Rio Rancho sits in one of the sunniest corridors in the entire United States. With over 300 sunny days a year and some of the best solar irradiance in the country, the return on a well-designed solar system here is hard to beat. Number One Plumbing, AC, Solar & Electric has been serving Rio Rancho and the greater Albuquerque area for over 20 years. Our solar technicians are NABCEP certified — the gold standard credential in the solar industry — and we're certified Enphase Storage installers. We handle everything from initial design through installation, inspections, and long-term repair. Call (505) 999-9567 or request service below.
We offer a complete range of residential solar services throughout Rio Rancho and surrounding communities:
Rio Rancho's rapid growth means thousands of newer homes with rooftops perfectly suited for solar — good southern exposure, minimal shading, and owners who are thinking about long-term energy costs in a city where summers push air conditioning bills high. A solar system that offsets your summer cooling load pays for itself faster here than almost anywhere.
We start every installation with a thorough site assessment — roof orientation, shading analysis, energy usage review, and a system design sized for your actual needs. We handle all permitting with the City of Rio Rancho and PNM interconnection paperwork, so the process moves efficiently from approval to a live, producing system. No surprises, no delays caused by incomplete applications.
We install high-efficiency monocrystalline panels built to handle New Mexico's intense sun, temperature swings, and occasional severe weather.
Grid-tied solar systems are designed to shut down during power outages — a utility safety requirement. In Rio Rancho, where summer monsoon storms and high-demand periods can cause outages, that limitation matters. A battery backup system keeps your home powered when the grid goes down, storing the energy your panels produce and deploying it when you need it most.
As certified Enphase Storage installers, we design battery backup solutions tailored to your home's energy profile — whether you want to back up critical circuits or keep the whole house running. It's the smartest upgrade you can make to an existing solar system, and the right addition to any new installation.
Rio Rancho's housing boom means a significant number of homes with solar systems already installed — some well-designed and properly maintained, others that need attention. If you're buying a home with an existing solar system, a professional inspection before closing is one of the most valuable things you can do. If you already own a system that isn't producing what it should, an inspection tells you exactly why.
Our inspections cover panel condition, inverter performance, wiring and connections, mounting hardware integrity, and a production data analysis comparing actual output to expected performance. You get a written report with clear findings and honest recommendations.
A solar system should produce reliably for 25 years or more — but components fail. Inverters are the most common failure point, but we also see degraded connections, damaged panels, monitoring system issues, and wiring problems that quietly reduce production without triggering an obvious fault. If your system's output has dropped, your monitoring app is showing errors, or you haven't had a service check in years, call us.
We repair all major system types and brands throughout Rio Rancho — including systems we didn't install. If something's wrong we'll find it.
New Mexico's solar-friendly policies and falling system costs continue to make solar a smart long-term investment. We work with multiple financing options including solar loans, power purchase agreements, and solar leases, and we walk you through any applicable state incentives so you understand the real numbers before you commit. Our goal is to give you an honest picture of cost, savings, and payback period — not to sell you the most expensive system we can.
NABCEP certified technicians. Certified Enphase Storage installers. Over 20 years serving Rio Rancho and the greater Albuquerque area. BBB Accredited. Licensed, bonded, and insured. A 4.8-star Google rating built on two decades of local work. We've watched Rio Rancho grow from a small community into New Mexico's second largest city, and we've been installing solar systems here the entire time. We know the permitting process, the utility requirements, and the specific conditions that affect solar performance in this market. That local knowledge makes a difference in how efficiently your project gets done and how well your system performs long term.
Whether you're ready to move forward with installation or just want to understand your options, our solar team is ready to talk. Call (505) 999-9567 or use the form below to schedule a consultation or request service.
At Number One Plumbing, AC, Solar & Electric, everything we do is backed by our unwavering commitment to your satisfaction. As a customer-focused company, we prioritize your experience above all. Your satisfaction is crucial to us, and we strive to ensure that you're completely pleased with our work, our professionalism, and our overall service.
If, for any reason, you find yourself less than satisfied, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are eager to listen and understand your concerns and are committed to resolving them. As a deeply rooted local business, our goal is to uphold the trust and respect of every customer and every home we serve.
Let us know how we can make things right. Your contentment is our promise, and we will do whatever it takes to achieve it.
Number One Plumbing, AC, Solar & Electric makes it easy to afford the services you need for your home. Contact us today to learn more about our financing program.
