Solar Thermal Cost in Detroit, MI in 2026
Most Solar Thermal projects in Detroit, MI cost between $5,000 and $9,500. The typical price is $7,000.
Solar thermal serves hot water rather than the whole electrical load, so systems are smaller.
Labour and materials in Detroit run about 7% 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 Detroit, MI
| Quality tier | Cost per watt |
|---|---|
| Budget | $1.26 |
| Mid-range | $1.72 |
| High-end | $2.41 |
Solar panel installers in Detroit, MI
Businesses listed on Google near Detroit, MI. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
Streamline Electric, Inc.
4.7(345 reviews)
3939 Bellevue St Suite 100, Detroit, MI 48207
SunPower®
3.9(252 reviews)
41650 Gardenbrook Rd Ste 170, Novi, MI 48375
Strawberry Solar
4.7(80 reviews)
Green Garage, 4444 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
Mona Power
4.9(50 reviews)
32600 Telegraph Rd, Bingham Farms, MI 48025
GreenLancer
4.9(41 reviews)
500 Woodward Ave Ste 2125, Detroit, MI 48226
Solar Source
4.8(12 reviews)
20200 Stephens Rd, St Clair Shores, MI 48080