Best Solar Installers in New York (2026)

The best solar installers in New York

Our top picks below are local installers we re-verified in October 2026 — each has a verified website or Google business listing (use the Google listing for current phone numbers and hours). For other regions, see the Honorable mentions below.

New York solar economics in 2026

For full state-by-state cost comparison see solar cost by state.

New York solar incentives and rebates (2026)

New York stacks federal credit pathways (commercial Section 48E for businesses and third-party-owned residential), state-level credits/rebates where applicable, statutory tax exemptions, and utility-specific programs. Below is the 2026 picture with links to authoritative sources.

Federal credits (2026)

• Commercial Section 48E (Clean Electricity Investment Credit): Available to businesses, farms, and to third-party owners in lease/PPA structures (which can pass the benefit through as lower monthly payments). FEOC restrictions apply — see FEOC rules guide and FEOC compliant parts list. IRS — Clean Electricity Investment Credit.
• USDA REAP grants (agricultural / rural small business): Up to 50% of project cost, with low-interest loan guarantees on top. Quarterly application windows. "Before you build" rules — you must apply before construction starts. USDA — REAP Program.
• Federal 30C EV Charger Tax Credit: Up to 30% of eligible EV charging equipment + installation costs at qualifying locations. Expires for property placed in service after June 30, 2026. IRS — 30C Credit.

New York state-level incentives

• NY State Solar Tax Credit: 25% of system cost, capped at $5,000 (NY Tax Law §606(g-1)). For principal residence; carry-forward up to 5 years.
• NY-Sun (NYSERDA): Block-tier per-watt incentive that steps down as capacity is enrolled. 2026 block status varies by region (Upstate / ConEd / LIPA).
• Property tax exemption: NY RPTL §487 — local option 15-year exemption; most municipalities have opted in.
• Sales tax: Solar PV equipment exempt from state sales tax (Tax Law §1115).

Net metering & utility programs in New York

NY transitioned to Value of Distributed Energy Resources (VDER) for systems above certain sizes; small residential still gets NEM at retail. See also net metering explained.

• Con Edison (NYC): NEM / VDER. NYC also has 5%/year for 4 years Property Tax Abatement www.coned.com
• National Grid: NEM / VDER www.nationalgridus.com
• NYSEG / RG&E: NEM / VDER www.nyseg.com
• LIPA / PSEG-LI: Long Island NEM with NY-Sun adders www.psegliny.com

New York city-level programs

• NYC: Property Tax Abatement: 5%/year for 4 years on solar PV (effective 30% of system cost in tax savings). link

New York battery storage incentives

NY-Sun Energy Storage Incentive: Block-tier battery rebate ($/kWh varies by region; verify current block status).

New York EV charger and EV-purchase incentives (2026)

• State EV purchase rebate: Drive Clean Rebate: Up to $2,000 for new EV from a participating dealer (verify 2026).
• Federal 30C EV Charger Tax Credit: Up to 30% of eligible equipment + installation in qualifying low-income / non-urban census tracts. Expires June 30, 2026 for property placed in service after that date.
• Many New York utilities and cooperatives offer Level 2 EV charger rebates ($150–$800 typical) often tied to TOU enrollment or smart-charger requirements. Check directly with your specific utility.

Authoritative sources to verify before signing

• NYSERDA: www.nyserda.ny.gov
• DSIRE (Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency): programs.dsireusa.org/system/program?state=NY — searchable national database, kept current by NC State.
• Federal IRS guidance: irs.gov — Clean Electricity Investment Credit

What to verify before signing in New York

• Contractor license: Verify with your state contractor licensing authority before signing.
• NABCEP certification: Most reputable installers carry NABCEP-certified installers on staff. Ask which crew member holds the certification.
• Insurance: General liability + workers comp + roofer's insurance separate from electrical insurance.
• References from your county: Permitting and inspection requirements vary. Ask for 2–3 references from your specific county.
• Get at least three bids: Solar bids vary by 20–35% on the same scope of work. See how to compare solar bids.

Honorable mentions

Additional installers worth getting a quote from — strong NY-based alternatives and regional installers that serve New York from neighboring states.

Other New York-based installers

Regional installers serving New York

Worth a quote if you're near a state border, but expect longer drive times for service calls than a fully NY-based installer.

Tip: NYSERDA's NY-Sun program is the dominant residential incentive vehicle, and the contractor MUST be NYSERDA-approved for you to receive the rebate. Some QSI (Quality Solar Installer) contractors get bonus dealer incentives that they can pass through. Always ask whether the installer is NYSERDA-approved AND whether they hold the QSI designation.

Frequently asked questions about New York solar