Best Solar Companies in New York 2023

In our analysis, these solar installers stood out for their customer service, knowledge of the New York market, and installation quality.

When we researched solar for our home, we went way down the rabbit hole. I mean 80+ hours comparing solar companies, PV panel brands, inverters, battery backup, everything. We quickly realized two things: 1) There are a ton of options out there, and 2) Choosing the right installer can mean faster solar installations, fewer hurdles with permitting, better design with higher output, and a fun experience. 

Read on to see our picks for the best solar installers in New York, with our analysis of what you need to get the right setup for your home.

Featured Installer: Brooklyn Solar Works
We’ve been a fan of these guys for years, because of their ability to speed through NYC solar permitting, outstanding customer service, and beautiful rooftop solar designs.
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    Best Solar Companies in New York City

     
    Knows NYC buildings, great designs for flat roofs. Easy to schedule a quote on their web site.

    EmPower Solar

    Island Park, NY


    Good service and informative documentation.

    Venture Solar

    Brooklyn, NY


    Flexible financing options, 25 year warranty.

    Sea Bright Solar

    Staten Island, NY


    Installs SunPower and Tesla Powerwall. Nearly 20 years experience.

    Surf Clean Energy

    Long Beach, NY


    Home base is Long Island homes, but has experience with Queens, Brooklyn flat roofs. 

    YSG Solar

    New York, NY 


    Installs panels and batteries. Flexible payment options.

    Trinity Solar

    NY


    Knowledgable sales people. Northeast region focus, does not have NYC office.

    Best Solar Companies in Upstate NY

    Nickels Energy Solutions

    Liverpool, NY

    Kassleman Solar

    Albany, NY

    Solar by CIR

    Grand Island, NY

    Solar Liberty

    Buffalo, NY

    Seed Solar

    Troy, NY

    PlugPV

    Albany, NY

    Apex Solar Power

    Queensbury, NY

    New York State Solar Farm

    Modena, NY

    Monolith Solar

    Rensselaer, NY

    Buffalo Solar

    Depew, NY

    Best Solar Companies in Long Island

    New York Power Solutions

    White Plains, NY

    Empower Solar

    Long Island City, NY

    Harvest Power

    Long Beach, NY

    NY State Solar

    Hicksville, NY

    SuNation

    Ronkonkoma, NY

    Long Island Power Solutions

    Ronkonkoma, NY

    Grid City Solar

    Cedarhurst, NY

    YSG Solar

    New York, NY

    Sunrise Solar Solutions

    Briarcliff Manor, NY

    Best Solar Companies in Westchester & Rockland

    Powerlutions

    Spring Valley, NY

    SunBlue Energy

    Sleepy Hollow, NY

    New York Power Solutions

    White Plains, NY

    YSG Solar

    New York, NY

    Tri-State Solar Services

    Congers, NY

    How We Calculated the Top Solar Installers

    We combed the web and did a deep dive into all the solar companies in New York. We read and averaged reviews from multiple websites, dug up warranties, accreditations, financing options, product options, experience, employee satisfaction, and more.

    We looked at the following factors:

    • Reviews

    • Do they have NABCEP accreditation?

    • Do they have BBB accreditation?

    • How do their warranties look?

    • Do they offer financing options?

    • Do they offer product options?

    • Do they use quality products?

    • How long have they been in business?

    • How many customers have they serviced?

    • How many employees do they have?

    • How is their employee satisfaction?

    • Company website

    How to Choose the Top Solar Installer

    • Read up on the solar installer’s reviews and client testimonials

    • Find out about the warranties offered

    • Check the solar installer’s credentials and accreditations

    • Ask for the turnaround time

    • Look for customized solutions

    • Decide whether you want a national or local solar installation company.

    • Get multiple quotes. Get a quote from at least 3 solar companies.

    Featured Installer: Brooklyn Solar Works
    We’ve been a fan of these guys for years, because of their ability to speed through NYC solar permitting, outstanding customer service, and beautiful rooftop solar designs.

    NY Solar Energy Incentives

    Federal ITC New York residents can take advantage of the 30% federal investment tax credit (ITC). A tax credit is a dollar-for-dollar reduction in your total income tax liability. If your solar system costs $10,000, you could claim a $3,000 credit on the federal taxes you owe.  The tax credit carries forward multiple years in case your federal tax liability is low.

    Other solar financial incentives to look for (not available in every state):

    • State tax credits

    • Net metering

    • SRECs – Solar Renewable Energy Certificates

    • Utility companies sometimes offer incentives

    • City and county-level incentives

    • Tax exemptions – sales and property value increase

    How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in New York?

    The average cost of solar panels (including installation) in New York is $2.89 per watt.  The average cost of a 5kW solar panel system in New York is $14,400, and $10,656 after the federal tax credit. 

    Average payback period: 7 years
    Average 20-year savings: $38,000

    New York Solar Panel Installation Costs by City

    New York City
    Long Island
    Westchester
    Albany
    Buffalo
    Syracuse
    New Paltz
    Troy
    Rochester
    Yonkers
    New Rochelle
    Mount Vernon
    Schenectady
    Utica
    White Plains
    Niagara Falls
    Binghamton
    Freeport
    Valley Stream

    Factors that Determine your Total Cost

    • Size of the solar energy system

    • Equipment

    • The solar company

    • Solar incentives, tax credits, and rebates

    • Solar financing options

    • Payback period

    • Electricity rates in New York

    • Roof condition

    • Costs by city

    • Home value increase

    New York Solar Energy Facts

    • Solar Installed (MW): 4,041
    • Enough Solar Installed to Power: 669,662 homes
    • National Ranking: 9th (9th in 2021)
    • Percentage of State’s Electricity from Solar: 3.9%
    • Solar Jobs in NY: 10,524
    • Number of Installations in NY: 180

    Data current through Q3 2022
    Source: seia.org