobs like yours.
- Read the Google reviews.Stars and counts come from Google Maps. Click through and read what past customers wrote, good and bad.
- Check for program badges.A green registered-contractor badge means the company is on the program's own list, which some rebates require.
- Compare three.Do not stop at the first good installer. Three quotes show you the real range in price, equipment and plan.
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