In Albuquerque, Solar Works Energy installed the most home systems (729 in 2022–2024). In Santa Fe, Positive Energy installed the most home systems (583 in 2022–2024). In Las Cruces, NRG Renewables installed the most home systems (273 in 2022–2024). We rank the top companies in 3 cities, from Albuquerque (4,267 systems) to Las Cruces.
Public records that name the installer cover only Albuquerque, Santa Fe and Las Cruces in New Mexico so far, so we rank those cities rather than the whole state.
Top 5 Solar Companies in Albuquerque
Ranked by the home solar systems each company installed in Albuquerque in 2022–2024, out of 98 companies that installed at least one. Owned systems cost a median of $4.50/W.
| # | Company | Home installs | Local share | Median price | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Solar Works Energy | 729 | 17% | $4.98/W | Map & reviews |
| 2 | Affordable Solar | 626 | 15% | $4.09/W | (505) 944-4220 Map & reviews |
| 3 | Positive Energy | 579 | 14% | $4.59/W | (505) 428-0069 Map & reviews |
| 4 | Our World Energy | 461 | 11% | $4.71/W | (623) 850-5700 Map & reviews |
| 5 | ION Developer | 246 | 6% | $5.11/W | Map & reviews |
Top 5 Solar Companies in Santa Fe
Ranked by the home solar systems each company installed in Santa Fe in 2022–2024, out of 69 companies that installed at least one. Owned systems cost a median of $4.83/W.
| # | Company | Home installs | Local share | Median price | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Positive Energy | 583 | 47% | $5.07/W | (505) 428-0069 Map & reviews |
| 2 | Affordable Solar | 93 | 8% | $4.14/W | (505) 944-4220 Map & reviews |
| 3 | ION Developer | 93 | 8% | $5.22/W | Map & reviews |
| 4 | Our World Energy | 53 | 4% | $4.83/W | (623) 850-5700 Map & reviews |
| 5 | Sol Luna Solar | 53 | 4% | $3.59/W | (505) 455-8875 Map & reviews |
Top 5 Solar Companies in Las Cruces
Ranked by the home solar systems each company installed in Las Cruces in 2022–2024, out of 36 companies that installed at least one. Owned systems cost a median of $4.46/W.
| # | Company | Home installs | Local share | Median price | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NRG Renewables | 273 | 25% | $3.77/W | Map & reviews |
| 2 | Solar Works Energy | 162 | 15% | $5.09/W | Map & reviews |
| 3 | Solar Smart Living | 114 | 10% | $3.56/W | (915) 400-2995 Map & reviews |
| 4 | Our World Energy | 96 | 9% | $4.16/W | (623) 850-5700 Map & reviews |
| 5 | Sunspot Solar Energy | 23 | 2% | $3.08/W | Map & reviews |
Compare 3 New Mexico Cities
Home solar in each city we rank: how much was installed, how many companies did it, what owned systems cost and how many homeowners leased.
| City | Home systems | Companies | Median price | Leased / PPA | With battery | #1 company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 4,267 | 98 | $4.50/W | — | 1% | Solar Works Energy |
| Santa Fe | 1,230 | 69 | $4.83/W | — | 4% | Positive Energy |
| Las Cruces | 1,097 | 36 | $4.46/W | — | 3% | NRG Renewables |
Home systems installed in the latest three years of utility and state records for each city. Median price is for systems the homeowner bought, before incentives.
Comparing quotes in New Mexico?
Divide each quote's total, before incentives, by the system size in watts. Homeowners in New Mexico who bought their system paid a median of $4.61/W in 2022–2024; each city page shows the local median. Reject any 2026 quote that subtracts a 30% federal tax credit from a purchase: that credit ended in 2025.
How to check a solar quote →Home Solar in New Mexico by the Numbers
Based on 18,793 residential systems installed in New Mexico between 2022 and 2024, as reported to utilities and state agencies.
Most-installed panel brands
- Hanwha Q CELLS
- REC Group
- Silfab Solar
How these brands compare nationwide: share, price and leasing →
Solar Panel Repair in New Mexico
When a system stops producing, start with an established local company: the ones ranked in each city above did the most work there in the latest records and know the equipment on local roofs. Many will service a system they didn't install, but not all — ask before you book, and expect a diagnostic fee. If your system is leased or on a PPA, call the company you pay each month first: maintenance is normally its job.
- Troubleshooting guide: the checks to do before calling anyone.
- Maintenance: cleaning, inspections and what actually needs doing.
- Damage and safety: storms, fire, roof leaks and when to shut the system off.
Installers in New Mexico That Closed or Went Bankrupt
At least 4,187 home systems in New Mexico were installed by these companies. Their panels and inverters are still covered by the manufacturers' warranties; the installer's workmanship warranty is likely gone. The city pages list the local companies still active that can take over service.
| Company | Systems in New Mexico | What happened |
|---|---|---|
| Sunpro Solar | 1,199 | Became ADT Solar in 2020; ADT exited residential solar in 2024. Solar Power World |
| NM Solar Group | 1,038 | Closed abruptly in August 2023. Albuquerque Journal |
| Titan Solar | 604 | Ceased operations and filed for Chapter 7 in June 2024. PV Tech |
| Freedom Forever | 465 | Filed for Chapter 11 in April 2026; converted to Chapter 7 liquidation in August 2026. pv magazine USA |
| Solcius | 460 | Filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in February 2024. Solar Power World |
| ADT Solar | 383 | ADT exited the residential solar business in 2024. Solar Power World |
| Sungevity | 38 | Sungevity filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in March 2017. Solar Power World |
What Your Warranty Still Covers If the Installer Is Gone
- Panels and inverters: covered by the manufacturer, not the installer. Find the brand on the inverter label or in your monitoring app and contact the manufacturer directly.
- Workmanship and roof leaks: usually a promise from the installer. If the installer is in bankruptcy, that warranty may be delayed or discharged; file a claim in the case if one is open.
- Leases and PPAs: the system belongs to the finance company, and most contracts make it responsible for maintenance even if the installer that sold it is gone. Call the company you pay each month and check your contract.
- Loans: keep paying. A closed installer does not cancel a solar loan.
How Many Homes in New Mexico Have Solar
Utilities in New Mexico reported 61,392 homes with rooftop solar in 2026, with 353 MW of panels between them, or 5.8 kW per home on average. That is 1,881 more homes than a year earlier (+3%). New Mexico ranks 19 of 44 states by the number of homes with solar. Home batteries paired with those systems add up to 5 MW.
Homeowners in New Mexico pay an average of 15.06¢ per kWh for electricity, against 17.45¢ nationally. At rates this low, a typical system takes 15 years or more to pay back without the federal credit, so compare quotes carefully and ask for a production estimate for your roof. What solar costs and how long it takes to pay back.
These figures count homes enrolled in net metering or a similar program that credits the power they send to the grid, as reported by utilities. Homes on other arrangements may be missing, and a change in how a utility reports can make the numbers jump. Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Form EIA-861M, net metering, July 2026.
Solar in New Mexico: Common Questions
Who installs the most solar panels in New Mexico?
In Albuquerque, Solar Works Energy leads with 729 systems. In Santa Fe, Positive Energy leads with 583 systems. In Las Cruces, NRG Renewables leads with 273 systems. Volume shows experience, not workmanship, so compare quotes and reviews before choosing.
How much does a solar system cost in New Mexico?
Homeowners who bought their system outright paid a median of $4.61/W before incentives, and the typical system was 6.4 kW — about $29,500 in total. By city, the median ranged from $4.46/W in Las Cruces to $4.83/W in Santa Fe.
Which New Mexico cities install the most solar?
Among the cities we rank, Albuquerque (4,267 home systems), Santa Fe (1,230 home systems), Las Cruces (1,097 home systems) lead. Each city page ranks the local companies and shows prices, leasing and the installers that closed there.
Can I still get the federal solar tax credit in 2026?
Not as a homeowner buying the system: the 30% residential credit (Section 25D) ended on December 31, 2025. Be wary of any quote that still subtracts it from the price. See our 2026 solar tax credit guide for what's left.
What if my solar installer went out of business?
Your panels and inverters are still covered by their manufacturers' warranties; what you lose is the installer's workmanship warranty and service. See the installers that closed in New Mexico and what your warranty still covers.
What do homeowners in New Mexico pay for electricity?
Residential customers in New Mexico pay an average of 15.06¢ per kWh, 14% below the national average. The higher the rate, the faster solar pays for itself. Source: EIA, Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A.
Official Solar Resources in New Mexico
- Construction Industries Division — Verify a contractor license.
- New Mexico Public Regulation Commission — Regulates PNM, El Paso Electric and SPS, including net metering.
- Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department — The state solar market development tax credit.
- DSIRE (NC Clean Energy Technology Center) — Every state, utility and local incentive for solar and batteries.
No company pays to be listed or to rank higher, and any ad on this site is labeled. Before you sign, confirm the contractor license, insurance and recent reviews, and get at least three quotes. If a company in New Mexico has closed, moved or changed its phone number, tell us and we'll check it.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Source: Tracking the Sun, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (2026 edition), licensed CC BY 4.0. In New York and New Jersey, recent years come from the state programs' own records (NYSERDA and New Jersey's Clean Energy Program). Company names were standardized and closures checked against news reports by Solar Power Fix. More about our methodology.