There are currently 10 solar energy companies operating in Kentucky. Below you can compare the prices and reputations of solar installers, solar panel manufacturers and other solar energy companies servicing Kentucky today and learn how to select the best one.
4.68 37 Reviews
Conor B, over 1 month
We've now had two full billing cycles with Solar is Freedom installed and I honestly don't know why we didn't do this years and years ago. We are saving so much money- even in the winter months! We could not ask for a better experience with Solar is freedom! From the initial presentation to installation and review they were as professional as can be. I can't recommend this company enough!
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Conor B, over 1 month
We've now had two full billing cycles with Solar is Freedom installed and I honestly don't know why we didn't do this years and years ago. We are saving so much money- even in the winter months! We could not ask for a better experience with Solar is freedom! From the initial presentation to installation and review they were as professional as can be. I can't recommend this company enough!
4.58 13 Reviews
kicking it solar style, over 1 month
I started researching for a solar system for my house back in the spring after hearing that the federal incentive was about to expire in a year or 2. I've always been interested in residential solar power since it came out years ago but like alot of technology, the systems were so expensive back then. The fact that the panels have became better, more efficient & cheaper plus the fact of the federal incentive expiring finally made it affordable. After watching hundreds of vids on YouTube, & being 65 with health issues, I decided on getting some quotes from local installers as opposed to a DIY system like a many of the vids I had watched. Well long story short, I chose Mann Solar & I'm so glad I did. Nathan Mann was very easy to talk to about this business. He'd been doing it for several years & he answered all my questions without hesitation. He came up with a great solar package that best suited my house & my needs for a great price. I would highly recommend him & his company to anyone interested in solar power for their home or business.
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kicking it solar style, over 1 month
I started researching for a solar system for my house back in the spring after hearing that the federal incentive was about to expire in a year or 2. I've always been interested in residential solar power since it came out years ago but like alot of technology, the systems were so expensive back then. The fact that the panels have became better, more efficient & cheaper plus the fact of the federal incentive expiring finally made it affordable. After watching hundreds of vids on YouTube, & being 65 with health issues, I decided on getting some quotes from local installers as opposed to a DIY system like a many of the vids I had watched. Well long story short, I chose Mann Solar & I'm so glad I did. Nathan Mann was very easy to talk to about this business. He'd been doing it for several years & he answered all my questions without hesitation. He came up with a great solar package that best suited my house & my needs for a great price. I would highly recommend him & his company to anyone interested in solar power for their home or business.
4.46 9 Reviews
Anonymous, over 1 month
Several friends also have used Sam Avery (Avery and Sun) for their Solar systems with excellent results.
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Anonymous, over 1 month
Several friends also have used Sam Avery (Avery and Sun) for their Solar systems with excellent results.
4.35 23 Reviews
Anonymous, over 1 month
SunLight Solutions has solved our high energy bills. Our electric bills keep increasing and now after our solar panels have been installed our first bill has shown a nearly 50% decrease. Everyone at Solar Energy has been so friendly and helpful throughout the whole process. Keeping in touch with us and letting us know what to expect with every step was so helpful and we found it to be very comforting.
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Anonymous, over 1 month
SunLight Solutions has solved our high energy bills. Our electric bills keep increasing and now after our solar panels have been installed our first bill has shown a nearly 50% decrease. Everyone at Solar Energy has been so friendly and helpful throughout the whole process. Keeping in touch with us and letting us know what to expect with every step was so helpful and we found it to be very comforting.
3.93 2 Reviews
Don C. , over 1 month
Eric took time to explain the techology and options for my project. Yellow Dwarf is a company you can trust to get you the solar system you need!
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Don C. , over 1 month
Eric took time to explain the techology and options for my project. Yellow Dwarf is a company you can trust to get you the solar system you need!
3.75 1 Reviews
Anonymous, over 1 month
These guys did a super job, they rolled in at 7:30 am with all the big equipment, ready to work, at the end of the day we had a beautiful system, ready to be plugged in!! The following week after all the coordination with electricians and power company we were hooked up and making power at the end of the day!!<br />These guys are fast, professional, friendly, highly skilled, a 3 man crew did all of the installation. We are very pleased and highly recommend them.
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Anonymous, over 1 month
These guys did a super job, they rolled in at 7:30 am with all the big equipment, ready to work, at the end of the day we had a beautiful system, ready to be plugged in!! The following week after all the coordination with electricians and power company we were hooked up and making power at the end of the day!!<br />These guys are fast, professional, friendly, highly skilled, a 3 man crew did all of the installation. We are very pleased and highly recommend them.
3.75 2 Reviews
Cliff in Radcliff, KY, over 1 month
You will not be sorry that you picked “Daily Green Power” for your solar installation. It is a wonderful company. I knew we had the right company right off the start when David gave us our estimate. He was very professional and took time to explain every question we asked. He listened to our needs and followed through on every concern. He was on top of our installation every step of the way. His installers were very professional, friendly, and courteous. They treated us warmly and did a wonderful install. We could not be happier.
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Cliff in Radcliff, KY, over 1 month
You will not be sorry that you picked “Daily Green Power” for your solar installation. It is a wonderful company. I knew we had the right company right off the start when David gave us our estimate. He was very professional and took time to explain every question we asked. He listened to our needs and followed through on every concern. He was on top of our installation every step of the way. His installers were very professional, friendly, and courteous. They treated us warmly and did a wonderful install. We could not be happier.
3.69 6 Reviews
Centerville, 1 week ago
We called them saying one of our panels was showing "0" production which means the inverter is not working. This seems to be happening too often as this will be the five or sixth inverter to break down. We have 29 panels. Icon Solar told me in October, they would be out before Thanksgiving. It is January. We called again to be told the company in Canada has not been shipping the inverters, warrantied or not. They are having a problem getting the inverters from the manufacturer. This really upsets us as we invested in this company. At this point, they need to find another manufacturer and hold up to the warranty they promised upon installation. Very frustrating.
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Centerville, 1 week ago
We called them saying one of our panels was showing "0" production which means the inverter is not working. This seems to be happening too often as this will be the five or sixth inverter to break down. We have 29 panels. Icon Solar told me in October, they would be out before Thanksgiving. It is January. We called again to be told the company in Canada has not been shipping the inverters, warrantied or not. They are having a problem getting the inverters from the manufacturer. This really upsets us as we invested in this company. At this point, they need to find another manufacturer and hold up to the warranty they promised upon installation. Very frustrating.
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Avg rating of Kentucky solar installers
Avg size of residential system
Avg price 11.47kW installed system
2.48 586 Reviews
Rowdy,
5 days ago
Omar and crew did an excellent job keeping me in the loop and working around my schedule.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$10,000 ($2.00 per watt)
Rowdy, 5 days ago
Omar and crew did an excellent job keeping me in the loop and working around my schedule.
4.77 911 Reviews
Charles,
over 1 month
I used this company to have a basis for my solar panels on my new house. They did a great assessment of my usage, roof, and environment. They came to the house after numerous meetings online (COVID) to finalize the project and check if 100% everything was fine. Everything financially was reviewed. Before starting, they took over all the communication with the HOA. Once approved by the HOA, the project was started. I now have 28 beautiful Solar Panels which cover 100% of my yearly usage. Would I recommend Cape Fear Solar Systems: YES.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$19,950 ($3.99 per watt)
Charles, over 1 month
I used this company to have a basis for my solar panels on my new house. They did a great assessment of my usage, roof, and environment. They came to the house after numerous meetings online (COVID) to finalize the project and check if 100% everything was fine. Everything financially was reviewed. Before starting, they took over all the communication with the HOA. Once approved by the HOA, the project was started. I now have 28 beautiful Solar Panels which cover 100% of my yearly usage. Would I recommend Cape Fear Solar Systems: YES.
4.84 318 Reviews
William Hurley,
over 1 month
The Panasonic panels we had installed had better power generation than what the competition wanted to steer us towards, and a much longer warranty.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$21,700 ($4.34 per watt)
William Hurley, over 1 month
The Panasonic panels we had installed had better power generation than what the competition wanted to steer us towards, and a much longer warranty.
4.54 893 Reviews
Roger,
over 1 month
We have had Sunpower Solar now for a little over a year now and are more then just pleased. We produce much more then we use. In fact we have a nice credit built up with the electric company. So far we haven't had any problems with the system and would recommend Sunpower to anyone.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$24,550 ($4.91 per watt)
Roger, over 1 month
We have had Sunpower Solar now for a little over a year now and are more then just pleased. We produce much more then we use. In fact we have a nice credit built up with the electric company. So far we haven't had any problems with the system and would recommend Sunpower to anyone.
1.76 235 Reviews
Antonio,
4 days ago
I brought solar panels and the was a very dissatisfied liars you don't save energy they don't explain about you bill are more higher . In summer I pay $400 plus 115 for the panels . In winter I pay 60 dls and we don't stay in home until night . In short words the panels don't cover the empty house . Don't buy panels liars.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$16,750 ($3.35 per watt)
Antonio, 4 days ago
I brought solar panels and the was a very dissatisfied liars you don't save energy they don't explain about you bill are more higher . In summer I pay $400 plus 115 for the panels . In winter I pay 60 dls and we don't stay in home until night . In short words the panels don't cover the empty house . Don't buy panels liars.
2.70 615 Reviews
V.G. Jones,
5 days ago
We chose the item because we felt that it was a good program; unfortunately for two months the system was faulty and due to a mixture of rash estimates, faulty math, and general incompetence for 9 months are bills were wildly erratic and bore little relation to production numbers. The company seems to have outsourced each of their customer service/billing/production depts. and they fail to communicate with each other and no one seems to have any authority or ability to answer questions. Their help desk does not reply to emails. Our bills and production numbers have now settled down and we would be happy enough, but we are still in dispute over billing errors as the production records and billing do not match. I regret entering into a contract with such a systemically poorly-organized company.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$22,350 ($4.47 per watt)
V.G. Jones, 5 days ago
We chose the item because we felt that it was a good program; unfortunately for two months the system was faulty and due to a mixture of rash estimates, faulty math, and general incompetence for 9 months are bills were wildly erratic and bore little relation to production numbers. The company seems to have outsourced each of their customer service/billing/production depts. and they fail to communicate with each other and no one seems to have any authority or ability to answer questions. Their help desk does not reply to emails. Our bills and production numbers have now settled down and we would be happy enough, but we are still in dispute over billing errors as the production records and billing do not match. I regret entering into a contract with such a systemically poorly-organized company.
4.60 110 Reviews
Eric B,
over 1 month
NorthStar recommend Jinko based on their reputation and after about a month, all panels are working great.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$20,400 ($4.08 per watt)
Eric B, over 1 month
NorthStar recommend Jinko based on their reputation and after about a month, all panels are working great.
Best unit price
$430.00 ($1.15 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$12,220.98
($2.51 p/w)
LG375Q1C-V5 overview
Rated power
375 watts
Efficiency
21.7
Number of Cells
60
Cell type
Monocrystalline/N-type
Manufactured
KR
Best unit price
$320.00 ($0.96 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$12,034.20
($2.39 p/w)
LG335N1K-V5 overview
Rated power
335 watts
Efficiency
19.6
Number of Cells
60
Cell type
Monocrystalline/N-type
Manufactured
KR
Best unit price
$562.50 ($1.50 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$11,465.06
($2.35 p/w)
LG375A1C-V5 overview
Rated power
375 watts
Efficiency
21.7
Number of Cells
60
Cell type
Monocrystalline/N-type
Manufactured
KR
Best unit price
$473.34 ($1.30 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.1kW system
$12,515.90
($2.45 p/w)
LG365Q1K-V5 overview
Rated power
365 watts
Efficiency
21.1
Number of Cells
60
Cell type
Monocrystalline/N-type
Manufactured
KR
Best unit price
$291.18 ($0.88 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$11,571.14
($2.34 p/w)
VBH330RA03K overview
Rated power
330 watts
Efficiency
19.7
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
Mono-crystalline Silicon
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$340.00 ($1.00 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.1kW system
$14,280.00
($2.80 p/w)
VBHN340SA17 HIT+ overview
Rated power
340 watts
Efficiency
20.3
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
Monocrystalline/N-type
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$297.60 ($0.89 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$12,583.92
($2.50 p/w)
VBHN335SA17 overview
Rated power
335 watts
Efficiency
20
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
monocrystalline
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$432.00 ($1.31 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$11,758.47
($2.38 p/w)
VBHN330SA17E overview
Rated power
330 watts
Efficiency
19.7
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
monocrystalline
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$800.00 ($2.22 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$11,987.36
($2.38 p/w)
SPR-X22-360 overview
Rated power
360 watts
Efficiency
22.2
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
Monocrystalline
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$600.00 ($1.83 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$11,630.27
($2.37 p/w)
SPR-E20-327-COM overview
Rated power
327 watts
Efficiency
20.4
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
Monocrystalline
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$620.00 ($1.90 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$12,442.66
($2.54 p/w)
SPR-E20-327-D-AC overview
Rated power
327 watts
Efficiency
20.4
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
Monocrystalline
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$620.00 ($1.90 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$12,358.66
($2.52 p/w)
SPR-E20-327 overview
Rated power
327 watts
Efficiency
20.4
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
Monocrystalline
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$205.00 ($0.58 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$11,065.69
($2.23 p/w)
CS3U-355PB-AG overview
Rated power
355 watts
Efficiency
17.7
Number of Cells
144
Cell type
polycrystalline
Manufactured
CA
Best unit price
$240.01 ($0.60 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.8kW system
$11,426.74
($2.38 p/w)
CS3W-400PB-AG overview
Rated power
400 watts
Efficiency
17.9
Number of Cells
144
Cell type
polycrystalline
Manufactured
CA
Best unit price
$207.90 ($0.66 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$11,630.37
($2.31 p/w)
CS3K-315MS overview
Rated power
315 watts
Efficiency
18.96
Number of Cells
120
Cell type
Mono-crystalline Silicon
Manufactured
CA
Best unit price
$247.00 ($0.75 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$11,989.20
($2.42 p/w)
CS1H-330MS BLACK overview
Rated power
330 watts
Efficiency
19.57
Number of Cells
60
Cell type
Mono-crystalline Silicon
Manufactured
CA
Best unit price
$196.11 ($0.65 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.1kW system
$11,317.54
($2.22 p/w)
LR6-60-HPB-300M overview
Rated power
300 watts
Efficiency
18.1
Number of Cells
120
Cell type
Mono PERC
Manufactured
CN
Best unit price
$172.00 ($0.56 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$10,885.81
($2.23 p/w)
LR6-60-HPB-305M overview
Rated power
305 watts
Efficiency
18.4
Number of Cells
120
Cell type
Mono PERC
Manufactured
CN
Best unit price
$165.00 ($0.53 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$11,105.59
($2.24 p/w)
LR6-60-HPB-310M overview
Rated power
310 watts
Efficiency
18.7
Number of Cells
120
Cell type
Mono PERC
Manufactured
CN
Best unit price
$228.00 ($0.60 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$10,898.45
($2.21 p/w)
LR4-60HPH-380M overview
Rated power
380 watts
Efficiency
20.9
Number of Cells
120
Cell type
Mono PERC
Manufactured
CN
300 Lakeside Drive, 24th Floor,
Oakland, CA, 94612
(855) 746-7849
https://www.joinmosaic.com/
Mosaic offers choices for solar financing. One loan is structured so that the monthly payment is lower than their existing electricity bill. The average Mosaic customer saves $30,550* over the life of the solar energy system, sometimes starting right from the time the system is energized. And when the homeowner owns their system, they claim all the savings, from the federal tax credit to any state or local incentives.
433 California St, Suite 300,
San Francisco, CA, 94123
(844) 805-7100
https://www.dividendsolar.com
Dividend is a leading national provider of renewable energy and energy-efficient financing solutions to property owners. We give our customers the opportunity to obtain clean energy financing through a comprehensive suite of financing options. Our flagship product, the EmpowerLoan™, continues to expand its product offerings into the storage and home-energy space. Dividend also offers commercial PACE, which is a public-private financing mechanism for energy efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation and seismic upgrades on privately-owned property.
6220 Enfield Avenue,
Encino, CA, 91316
(844) 810-7713
https://www.greensky.com/
GreenSky® was founded on the idea that payment, credit and commerce could be enhanced using technology and elegant user experiences. We believed payment and credit could be an asset that empowers and enables commerce, not a distraction or impediment. Today, GreenSky delivers a service that helps business grow and delight their customers.
2100 South McDowell Boulevard,
Petaluma, CA, 94954
(866) 634-1358
https://ygrene.com/
A national leader in residential and commercial clean energy financing via PACE , Ygrene Energy Fund is revolutionizing the home improvement industry.
(800) 764-3601
https://www.greenbizfinancial.com/
The mission of GreenBiz Financial is to offer solar and other energy-efficient home improvement loans with attractive rates to our customers.
LightSteam is a national online consumer lending division of SunTrust Bank, the flagship subsidiary of SunTrust Banks Inc., one of the nation’s leading financial services companies.
2 Altieri Way,
Warwick, RI, 02886
(401) 773-9948
https://www.homeloanbank.com
Fast loan processing, competitive fixed rates with no pre-payment penalties and attentive customer service Home Loan Investment Bank, FSB is a full-service financial institution offering commercial lending, home improvement lending, small business lending, personal and business banking, automobile financing and mortgage services. We are a federally regulated, FDIC-insured savings bank with branches in Providence and Warwick, Rhode Island and are dedicated to helping our customers with their financial needs through our team of experienced and friendly bank representatives. We will give you personalized one-on-one attention and professional guidance to ensure that your transaction is completed in an accurate and timely manner. We are also a member of the Allpoint Network, providing access to over 40,000 surcharge-free ATMs nationwide. Whether you are looking to open a CD, refinance your home or start a business, we offer competitive rates. Call us today and see how we can help with your financial needs.
1245 E. Brickyard Road Suite 600,
Salt Lake City, UT, 84106
84106-2562
https://enerbank.com
FDIC insured EnerBank USA® is a highly specialized, national consumer lender that helps strategic business partners and independent home improvement contractors increase sales. Strategic business partners include manufacturers, distributors, franchisors, member or trade associations, and major retailers of home improvement, remodeling, and energy-saving products and services. They all rely on the bank to be here today and tomorrow to fund customer loans and help them achieve their business goals and objectives. We are America's home improvement lender of choice. We are reliable, professional, and we produce results.
22232 17th Ave SE,
Bothell, WA, 98021
888.833.8570
https://www.medallionbank.com
We offer similar programs and pricing as the big Banks, but with the kind of personal attention that you won't get with a black box lender. Our team provides a level of interaction and dedication to problem-solving that is unique in our industry. We also have a consumer-friendly process with no prepayment penalties or other hidden costs.
268 South State Street,
Salt Lake City, UT, 84111
800.509.6191
https://www.celticbank.com/
Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Celtic Bank is a privately owned industrial bank chartered by the State of Utah. Celtic Bank specializes in small business finance, helping business owners with working capital, expansion, acquisition, construction, equipment financing, renewable energy finance, real estate purchases and refinances, and more. Celtic Bank has ranked as one of the top ten SBA lenders nationally since 2013. Celtic Bank has a proven track record in a range of industries, including renewable energy finance, healthcare, gas station / C-store, car wash, hotel and others. Every business loan application is approached with a creative and problem-solving mindset, and we aim to structure tailored financing solutions that help our clients meet their growth objectives.
Net cost of system
Average payback time
Annual power production
Levelized cost of solar energy
If you don't get solar
17¢ /kWh
Savings over 25 years
System size* | Avg cost per watt |
Avg cost
(After tax credit) show before tax |
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4kW | $2.56 | $7,572 |
5kW | $2.45 | $9,065 |
6kW | $2.34 | $10,398 |
7kW | $2.32 | $11,992 |
8kW | $2.33 | $13,794 |
9kW | $2.27 | $15,118 |
10kW | $2.24 | $16,598 |
12kW | $2.22 | $19,714 |
15kW | $2.13 | $23,599 |
Check out all of the ways energy providers of Kentucky can help you be more energy efficient and save money.
Eligibility: Federal incentive
Type: Personal Tax Credit
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Eligibility: State incentive
Type: Net Metering
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Note: Please keep in mind that the best source of up-to-date information on incentives are the solar installers who specialize in your area.
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December 23, 2020
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November 27, 2019
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January 15, 2021
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January 13, 2021
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