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Solar Installation in Los Angeles, CA

Compare 4 local solar installation pros. Typical service: $16936–$23360.

Top Solar Installation Companies in Los Angeles

  1. 1.Energy Service Partners

    4.3★ (1,860 reviews)

    4.3★ from 1860 reviews

    +18668654559Website

  2. 2.Solar.com

    4.6★ (267 reviews)

    4.6★ from 267 reviews

    +18884549979Website

  3. 3.Veteran Solar Cleaning & Energy

    5.0★ (39 reviews)

    5.0★ from 39 reviews

    +16263419357Website

  4. 4.Blue Sky Energy

    +13104222908Website

Solar Installation Cost in Los Angeles

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Los Angeles
6 kW system, installed$16,936–$23,360/job
8 kW system, installed$22,542–$31,186/job
10 kW system, installed$28,149–$39,011/job

Solar Installation prices in Los Angeles run about 17% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 4 companies serving Los Angeles, rated 4.6★ on average across 2,166 customer reviews.

Los Angeles Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Los Angeles's weather means for scheduling solar installation.

Annual precipitation
13.93"
Heating degree days
1,368
Cooling degree days
712
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan47.8°65.1°2.81"
Feb48.7°65.9°3.75"
Mar50.4°67.4°2.39"
Apr52.8°70.3°0.6"
May56.6°71.7°0.31"
Jun59.8°74.6°0.06"
Jul62.7°77.9°0.01"
Aug62.9°78.6°0.01"
Sep61.7°77.7°0.11"
Oct57.3°74.3°0.53"
Nov51.2°68.8°1.22"
Dec47.3°64.6°2.13"

NOAA station data 1.01 miles from Los Angeles.

Permits & Regulations in CA

Permit typically required

  • Electrical contracting requires a CSLB C-10 Electrical Contractor license
  • Electricians employed by a C-10 contractor must be certified by the Department of Industrial Relations
  • Business and Professions Code 7048 exempts minor work under $1,000, but not work that requires a building permit

License required: CSLB C-10 Electrical Contractor license; DIR-certified electricians

Sources: www.cslb.ca.gov, www.dir.ca.gov

Solar Installation FAQs for Los Angeles

How much does solar cost in Los Angeles?

A 6 kW home solar system in Los Angeles typically runs $16936-$23360 installed, before any incentives.

How many solar installers serve Los Angeles?

We track 4 solar installation companies serving Los Angeles.

Is solar installation in Los Angeles more expensive than average?

Electrical installation labor in Los Angeles runs about +16.8% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit for solar panels in Los Angeles, CA?

In CA, Electrical contracting requires a CSLB C-10 Electrical Contractor license. Rooftop solar in Los Angeles needs a building and electrical permit plus a utility interconnection agreement.

Is there a federal solar tax credit in 2026?

No for homeowners buying a system: the residential federal credit ended December 31, 2025, so a Los Angeles quote of $16936-$23360 is close to the out-of-pocket cost unless a state or utility rebate applies.

How much does air conditioning drive solar savings in Los Angeles?

Los Angeles sees about 712 cooling degree days a year; the more air conditioning a home runs, the more of a solar systems output it uses directly.

How many quotes should I get for solar in Los Angeles?

At least three; with 4 installers serving Los Angeles, compare the price per watt, panel and inverter models, and the workmanship warranty.

Does heat reduce solar output in Los Angeles?

Slightly; panels lose efficiency on days near 79F, so Los Angeles quotes should use temperature-adjusted production estimates.