Solar Thermal Cost in Modesto, CA in 2026
Most Solar Thermal projects in Modesto, CA cost between $5,500 and $10,500. The typical price is $7,500.
Solar thermal serves hot water rather than the whole electrical load, so systems are smaller.
Labour and materials in Modesto 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 Modesto, CA
| Quality tier | Cost per watt |
|---|---|
| Budget | $1.40 |
| Mid-range | $1.91 |
| High-end | $2.67 |
Solar panel installers in Modesto, CA
Businesses listed on Google near Modesto, CA. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
Honey's Air & Solar
4.9(6,026 reviews)
501 Bitritto Wy, Modesto, CA 95356
Solar Installation Group, Inc.
4.8(291 reviews)
645 Hi Tech Pkwy, Oakdale, CA 95361
Dowd Solar Netting and Cleaning
4.9(88 reviews)
2505 Liberty Ct, Modesto, CA 95355
Radius Energy Inc
4.6(40 reviews)
4981 Salida Blvd, Salida, CA 95368
Mid-State Solar
4.8(20 reviews)
450 Glass Ln, Modesto, CA 95356
Velocity Solar Power
4.8(17 reviews)
623 Bitritto Ct b, Modesto, CA 95356