Between 2023 and 2025, 592 home solar systems were installed in Middletown by 22 different companies. Sunrun installed the most (216, or 37% of the local market), followed by Trinity Solar (80) and Infinity Solar Systems (55). 53% of the systems were leased or financed through a power purchase agreement; the rest were bought outright. Every company in the ranking was still installing in 2025; installers that have since closed are left out.
Top 8 Solar Companies in Middletown by Home Installations
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Serves Middletown, NY · no office address listed
- Most installations
- Mostly leases & PPAs
- Typical system
- 7.5 kW
- Leased / PPA
- 97%
Sunrun mostly sells leases and power purchase agreements: 97% of its systems here were leased or on a PPA, so the homeowner pays monthly and doesn't own the panels. Its most common setup here pairs Hanwha Q CELLS panels with SolarEdge inverters with power optimizers. A typical system is 7.5 kW, about 19 panels, and it has installed in Middletown since 2012. It is also among the top installers in 107 other cities we rank, including New York City and New York City (Queens).
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- (877) 786-7283
- trinitysolar.com
- 2180 5th Ave #1, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
- Typical system
- 7.3 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $4.93/W
- Leased / PPA
- 25%
Trinity Solar sells both: 25% of its systems here were leased or on a PPA, the rest bought outright. Its most common setup here pairs Hanwha Q CELLS panels with SolarEdge inverters with power optimizers. Its median price for an owned system, $4.93/W, is 13% above the Middletown median of $4.36/W. A typical system is 7.3 kW, about 18 panels, and it has installed in Middletown since 2011. It is also among the top installers in 15 other cities we rank, including Yonkers and White Plains.
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- Mostly sells systems you own
- (845) 200-3700
- infinitysolarsystems.com
- 52 Walter St, Pearl River, NY 10965
- Typical system
- 7.7 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $3.91/W
- Leased / PPA
- 4%
Infinity Solar Systems mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. Its most common setup here pairs SEG Solar panels with Enphase microinverters. Its median price for an owned system, $3.91/W, is 10% below the Middletown median of $4.36/W. A typical system is 7.7 kW, about 19 panels, and it has installed in Middletown since 2012. It is also among the top installers in 4 other cities we rank, including White Plains and Albany.
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- Mostly sells systems you own
- (845) 561-3403
- empiresolarny.com
- 2-8 Johnes St, Newburgh, NY 12550
- Typical system
- 9.2 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $3.35/W
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
Empire Solar Solutions mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. Its most common setup here pairs REC Solar panels with Enphase microinverters. Its median price for an owned system, $3.35/W, is 23% below the Middletown median of $4.36/W. A typical system is 9.2 kW, about 23 panels, and it has installed in Middletown since 2015. It is also among the top installers in 5 other cities we rank, including Newburgh and Albany.
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- Mostly sells systems you own
- (518) 948-5316
- plugpv.com
- 630 7th Ave, Troy, NY 12182
- Typical system
- 8.5 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $5.32/W
- Leased / PPA
- 5%
PlugPV mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. Its most common setup here pairs Jinko Solar panels with Enphase microinverters. Its median price for an owned system, $5.32/W, is 22% above the Middletown median of $4.36/W. A typical system is 8.5 kW, about 21 panels, and it has installed in Middletown since 2017. It is also among the top installers in 3 other cities we rank, including Albany and Newburgh.
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Serves Middletown, NY · no office address listed
- Mostly sells systems you own
- Lowest median price in this list
- Typical system
- 8.4 kW
- Median price (owned)
- $2.99/W
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
Tesla mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. Its most common setup here pairs Qcells panels with Tesla inverters. Its median price for an owned system, $2.99/W, is 31% below the Middletown median of $4.36/W. A typical system is 8.4 kW, about 21 panels, and it has installed in Middletown since 2010. It is also among the top installers in 84 other cities we rank, including White Plains and Fremont, CA.
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- Mostly sells systems you own
- (845) 255-0610
- nyssf.com
- 1938 US-44 #55, Modena, NY 12548
- Typical system
- 12.3 kW
- Leased / PPA
- 0%
New York State Solar Farm mostly sells systems the homeowner owns, paid in cash or with a loan. Its most common setup here pairs SunPower panels with Enphase microinverters. A typical system is 12.3 kW, about 31 panels, and it has installed in Middletown since 2012. It is also among the top installers in 3 other cities we rank, including Albany and Newburgh.
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- (888) 522-9161
- venturehome.com
- 100 Charlotte Ave, Hicksville, NY 11801
- Typical system
- 6.5 kW
- Leased / PPA
- 20%
Venture Home Solar sells both: 20% of its systems here were leased or on a PPA, the rest bought outright. Its most common setup here pairs Hanwha Q CELLS panels with Enphase microinverters. A typical system is 6.5 kW, about 16 panels, and it has installed in Middletown since 2016. It is also among the top installers in 8 other cities we rank, including New York City (Staten Island) and New York City.
Comparing quotes in Middletown?
Divide each quote's total, before incentives, by the system size in watts. Homeowners in Middletown who bought their system paid a median of $4.36/W in 2023–2025. 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 Middletown by the Numbers
Based on 592 residential systems installed in Middletown between 2023 and 2025, as reported to utilities and state agencies.
Most-installed panel brands
- Hanwha Q CELLS
- Qcells
- REC Solar
Most-installed inverter brands
- SolarEdge
- Enphase Energy
- Tesla
How these brands compare nationwide: share, price and leasing →
Home installations per year
Median price of owned systems by year: 2020: $3.40/W · 2021: $4.41/W · 2022: $4.12/W · 2023: $4.24/W · 2024: $4.50/W · 2025: $4.09/W.
Solar Panel Repair in Middletown
When a system stops producing, the best first call is an established local company. The companies ranked above installed systems in Middletown through 2025, 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.
59% of the home systems installed here in 2023–2025 use SolarEdge inverters, followed by Enphase Energy (29%). Enphase systems use a microinverter under each panel, so one failure usually knocks out a single panel and the monitoring app shows which one. Systems with a central (string) inverter — SolarEdge and others — stop producing entirely when that inverter fails; a dark screen or an error code on the unit on your wall is the usual sign.
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 Middletown
At least 219 home solar systems in Middletown 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.
- Sunnova121 systems in Middletown
Filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June 2025. Source: Houston Public Media
- NRG Residential Solar Solutions63 systems in Middletown
NRG stopped selling and installing home solar in 2017. NRG said it would keep servicing existing customers. Source: pv magazine USA
- Sungevity35 systems in Middletown
Sungevity filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in March 2017. Source: Solar Power World
- Direct Energy Solar (formerly Astrum)26 systems in Middletown
No installations recorded anywhere in New York after 2017 (records run through 2025). That does not by itself mean the company closed — check before relying on it for service.
- Kilowatt Systems25 systems in Middletown
No installations recorded anywhere in New York after 2018 (records run through 2025). That does not by itself mean the company closed — check before relying on it for service.
- Vivint Solar Development23 systems in Middletown
No installations recorded anywhere in New York after 2022 (records run through 2025). 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 Middletown: Common Questions
Who installs the most solar panels in Middletown?
In the most recent three years of records (2023–2025), Sunrun installed 216 home systems in Middletown, more than any other company. Trinity Solar (80) and Infinity Solar Systems (55) came next. Volume shows local experience, not workmanship, so compare quotes and reviews before choosing.
How much does a solar system cost in Middletown?
Homeowners who bought their system outright paid a median of $4.36/W before incentives, and the typical system was 7.8 kW — about $34,000 in total. Prices vary by installer: in the ranking above, the median ranges from $2.99/W to $5.32/W.
Do most people in Middletown buy or lease their panels?
47% bought their system and 53% leased it or signed a power purchase agreement (PPA). With a lease or PPA you pay little upfront, but you don't own the panels and the savings are smaller over the contract. Some installers sell almost only one way — check the "Leased / PPA" figure for each company in the ranking.
Who repairs solar panels in Middletown?
Start with the companies in the ranking above: Sunrun, Trinity Solar and Infinity Solar Systems 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 Middletown and what still works when an installer closes.
What do homeowners in Middletown pay for electricity?
Residential customers in New York pay an average of 29.49¢ per kWh, 69% above 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 2023–2025, from utility and state records; each needs at least 10 local installations and must still have been installing in 2025. Closed or bankrupt companies are removed and listed separately. The count shows local experience, not workmanship or service.
Source: Solar Electric Programs Reported by NYSERDA, NYSERDA (open data), which publishes each residential project with the company that installed it. Earlier years and closures from Tracking the Sun (Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, CC BY 4.0) and news reports. Company names standardized by Solar Power Fix. More about our methodology.
Solar system not producing in Middletown?
The checks to do before you call anyone: the inverter screen, the breakers, the monitoring app and what each error code means.