Between 2022 and 2024, 4,267 home solar systems were installed in Albuquerque by 98 different companies. Solar Works Energy installed the most (729, or 17% of the local market), followed by Affordable Solar (626) and Positive Energy (579). Every company in the ranking was still installing in 2024; installers that have since closed are left out.
Top 10 Solar Companies in Albuquerque by Home Installations
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Serves Albuquerque, NM · no office address listed
- Most installations
- Mostly sells systems you own
- Typical system
- 6.0 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $4.98/W
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
- With battery
- 1%
Solar Works Energy mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. It most often installs Qcells panels. Its median price for an owned system, $4.98/W, is 11% above the Albuquerque median of $4.50/W. A typical system is 6.0 kW, about 15 panels, and it has installed in Albuquerque since 2020. It is also among the top installers in 2 other cities we rank, including Las Cruces and Santa Fe.
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- Mostly sells systems you own
- (505) 944-4220
- affordable-solar.com
- 4401 McLeod Rd NE Ste a, Albuquerque, NM 87109
- Typical system
- 7.0 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $4.09/W
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
- With battery
- <1%
Affordable Solar mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. It most often installs Hyundai Energy Solutions panels. Its median price for an owned system, $4.09/W, is 9% below the Albuquerque median of $4.50/W. A typical system is 7.0 kW, about 17 panels, and it has installed in Albuquerque since 2010. It is also among the top installers in Santa Fe.
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- Mostly sells systems you own
- (505) 428-0069
- 801 Cerrillos Rd A, Santa Fe, NM 87505
- Typical system
- 6.5 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $4.59/W
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
- With battery
- 4%
Positive Energy mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. It most often installs REC Group panels. Its median price for an owned system, $4.59/W, is close to the Albuquerque median. A typical system is 6.5 kW, about 16 panels, and it has installed in Albuquerque since 2008. It is also among the top installers in Santa Fe.
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- Mostly sells systems you own
- (623) 850-5700
- ourworldenergy.com
- 2604 Princeton Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107
- Typical system
- 6.3 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $4.71/W
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
- With battery
- 1%
Our World Energy mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. It most often installs Hanwha Q CELLS panels. Its median price for an owned system, $4.71/W, is close to the Albuquerque median. A typical system is 6.3 kW, about 16 panels, and it has installed in Albuquerque since 2022. It is also among the top installers in 15 other cities we rank, including Las Cruces and Santa Fe.
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Serves Albuquerque, NM · no office address listed
- Mostly sells systems you own
- Typical system
- 5.7 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $5.11/W
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
- With battery
- <1%
ION Developer mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. It most often installs Silfab Solar panels. Its median price for an owned system, $5.11/W, is 14% above the Albuquerque median of $4.50/W. A typical system is 5.7 kW, about 14 panels, and it has installed in Albuquerque since 2020. It is also among the top installers in 5 other cities we rank, including Santa Fe and Las Vegas, NV.
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Serves Albuquerque, NM · no office address listed
- Mostly sells systems you own
- Typical system
- 6.4 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $4.11/W
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
- With battery
- 8%
Sunstate Solar mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. It most often installs Hanwha Q CELLS panels. 8% of its systems here include a home battery, well above the Albuquerque average of 1%. Its median price for an owned system, $4.11/W, is 9% below the Albuquerque median of $4.50/W. A typical system is 6.4 kW, about 16 panels, and it has installed in Albuquerque since 2020. It is also among the top installers in Santa Fe.
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Serves Albuquerque, NM · no office address listed
- Mostly sells systems you own
- Typical system
- 7.0 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $3.99/W
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
- With battery
- 1%
Poulin Design Remodeling mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. It most often installs Hanwha Q CELLS panels. Its median price for an owned system, $3.99/W, is 11% below the Albuquerque median of $4.50/W. A typical system is 7.0 kW, about 18 panels, and it has installed in Albuquerque since 2020. It is also among the top installers in Santa Fe.
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Serves Albuquerque, NM · no office address listed
- Mostly sells systems you own
- Typical system
- 6.0 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $5.78/W
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
Nexus Energy Systems mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. It most often installs Hyundai Energy Solutions panels. Its median price for an owned system, $5.78/W, is 28% above the Albuquerque median of $4.50/W. A typical system is 6.0 kW, about 15 panels, and it has installed in Albuquerque since 2020. It is also among the top installers in Santa Cruz, CA.
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Photon Rainbow
Serves Albuquerque, NM · no office address listed
- Mostly sells systems you own
- Typical system
- 5.8 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $4.37/W
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
Photon Rainbow mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. It most often installs SunPower panels. Its median price for an owned system, $4.37/W, is close to the Albuquerque median. A typical system is 5.8 kW, about 15 panels, and it has installed in Albuquerque since 2022.
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Ocotillo Solar Electric
- Mostly sells systems you own
- Lowest median price in this list
- (505) 228-8900
- ocotillosolar.com
- 5854 Osuna Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
- Typical system
- 7.6 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $3.75/W
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
- With battery
- 7%
Ocotillo Solar Electric mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. It most often installs REC Group panels. 7% of its systems here include a home battery, well above the Albuquerque average of 1%. Its median price for an owned system, $3.75/W, is 17% below the Albuquerque median of $4.50/W. A typical system is 7.6 kW, about 19 panels, and it has installed in Albuquerque since 2020.
Comparing quotes in Albuquerque?
Divide each quote's total, before incentives, by the system size in watts. Homeowners in Albuquerque who bought their system paid a median of $4.50/W in 2022–2024. 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 Albuquerque by the Numbers
Based on 8,281 residential systems installed in Albuquerque 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 →
Home installations per year
Median price of owned systems by year: 2020: $3.99/W · 2021: $4.16/W · 2022: $4.45/W · 2023: $4.56/W · 2024: $4.45/W.
Solar Panel Repair in Albuquerque
When a system stops producing, the best first call is an established local company. The companies ranked above installed systems in Albuquerque through 2024, so they 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.
Checks to do before you call anyone: solar troubleshooting guide. Storm damage, a roof leak or a burning smell: what to do first.
Installers That Closed or Went Bankrupt in Albuquerque
At least 1,239 home solar systems in Albuquerque were installed by companies that have since closed, liquidated or filed for bankruptcy. They are left out of the ranking above. If one of them installed your system, its workmanship warranty is likely gone — but panel and inverter warranties come from the manufacturer and usually survive the installer.
- NM Solar Group309 systems in Albuquerque
Closed abruptly in August 2023. Source: Albuquerque Journal
- Titan Solar262 systems in Albuquerque
Ceased operations and filed for Chapter 7 in June 2024. Source: PV Tech
- Sunpro Solar221 systems in Albuquerque
Became ADT Solar in 2020; ADT exited residential solar in 2024. Source: Solar Power World
- Solcius179 systems in Albuquerque
Filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in February 2024. Source: Solar Power World
- Freedom Forever172 systems in Albuquerque
Filed for Chapter 11 in April 2026; converted to Chapter 7 liquidation in August 2026. Source: pv magazine USA
- ADT Solar76 systems in Albuquerque
ADT exited the residential solar business in 2024. Source: Solar Power World
- Sungevity20 systems in Albuquerque
Sungevity filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in March 2017. Source: Solar Power World
- Consolidated Solar Tech586 systems in Albuquerque
No installations recorded anywhere in New Mexico after 2016 (records run through 2024). That does not by itself mean the company closed — check before relying on it for service.
- Tesla95 systems in Albuquerque
No installations recorded anywhere in New Mexico after 2023 (records run through 2024). That does not by itself mean the company closed — check before relying on it for service.
- Direct Power Water80 systems in Albuquerque
No installations recorded anywhere in New Mexico after 2016 (records run through 2024). That does not by itself mean the company closed — check before relying on it for service.
- Encor Solar77 systems in Albuquerque
No installations recorded anywhere in New Mexico after 2023 (records run through 2024). That does not by itself mean the company closed — check before relying on it for service.
- Sunrun76 systems in Albuquerque
No installations recorded anywhere in New Mexico after 2023 (records run through 2024). That does not by itself mean the company closed — check before relying on it for service.
See the full list of solar companies that went out of business and what still works if yours is one of them.
Solar in Albuquerque: Common Questions
Who installs the most solar panels in Albuquerque?
In the most recent three years of records (2022–2024), Solar Works Energy installed 729 home systems in Albuquerque, more than any other company. Affordable Solar (626) and Positive Energy (579) came next. Volume shows local experience, not workmanship, so compare quotes and reviews before choosing.
How much does a solar system cost in Albuquerque?
Homeowners who bought their system outright paid a median of $4.50/W before incentives, and the typical system was 6.1 kW — about $27,500 in total. Prices vary by installer: in the ranking above, the median ranges from $3.75/W to $5.78/W.
Who repairs solar panels in Albuquerque?
Start with the companies in the ranking above: Solar Works Energy, Affordable Solar and Positive Energy did the most work here, and an installer that knows the equipment on local roofs can usually diagnose a fault faster. If your system was leased or is on a PPA, call the company you pay each month first — maintenance is normally its job.
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 and roof-leak warranty. If the system is leased or on a PPA, the company you pay each month is usually responsible for repairs, and any active company in the ranking can take over service. See the installers that closed in Albuquerque and what still works when an installer closes.
What do homeowners in Albuquerque 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.
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How This Ranking Works
Companies are ranked by the home solar systems they installed here in 2022–2024, from utility and state records; each needs at least 10 local installations and must still have been installing in 2024. Closed or bankrupt companies are removed and listed separately. The count shows local experience, not workmanship or service.
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.
Solar system not producing in Albuquerque?
The checks to do before you call anyone: the inverter screen, the breakers, the monitoring app and what each error code means.