2+ verified contractors in Texas. Compare pricing, read reviews, and find the best fit for your project.
Texas is now the fastest-growing solar market in the country — ERCOT has added more solar than any other grid — and for homeowners the appeal is simple: abundant sun, no state income tax, and a property-tax exemption on the value solar adds to your home. The catch is that Texas has no statewide net metering, so the single most important number is your retail provider's solar buyback rate. Here is what solar costs and saves across Texas in 2026.
There are 2+ verified companies serving Texas. Whether you need installation, removal, battery storage, or ongoing maintenance, Top Solar Services makes it easy to compare local contractors by reviews, pricing, and credentials. Every listed company has been vetted through our human-led process. Texas homeowners typically pay $13,000–$22,000 for a complete residential solar system before incentives. Use the filters below to narrow by city, rating, or project size.
These are among the highest-rated, fully vetted installers serving Texas right now. Every company is verified through our human-led process; here is what each is known for.
Listed Houston installer — strong in residential installs & system maintenance, established since 2020.
Listed Houston installer — established since 2013.
Lone Star Energy Works is a family-run solar installer based in Houston. We focus on high-quality residential installs with top-tier panels and inverters. See all 1 review →
TriSMART Solar is a residential solar installation company headquartered in Houston, Texas, founded in 2013, serving customers throughout Texas. The company installs solar panels, battery storage systems, and EV charger… See all 0 reviews →
Solar Installation · Solar Removal · Panel Cleaning · Battery Storage · Commercial Solar · System Maintenance
A typical residential solar system in Texas runs $2.80–$3.20 per watt installed. Most homes need a 9–12.5 kW (larger than the U.S. average to cover big summer A/C loads) system, which lands at roughly $19,000–$28,000 before incentives, with a payback period of about 8–11 years (closer to 6–8 years in Austin Energy territory). With local electricity at about ~16¢/kWh, every kilowatt-hour you self-generate is worth that much off your bill.
Texas homes run large systems because summer cooling loads are huge. Payback has lengthened in 2026 now that the federal residential credit is gone, so the buyback plan you choose matters more than ever.
Sources: SolarReviews — Texas solar prices U.S. EIA — average electricity rates
The federal residential tax credit ended on December 31, 2025, so Texas's state, utility, and financing-based incentives now do the heavy lifting. Here is the current stack.
The 30% federal credit for purchased home systems ended December 31, 2025. Per the IRS, the expense counts when installation is completed — so a system finished in 2026 does not qualify even if you signed in 2025. Leases and PPAs can still pass through the commercial 48E credit. IRS — One Big Beautiful Bill FAQ
Texas exempts 100% of the added home value from a solar device from your property taxes. You must own the system; file Comptroller Form 50-123 with your county appraisal district. Texas Tax Code §11.27
Austin Energy offers a $2,500 residential solar rebate and credits all solar production at its Value of Solar tariff (about 9.9¢/kWh) — the strongest utility package in any major Texas metro. NuWatt — Austin Energy guide
In deregulated Texas (Oncor/CenterPoint areas), "net metering" is really a per-plan buyback. TXU's Solar Buyback offers roughly 1:1 retail-match credit; other REPs pay ~8–10¢/kWh for exports. Compare buyback plans before you size a system. electricityplans.com — buyback plans
No — Texas has no statewide net-metering law. About 85% of the state is the deregulated ERCOT market, where each retail electric provider (REP) sets its own "solar buyback" rate for the power you export. Some plans (like TXU Solar Buyback) credit exports near the full retail rate; municipal utilities vary widely — Austin Energy uses a ~9.9¢ Value of Solar tariff, while CPS Energy in San Antonio credits exports near wholesale (~3–4¢/kWh). Before buying, confirm the exact buyback rate on the specific plan you will enroll in, because it changes payback dramatically. SolarReviews — Texas net metering guide
Texas does not issue a statewide "solar contractor" license, so the electrical work must be performed or supervised by a Texas-licensed electrician (regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation), and most cities require their own permits. Ask which licensed electrician of record will pull the permit. Check it at the Texas — licensing is by trade (TDLR) and by city.
Prioritize NABCEP-certified installers, confirm $1M+ general liability plus workers' compensation, and get the production estimate and buyback assumptions in writing — Texas buyback rates vary so much that a vague estimate is a red flag.
Every company on this page has already cleared our human-led verification, but always read recent reviews, ask for two or three local references, and get the production estimate, warranty terms, and incentive assumptions in writing before you sign.
Local utility rules and rebates vary across Texas. Browse vetted installers in the state's largest metros:
CenterPoint Energy territory (deregulated) — pick a REP solar-buyback plan; Green Mountain pays roughly 8.5¢/kWh.
Oncor territory (deregulated); TXU Solar Buyback offers near-1:1 retail-match credit.
CPS Energy (municipal) credits exports near wholesale (~3–4¢/kWh) — battery self-use is especially valuable.
Austin Energy (municipal): $2,500 rebate plus ~9.9¢ Value of Solar — the best metro economics in Texas.
Oncor territory (deregulated), like Dallas; compare REP buyback plans before sizing.
Commercial solar may be the most winnable solar play in Texas. Businesses keep the 30% federal credit via Section 48E (begin construction by July 4, 2026) plus MACRS depreciation; ERCOT price volatility and rising data-center demand make on-site generation a hedge; and high demand charges, abundant sun, and large flat warehouse rooftops make the payback math strong — with no state income tax to complicate it.
Explore commercial solar installers in Texas, compare the broader commercial solar contractor directory, or read our guide to 2026 tariff and tax-credit changes for commercial buyers.
Solar companies in Oklahoma · Solar companies in Louisiana · Solar companies in New Mexico · Solar companies in Arkansas
Our directory ranks the top 2+ solar companies in Texas by verified review score, NABCEP certification status, warranty terms, and project completion rate. The shortlist is led by locally-owned, NABCEP-certified installers concentrated in the state's largest metros. Use the filters above to compare by city, rating, and service type.
Residential solar systems in Texas typically cost $13,000–$22,000 installed. Texas has no statewide net metering — check your utility's buyback rate before sizing a system The federal residential ITC (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025, so state and utility incentives are now the main driver of net cost.
Texas homeowners may benefit from Oncor and CenterPoint solar rebates (where available) and property tax exemption on added solar value. Solar leases and PPAs may still capture the commercial 48E credit indirectly. Ask any contractor on this page for a current incentive stack analysis specific to your address and utility.
Every state maintains a contractor licensing database — typically operated by the state's Department of Consumer Affairs, Contractors State License Board, or Board of Electrical Contractors. Ask the contractor for their license number and verify it directly. Top Solar Services confirms license status before issuing the Verified or Premier Verified badge.
For many Texas homeowners, yes — particularly where retail electricity rates are high, net metering exists at retail or near-retail rates, and state rebate or SREC programs apply. The federal residential 25D credit expired December 31, 2025, which has stretched typical payback periods, but lifetime savings on a 25-year system remain positive in most cases. Solar leases and PPAs (third-party owned systems) may still capture the commercial 48E credit indirectly through pricing.
Residential solar systems in Texas typically cost $13,000–$22,000 installed before incentives. Texas has no statewide net metering — check your utility's buyback rate before sizing a system Note: the federal residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025, so state, utility, and lease/PPA-based incentives are now the primary ways to lower net cost.
Yes. Texas homeowners may benefit from Oncor and CenterPoint solar rebates (where available) and property tax exemption on added solar value. The federal residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025, so state and utility incentives are now the primary stack. Solar leases and PPAs (third-party owned systems) may still qualify for the commercial 48E credit passed to lessors.
Look for contractors with a valid Texas contractor license, NABCEP certification, and verified reviews on Top Solar Services. Every company on this page has been vetted through our human-led verification process.
Top Solar Services lists 2+ verified solar companies in Texas, covering installation, removal, battery storage, commercial projects, and ongoing maintenance.
Free service • No obligation • Response in under 24 hours