How much does a solar system cost in Kenya?

Residential solar systems in Kenya typically range from KES 80,000 for small backup kits to KES 1,500,000+ for full hybrid systems. NARE Energies offers a free solar sizing tool and custom quotes based on your energy needs.

Does NARE Energies install solar panels outside Nairobi?

Yes. We install solar PV systems across Kenya, including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and rural off-grid sites.

Can solar power eliminate my KPLC electricity bill?

Hybrid and off-grid solar systems can cut KPLC bills by 70-100%. A grid-tied system with the right sizing typically pays back in 3-5 years.

Which solar company should I choose in Kenya?

Choose an EPRA-licensed solar company that sizes the system from your actual load, supplies Tier-1 panels with locally honoured warranties and can show reference installations. NARE Energies has completed 500+ installations across Kenya and publishes package pricing so you can compare openly.

What warranty do you offer on solar panels?

We supply Tier-1 solar panels with a 25-year performance warranty, inverters with 5-10 year warranties, and a 2-year workmanship guarantee on every installation.

Which is the best solar company in Kenya?

The right solar company for you is EPRA-licensed, sizes the system from your actual load, supplies Tier-1 panels with locally honoured warranties, and can show reference installations of a similar size. NARE Energies meets all four and publishes package pricing so you can compare honestly.

How much does a solar system cost in Kenya in 2026?

Small backup kits start around KES 80,000–120,000, a 5kW hybrid home system with LiFePO4 storage typically costs KES 650,000–950,000, and commercial systems are quoted per kW after a load audit. Our free solar calculator gives an instant estimate.

Do solar companies in Kenya need a licence?

Yes. EPRA licences solar PV technicians and contractors, and solar water heating installations must comply with the Energy (Solar Water Heating) Regulations. Never accept an installation from an unlicensed installer.

How long does a solar installation take?

Most residential systems are surveyed within a week and installed in one to two days. Commercial and industrial projects typically take two to six weeks depending on roof works and approvals.

Can solar completely replace KPLC power?

An off-grid system with enough panels and LiFePO4 storage can replace KPLC entirely. Most homes and businesses choose a hybrid system instead, cutting 70–90% of the bill while keeping grid backup.

Which parts of Kenya do you serve?

We install countrywide, with dedicated coverage for Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Thika and the surrounding counties.

Solar Companies in Kenya

How to choose the right solar installer in 2026

Choosing among solar companies in Kenya

Kenya has hundreds of solar companies, from EPRA-licensed engineering firms to briefcase resellers importing untested panels. The difference shows up two years later, when batteries sag, inverters fail and nobody answers the warranty call. This guide sets out what actually separates a reliable solar installer in Kenya from the rest — and how NARE Energies measures up.

NARE Energies (Natural Resource Energies) is a Kenyan solar energy company delivering solar PV installation, battery storage, solar water heating, solar pumping and EV charging for homes, businesses, schools and farms. We have completed over 500 installations countrywide and back every one with a 2-year workmanship guarantee.

EPRA-licensed technicians

Kenyan law requires solar PV and solar water heating work to be carried out by EPRA-licensed technicians. Always ask for the licence class before signing.

Real warranties, locally honoured

Tier-1 panels carry 25-year performance warranties and inverters 5–10 years — but only if the company holds local stock and honours claims in Kenya.

Proper load-based sizing

A credible solar company sizes from your appliance list or KPLC bill, not a price list. Undersized batteries are the single biggest cause of disappointment.