Pennsylvania Solar Guide 2026
Everything you need to know about going solar in Pennsylvania. Compare costs, find incentives, and get free quotes from top-rated solar installers.
Top-Rated Solar Companies in Pennsylvania
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Washington Township, NJ
40 reviews
Solar 4 Heroes is a New Jersey-based residential solar company on a mission to make solar simple, affordable, and rewarding for the heroes who serve our communities. They offer zero-down financing options, 25 years of system monitoring and maintenance at no charge, and donate a portion of every project to local charities (over $50,000 given in 2025). Recognized with Best of Washington Township awards in 2024 and 2025.
Blue Raven Solar
Orem, UT
1800 reviews
Blue Raven Solar stands out for excellent customer communication and innovative financing. BluePower Plus+ allows $0 down with 18 months deferred payments - perfect timing for NJ SREC program. Highly rated by This Old House and ConsumerAffairs.
Palmetto Solar
Charleston, SC (serves CA)
850 reviews
Palmetto Solar is a B Corp certified company focused on social and environmental impact. Their proprietary technology platform provides advanced monitoring and energy management tools.
Venture Solar
New Jersey
600 reviews
Venture Solar specializes in NJ and Northeast housing styles with meticulous approach to design and installation. Known for comprehensive roof analysis and attention to architectural detail. Rated highly by This Old House for craftsmanship.
Sunrun
San Francisco, CA
2800 reviews
Sunrun is the largest residential solar company in the U.S., specializing in solar leases and PPAs. They offer comprehensive protection including roof leak coverage and free maintenance for lease customers.
Trinity Solar
Wall Township, NJ
950 reviews
Trinity Solar is New Jersey's largest family-owned residential solar installer with over 100,000+ installations completed. Founded in 1994, they have deep expertise in NJ regulations and incentives. Note: Customer reviews indicate excellent installation quality but mixed feedback on communication after installation and aggressive door-to-door sales tactics.
Disclaimer: Company rankings are based on publicly available data including customer reviews, BBB ratings, years in business, and service offerings as of February 2, 2026. Featured companies may include paid placements.
Solar by City
Philadelphia
Avg. Cost: $23,375
Annual Savings: $1,750
Sun Hours: 4.4/day
Pittsburgh
Avg. Cost: $23,630
Annual Savings: $1,800
Sun Hours: 4/day
Allentown
Avg. Cost: $23,120
Annual Savings: $1,550
Sun Hours: 4.3/day
Erie
Avg. Cost: $24,480
Annual Savings: $1,400
Sun Hours: 3.9/day
Reading
Avg. Cost: $23,120
Annual Savings: $1,480
Sun Hours: 4.3/day
Scranton
Avg. Cost: $23,120
Annual Savings: $1,500
Sun Hours: 4.1/day
Bethlehem
Avg. Cost: $23,120
Annual Savings: $1,550
Sun Hours: 4.3/day
Lancaster
Avg. Cost: $23,120
Annual Savings: $1,560
Sun Hours: 4.4/day
Harrisburg
Avg. Cost: $23,120
Annual Savings: $1,560
Sun Hours: 4.4/day
York
Avg. Cost: $23,120
Annual Savings: $1,490
Sun Hours: 4.4/day
Why Go Solar in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania is a surprisingly strong solar market driven by high electricity rates rather than abundant sun. Utilities like Duquesne Light and PECO charge among the highest residential rates in the region, so every kWh your panels offset saves more money. Full 1:1 retail net metering and an in-state SREC market through the AEPS program stack additional value on top of bill savings.
Most Pennsylvania homeowners see payback in 9–12 years, with faster returns in high-rate Duquesne Light (Pittsburgh) and PECO (Philadelphia) territories. SREC income and rising electricity rates further improve the economics. PPL customers should note the utility's proposed 2026 net metering change and consider installing before it takes effect. Pennsylvania has some of the highest electricity rates in the region (Duquesne Light ~$0.23/kWh, PECO ~$0.21/kWh), which drives strong solar bill savings despite modest sun (~4 peak sun hours). All investor-owned utilities are required to offer 1:1 retail-rate net metering up to 50kW, and the AEPS solar carve-out lets homeowners earn and sell SRECs (~$22–$40 each) for additional income. Note: PPL has proposed replacing 1:1 net metering with hourly wholesale credits in 2026, so PPL-territory customers benefit from installing sooner. Federal ITC expired 12/31/2025 for cash/loan purchases.
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