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Solar Panel Installation in New Haven, CT

Compare 25 solar panel installation contractors near you in New Haven and surrounding area with an average rating of 4.6/5. Get free quotes, read reviews, and find the right pro for your project.

Last updated March 28, 2026

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Solar Nite Eyes

16+ years online
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AAA Electrical Services Inc.

5.0

Aec Inc

5.0

CT SOLAR POWER, LLC

5.0

Kohler Roofing Solar & Construction

5.04½+ years online
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Shoreline Solar

5.07+ years online
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Tesla Solar Branford

5.0

Aegis Solar Energy

4.9~19 years online
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iSP (Ion Solar Pros)

4.97+ years online
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Solar Youth

4.922½+ years online
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Green Power Energy

4.8~20 years online
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National Renewable Energy Partners

4.8
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North Haven Solar

4.7
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Sunrun Solar

4.128½+ years online
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Energy Now Inc.

1.0

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Solar Panel Installation in New Haven, CT

New Haven solar installers in this directory cover East Rock, Westville, the Hill, Wooster Square, and the surrounding suburbs of Hamden, Woodbridge, and Branford. A 7-9 kW system on a typical New Haven single-family home runs $22,000-$33,000 before the 30% federal tax credit, with most jobs landing $2.95-$3.40 per watt installed. Battery storage (Tesla Powerwall 3, Enphase IQ 5P) adds $14,000-$22,000 for a 13-15 kWh system.

Connecticut Green Bank's Smart-E loan and the state's residential solar incentive structure (replaced ZREC with the Residential Renewable Energy Solutions program) make solar economics workable in CT despite a relatively low solar resource. The 30% federal ITC applies through 2032. New Haven historic-district properties (East Rock, Wooster Square) need historical commission review.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is solar worth it in cloudy New Haven?
Yes — a 7-9 kW system in CT typically nets 8,000-11,000 kWh/year. With Eversource rates of $0.27-$0.33/kWh and the Connecticut Green Bank incentive structure, payback is typically 7-10 years. Battery pairing extends value but is more about resilience than economics.
Will my New Haven historic district allow solar?
East Rock, Wooster Square, and other CHC-designated districts require Historical Commission review. Roof-mounted panels on rear-facing slopes typically clear; street-facing installs often need extra screening or alternative placement. Allow 4-8 weeks for review.
Are there CT-specific solar rebates?
Connecticut Green Bank's Smart-E loan, the Residential Renewable Energy Solutions (RRES) program for net-metering credits, and the 30% federal ITC. Stack with the property-tax exclusion for solar improvements under CT law.

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