★★★★★ "Will continue to recommend friends and family as I’m happy to say that I haven’t paid an electric bill in years." - Tom Lehm
Protect your home from unpredictable JEA bills and Florida's harsh weather. Solar Bear delivers durable, high-efficiency solar panel systems backed by the industry's best warranties, installed by certified roofing and solar experts.
Solar Bear is a Licensed Florida Solar Contractor #EC13006630 . This utility data and system modeling has been reviewed for 2026 grid compliance and rate accuracy.
Your solar panels do more than just lower your bill. With a reliable solar backup battery, you can capture excess energy during the day to power your home through Northeast Florida’s intense hurricane seasons, Duval County grid outages, and JEA or FPL peak rates.
Storms and other hazards can cause power outages that can last for days.
This energy is stored in your backup battery which you can use when you decide to.
Be prepared during storms and outages, save money, and use green energy.
Homeowners in Jacksonville and throughout Duval County are navigating a shifting landscape with JEA. With ongoing discussions regarding fuel adjustments and base rate restructuring, the "standard" cost of grid power is no longer a stable line item for North Florida families.
Solar Bear provides a specialized approach to the JEA grid. By combining high-efficiency panels with battery backup and EV charging—as seen in our featured Nocatee installations—you create a self-sustaining energy ecosystem. This setup allows you to harvest the St. Johns River area's abundant sunlight and store it for use when municipal rates are at their highest.
Total energy autonomy. As Tom L. experienced over multiple properties, a properly engineered Solar Bear system can effectively eliminate your JEA electric bill. You transition from a utility-dependent consumer to an independent producer, backed by a local team of experts like Gabe and Hugo who ensure a seamless, professional experience from survey to activation.
Your high-efficiency solar hardware is protected against manufacturing defects, material failures, or physical degradation for three decades.
We provide a long-term performance "betting agreement" that ensures your panels will continue to generate a specified percentage of their original power output for 25 years.
We stand behind the quality of our labor by covering any issues related to the physical installation, wiring, or mounting of your system for a full quarter-century.
Water-tight protection guaranteed for 10 years on all roof penetrations.
Every Solar Bear install in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Ponte Vedra, Mandarin, Southside, Orange Park, St. Augustine and Fernandina — across Duval, St. Johns, Clay and Nassau counties — is signed off by a named technician, validated on Google, and tied to a licensed Florida solar contractor (FL EC13006630). Our First-Coast systems are engineered for Atlantic Ocean wind loads and coastal salt-air exposure, and every profile below links to a real LinkedIn while every review link opens the original on Google Maps.
“Ready for the power bill to disappear. Update: batteries installed and power is cranking. Love Solar Bear.”
End-to-end First-Coast project: Troy ran the consult, Brittany kept project management consistent, #TeamSalsa — Taj, Jacob and Modesto — executed the install, and the homeowner came back for a battery retrofit on the same system. Hugo closed with a clean exit interview — exactly the kind of repeat-customer signal JEA-territory homeowners look for.
“Big shout-out to Victor and Jacob — my ground-mount and batteries. Those guys worked very hard and did a great job.”
A Duval / Clay County signature project type: parcel-sized ground array paired with battery storage, a build profile most Jacksonville-area solar shops won't touch. Victor and Jacob delivered the rack and battery hand-in-hand, and Will closed the loop at the exit survey.
“From the initial consultation to the final installation, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly efficient.”
Craphonso ran the design consult, Brittany coordinated permitting and crew scheduling, and the install team arrived on time, answered every homeowner question, and left the site clean. A textbook residential Jacksonville install where the homeowner felt like a “valued customer, not just another job on the list.”
Choosing a solar company is a big decision. At Solar Bear, we've built our reputation on a foundation of trust, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to our Jacksonville-area customers. Here’s how we deliver a superior solar experience:
We don't just install solar panels; we engineer storm-ready energy solutions. Our installations use hurricane-rated racking and mounting techniques that meet or exceed Florida's stringent building codes. More importantly, we back our work with a 30-year panel warranty, a 30-year performance guarantee, and a 25-year workmanship warranty. This comprehensive coverage gives you absolute peace of mind that your investment is protected for decades.
Your roof is your home's first line of defense. That’s why our team includes both certified solar installers and master roofers. This dual expertise is rare among solar providers and eliminates the common problem of roofing issues caused by inexperienced installers. We guarantee a leak-free, secure installation that preserves your roof's integrity. There are no subcontractors - just dedicated Solar Bear experts committed to a perfect project from start to finish.
Our goal is to make your switch to solar energy as profitable as possible. We are experts at navigating the financial landscape from net metering to local solar rebates. We meticulously handle all the paperwork for JEA's net metering program, ensuring you get full credit for the excess power you send back to the grid. Our custom solar system designs are optimized for your specific roof and energy usage to generate the most electricity and deliver the fastest return on your investment.
We're not a national chain; we are a local Florida company deeply rooted in the communities we serve, from Jacksonville Beach and Atlantic Beach to Ponte Vedra Beach and the surrounding counties. We understand the local climate, building codes, and the specifics of working with JEA and FPL. Our deep local knowledge ensures your solar project is designed for optimal performance in our unique North Florida environment. We are proud to be one of the top solar installers committed to bringing clean energy to our neighbors.
Earn credits for excess solar energy you send to the grid, lowering future electric bills and maximizing your solar savings.
Take advantage of federal, state, and local solar incentives to lower your upfront costs and maximize your long-term savings.
Learn more about the short and long-term savings benefits solar has to offer.
Find the right financing option for you. Learn more about the different financing options for your solar install.
Go with Solar Bear for solar panel installation in Florida. Celebrate the freedom to choose!
Our team installs solar panels on virtually any type of roof so you can take advantage of our limitless solar energy source in the Sunshine State:
The cost of a home solar system in Jacksonville varies based on your energy consumption, roof size, and the equipment you choose (like adding a Tesla Powerwall for battery storage). However, the real focus should be on the return on investment. With significantly lower electric bills, the Florida rebates and the net-metering, a solar panel system often pays for itself in 7-10 years while adding significant value to your home. We provide a free, no-obligation solar quote with a detailed breakdown of costs and your projected long-term savings.
This is a critical question for any Florida homeowner. Modern photovoltaic (PV) panels are incredibly durable, built to withstand hail and high winds. At Solar Bear, we take it a step further. We use robust racking systems specifically engineered and rated for Florida's hurricane-force winds. Our installation techniques, performed by our in-house roofing experts, ensure that every panel and mount is securely fastened to your roof's structural components, often exceeding local code requirements. Your storm-ready solar system is designed with Jacksonville weather in mind.
Net metering is a fantastic incentive available to JEA customers. It's a billing arrangement where you get credits for any excess solar electricity your system generates and sends back to the grid. For example, on a sunny afternoon when you're producing more power than you're using, that extra energy flows to your neighbors, and JEA credits your account. Then, at night, you draw power from the grid and use those credits. This synergy dramatically reduces or even eliminates your monthly JEA bill. We handle the entire interconnection application with JEA for you.
This is where choosing a solar company with roofing expertise is vital. If your roof needs replacement or significant repairs down the line, we offer a seamless solar panel removal and reinstallation service. Our professional team will carefully detach your system, store it safely while the roof work is completed, and then reinstall it to its original, optimal condition, ensuring all connections and seals are perfect. This integrated service saves you the headache of coordinating between a separate roofer and a solar installer, preventing potential damage and warranty issues.
