Solar Energy Cost in Irvine, CA in 2026
Most Solar Energy projects in Irvine, CA cost between $20,000 and $39,000. The typical price is $28,000.
Labour and materials in Irvine run about 27% above the national average. These figures are adjusted for that, so they are not the national average you will find elsewhere.
What drives the price
- Panel efficiency and inverter type
- Roof complexity and mounting hardware
- Main panel upgrade if the busbar cannot take the backfeed
- Battery storage, which is priced separately
Usually included
- Panels, inverters and racking
- Design, permitting and interconnection
- Installation and commissioning
Usually extra
- Battery storage
- Roof repair or replacement before install
- Utility interconnection fees in some territories
Unit prices in Irvine, CA
| Quality tier | Cost per watt |
|---|---|
| Budget | $2.54 |
| Mid-range | $3.47 |
| High-end | $4.85 |
Solar panel installers in Irvine, CA
Businesses listed on Google near Irvine, CA. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
OC Solar
4.8(410 reviews)
240 Progress Ste 100, Irvine, CA 92618
Forme Solar Electric
4.8(104 reviews)
17952 Sky Park Cir Ste D, Irvine, CA 92614
Peak Power Solutions
4.9(90 reviews)
360 E 1st St, Tustin, CA 92780
Axia by Qcells
4.4(135 reviews)
300 Spectrum Center Dr Suite 500, Irvine, CA 92618
Suntrek Solar
4.6(87 reviews)
5 Holland Ste 215, Irvine, CA 92618
SunSolar U.S.
4.9(57 reviews)
16755 Von Karman Ave Ste 200, Irvine, CA 92606