Solar Installation in New Jersey
598 zip codes with active providers out of 604 total (99% coverage). Ranked #6 of 24 states by avg bid.
State Avg
$94.36
National Avg
$90.89
Coverage
99%
vs National
+3.8%
State vs National Average
Dashed line = National Avg ($91)
Solar Installation Costs in New Jersey
Typical cost range: $15,000–$30,000 before tax credits (6–10 kW system)
When to Hire a Solar Installation
What to Look For
Common Solar Installation Problems in New Jersey
Oversized or undersized systems because the installer used generic estimates instead of actual utility bills and site-specific production modeling
Roof leaks at panel mounting points from improper flashing — this is the most common installation defect
Inverter failures at 10–15 years requiring $1,000–$3,000 replacement (microinverters last longer but cost more upfront)
Production underperformance from shading that wasn't properly accounted for in the design phase
Utility interconnection delays — some utilities take months to approve and install the net meter
Misleading financing terms that make solar appear free but include escalator clauses or balloon payments
Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Solar Installation in New Jersey
“Can you show me a production model specific to my roof, and what assumptions does it use?”
Reputable installers use satellite imagery and tools like Aurora Solar or Helioscope to model your specific roof, orientation, and shading. If they're quoting from generic averages or square footage alone, the estimate is unreliable.
“What's my all-in cost after the federal tax credit, and what's my expected payback period?”
The 30% federal ITC makes solar economics work for most homeowners. But you need to qualify (have enough tax liability). Ask for the total cost, net cost after credits, and a realistic payback calculation based on your actual rates and usage.
“What happens if I need to reroof in 10–15 years?”
Removing and reinstalling solar panels costs $1,500–$3,000. If your roof is older than 10 years, replacing it before solar installation saves money long-term. An honest installer will tell you this even though it delays their sale.
Red Flags When Hiring a Solar Installation
- ✖Pressures you to sign today with 'limited-time' discounts or claims the tax credit is expiring soon — the 30% ITC is locked through 2032
- ✖Cannot provide a site-specific production estimate using satellite imagery and shading analysis tools
- ✖Pushes a lease or PPA without clearly explaining purchase as an option — leases often have less favorable economics for the homeowner
- ✖No NABCEP certification and cannot show a portfolio of local installations with references
- ✖Quotes seem too good to be true — check for hidden dealer fees, escalator clauses in financing, or omitted costs like permit fees and interconnection
DIY vs Hiring a Professional Solar Installation
DIY solar is technically possible but inadvisable for most homeowners. Grid-tied solar requires electrical permits, interconnection agreements with your utility, structural engineering review, and compliance with NEC rapid-shutdown requirements. Incorrect installation can void panel warranties, cause roof leaks, create fire hazards from improper wiring, and may not qualify for the federal tax credit if not installed by a licensed contractor. The labor portion of solar installation is only about 10% of total cost — the savings from DIY don't justify the risks, complexity, and potential loss of the 30% federal tax credit.
Solar Installation Safety Tips
- Solar panels produce electricity whenever the sun is shining and cannot be turned off — working on a solar array without proper training creates electrocution risk
- Rooftop work without proper fall protection is dangerous — ensure your installer uses harnesses and anchor points per OSHA standards
- Battery storage systems (lithium-ion) require proper ventilation and fire suppression considerations — they should be installed in compliance with local fire codes
Best Time to Hire a Solar Installation in New Jersey
Solar installation can happen year-round in most climates, but late summer and fall are often the best times to sign contracts — you'll be installed before winter utility bills peak and positioned for maximum spring/summer production. The solar industry is busiest in spring and early summer, which means longer wait times and less scheduling flexibility. Winter installations work fine in most states but may take longer due to shorter daylight hours. If you're planning a roof replacement, do that first — removing and reinstalling panels costs $1,500–$3,000.
Solar Installation Licensing in New Jersey
Solar installers need an electrical contractor's license in most states, with some states requiring additional solar-specific certifications. Many jurisdictions require separate permits for electrical, structural, and utility interconnection. NABCEP certification is voluntary but highly recommended as a quality indicator. Verify your installer carries liability insurance, workers' compensation, and is registered with your state's contractor licensing board.
City-by-City Costs (541 cities)
| City | Avg Bid | Max Bid | Min Bid | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audubon | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Zarephath | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Avenel | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Barrington | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Woodbury | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Woodbury Heights | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Vauxhall | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Vincentown | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Voorhees | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Bernardsville | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Beverly | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Blackwood | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Watchung | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Wenonah | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| West Berlin | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Warren | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Swedesboro | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Thorofare | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Union | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| South River | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Spotswood | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Springfield | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Bridgewater | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Belle Mead | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Bellmawr | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Berkeley Heights | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Berlin | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Stratford | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Summit | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Sewell | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Sicklerville | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Skillman | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Somerdale | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Somerset | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Somerville | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| South Amboy | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| South Bound Brook | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| South Plainfield | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Runnemede | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Sayreville | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Carteret | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Bordentown | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Bound Brook | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Scotch Plains | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Sewaren | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Riverside | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Riverton | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Robbinsville | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Rocky Hill | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Roebling | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Roselle | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Roselle Park | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Princeton | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 3 |
| Princeton Junction | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Rahway | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Rancocas | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Collingswood | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Colonia | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Burlington | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Camden | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 4 |
| Raritan | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Richwood | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Piscataway | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Pitman | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Plainfield | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 3 |
| Plainsboro | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Port Reading | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Parlin | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Paulsboro | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Peapack | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Pennington | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Cherry Hill | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 3 |
| Chesterfield | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Clark | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Clarksboro | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Clementon | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Pennsauken | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Perth Amboy | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Oaklyn | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Old Bridge | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Palmyra | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| North Brunswick | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Mount Royal | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Mountainside | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Mullica Hill | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| National Park | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Neshanic Station | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Edison | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 3 |
| Columbus | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Cranbury | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Cranford | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Dayton | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| New Brunswick | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| New Providence | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Monroe Township | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Moorestown | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Mount Ephraim | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Mount Holly | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Mount Laurel | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Metuchen | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Mickleton | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Middlesex | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Fanwood | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Far Hills | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Dunellen | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| East Brunswick | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Milltown | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Monmouth Junction | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Mantua | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Manville | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Maple Shade | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Marlton | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Martinsville | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Matawan | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Medford | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Merchantville | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Lumberton | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Lyons | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Franklin Park | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Magnolia | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Lawnside | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Lawrence Township | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Linden | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Keasbey | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Kendall Park | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Kenilworth | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Kingston | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Hopewell | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Iselin | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Jobstown | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Juliustown | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Helmetta | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Highland Park | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Hightstown | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Hillsborough | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Hillside | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Haddon Heights | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Haddonfield | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Hainesport | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Glendora | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Gloucester City | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Flagtown | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Florence | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Fords | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Garwood | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Gibbsboro | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Gibbstown | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Gladstone | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Glassboro | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Basking Ridge | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Bedminster | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Willingboro | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Windsor | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Woodbridge | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Westfield | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Westville | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Allentown | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 | 1 |
| Elizabeth | $100.00 | $105.00 | $90.00 | 3 |
| Trenton | $95.45 | $105.00 | $90.00 | 11 |
| Waldwick | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| West Milford | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| West Long Branch | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| West Creek | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Weehawken | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Wayne | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Waterford Works | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Bloomingdale | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Bloomfield | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Blairstown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Birmingham | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Vineland | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 2 |
| Villas | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Vienna | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Verona | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Williamstown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Wildwood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Whitehouse Station | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Beachwood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Beach Haven | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Bayville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Bayonne | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Allendale | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Glen Ridge | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Glen Gardner | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Gillette | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Garfield | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Haskell | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hasbrouck Heights | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Harrisonville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Harrison | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Harrington Park | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hancocks Bridge | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hampton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Fort Monmouth | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Fort Lee | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Forked River | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Florham Park | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Flemington | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Flanders | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Greenwich | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Green Village | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Great Meadows | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Glenwood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Glen Rock | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hammonton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hamburg | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Haledon | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hackettstown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hackensack | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Grenloch | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ho Ho Kus | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hillsdale | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Highlands | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Highland Lakes | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| High Bridge | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hibernia | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hewitt | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Heislerville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hazlet | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hawthorne | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Haworth | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Keansburg | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Joint Base Mdl | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 2 |
| Johnsonburg | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Jersey City | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 7 |
| Jackson | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Island Heights | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Irvington | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Howell | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hope | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hopatcong | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Holmdel | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Hoboken | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lanoka Harbor | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Landisville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Landing | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lambertville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lakewood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lakehurst | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lake Hopatcong | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lake Hiawatha | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lafayette | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Keyport | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Kenvil | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Kearny | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Little Silver | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Little Ferry | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Little Falls | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Linwood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lincroft | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lincoln Park | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Leonia | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Leonardo | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Leesburg | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ledgewood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lebanon | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Layton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lavallette | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Mantoloking | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Manchester Township | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Manasquan | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Manahawkin | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Malaga | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Mahwah | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Fair Haven | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Estell Manor | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Essex Fells | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Englishtown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Englewood Cliffs | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Englewood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Emerson | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Elwood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Elmwood Park | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Frenchtown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Freehold | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Franklinville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Franklin Lakes | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Franklin | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Fortescue | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Madison | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lyndhurst | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Longport | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Long Valley | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Long Branch | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Lodi | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Livingston | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Mendham | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Maywood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Mays Landing | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Mauricetown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Marmora | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Marlboro | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Margate City | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Maplewood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Monmouth Beach | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Minotola | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Mine Hill | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Milmay | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Millville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Eatontown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| East Rutherford | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| East Orange | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 2 |
| East Hanover | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Dumont | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Dover | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Dorothy | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Farmingdale | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Fairview | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Fairton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Fairfield | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Fair Lawn | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Millstone Township | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 2 |
| Millington | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Millburn | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Milford | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Midland Park | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Middletown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Mount Freedom | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Mount Arlington | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Morristown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Morris Plains | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Morganville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Moonachie | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Montville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Montvale | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Montclair | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 2 |
| Montague | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Monroeville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| New Vernon | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| New Milford | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| New Lisbon | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| New Gretna | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| New Egypt | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Cresskill | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Cream Ridge | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Cookstown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Convent Station | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Columbia | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Elmer | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Elizabethport | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Egg Harbor Township | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Egg Harbor City | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Edgewater | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Netcong | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Neptune | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Mountain Lakes | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Mount Tabor | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Oakland | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Oakhurst | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Oak Ridge | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Nutley | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Norwood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Northvale | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Northfield | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| North Bergen | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| North Arlington | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Newtonville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Newton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Newport | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Newfoundland | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Newfield | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Newark | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 9 |
| Park Ridge | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Paramus | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Palisades Park | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Oxford | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Orange | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Oradell | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Oldwick | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ogdensburg | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Oceanport | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ocean View | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ocean Grove | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ocean Gate | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ocean City | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Pine Beach | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Phillipsburg | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Pequannock | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Pennsville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Penns Grove | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Cliffside Park | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Clayton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Chester | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Chatsworth | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Dorchester | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Denville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Demarest | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Delmont | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Delaware | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Deepwater | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Deal | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Pemberton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Pedricktown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Paterson | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 9 |
| Passaic | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Parsippany | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Port Norris | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Port Murray | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Port Monmouth | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Port Elizabeth | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Pompton Plains | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Pompton Lakes | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Pomona | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Point Pleasant Beach | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Pleasantville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Pittstown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Pine Brook | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ridgewood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ridgefield Park | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ridgefield | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Richland | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Red Bank | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Cape May Point | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Cape May Court House | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Cape May | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Califon | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Caldwell | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Butler | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Buena | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Colts Neck | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Closter | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Clinton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Clifton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 4 |
| Cliffwood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Randolph | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ramsey | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Quinton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Pottersville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Port Republic | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Roseland | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Roosevelt | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Rockaway | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Rochelle Park | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Riverdale | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| River Edge | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Rio Grande | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ringwood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ringoes | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Secaucus | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Seaside Park | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Seaside Heights | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Sea Isle City | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Sea Girt | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Bridgeport | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Brick | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 2 |
| Branchville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Bradley Beach | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Boonton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Bogota | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Bloomsbury | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Chatham | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Changewater | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Cedarville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Cedar Knolls | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Cedar Grove | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Carlstadt | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Schooleys Mountain | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Salem | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Saddle River | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Saddle Brook | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Rutherford | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Rumson | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Rosenhayn | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| South Orange | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| South Hackensack | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| South Dennis | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Somers Point | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Shrewsbury | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Short Hills | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Shiloh | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Succasunna | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Strathmere | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Stone Harbor | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Stockton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Stockholm | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Bergenfield | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Belvidere | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Belmar | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Belleville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Belford | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Budd Lake | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Browns Mills | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Brookside | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Brigantine | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Brielle | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Bridgeton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Stirling | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Stewartsville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Stanhope | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Spring Lake | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Sparta | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| South Seaville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Union City | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Tuckerton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Wallington | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Township Of Washington | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Towaco | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Totowa | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Toms River | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 3 |
| Titusville | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Three Bridges | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Teterboro | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Tenafly | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Teaneck | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Sussex | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Washington | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Waretown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Wanaque | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Wallpack Center | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Vernon | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Ventnor City | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Atco | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Wyckoff | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Wrightstown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Woodstown | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Woodcliff Lake | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Barnegat Light | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Barnegat | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Avon By The Sea | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Allamuchy | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Avalon | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Augusta | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Absecon | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 2 |
| Atlantic Highlands | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Atlantic City | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Allenhurst | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Allenwood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Alloway | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Alpine | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Andover | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Annandale | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Asbury | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Asbury Park | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Whippany | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Wharton | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Westwood | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| West Orange | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| West New York | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Woodbine | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Wood Ridge | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
| Winslow | $90.00 | $90.00 | $90.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does solar installation cost in New Jersey?
The average bid for solar installation in New Jersey is $94.36, compared to the national average of $90.89. Prices range from $90 to $105 depending on location. Typical cost range: $15,000–$30,000 before tax credits (6–10 kW system).
What cities in New Jersey have solar installation coverage?
New Jersey has solar installation providers in 541 cities across 598 zip codes, representing 99% coverage of the state. Top cities include Audubon, Zarephath, Avenel, Barrington, Woodbury.
How does New Jersey compare to the national average for solar installation?
New Jersey is 3.8% above the national average for solar installation. It ranks #6 out of 24 states by average bid.
Are there areas in New Jersey without solar installation providers?
Yes, 27 zip codes in New Jersey currently have no active solar installation providers. Underserved cities include Deerfield street, Mc afee, Trenton, Whitesboro, Zcta 070hh.
When should I hire a solar installation in New Jersey?
Your monthly electric bill is consistently $150+ and your roof gets good south-facing sun exposure with minimal shading Solar installation can happen year-round in most climates, but late summer and fall are often the best times to sign contracts — you'll be installed before winter utility bills peak and positioned for maximum spring/summer production.
What should I look for in a solar installation in New Jersey?
NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) certification — the gold standard for solar installers. A site-specific design based on your actual roof orientation, pitch, shading analysis (using tools like Aurora or Helioscope), and real energy usage. Solar installers need an electrical contractor's license in most states, with some states requiring additional solar-specific certifications.
Can I do solar installation work myself instead of hiring a pro?
DIY solar is technically possible but inadvisable for most homeowners. Grid-tied solar requires electrical permits, interconnection agreements with your utility, structural engineering review, and compliance with NEC rapid-shutdown requirements. Incorrect installation can void panel warranties, cause roof leaks, create fire hazards from improper wiring, and may not qualify for the federal tax credit if not installed by a licensed contractor.
What warranty should I expect from a solar installation in New Jersey?
Expect a 25-year panel manufacturer warranty covering at least 80% production at year 25. Inverter warranties should be 12–25 years (microinverters) or 10–15 years (string inverters).