Top Tier Solar Solutions began with a door-to-door hustle in the Carolinas and has grown into one of the most recognized names in residential solar installation. Founded in 2018 by Samuel Van Wynen, the Charlotte-based solar installer started with no outside capital or private equity—just hands-on experience and a commitment to doing solar differently. Van Wynen spent years canvassing neighborhoods, learning what homeowners truly needed from a solar company, and built Top Tier around those insights. By 2024, the company had earned the No. 4 spot on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies, with three-year revenue growth exceeding 41,000 percent. That kind of expansion isn’t just about numbers—it reflects a business model focused on sustainable growth and operational health in an industry where overextension has caused many competitors to fold. Top Tier Solar Solutions operates as a fully vertically integrated solar installer in Charlotte and across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. Every step of the solar installation process—from initial design and permitting to installation and ongoing service—is handled in-house by their own teams. Charlotte homeowners and residents throughout the Southeast have access to complete residential solar panel systems using American-made products, including Mission Solar panels manufactured in San Antonio, Texas. The company also offers battery storage systems with SolarEdge monitoring, allowing homeowners to track solar energy production in real time and catch issues before they become problems. Beyond solar panels, Top Tier has expanded into complementary home services including roofing through Top Tier Roofing Solutions, home security systems, and energy efficiency upgrades, positioning itself as a one-stop shop for homeowners looking to improve their property while transitioning to clean energy. The company’s commitment to quality is backed by a 25-year all-inclusive warranty on solar systems and unlimited service calls during the warranty period. As an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred contractor for roofing, they can bundle roof replacement with solar installation—a practical solution for Charlotte-area homeowners who need both. Top Tier’s growth comes at a time when many solar companies have struggled with high interest rates and industry volatility, but their focus on financial discipline and customer satisfaction has allowed them to absorb customers from companies that didn’t survive the market shift. The company has been recognized as a Top Solar Contractor by Solar Power World in both 2023 and 2024, and founder Samuel Van Wynen received a Gold Stevie Award for Best Entrepreneur in Energy. With a team that includes military veterans and NABCEP-certified professionals, Top Tier emphasizes personalized customer support throughout the solar journey, making the transition to home solar as seamless as possible for families across their service area.
Top Tier Solar Solutions is a full-service residential solar installer based in Charlotte, NC, serving homeowners across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. Founded in 2018, the company specializes in vertically integrated solar panel installation, battery storage systems, roofing, and home security solutions. All services—from design and permitting to installation and maintenance—are completed in-house using American-made solar panels and equipment. The company offers both grid-tied and battery backup solar energy systems with 25-year warranties and flexible financing options for residential customers throughout the Southeast.
VERTICALLY INTEGRATED OPERATIONS: Every aspect of your solar installation stays in-house, from the first site assessment through final activation. Our own crews handle design, permitting, installation, and service—no subcontractors, no handoffs, just one accountable team serving North Carolina and surrounding states.
AMERICAN-MADE SOLAR PRODUCTS: We exclusively use Mission Solar panels manufactured in San Antonio, Texas, paired with SolarEdge monitoring technology. When Charlotte homeowners choose Top Tier, they’re supporting domestic manufacturing while getting equipment backed by comprehensive 25-year warranties. INC. 5000
RANKED GROWTH: We earned the No. 4 spot on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list through disciplined growth focused on operational health, not risky expansion. While other solar companies have faltered, we’ve maintained financial stability and continue serving customers across seven states with reliable home solar solutions.
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