Net Metering Protected in Virginia: SCC's Final Ruling on Dominion's NEM 2.0
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Virginia's trusted solar company, based in Charlottesville, VA
We install the highest-quality solar panel systems and back them up with a 30-year warranty.
No hard sales, just fair pricing & trusted advice
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Going solar should be a great experience, from sales to installation to decades of savings. Virtue Solar is a licensed Virginia solar contractor headquartered in Charlottesville, and we've been installing quality solar systems on Virginia homes since 2015. As a Class A Contractor with NABCEP-certified installers, we hold the industry's gold-standard credentials for solar professionals.
We are local Virginia solar experts serving homeowners and businesses across the state — from our home base in Charlottesville to the Richmond metro, the Shenandoah Valley, and Lynchburg — and want to help you decide if solar is right for your home or business.
Learn More about Virtue SolarGet a free solar quote
We'll create a custom model of your home, and show you how solar looks, what it will cost, and what solar incentives are available.
- Industry leading shade analysis
- Full system cost
- Solar incentives
- Estimated savings
- Solar production estimates
- 3D model of solar on your home
- Complete list of proposed equipment
Our services
Solar for Home
You own your home; now it's time to own your electricity. We specialize in installing solar systems that will power your home for decades.
Learn about Solar for HomesGround-mounted Solar
Have a shady roof, but a wide-open field or yard? Ground-mounted solar may be the best option. Ground-mounts perform exceptionally well, and are often the preferred option for farms & business.
Learn More about Ground MountsSolar for Small Business
Small businesses are eligible for the strongest solar incentives. If you own a small business, solar can offer an aggressive ROI while lowering overhead costs, due to local tax incentives, grant opportunities, and lower cost of installation.
Learn about commercial solarSolar Battery Backup
Want to have power when the grid goes out? We offer home batteries from FranklinWH and Enphase that seamlessly take over when the grid goes down, ensuring that your critical loads stay powered.
Learn about solar storageFranklinWH Battery Installation
Secure your energy & keep the lights on with a FranklinWH battery backup system. FranklinWH batteries provide whole-home battery backup and work with existing solar systems!
Get a FranklinWH quote todaySmart Panel Installation
Virtue Solar is a SPAN smart panel authorized installer. SPAN panels allow you to have complete control over your power, and extend the life of your batteries during a power outage.
Learn about SPAN panel30-Year warranty, for complete peace of mind
- We handle repairs & service
- Parts & labor are covered
- Covers panels, inverters, racking, and batteries
- Battery replacement
- Roof penetrations covered
- Fully transferable warranty
- $0 deductible
- Fully backed by a third party
Frequently Asked Questions
Where in Virginia does Virtue Solar install?
Virtue Solar is based in Charlottesville, VA and installs solar across Virginia. Our primary service areas include Charlottesville and the Piedmont, the Richmond metro, the Shenandoah Valley, and the Lynchburg region. We also serve other parts of greater Virginia case-by-case.
What licenses and certifications does Virtue Solar hold?
Virtue Solar is a licensed Virginia Class A Contractor with NABCEP-certified installers (the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners is the gold-standard certification for solar professionals). We are also a Solar Insure-certified installer, which qualifies our customers for the Solar Insure 30-year warranty.
How long has Virtue Solar been installing solar in Virginia?
We've been installing solar in Virginia since 2015 — over a decade of local experience. Many of our W2 installers have been with us for 5+ years, so every job has consistent, accountable craftsmanship.
Does Virtue Solar serve commercial as well as residential customers?
Yes. We install solar for Virginia homeowners (residential solar) and for businesses, farms, nonprofits, and small commercial buildings (commercial solar). We also install battery backup systems standalone or paired with solar.
What our customers say
“I looked at several solar providers but chose Virtue because they were low pressure, responsive, honest and local.”
“I recommend Virtue, without reservation, as the best of all the local solar companies I've dealt with, by far.”
“Peter and Matt were very helpful in getting my system designed for my needs. I can't stress enough how happy I am that a local company did such a superb job.”
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