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5 Best solar companies in Smithville, TX (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 Smithville, TX 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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9 companies
1,055 customer reviews
4.5 average rating

Solar companies in Smithville, TX 2023

  • Austin, TX
    Established 2011
    Elite+ Installer
    Things to Consider While Going Solar

    First thing to keep in mind when going solar is purchasing the right solar panels and inverters for your solar project. At Solar SME, we only sell and install the best-quality US branded equipment with a 25-year warranty. Installing the best-quality equipment onto your home or business will provide you with the highest performance, increased safety, and close to no maintenance needed.

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    Things to Consider While Going Solar

    First thing to keep in mind when going solar is purchasing the right solar panels and inverters for your solar project. At Solar SME, we only sell and install the best-quality US branded equipment with a 25-year warranty. Installing the best-quality equipment onto your home or business will provide you with the highest performance, increased safety, and close to no maintenance needed.

    Get an Accurate Quote from Solar Experts

    At…
  • Houston, TX
    Established 2017
    Elite Installer
    At Sunshine Renewable, we're in business to enact our mission to "do right by our community and the environment that sustains it." This vision has driven us to take our small company from a subcontracted install team to a full-scale, turnkey solar company with stellar customer service and NABCEP certification. We have devoted our careers to the pursuit of moving solar energy forward. We strive to be a part of the energy revolution which will ensure that future generations experience energy s…
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    At Sunshine Renewable, we're in business to enact our mission to "do right by our community and the environment that sustains it." This vision has driven us to take our small company from a subcontracted install team to a full-scale, turnkey solar company with stellar customer service and NABCEP certification. We have devoted our careers to the pursuit of moving solar energy forward. We strive to be a part of the energy revolution which will ensure that future generations experience energy s…
  • San Antonio, TX
    Established 2020
    Elite Installer
    At ATMA Energy, our customers love us for not only what we do, but who we are. We are a team dedicated to exceeding the expectations and unique needs every client, every time.
    Because we specialize and use only top-rated products, like solar panels from Q-Cell, REC, and Mission Solar, all of our installations are backed by the industry's best 25-year Power & Product Warranties. Because we are so confident in the quality of our installations, each one is backed by Workmanship Warranty for 25-yea…
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    Elite Installer

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    At ATMA Energy, our customers love us for not only what we do, but who we are. We are a team dedicated to exceeding the expectations and unique needs every client, every time.
    Because we specialize and use only top-rated products, like solar panels from Q-Cell, REC, and Mission Solar, all of our installations are backed by the industry's best 25-year Power & Product Warranties. Because we are so confident in the quality of our installations, each one is backed by Workmanship Warranty for 25-yea…
  • Austin, TX
    Established 2013
    Elite Installer
    Since 2013 Alba Energy's team of highly qualified solar and renewable energy professionals have delivered the best customer service and highest quality projects. We build long-standing relationships with our customers to ensure that our solar energy systems continue to run as efficiently as the day we install them.
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    Since 2013 Alba Energy's team of highly qualified solar and renewable energy professionals have delivered the best customer service and highest quality projects. We build long-standing relationships with our customers to ensure that our solar energy systems continue to run as efficiently as the day we install them.
  • Multi-state
    Established 2014
    Elite Installer
    We are energy consultants that pride ourselves on helping homeowners reach their energy goals through solar. We will guide you through the process of designing the correct size system that uses only the best components for their solar experience. We again pride ourselves on outstanding customer service and installs that aim to exceed our clients expectations.
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    We are energy consultants that pride ourselves on helping homeowners reach their energy goals through solar. We will guide you through the process of designing the correct size system that uses only the best components for their solar experience. We again pride ourselves on outstanding customer service and installs that aim to exceed our clients expectations.
  • Austin, TX
    Established 2018
    Advanced Installer
    We are working nationwide and have our local offices in all over USA. We are locals in the states we are operating i.e. Texas, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Georgia
    We have 87 in house employees in Texas, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Georgia
    Also, we have highly professional teams in every state with NABCEP, Solar Insure, Enphase Ensemble Certified. LG Chem Certified. REC Pro Trust Partner, Generac Authorized, Master Electrician and Qcell certified.
    We are offering free site inspection through a non-b…
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    We are working nationwide and have our local offices in all over USA. We are locals in the states we are operating i.e. Texas, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Georgia
    We have 87 in house employees in Texas, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Georgia
    Also, we have highly professional teams in every state with NABCEP, Solar Insure, Enphase Ensemble Certified. LG Chem Certified. REC Pro Trust Partner, Generac Authorized, Master Electrician and Qcell certified.
    We are offering free site inspection through a non-b…
  • Austin, TX
    Established 2018
    Approved Installer
    Best prices, easy service and guaranteed installations!
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    Best prices, easy service and guaranteed installations!
  • Frisco, TX
    Established 2011
    Approved 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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    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…
  • Stafford, TX
    Established 2016
    Approved Installer
    Words are cheap. We've seen standard install practices, and we're not impressed. We go beyond the standard by implementing a 5-point quality check on all of our installations. We guarantee every project will follow this process, making each installation a cut above the rest. We've installed over 11,000 solar projects and saved our customers over $5MM on their energy bills. We're excited to help you start your solar journey and start saving.
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    Screened & Verified

    Words are cheap. We've seen standard install practices, and we're not impressed. We go beyond the standard by implementing a 5-point quality check on all of our installations. We guarantee every project will follow this process, making each installation a cut above the rest. We've installed over 11,000 solar projects and saved our customers over $5MM on their energy bills. We're excited to help you start your solar journey and start saving.

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How we determine the best solar companies in Smithville, TX

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 Smithville, TX 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 Smithville, TX. 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 Smithville, TX is $2.74/W. Given a solar panel system size of 5 kilowatts (kW), an average solar installation in Smithville, TX ranges in cost from $11,645 to $15,755, with the average gross price for solar in Smithville, TX coming in at $13,700. 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 Smithville, TX are:

  1. Solar SME, Inc.
  2. Sunshine Renewable Solutions
  3. ATMA Energy, LLC
  4. Alba Energy LLC
  5. ESD Solar
There are 9 solar companies in Smithville, TX on the EnergySage Marketplace.
On average, solar shoppers in Smithville, TX save $15,632 over the course of 20 years that they would have paid to their utility company. Shoppers who connect with a solar provider in Smithville, TX on the EnergySage Marketplace have a solar payback period of 10.90 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.