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Solar Installation in New Orleans, LA

Compare 4 local solar installation pros. Typical service: $14341–$19780.

Top Solar Installation Companies in New Orleans

  1. 1.Nola Solar Energy

    5.0★ (19 reviews)

    5.0★ from 19 reviews

    +15049313159Website

  2. 2.Joule Energy

    2.4★ (54 reviews)

    2.4★ from 54 reviews

    +15042591094Website

  3. 3.Solar website

    +18154510544

  4. 4.Solar & Thermal Solutions

    +15045270770

Solar Installation Cost in New Orleans

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

ServiceTypical range in New Orleans
6 kW system, installed$14,341–$19,780/job
8 kW system, installed$19,088–$26,406/job
10 kW system, installed$23,835–$33,033/job

Solar Installation prices in New Orleans run about 1% below 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 New Orleans, rated 3.7★ on average across 73 customer reviews.

New Orleans Climate & Seasonal Timing

What New Orleans's weather means for scheduling solar installation.

Last spring frost
January 24
First fall frost
December 29
Annual precipitation
56.77"
Heating degree days
1,203
Cooling degree days
3,202
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan46.4°60°5.12"
Feb49.8°64.2°4.86"
Mar56°70.5°4.75"
Apr62.8°77.4°4.01"
May70.7°84.6°4.34"
Jun75.9°89.2°6.6"
Jul77.9°90.5°5.68"
Aug78.2°90.8°5.22"
Sep74.6°86.7°4.12"
Oct66.1°78.7°3.1"
Nov56.7°70.7°4.1"
Dec48.8°62.6°4.87"

NOAA station data 5.66 miles from New Orleans.

Permits & Regulations in LA

Permit typically required

  • The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors licenses electrical contractors statewide
  • Journeyman and master electrician licenses are issued by parishes and municipalities, not the state
  • Permits and inspections are local

License required: LSLBC electrical contractor license; parish electrician licensing

Sources: lslbc.gov

Solar Installation FAQs for New Orleans

How much does solar cost in New Orleans?

A 6 kW home solar system in New Orleans typically runs $14341-$19780 installed, before any incentives.

How many solar installers serve New Orleans?

We track 4 solar installation companies serving New Orleans.

Is solar installation in New Orleans more expensive than average?

Electrical installation labor in New Orleans runs about -1.1% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit for solar panels in New Orleans, LA?

In LA, The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors licenses electrical contractors statewide. Rooftop solar in New Orleans 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 New Orleans quote of $14341-$19780 is close to the out-of-pocket cost unless a state or utility rebate applies.

How much does air conditioning drive solar savings in New Orleans?

New Orleans sees about 3,202 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 New Orleans?

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

Does heat reduce solar output in New Orleans?

Slightly; panels lose efficiency on days near 91F, so New Orleans quotes should use temperature-adjusted production estimates.