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5 Best solar companies in Lemon Grove, CA (2023 ranking)

UPDATED MARCH 2023

There are plenty of solar companies out there – check out this updated ranking for the top rated solar installers in Lemon Grove, CA based on shopper preferences. Compare customer ratings, company tiers, and genuine customer feedback to see which installer is the best fit for your solar project.

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14 companies
2,768 customer reviews
4.5 average rating

Solar companies in Lemon Grove, CA 2023

  • San Diego, CA
    Established 2008
    Elite+ Installer
    Since 2008, Solar Optimum continues to be the leader in supplying solar energy systems, back-up battery storage and roofing for homeowners and businesses in California, Nevada and Arizona. Our team is made up of professionals that aim to protect the environment with the latest technologies as well as offer immediate and long-term savings to the consumer.

    * THREE-Time Winner: 2022, 2021 and 2020 Panasonic National Installer of the Year
    * Since 2008, Solar Optimum has led the energy revolution acr…

    Elite+ Installer

    Screened & Verified

    Since 2008, Solar Optimum continues to be the leader in supplying solar energy systems, back-up battery storage and roofing for homeowners and businesses in California, Nevada and Arizona. Our team is made up of professionals that aim to protect the environment with the latest technologies as well as offer immediate and long-term savings to the consumer.

    * THREE-Time Winner: 2022, 2021 and 2020 Panasonic National Installer of the Year
    * Since 2008, Solar Optimum has led the energy revolution acr…
  • Escondido, CA
    Established 2014
    Elite+ Installer
    - Family Owned and Operated
    - Authorized Panasonic Premium Installer (25 Years Workmanship, Product, and Performance Warranty on Panels, Micro Inverters, and Racking from Panasonic)
    - 5 star reviews on GOOGLE Plus, BBB, Yelp
    - Highest Quality of Workmanship
    - Unbeatable Pricing
    - $0 Down Financing Program.
    - 30% Federal Tax Credit
    - Solar PV, Main Panel Upgrades, EV Charging Stations
    - As Seen on TV

    Elite+ Installer

    Screened & Verified

    - Family Owned and Operated
    - Authorized Panasonic Premium Installer (25 Years Workmanship, Product, and Performance Warranty on Panels, Micro Inverters, and Racking from Panasonic)
    - 5 star reviews on GOOGLE Plus, BBB, Yelp
    - Highest Quality of Workmanship
    - Unbeatable Pricing
    - $0 Down Financing Program.
    - 30% Federal Tax Credit
    - Solar PV, Main Panel Upgrades, EV Charging Stations
    - As Seen on TV
  • San Diego, CA
    Established 2017
    Elite Installer
    With an unmatched 60 DAY INSTALLATION GUARANTEE and 25 YEAR MONEY BACK PRODUCTION GUARANTEE it is clear why our customers have made us the fastest growing solar company in the U.S.
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    Elite Installer

    Screened & Verified

    With an unmatched 60 DAY INSTALLATION GUARANTEE and 25 YEAR MONEY BACK PRODUCTION GUARANTEE it is clear why our customers have made us the fastest growing solar company in the U.S.
  • Escondido, CA
    Established 2010
    Advanced Installer
    We are a veteran and family owned company serving all of San Diego and Riverside County. We are certified installers for Panasonic, REC, Tesla, LG, Q-Cells and more! This allows us to provide you with a 25-Year warranty for all of the products we install. We do NOT subcontract, we're a one-stop shop. We have access to the best lending programs on the market including no fee Credit Unions and competitive interest rates. Incentive Solar takes pride in being a referral based company that plans to be your…
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    Advanced Installer

    Screened & Verified

    We are a veteran and family owned company serving all of San Diego and Riverside County. We are certified installers for Panasonic, REC, Tesla, LG, Q-Cells and more! This allows us to provide you with a 25-Year warranty for all of the products we install. We do NOT subcontract, we're a one-stop shop. We have access to the best lending programs on the market including no fee Credit Unions and competitive interest rates. Incentive Solar takes pride in being a referral based company that plans to be your…
  • Temecula, CA
    Established 2016
    Approved Installer
    Now offering contact free screenshare consultations! Gold Rush Energy Solutions’ sole purpose is to empower people with the latest renewable technology so that they may live more abundant lives. Our focus is to develop a culture that nurtures a positive streamlined experience for our customers and employees. We perform quality work with qualified professionals. Our goal is to make our customers lucky to have chosen us.
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    Approved Installer

    Screened & Verified

    Now offering contact free screenshare consultations! Gold Rush Energy Solutions’ sole purpose is to empower people with the latest renewable technology so that they may live more abundant lives. Our focus is to develop a culture that nurtures a positive streamlined experience for our customers and employees. We perform quality work with qualified professionals. Our goal is to make our customers lucky to have chosen us.
  • San Diego, CA
    Established 1987
    Elite+ Installer
    NRG Clean Power is on a mission to change the way energy is produced, consumed and stored. We believe that energy production should be decentralized, deregulated, affordable and most importantly, renewable. Complete energy independence is our goal. Solar, The Smart Way ™.

    Dedicated project managers will guide you through the project that includes a lifetime warranty to protect your investment. This is solar, the smart way!
    *Fully licensed electricians (C-10 license Class)
    *Perfect Safety Track…

    Elite+ Installer

    Screened & Verified

    NRG Clean Power is on a mission to change the way energy is produced, consumed and stored. We believe that energy production should be decentralized, deregulated, affordable and most importantly, renewable. Complete energy independence is our goal. Solar, The Smart Way ™.

    Dedicated project managers will guide you through the project that includes a lifetime warranty to protect your investment. This is solar, the smart way!
    *Fully licensed electricians (C-10 license Class)
    *Perfect Safety Track…
  • San Diego, CA
    Established 2014
    Elite+ Installer
    Elevation is one of the nation’s largest providers of residential solar, storage, energy efficiency, and energy intelligence technology providers, with a focus on ethical business practices and customer-first values.

    * Energy Star Contractor of the Year – Sustained Excellence 2021
    * Energy Star Century Club 2018, 2019
    * Energy Star Contractor of the Year 2019, 2020
    * Inc 5000 Fastest-Growing Company
    * Solar Reviews top 100 installers 2019, 2020
    * APS top 5 home performance contractor…

    Elite+ Installer

    Screened & Verified

    Elevation is one of the nation’s largest providers of residential solar, storage, energy efficiency, and energy intelligence technology providers, with a focus on ethical business practices and customer-first values.

    * Energy Star Contractor of the Year – Sustained Excellence 2021
    * Energy Star Century Club 2018, 2019
    * Energy Star Contractor of the Year 2019, 2020
    * Inc 5000 Fastest-Growing Company
    * Solar Reviews top 100 installers 2019, 2020
    * APS top 5 home performance contractor…
  • Yucaipa, CA
    Established 2014
    Advanced Installer
    As a family run business, we care most about the LEGACY we leave behind for you.

    As a builder (general contractor), we love what we do and we're excited that our work often lasts longer than most people live in their homes. Also, because we're EXPERT BUILDERS, the warranty on any roof work we do is not violated once the solar is installed because we do both together.

    At the end of the day what are you buying? Energy! So, what is your solar worth if you don't get a guarantee on…
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    Advanced Installer

    Screened & Verified

    As a family run business, we care most about the LEGACY we leave behind for you.

    As a builder (general contractor), we love what we do and we're excited that our work often lasts longer than most people live in their homes. Also, because we're EXPERT BUILDERS, the warranty on any roof work we do is not violated once the solar is installed because we do both together.

    At the end of the day what are you buying? Energy! So, what is your solar worth if you don't get a guarantee on…
  • Multi-state
    Established 2011
    Advanced Installer
    LA SOLAR GROUP and Its subsidiary companies are one of the highest-rated solar companies in California, Nevada and now in Texas.

    With over 200+ installations each month, most of our business comes directly from referrals of satisfied customers.

    We are an INC 5000 company as one of the fastest-growing businesses for 7 straight consecutive years. LA SOLAR GROUP and its subsidiaries are committed to designing the most cost-effective and productive solar solutions for your home. We take a conserv…
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    Advanced Installer

    Screened & Verified

    LA SOLAR GROUP and Its subsidiary companies are one of the highest-rated solar companies in California, Nevada and now in Texas.

    With over 200+ installations each month, most of our business comes directly from referrals of satisfied customers.

    We are an INC 5000 company as one of the fastest-growing businesses for 7 straight consecutive years. LA SOLAR GROUP and its subsidiaries are committed to designing the most cost-effective and productive solar solutions for your home. We take a conserv…
  • San Diego, CA
    Established 2011
    Approved Installer
    SolarUnion is the only Diamond Certified Solar Company in the State of California that offers a 25-year performance guarantee on (i) parts, (ii) labor, (iii) roof attachments and (iv) power output.
    We are rated highest in quality on customer satisfaction, insurance coverage, license and business practices. We offer a premium solar experience to our customers.
    The SolarUnion Team includes in-house certified C46 and C10 solar electricians and carefully vetted installers with decades of experience in…
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    Approved Installer

    Screened & Verified

    SolarUnion is the only Diamond Certified Solar Company in the State of California that offers a 25-year performance guarantee on (i) parts, (ii) labor, (iii) roof attachments and (iv) power output.
    We are rated highest in quality on customer satisfaction, insurance coverage, license and business practices. We offer a premium solar experience to our customers.
    The SolarUnion Team includes in-house certified C46 and C10 solar electricians and carefully vetted installers with decades of experience in…
  • San Diego, CA
    Established 2003
    Approved Installer
    Call or Visit us Online & Get a Quote Today! Quality Custom Installation, from our local team of professionals. We Love San Diego!
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    Approved Installer

    Screened & Verified

    Call or Visit us Online & Get a Quote Today! Quality Custom Installation, from our local team of professionals. We Love San Diego!
  • National City, CA
    Established 2006
    Approved Installer
    There is no better company than a company that can EZ that Stress than EZ Solar!
    1) Family Owned
    2) Supporting Local Economy
    3) No Hidden Cost
    4) Low-Pressure Sales
    5) One of the few California contractors insured, licensed, and bonded in ALL three classifications: C-10 Electrical, B-General, and C-39 Roofing Contractors License.
    6) We educate you about our products, process, and promotions.
    7) We have a solid 12-year track record for our turnkey proc…
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    Approved Installer

    Screened & Verified

    There is no better company than a company that can EZ that Stress than EZ Solar!
    1) Family Owned
    2) Supporting Local Economy
    3) No Hidden Cost
    4) Low-Pressure Sales
    5) One of the few California contractors insured, licensed, and bonded in ALL three classifications: C-10 Electrical, B-General, and C-39 Roofing Contractors License.
    6) We educate you about our products, process, and promotions.
    7) We have a solid 12-year track record for our turnkey proc…
  • Temecula, CA
    Established 2016
    Advanced Installer
    Our solar company has provided 5 years of quality installations in the solar industry with a combined experience of over 50 years! We provide quality workmanship, using premium equipment at a very competitive price. We also provide a pre-installation assessment of your home at no additional cost! Our family owned business goes above and beyond to provide a smooth process for our customers.
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    Advanced Installer

    Screened & Verified

    Our solar company has provided 5 years of quality installations in the solar industry with a combined experience of over 50 years! We provide quality workmanship, using premium equipment at a very competitive price. We also provide a pre-installation assessment of your home at no additional cost! Our family owned business goes above and beyond to provide a smooth process for our customers.
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA
    Established 2017
    This installer is NOT accepting new customers at this time.

    Installer

    Screened & Verified

    This installer is NOT accepting new customers at this time.

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How we determine the best solar companies in Lemon Grove, CA

At EnergySage, we care about connecting solar shoppers to high-quality solar energy companies. As such, any solar installers we list above are active on the EnergySage Marketplace in Lemon Grove, CA and are pre-screened by our team.

What does it mean to be “pre-screened”? We evaluate every solar panel company to ensure that they’ll provide quality service to EnergySage users. These high-quality installers are approved based on their years of experience, licensing and insurance, reputation, and certifications. When bringing new installers into the EnergySage Marketplace, here’s how we ensure our partners are the best of the best:

  • At least three years of experience installing solar
  • Licensed and insured for solar installations
  • NABCEP certified
  • Reputation for excellent customer service and quality solar installations
  • Installs high quality solar equipment

Our rating tiers

Choosing the right installer can be difficult, especially when you’re deciding between multiple top-notch companies on EnergySage. To make it easier, we created a unique rating system that evaluates our partners’ performance based on real data from our Marketplace.

Elite+ installers are the most experienced, chosen, and celebrated companies on the Marketplace, having provided exceptional service to a high volume of shoppers for at least a year.

Elite installers earn top ratings from customers, endorsements from vendors, and win customers more frequently than their peers.

Advanced installers are among the top half of companies on the Marketplace for responsiveness, reputation, results.

Approved installers passed our rigorous screening criteria for experience, licensing, and positive reviews.

How to pick the best solar installer

When you’ve already narrowed down your options to reputable installers and are trying to decide which quote to move forward with, here are three final considerations that distinguish the best from the rest:

workmanship warranties for solar panels

Workmanship warranties

What is covered and for how long?

In the unlikely event there’s an issue with your solar panel system, it’s important to know who to call if something goes wrong. There are multiple warranties that come with your solar energy system, from manufacturer warranties for different components to workmanship warranties from your installer.

The workmanship warranty is specific to the work the installer performs, and is typically somewhere between one and 10 years. Be sure to check with your installer to see what’s included in the warranty, if there are any exclusions, and if there’s any cost to you in the event they have to come out and check on or replace some equipment.

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The use of sub-contractors

Which crew will install your system?

In some instances, solar installers will rely on subcontractors to perform some, or all, of the work included during your solar installation. Don’t let this put you off: it’s entirely standard procedure in the industry. What is alarming, though, is a lack of transparency from installers about who will install your system and why they use subcontractors.

When you’ve narrowed down your list of potential solar installers, be sure to ask who will install the system–their own crew or subcontractors–and, if they use subs, ask why they do, what portion of the install the subcontractors will complete, and what oversight the company you purchase your system from has over the subcontractors. At the end of the day, the most important question is who will stand behind the quality of your installation.

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Expertise

How does each installer tailor their system to your needs?

Beyond ensuring that your solar installer has all of the appropriate licenses and industry-specific certifications, it’s important to work with a solar installer who has experience custom designing systems to fit their customers’ needs.

When you’re comparing your options, the best installers will work with you to understand your needs, as well as how solar fits your overall energy plans. Make sure your solar installer provides a consultative, professional solar experience, and if you’re also purchasing a solar battery system, they have proven experience with those products too.

By doing the legwork for you, EnergySage makes it easy to find reputable solar installation companies in Lemon Grove, CA. We’ve already vetted all of our installer partners, and keep a close watch over their performance to ensure their installations and customer satisfaction are up to the levels that you–and we–expect. Start receiving free quotes from reputable installers in your area by creating an account on the EnergySage Marketplace today.

As of March 2023, the average solar panel cost in Lemon Grove, CA is $2.99/W. Given a solar panel system size of 5 kilowatts (kW), an average solar installation in Lemon Grove, CA ranges in cost from $12,708 to $17,192, with the average gross price for solar in Lemon Grove, CA coming in at $14,950. After accounting for the 30% federal solar tax credit and other state and local solar incentives, the net price you'll pay for solar can fall by thousands of dollars, and with options like a solar loan, solar lease, or power purchase agreement (PPA), you can find the right payment setup for your personal needs.

According to solar shoppers on the EnergySage Marketplace, the top five solar installers in Lemon Grove, CA are:

  1. Solar Optimum
  2. G C Electric Solar
  3. Better Earth
  4. Incentive Solar
  5. Gold Rush Energy Solutions
There are 14 solar companies in Lemon Grove, CA on the EnergySage Marketplace.
On average, solar shoppers in Lemon Grove, CA save $76,590 over the course of 20 years that they would have paid to their utility company. Shoppers who connect with a solar provider in Lemon Grove, CA on the EnergySage Marketplace have a solar payback period of 4.37 years - this means that after this period of time, cumulative electric bill savings pass the upfront cost of the solar power system.
According to a study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), solar quotes from national installers are about 10 percent higher, on average, compared to those provided by local installers. However, if you decide a national installer is the best choice for your home solar panel installation, here are some of the biggest companies to consider: SunPower, Sunrun, Tesla, Trinity Solar, ADT Solar (formerly Sunpro), and Momentum Solar.