NC Solar Now

What NC Solar Now does

NC Solar Now is a North Carolina-based solar EPC contractor founded in 2009, providing turnkey residential and commercial photovoltaic (PV) installations, battery storage, EV charging, and complementary roofing services. Headquartered in Raleigh with additional offices in Wilmington and Charlotte, the company serves a 2-hour service radius covering essentially the entire state, with particular focus on Duke Energy territory. The firm operates as a hardware-agnostic installer rather than a hardware manufacturer, partnering with Tier-1 OEMs including Tesla (Powerwall), SolarEdge, Enphase, REC, and QCells to match equipment selection to site conditions derived from drone-based LiDAR site capture and 3D digital-twin modeling for shading and production simulation.

The business is structured around in-house execution rather than subcontracted labor: NC Solar Now employs W-2 installers, holds NC General Contractor (#69583), unlimited Electrical Contractor (#33569-U), and Professional Engineering authorizations, and maintains NABCEP certifications. Site Foremen are NABCEP-certified, and source material indicates inspectors statewide use NC Solar Now as a reference standard for evaluating other installers. The company is a Tesla Premier Certified Installer, REC Silver Certified Solar Professional, and SolarEdge Preferred Installer, and is authorized as a Duke Energy Trade Ally able to process PowerPair incentive applications (up to $9,000) and Net Metering Bridge Rider filings.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time hardware sales and professional installation services on custom-quoted residential and SMB commercial projects, supplemented by $0-down solar leasing (a subscription-style stream), recurring maintenance/O&M (e.g., spring panel cleaning starting at $350), and add-on services such as EV charging, Generac generators, ground/pole-mounted arrays, and (as of August 2025) roofing. Go-to-market is sales-led and direct-to-consumer: phone-based inside sales, in-home consultations, community events and home shows across Durham, Fayetteville, and Raleigh, an SEO-driven website with city landing pages, active social channels, and a $500-per-referral customer advocacy program. Customer segments span residential homeowners (primary), local commercial businesses, churches/nonprofits, and schools/educational institutions, with no single enterprise anchor customer driving concentration risk.

Name

NC Solar Now

Legal name

NC Solar Now, Inc.

Website

https://ncsolarnow.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

NC Solar Now is a Raleigh-based residential and commercial solar EPC contractor offering turnkey PV installations, battery storage, EV charging, and roofing services across North Carolina since 2009, operating as a hardware-agnostic installer with Tier-1 OEM partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Installation Services

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (23821), Roofing Contractors (23816)

SIC

Electrical Work (1731)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Solar Roofing & Roof-Mounted PV Systems (IMADAFAO)

Keywords

• Solar panel installation
• Battery backup systems
• Residential solar contractor
• Commercial solar installation
• EV charging installation

Headquarters

HQ city

Raleigh

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Solar PV Systems: One-time sale and installation of solar photovoltaic systems including panels, inverters, mounting hardware, and complete electrical work from panel installation to Duke Energy interconnection.
2. Battery Storage Systems: Installation of battery backup systems including Tesla Powerwall, providing power during outages and enabling energy independence from the grid.
3. Installation and Labor: Professional installation services performed by W-2 in-house employees, including licensed electrical work, roofing integration, and system commissioning.
4. Roofing Services: Comprehensive roofing services including repairs, replacements, and inspections. Offers turnkey removal and reinstallation of solar panels during roof work.
5. EV Charging Stations: Installation of electric vehicle charging stations for residential homes, providing convenient fast charging solutions.
6. Maintenance and Service: Ongoing maintenance services including spring cleaning of solar panels starting at $350, system inspections, and repair services.
7. Solar Leasing: $0-down leasing options for solar panels where customers pay a monthly lease payment instead of purchasing the system outright. Performance and maintenance are leasing provider's responsibility.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

NC Solar Now designs, sells, and installs residential and commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in North Carolina, paired with battery storage (Tesla Powerwall), EV charging stations, Generac standby generators, ground/pole-mounted arrays, and integrated roofing services. Installations are performed by in-house W-2 licensed electricians and general contractors using drone/LiDAR-precise site design and equipment selected from Tier-1 manufacturers (Tesla, SolarEdge, Enphase, REC, QCells). The company also offers ongoing maintenance, removal/reinstallation, and $0-down solar leasing subscriptions.

Product overview

NC Solar Now is a residential and commercial solar installation company offering a comprehensive portfolio of solar energy products and services. The core offering centers on Solar PV Systems for electricity generation, supplemented by Battery Systems (including Tesla Powerwall) for energy storage and backup power. Add-on products include EV Charging Stations, Generac Generators, Ground & Pole Mounted Arrays, Roofing Services, Solar Attic Fans, and Critter Guard. Services encompass Solar Power System Services, Removal and Reinstallation, and ongoing maintenance. The company operates as a hardware-agnostic installer, partnering with equipment suppliers including Tesla, SolarEdge, Enphase, REC, and QCells rather than manufacturing its own solar panels.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Solar PV Systems Rooftop photovoltaic solar panel installations that convert sunlight into electricity for residential and commercial properties, including panels, inverters, mounting hardware, full electrical work, permitting, and Duke Energy interconnection.
• Battery Systems (Tesla Powerwall) Solar battery backup systems, including Tesla Powerwall 3, that store excess solar energy for use during outages or peak rate periods, with app-based off-grid control for whole-home energy independence.
• EV Charging Stations Residential and commercial electric vehicle charging station installations that allow EV owners to charge using solar-generated electricity.
• Generac Generator Installation Standby generator installation services providing backup power solutions alongside solar PV and battery storage systems for homes.
• Ground & Pole Mounted Arrays Ground-mounted and pole-mounted solar array installations for properties with shaded roofs, limited roof space, or preference for ground-level systems, including solar tracker options.
• Roofing Services Professional roofing installation, repair, and inspection services integrated with solar installations, including turnkey removal and reinstallation of solar panels during roof replacements and a lifetime roof penetration warranty.
• Solar Attic Fans Solar-powered attic ventilation fans that reduce cooling costs and improve energy efficiency in residential and commercial buildings. Listed as a commercial product offering.
• Critter Guard Protective barrier installation to prevent animals from nesting under solar panels, protecting system integrity and long-term performance. Listed as a residential product offering.
• Solar Power System Services (Maintenance & Monitoring) Ongoing maintenance, monitoring, inspection, and performance optimization services for installed solar energy systems, including spring cleaning starting at $350.
• Removal and Reinstallation Specialized service for safely removing and reinstalling solar panels during roof repairs or replacements, minimizing system downtime.

Quantifiable outcome

• Properties with solar panels sell 20% faster and are valued 17% higher
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered community, core, primary and minor.

• NC Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA)communityStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 July 2025Green Sponsor for AMPlify Appalachia benefit concert supporting clean energy deployment in Western NC after Hurricane Helene. Coalition includes Footprint Project, Land of Sky Regional Council, and Greentech Renewables.
• Autism Society of North CarolinacommunityStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 March 2021Community partnership supporting autism awareness. Donates portion of solar installation sales to ASNC programs. Partnered to donate 5kW solar system to Camp Royall, nation's largest autism camp.
• Town of ApexcommunityStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 May 2015Municipal partnership since 2015. Conducted solar presentation for Town staff in 2015. In 2019, Apex removed barriers and introduced solar-friendly policies following NC Solar Now's training session. Ongoing collaboration on quality local contractor promotion.
• Duke EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDuke Energy Trade Ally authorized to install solar and battery systems for Duke Energy NC customers. Processes PowerPair incentive applications (up to $9,000) and Net Metering Bridge Rider applications. Critical partnership for utility interconnection and incentive programs.
• TeslacoreTechnology or IntegrationTesla Premier Certified Installer for Powerwall products. Expert in pairing solar panels with Powerwall 3 for energy independence and backup power. One of the few NC installers achieving Premier status.
• REC GroupprimaryTechnology or IntegrationSilver Certified Solar Professional status in REC Certified SolarPro program. Offers REC Alpha Pure 2 series panels with 25-year ProTrust warranty. Longstanding partnership for high-efficiency residential and commercial panels.
• SolarEdgeprimaryTechnology or IntegrationSolarEdge Preferred Installer. Provides optimized power optimizers and inverters for residential and commercial solar installations.
• EnphaseprimaryTechnology or IntegrationCertified installer for Enphase microinverters, enabling panel-level monitoring and performance optimization without noise from traditional string inverters.
• QCellsprimaryTechnology or IntegrationCertified installer for QCells solar panels. Recommends QCells for homes in the Triangle and coast areas based on degradation rates and long-term ROI.
• NC Green PowercommunityGTM or Marketing PartnerNC Green Power partner supporting renewable energy initiatives across North Carolina. Helps promote clean energy adoption.
• Local Wilmington BusinessesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnerships with local Wilmington companies including Logan's Trading Post, Trophy Brewing, CEI - The Digital Office, Carolina Smiles, Trident Technologies, Marshall's Locksmith, Wake Forest Chiropractic, West Raleigh Presbyterian Church, iPearl, Petty John's Cleaners, Wake County Schools, and Steel String Brewery.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Southern Energy Management: Morrisville, NC-based residential and commercial solar installer offering solar PV, battery storage, and EV charging across the Triangle and broader NC market. Closest head-to-head competitor given overlapping service area, similar hardware-agnostic premium positioning, and comparable Tesla/SolarEdge-certified installer status.
• Yes Solar Solutions: Raleigh-based residential solar installer serving the same Triangle region with NABCEP-certified staff and Tesla Powerwall expertise. Operates a similar sales-led, in-house installation model and competes directly for Duke Energy homeowners in the same zip codes.
• Renu Energy Solutions: Charlotte-based full-service solar installer serving residential and commercial customers across North Carolina. Comparable hardware-agnostic approach, multi-office NC footprint, and similar battery + EV charging add-on strategy targeting Duke Energy territory.

Regional players

• Trinity Solar: One of the largest privately held residential solar installers in the US, headquartered in New Jersey and expanding across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Operates a comparable direct-to-homeowner, in-house labor model with similar hardware partnerships, but competes in different geographies than NC Solar Now.

Broad incumbents

• Sunrun: National residential solar leader and largest US residential installer offering solar leases, PPAs, and battery storage nationwide. Represents the scaled, capital-backed competitive threat; same residential Duke-energy-type customers, but operates with very different scale, capital structure, and recurring-revenue model.
• Tesla Energy: Operates Tesla's in-house residential solar and Powerwall business in NC, leveraging the Tesla brand, vertical integration, and Powerwall 3 hardware. Strong incumbent competitive presence in premium battery segments where NC Solar Now is a Premier installer; competes for the same premium homeowner.
• ADT Solar: National residential solar installer (formerly Sunpro Solar) backed by the ADT brand, offering solar and battery across multiple states including the Southeast. Operates a regional sales-led model similar to NC Solar Now but with national marketing reach and parent-company capital.
• Freedom Forever: National residential solar installer operating in 40+ US markets including parts of the Carolinas. Uses an authorized-dealer style sales-led go-to-market similar to NC Solar Now, but with significantly larger marketing scale and a national footprint.
• Blue Raven Solar: Multi-state residential solar installer acquired by SunPower, using a comparable direct-to-homeowner sales motion with panel-financing-inclusive offers. Competes for similar middle-income residential customers across the Southeast and broadly overlaps NC Solar Now's service profile.
• Lumio: National residential solar installer (formerly Clean Energy Experts / Helio) operating in multiple states. Comparable sales-led installer model with battery and EV charging add-ons, providing another national competitor set against NC Solar Now's regional footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ncsolarnow
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/ncsolaronline
• Facebookfacebook.com/NCSolarNow
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nc-solar-now
• Instagraminstagram.com/ncsolarnow

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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