
- Max. panel efficiency
- Varies
- Panel warranty
- 30 years
- Payment options
- Cash, loan
- Year founded
- 2010
Our top solar company picks for Oakland
To pick the best solar companies in Oakland, we compared popular California solar companies on ratings and reviews, equipment options, warranty terms and other factors. Our picks may be Authorized Partners that compensate us — this does not affect our evaluations but may impact the order in which companies appear. Read the full methodology for all the details on how ConsumerAffairs makes solar company recommendations.
Company | Customer rating | Our pick for | Pro install | Max. panel efficiency | Panel warranty | NABCEP certified | Payment options | Year founded | |
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![]() | 4.0 | Top overall | Varies | 30 years | Cash, loan | 2010 | Learn more | ||
![]() | 4.1 | Solar leases | 22% | Varies | Cash, loan, lease | 2007 | Get Started | ||
![]() | 4.7 | DIY projects | Varies | Varies | Cash, loan | 2018 | Learn more |
Solar can be a big investment. Our goal is to highlight companies best equipped to meet most Oaklanders’ energy needs.
The ConsumerAffairs Research Team took a data-driven approach, informed by expert editors and considering the Mediterranean-type climate, to choose the best solar companies in Oakland, California, based on the following key features and respective weightings:
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| Solar energy solutions. Offers solar energy kits, DIY solar kits and lithium batteries. Small- and large-scale equipment. Online purchasing with shipping to 48 states. Partner installer network. Financing and warranty available. | ![]() | ||||
Sunrun offers free energy consultations in 20 states. 15 years of experience. Sells and leases customized residential solar energy systems. Solar advisors offer one-on-one consultants to guide you through the details. | ![]() | Get Started Call Center Open (844) 321-6938 | ||||
Solar panel manufacturing and installation services. Proprietary anti-soiling, self-cooling technology. Battery backup and electric vehicle charging station solutions. 30-year panel warranty. Serves the Bay Area. | ![]() | Chat with a ConsumerAffairs decision guide | ||||
Tailored solar solutions for residential, commercial and nonprofit usage. Uses NABCEP-certified installers. Extensive financing options. 24/7 customer service chat. Only available in Northern California. Long repayment terms. | ![]() | |||||
California-based residential and commercial solar solutions. Battery backup, EV charging and roofing services also offered. Equipment from Generac Power Systems, JuiceBox, Panasonic and SolarEdge. Financing options available. | ![]() | Chat with a ConsumerAffairs decision guide | ||||
Residential solar and solar pool heating installations in northern California. Repair services offered. Combo PV-and-pool heating systems also available. 25-year warranty. Equipment from LG, FAFCO and SolarEdge, among others. | ![]() | Chat with a ConsumerAffairs decision guide | ||||
Residential and commercial installation of solar energy systems across 14 California counties and the Reno area. Pay upfront or finance through a loan. Free estimates available upon request. | ![]() | Chat with a ConsumerAffairs decision guide | ||||
Commercial and industrial electrical services, solar energy system installation and backup power systems for the Bay Area, Central Valley and Greater Sacramento region of northern California. | ![]() | Chat with a ConsumerAffairs decision guide | ||||
Offers solar installations, maintenance and electrical services in the California counties of Santa Cruz, Monterey, Santa Clara, Alameda, San Benito and San Mateo. Solar installations include a 25-year panel warranty. | ![]() | Chat with a ConsumerAffairs decision guide | ||||
Specializes in commercial and residential solar installation. 25-year manufacturer’s warranties on components. Carries products from Enphase Energy, FranklinWH, REC and Tesla Powerwall. Service across parts of California. | ![]() | Chat with a ConsumerAffairs decision guide | ||||
Residential and commercial solar energy system installation, roofing and batteries for parts of California. Offers brands like Enphase Energy, LG Electronics and Tesla Powerwall. Free estimates available. | ![]() | Chat with a ConsumerAffairs decision guide | ||||
Performs solar installations on homes and businesses in Northern and Southern California. Offers military, teacher, firefighter and police discounts. Also offers zero-down loans and leases. | ![]() | Chat with a ConsumerAffairs decision guide | ||||
Residential, commercial and agricultural solar energy system installation, storage and EV charging for Northern California. 25-year panel, 10-year inverter and 10-year installation warranties. Free quotes available. | ![]() | Chat with a ConsumerAffairs decision guide | ||||
Residential and commercial installation of solar energy systems, energy storage and solar pool heating in the San Francisco Bay Area. Offers brands like SunPower and Tesla Powerwall. Financing through loans or leases. | ![]() | Chat with a ConsumerAffairs decision guide |
ConsumerAffairs writers primarily rely on government data, industry experts and original research from reputable publications to inform their work. Specific sources for this article include: