Vanlife Customs
Camper van upfitter and RV repair shop in Arvada with a 4.9-star rating from 156 reviews.
Arvada, CO
RV Solar Installation in Arvada, CO
Solar on an RV is one of those upgrades that sounds simple until you're on a ladder in the Colorado sun, figuring out where the wires actually go. Arvada has five shops that handle RV solar installation, and four more nearby. They average 4.9 stars, so you're not stuck with amateurs. I've had a roof leak and a dead A/C fixed here, and the good shops are the ones that ask about your battery bank before they quote panels.
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5Shops listed
4.9★Average Google rating
1Do warranty work
4More within 30 miles
RV repair shops in Arvada
Contravans
Custom campervan conversions and upgrades in Arvada, CO, with a 4.9-star rating from 125 reviews.
Overland Design-Build
Arvada shop specializing in Winnebago Revel, Ekko and Sprinter camper van upgrades, repairs and full systems work.
Colorado Camper Repair
Family-owned mobile RV repair in Arvada specializing in pop-ups, vans, solar, and more.
Flaugher Generator & RV Solutions
Mobile RV repair and generator service in Arvada with a 4.7-star rating from 28 reviews.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Arvada. Mobile techs on this list often cover the towns around them too.
Rocky Mountain RV Service and Trailer Repair
Denver RV shop for roof, AC, awning and body repairs, with mobile work on an emergency basis.
Blue Compass RV Wheat Ridge
RV dealer and repair shop in Wheat Ridge, CO, with a 4.4-star rating from 851 reviews and a focus on customer service.
RV Solar Connection, llc
RV solar and repair shop in Westminster, CO with a 5.0 rating from two reviewers.
Mile High Mobile RV Repair
Mobile RV repair serving Denver, rated 5.0 from 9 reviews, with techs who diagnose carefully and fix things right.
What to expect from an Arvada solar install
Most of these shops are full-service, not solar-only. Vanlife Customs, Contravans, and Overland Design-Build all do solar alongside fridges, awnings, and roof work. That matters because a solar install often means resealing roof penetrations or chasing electrical gremlins. Two shops, Colorado Camper Repair and Flaugher Generator & RV Solutions, are mobile, so they can come to your storage lot or driveway. Mobile work is great for diagnostics, but a full panel mount usually goes faster in a shop with a lift and a parts room. Ask if they pre-wire for a future inverter or lithium upgrade. It's cheaper than tearing into the roof twice.
Booking and parts in Arvada
Spring and early summer fill up fast here because everyone wants their solar done before camping season. Call ahead and ask if the charge controller and panels you want are in stock. Three of the five shops have parts on hand, and Flaugher also does warranty work, which can save you a fight with a manufacturer. If you're buying a kit online, confirm the shop will install customer-supplied parts before you haul it over. Some won't warranty the work if they didn't sell the gear, and that's fair enough.
Why the ratings are high
A 4.9 average across five shops is unusual, and it tells you the local bar is high. These are mostly van conversion and overland shops, so they're used to tight spaces and custom electrical. That's good for solar, which is basically a custom electrical job with a roof mount. Don't expect the cheapest quote. Do expect someone to ask how you camp, what you run, and whether you want to run an A/C off the batteries. If a shop just quotes panels without those questions, keep calling.
Specialists in Arvada
Nearby cities
- Denver, CO (5, 8 mi)
- Commerce City, CO (2, 8 mi)
- Aurora, CO (2, 16 mi)
- Littleton, CO (2, 20 mi)
- Longmont, CO (5, 25 mi)
- Parker, CO (3, 27 mi)
- Berthoud, CO (2, 34 mi)
- Loveland, CO (5, 41 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many RV solar installation shops are in Arvada?
There are 5 shops in Arvada and 4 more nearby, for a total of 9 in the area. They average 4.9 stars, so you have good options for panels, controllers, and roof wiring.
Do any Arvada solar shops offer mobile service?
Yes, 2 of the 5 shops are mobile: Colorado Camper Repair and Flaugher Generator & RV Solutions. Mobile is handy for inspections and small installs, but a full panel array usually goes smoother in a shop.
Can I get warranty work done on my RV solar system in Arvada?
One shop, Flaugher Generator & RV Solutions, lists warranty work. Call ahead with your system brand and paperwork. Pre-approval from the manufacturer can save you a return trip.
Should I book ahead for RV solar installation in Arvada?
Yes, especially in spring. Solar installs take a full day or more, and the good shops book out. Ask if the panels and controller are in stock when you call, since 3 of the 5 shops keep parts on hand.