Leale's RV
Family-owned San Jose RV shop since 1963, rated 4.5 stars, handling roof, AC, awning and engine work.
San Jose, CA
RV Solar Installation in San Jose, CA
San Jose RV owners know the sun is free, but catching it takes more than a panel and some wire. Two shops here handle solar installs, and both also fix roofs, ACs, and slide-outs. Leale's RV and Almaden RV Service & Repairs average 4.4 stars across 233 reviews. One does warranty work. If your house battery dies by noon, a proper solar setup is the fix.
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2Shops listed
4.4★Average Google rating
1Do warranty work
2More within 30 miles
RV repair shops in San Jose
Almaden RV Service & Repairs
Family-run San Jose RV shop since 1989, factory-trained techs, 4.3 stars from 131 reviews.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of San Jose. Mobile techs on this list often cover the towns around them too.
RV TERRA
Fremont van conversion shop with a 5.0 rating from 20 reviews, known for custom builds and pet grooming vans.
Mansion RV Solar
Family-owned Los Gatos solar and RV shop, rated 5.0, known for battery and panel upgrades.
What to expect from a solar install
A solar install starts with a load check: what you run, how long, and how much roof space you have. The two San Jose shops both handle solar alongside roof, AC, fridge, awning, slide-out, and body work, so they see the whole picture. Leale's RV also lists tires and electrical; Almaden RV covers water heaters, furnaces, leveling, and windshields. Ask whether they use flexible or rigid panels and where the charge controller goes. A clean install keeps wires out of the weather and labels every fuse. Book ahead in spring. Solar jobs take a full day or more, and good shops fill up.
Shop work vs. mobile techs
San Jose has no mobile solar techs listed here, so plan to drop off your rig. That is normal for panel mounting and wiring. Mobile techs are great for a dead battery or a quick diagnostic, but a full solar array usually needs a shop bay and a ladder. Both Leale's RV and Almaden RV Service & Repairs have body and chassis features, which helps if your roof needs patching before panels go on. Ask if the shop does warranty work; one of the two does, so confirm before you book.
Before you book
Get a written estimate that lists panels, controller, mounting hardware, and labor. Ask if the part is in stock or if you will wait on a shipment. Check your roof sealant first: a leak under new panels is a bad surprise. If you are near San Jose, you are close to Santa Clara and Campbell, so ask about drop-off times. One shop handles insurance and the other does warranty work, so match the shop to your needs. And yes, ask for a walkthrough of the monitor when you pick up.
Specialists in San Jose
Nearby cities
- Lodi, CA (3, 64 mi)
- Santa Rosa, CA (3, 89 mi)
- Los Gatos, CA (1, 15 mi)
- Fremont, CA (1, 16 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many RV solar installation shops are in San Jose?
There are 2 solar installation shops in San Jose on this directory. Both are full-service RV repair shops that also handle roofs, ACs, fridges, awnings, and slide-outs. Leale's RV and Almaden RV Service & Repairs are the two listed.
What is the average rating for solar shops in San Jose?
The average rating is 4.4 stars across 233 total reviews. Leale's RV has 4.5 stars from 102 reviews, and Almaden RV Service & Repairs has 4.3 stars from 131 reviews. That is a solid track record for RV work.
Do any San Jose solar shops offer mobile service?
No. The directory lists 0 mobile solar techs in San Jose. You will need to take your RV to a shop for solar installation. Mobile techs are fine for small fixes, but panel mounting and wiring usually need a shop bay.
Which San Jose solar shop does warranty work?
One of the two shops does warranty work. Almaden RV Service & Repairs lists warranty among its features, while Leale's RV does not. Call ahead to confirm your specific warranty is accepted before you book.