Top 11 Best Solar Companies in Florida [2022 Reviews]

SunPower delivers the most efficient residential solar panels, manufactured by Maxeon, on the market. With high-efficiency panels, you’re able to get more solar energy production with fewer panels. With Florida’s abundance of sunshine, choosing SunPower is a great way for you to save on solar panels because you can install a smaller system that’s still strong enough to power your home.

Because SunPower only offers its own equipment, the downside to choosing this installer is that there’s not much room for customization. For example, if you’re keen on having the Tesla Powerwall as your solar battery, you can’t install SunPower Panels. Instead, you must install SunPower’s SunVault.

Fortunately SunPower offers top-of-the-line equipment, so it’s not a huge sacrifice. Plus, instead of having various manufacturer warranties to keep track of, every element of your SunPower solar system — panels, inverters, batteries and installation — will be protected under the company’s industry-leading 25-year warranty.

SunPower’s first-class solar energy system is, predictably, one of the more expensive options on the market. But the company is aware of the high costs involved with solar panel installation and offers several solar financing options, including an in-house zero-down loan with SunPower Financial, leases and power purchase agreements (referred to as PPAs).

Speaking of finances, SunPower’s superior technology starts right off the bat with online estimates and virtual consultations, so you’re aware of all costs involved and won’t ever be hit with hidden fees.

SunPower’s customers rave about the company’s customer service and expertise in helping people go solar in Florida. However, because SunPower is a national provider, it does outsource its work to local providers, which has led to complaints of spotty customer service in some locations.

Read a full review of Sunpower here.

ADT Solar, formerly Sunpro, is a well-known solar installer providing solar panels, solar backup battery installation and online monitoring to customers across 21 states and counting.

What we love about ADT Solar is that it handles the entire installation process, start to finish, with no subcontractors. It also offers its customers numerous benefits including several solar panel brands (and energy efficiency ranges), competitive pricing and free solar consultations.

But the real brag-worthy aspect of ADT is its comprehensive 25-year warranty. Unlike most companies, which only offer product warranties and 10-year workmanship warranties, ADT guarantees your solar system will produce at its estimated level for decades after your purchase. According to ADT, if your system does not produce the amount of energy guaranteed, you will receive the difference in cash — that’s a strong promise.

While Sunpro was founded in 2008, the company has only been operating in Florida since 2018. There’s no doubting ADT’s clear track record for success as it’s quickly expanding. But with less than five years in Florida, ADT contractors may not be as knowledgeable with local solar policy and incentives the way a longtime Florida solar installer may be.

With that said, we recommend getting a quote from ADT Solar and asking contractors about their experience working with solar in The Sunshine State. There’s a good chance you’ll speak with installers who have been working in the solar industry long before ADT started its Florida operation.

Click here for ADT Solar’s full review.

The first installer on our list that operates solely within Florida, Solar Source is a favorite solar company among local roofers, builders and homeowners. That’s likely because Solar Source is just that — a source for all things solar. Aside from solar panel systems, Solar Source also offers Tesla Solar Roofs, solar pool heating and solar hot water systems.

Solar Source has served more than 60,000 solar customers in Central Florida since its inception in 1984. Unfortunately, Solar Source only services homeowners in the Greater Tampa and Greater Orlando areas, which leaves many Florida homeowners to search for solar installation elsewhere.

A commitment to top-quality products, exceptional service and reliable support has earned the company many positive reviews from customers. Solar Source has accreditation from some of the top solar organizations, including the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and the Florida Solar Energy Industries Association (FlaSEIA). On its website, Solar Source boasts that it is “trusted” by national organizations like NASA and the YMCA and has solar projects across North America.

Florida is frequently hit by tropical storms and severe weather, and Solar Source offers nearly four decades of expertise you can trust to install your system securely. This company designs its systems with Florida weather in mind, installing all systems directly to trusses that have proven to stay intact for homeowners, even when hurricane winds tore roof shingles off around their panels.

In our opinion, Solar Source’s biggest disadvantage is its warranty coverage. The company says your photovoltaic (PV) system will be protected by the manufacturer’s 25-year warranty that includes panel performance. However, as a company, Solar Source only covers parts, panels and labor for one year after installation, which is a very short time compared to competitors. We’d like to see at least five years for a workmanship warranty.

SunVena is another renewable energy company local to The Sunshine State. While headquartered near Orlando, SunVena has helped Floridians switch to clean energy from Tampa to Merritt Island and everywhere in between.

SunVena is primarily dedicated to Central Florida homeowners, but encourages any homeowner in the State of Florida to give them a call. This means it might be possible for you to have SunVena install your solar panels if you live in, say, Jacksonville or Miami. But keep in mind that you may be charged extra for travel fees, so SunVena may not be the best choice for those outside Central Florida.

We appreciate that SunVena delivers exceptional solar education without lengthy, confusing sales pitches. Going solar is meant to be an educational, friendly and simple process, making customers feel comfortable in making a sizable investment. The company’s stellar customer reviews prove SunVena’s solar contractors has this approach down pat, and SunVena is among the small group of solar panel companies that doesn’t work with subcontractors.

However, the best part of choosing SunVena is that all of its residential solar systems are protected by an all-encompassing 25-year warranty. It includes 25 years of protection for your entire solar power system, as well as installation labor, power production and even roof penetration for 25 years. If your solar panels perform at a lower level than the guaranteed amount, you’ll receive the difference in cash.

SunVena isn’t perfect, though. It’s a bit more expensive compared to other solar installers on this list, despite offering a lot of the same equipment. SunVena was also founded in 2019, which means it’s much less experienced in The Sunshine State.

Goldin Solar is committed to helping Floridians lower their energy bills and protect the planet through solar solutions. The company serves the majority of Floridians with offices in Orlando, Miami and Vero Beach.

Founded in 2014, Goldin Solar is a young company that has quickly made an impact. Its installations have generated over 11 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of energy and helped its customers save a combined $1.49 million on electric bills.

Goldin Solar offers solar panel installations, solar batteries and online system monitoring. All systems are built to withstand the intense rain and high winds common during Florida’s hurricane season. Goldin Solar uses Hanwha Qcells panels, which have excellent efficiency even in low light conditions, and the Tesla Powerwall for battery storage.

For financing, Goldin Solar accepts cash purchases and offers $0 financing loans, but no lease or power purchase agreement (PPA) options, which may be an issue for some homeowners. We’d say the biggest downside to Goldin Solar is that it has less than 10 years of experience in the industry, but it’s certainly proven itself a worthy company.

Goldin Solar offers workmanship and roof penetration warranties, but the duration of these warranties will vary depending on the project. All solar panels will be protected by the 25-year manufacturer and power production warranties.

Click here for Goldin Solar’s full review.

This family business was founded in St. Petersburg in 2015 and has quickly grown to serve the entire State of Florida, as well as South Carolina and Texas. Solar Bear evolved from providing home energy audits and monitoring to renewable energy services.

Alongside solar PV and storage, Solar Bear installs solar thermal and geothermal heat pumps in Florida. As a bonus, Solar Bear offers roofing and spray foam insulation services, which is beneficial because some homeowners find they’ll have to replace their roofs to add solar panels and having one contractor to perform both services can often save money.

Solar Bear offers a variety of brands including SolarEdge, Trina Solar, Panasonic and Silfab. Solar Bear has impressive ratings from its customers, holding more than 4.5 stars across various solar review websites, so customers can trust Solar Bear’s transparency in its business practices.

There are no solar lease or PPA options with Solar Bear, but loan financing options are offered through partnerships with EnerBank and Sunlight Financial. While Solar Bear doesn’t have many years of experience under its belt, it has hundreds of positive customer reviews that speak to its honesty and professionalism.

For customers looking to support local, family-owned businesses without sacrificing quality, Solar Bear may be the option for you.

Blue Raven Solar is a popular solar provider serving 17 states, including Florida. Its promising growth is the reason it was recently purchased by industry titan SunPower.

While it shines in a lot of areas, Blue Raven Solar’s biggest advantage is its innovative financing plans: BluePower Plus+ and SmartStart. Unlike most other solar panel loans, BluePower Plus+ offers the unique advantages of a $0-upfront option for the first 18 months of a system’s life as well as a fixed repayment rate and the ability to pay the loan off at any time without penalty. Its exclusive SmartStart program extends that low, 18-month promotional monthly payment by up to 42 months.

Blue Raven does not offer solar leases or PPAs, but its unique financing plans make solar ownership much more accessible to more homeowners while still extending a low solar panel payback period.

At the moment, Blue Raven’s biggest disadvantage is that it doesn’t offer solar batteries for energy storage, which is basically a necessity for Florida homeowners that experience frequent storms. However, Blue Raven has promised that solar storage options would be coming soon, and with its recent acquisition by SunPower, we’re confident that promise will be delivered on soon.

All of Blue Raven’s panels are protected by a strong 25-year warranty plus a 10-year warranty for workmanship.

Read our full review of Blue Raven Solar.

If you’re looking for the most affordable solar panel company in Florida, Solar-Ray may be your best bet. The company was founded on the principle of offering the best service, price and products available. Solar-Ray also offers all customers a 5% cash rebate on their purchases.

Solar Ray has a great reputation in the Orlando area with a team of NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioner)-certified technicians. A preferred solar service provider of Duke Energy, Orange County Public Schools, Orlando Utility Commission and the University of Central Florida, Solar-Ray has 14 years of local knowledge and experience to ensure Floridians secure the maximum value from their solar investment.

Solar-Ray provides solar panel design, installation and monitoring services for both residential and commercial properties. Unfortunately they only install panels at this time, so if you have other solar energy needs, like batteries or EV chargers, you’ll have to hire another company for that. Solar-Ray offers cash or solar loans but no solar lease or PPAs.

There’s not much information readily available regarding Solar-Ray’s warranty coverage, but we know they have 25-year warranties on all equipment and warranty on any roof leaks or issues from installation. Solar-Ray has a 100% satisfaction guarantee and many customer reviews mention that Solar-Ray’s warranty was the best they were offered.

Unicity Solar has only been in business since 2018, but the company’s founders have been installing solar PV systems since 2009 and have master electrician designations to back up their experience. Despite Unity Solar’s young age, the company’s focus on providing customers with simple, affordable solar panel systems has made it a leader in Florida’s renewable energy space.

Unicity’s strengths come in providing some of the best solar panels in the industry from brands like Panasonic and Silfab and the best inverter from Enphase. It also boasts being the only Elite Panasonic Installer in Florida. The company has an industry-leading warranty of 25 years with no-cost warranty protection on all products and installations and claims it can offer the lowest prices in the industry.

Aside from Florida homeowners, Unicity serves those in Arizona and the Carolinas. The company offers solar installation, as well as community solar, electrical contracting, roofing and general contracting work.

According to its website, Unicity only offers solar panel installations at this time. Unfortunately, the company has received mixed reviews online, with some customers complaining of faulty systems and hard-to-reach customer representatives.

Momentum Solar prides itself on solar education, making the process of switching to solar energy as simple as possible. While headquartered in New Jersey, Momentum Solar has been serving homeowners in Florida since its Orlando office opened in 2017. It also serves eight other states.

Despite the company’s size, Momentum Solar is known for being affordable. It also accepts all forms of solar financing, including solar panel leases and PPAs, making it an optimal choice for homeowners who want to give solar a try.

Thousands of customer reviews online boast about Momentum’s affordability and outstanding customer service. It’s likely because Momentum uses a concierge service for all customers, so you’ll have a direct point of contact throughout your time with them.

Momentum offers solar panels and solar storage, and all of its equipment is protected by either 25 or 30 year manufacturer warranties. Its workmanship warranty could be stronger, as it is only valid for 10 years, but at least it’s offered.

We feel it’s important to share that Momentum Solar is currently facing a proposed class action lawsuit that accuses the company and its management of racial discrimination. As of October 2022, no verdict has been reached. EcoWatch has not independently verified the claims mentioned in this lawsuit but you can find out more information here.

May Electric Solar is a full-service home energy solution company that offers an educational, no-pressure sales approach. What started as a general electric services company quickly turned solar-focused and May Electric has a proven track record of nearly two decades in the highly competitive Central Florida solar market.

This company offers 26 different solar panels from 11 manufacturers, including the leading brands, plus Enphase inverters and batteries. All products have been tested by May Electric contractors, so you can expect high expertise and authentic recommendations working with this company.

Currently May Electric boasts an LG Pro Solar Installer badge and offers many LG panel models. But with LG announcing its cessation of solar panel operations in 2022, it’s unclear which brand May Electric will pivot to.

One of the aspects of May Electric we like best is the company’s above-average 30-year warranty on labor and services. So if your solar panels are underperforming or need damage repair, you won’t be charged extra under May Electric’s guarantee. The warranty also covers roof mounting and leak protection.

May Electric only serves Central Florida, so if you live in South or North Florida, you should choose another installer.