Affordable Solar is listed on Top Solar Services as a solar contractor serving Albuquerque, New Mexico. The 368 verified reviews on this page reflects real client experiences. Use the information on this page — the verified review count, sub-ratings on quality, schedule, cost, and willingness-to-refer, the company's services and pricing snapshot, and the contact details — alongside your own due diligence on licensing and insurance before requesting a quote.
Solar contractors in this category should carry a current state contractor license, $1M+ general liability and workers' compensation insurance, and verified reviews from recent projects in your area.
In New Mexico, solar contractors are typically licensed at the state level for electrical or general construction work, and the most-cited credentials homeowners check on this page are NABCEP certification, manufacturer training (Tesla, Enphase, SolarEdge), and verified workers' compensation coverage. Confirm Affordable Solar's state contractor license number with your New Mexico licensing board, verify any NABCEP credentials at nabcep.org, and request proof of general liability and workers' compensation insurance certificates that name your project address before signing a contract. For larger projects, ask for two or three references from recently completed installs of similar size and call them about quality, schedule, and warranty service experience.
Typical project timeline. Most residential installs run 8–14 weeks end to end: about a week for the site survey and design, 2–6 weeks waiting on permits from the local Authority Having Jurisdiction, one to three days of physical installation, then 2–5 weeks for inspection and utility permission to operate. The panels go up fast; the paperwork is what sets the schedule. Ask Affordable Solar for the specific permitting turnaround in Albuquerque, because local inspection backlogs are the single most common source of schedule slippage and vary widely between neighboring jurisdictions.
What the quote process looks like. A serious solar installation quote is delivered in writing after a site assessment — not as a verbal number on a first phone call. Expect a written proposal with an itemized bill of materials (panel and inverter make and model), a production estimate modeled in PVWatts, Aurora, or Helioscope showing shading and tilt assumptions, the full price before and after any incentives, and financing terms disclosed separately from the equipment price. Get at least three comparable written proposals so you are comparing equipment and scope rather than sales pressure, and be wary of any bid that expires within 24 hours or requires more than 10% down before work begins.
Credentials to confirm. Before signing, verify the state contractor license number with the New Mexico licensing board, confirm any NABCEP certification directly at nabcep.org, and request certificates of general liability and workers' compensation insurance that name your project address. A contractor who hesitates to produce these documents has told you what you need to know.
How warranty service works. Three separate warranties apply: the panel manufacturer's product and performance warranty (typically 25 years), the inverter warranty (10–25 years depending on platform), and the contractor's own workmanship warranty covering labor and roof penetrations. Only the last one depends on Affordable Solar remaining in business, which is why a company's track record in Albuquerque matters as much as the warranty length on paper. Confirm in writing who to call for a service claim, what the response window is, and whether the workmanship warranty transfers if you sell the home.
Rates, costs, and payback. Solar economics in Albuquerque are driven primarily by your current electricity rate, your annual kWh usage, available roof area and orientation, and local utility export policy. Installed residential pricing across most US markets runs $2.30–$3.20 per watt before incentives, with smaller systems at the upper end because fixed permitting and mobilization costs spread across fewer watts.
Incentives available in 2026. The federal Section 25D residential tax credit expired on December 31, 2025, so homeowners purchasing a system outright no longer claim the 30% credit. Section 48E remains available for business-owned and third-party-owned systems, making lease and power-purchase-agreement structures more competitive than they were previously. State, utility, and municipal programs vary considerably — ask Affordable Solar which programs you currently qualify for and confirm each one independently before signing.
What to verify locally. Ask about the net metering or net billing tariff your utility will place you on, the permitting turnaround for your jurisdiction, and whether any property-tax or sales-tax exemption applies to the added home value. These three answers determine your payback period more than panel brand selection does.
Clients consistently praise Affordable Solar for professional service, transparent communication, and quality workmanship. Reviewers frequently highlight the company's ability to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
This summary is based on verified Top Solar Services reviews.
Affordable Solar was phenomenal! They made my install such an easy experience and accommodated all of my requests into their design process… and the rest was hands off for me and they took care of everything! I highly, highly recommend this company if you’re looking at a new solar install for your home.
Affordable Solar installed my solar five years ago and the experience I have since then has been EXCELLENT. They take care of their customers with utmost respect after the installation. I had to call them to troubleshoot some connectivity issues with online monitoring of my solar energy production. Though I had to wait a few weeks for them to come (I knew it is worth waiting based on my prior experience), one of the technician, Mason came to fix the issue and solved the connectivity issue. Mason arrived on time. He was professional and friendly. Thanks Mason!
I cannot recommend Affordable Solar enough! I spent a lot of time researching different companies and came to conclusion that they were the best in town. I have not been disappointed. They have been on top of everything and delivered a great product. Their pricing is competitive, affordable, and straightforward. Any concerns or issues that came up along the way they addressed and have consistently provided high quality service. They are also very generous and caring. Save yourself some time and just go ahead and go with them! You won't be disappointed.
We had a great experience with Affordable Solar! We went all electric last year and decided to move forward with solar this Fall. We interviewed 3 different companies and were impressed with Affordable's proposal, their reputation, and the rapidity with which they could get the project done. McGregor was my main point of contact and was top notch; he was quick to answer questions and get issues sorted. Would eagerly recommend to others who are pursuing solar!
Overall, our solar installation was great! I was really impressed with how quickly they were able to get the job completed, especially in such a busy time of the year. The workers who came out to inspect the house and do the installation were wonderful. I especially want to give a shoutout to Mason who came by to do the measurements before the installation. He was so sweet to my two year old son who was interested in everything Mason was doing.
During our installation, we did have one issue. ABC Supply, a subcontractor of Affordable Solar who delivered the solar materials, damaged our sidewalk and brick wall while delivering some solar materials to our house. After waiting a month and a half for a resolution, I initially left a one-star review of both companies in the hopes that it would alert someone to the issue. Affordable Solar immediately stepped in and had a contractor out to fix our sidewalk within two days. I was really impressed with their ability to get things done once they realized that ABC Supply did not handle the issue.
4401 McLeod Road Northeast, Albuquerque, NM 87109
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