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Your Trusted Commercial Solar Construction Partner in Maryland
Solar Gaines is a commercial solar construction company rooted in decades of industry expertise and regional service excellence. Since the 1980s, our team has delivered large-scale solar projects across the Mid-Atlantic region, serving Virginia, Maryland, D.C., Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Our founders, Tom Gaines and Hans Wittich, combined construction and financial acumen to establish a business that prioritizes quality materials, precision execution, and client-centric project management. As a self-performing contractor, we maintain full control over project timelines and outcomes, ensuring efficient transitions from design to implementation. Our financial stability enables us to tackle projects of any complexity, while our dedicated professionals provide 24/7 rapid response support for operational needs.With a legacy of infrastructure development spanning over a century, we emphasize safety, accountability, and innovation in every installation. Our quality control programs and in-house expertise allow us to address challenges proactively, maximizing client returns on solar investments. By integrating engineering, procurement, and construction under one team, we deliver cohesive, scalable solar solutions tailored to commercial, community, and institutional needs. Our commitment to transparency and long-term partnerships has solidified our reputation as a trusted leader in renewable energy systems.
Services
Commercial Solar Installation
Community Solar Projects
EPC Services
O&M Services
Solar Construction
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of solar construction experience in the Mid-Atlantic region
- Our self-performing model ensures complete project control and quality assurance
- Financially stable company handles projects of any size or complexity
- 24/7 rapid response O&M services minimize system downtime
- Dedicated QA/QC program with assigned project professionals
Services
Commercial Solar Installation
Our commercial solar installations combine decades of construction expertise with cutting-edge technology. We handle projects from initial design through implementation, ensuring seamless integration of high-quality components. Our self-performing model guarantees strict quality control and timely delivery for businesses seeking renewable energy solutions.
Community Solar Projects
We specialize in large-scale community solar developments that maximize shared energy benefits. Our team manages all aspects from site selection to system optimization, ensuring reliable performance and regulatory compliance. These projects provide accessible solar energy solutions for multiple participants through centralized installations.
EPC Services
Our engineering, procurement, and construction services deliver comprehensive solar solutions under one contract. This integrated approach ensures cohesive project execution, with single-point accountability for design, equipment sourcing, and construction phases across commercial and utility-scale projects.
O&M Services
We provide full lifecycle operations and maintenance services including 24/7 rapid response, scheduled maintenance, and performance optimization. Our team ensures maximum system efficiency through regular inspections, thermal imaging, and preventive maintenance programs for solar installations.
Solar Construction
Our construction services cover all aspects of solar project development including land clearing, electrical balance of system work, and module installation. We utilize advanced techniques for both fixed-mount and tracking systems, ensuring durable, high-performance solar infrastructure solutions.
People
Tom Gaines
Founder
Co-founder with decades of construction industry experience, Tom Gaines brings generational expertise in infrastructure development to Solar Gaines' solar projects.
Hans Wittich
Founder
Co-founder Hans Wittich contributes extensive financial expertise to Solar Gaines, ensuring optimal economic structuring for clients' solar investments and project financing.
Questions
What solar services does Solar Gaines offer?
We provide full-service commercial solar solutions including engineering, procurement, construction, and ongoing operations & maintenance for large-scale projects.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve Maryland, Virginia, Washington D.C., Pennsylvania, and Delaware with local expertise and regional project experience.
How long has Solar Gaines been in business?
Our team has delivered solar construction projects since the 1980s, with formal solar specialization since 2009.
Do you offer emergency solar maintenance?
Yes, our 24/7 rapid response team provides emergency maintenance and system troubleshooting services.
What makes Solar Gaines different from competitors?
We are a self-performing contractor with complete financial independence and in-house quality control throughout the project lifecycle.
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Leo G.
Dec 21, 2015
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I talked to several companies about solar panel installation, and I selected Solar Gaines for the following reasons:
-Solid parent company that is very competent and experienced in the solar industry
-13.7 cent/kWh production guarantee, which is the highest I have seen (all companies I have read in their contracts are around 8.5 cent/kWh
-Best price in terms of $/W I have encountered among companies
-Included high quality inverter that can monitor on a per panel basis
-Provided excellent details on how they manage repair work orders
They are very flexible to work with in terms of scheduling for
-Solid parent company that is very competent and experienced in the solar industry
-13.7 cent/kWh production guarantee, which is the highest I have seen (all companies I have read in their contracts are around 8.5 cent/kWh
-Best price in terms of $/W I have encountered among companies
-Included high quality inverter that can monitor on a per panel basis
-Provided excellent details on how they manage repair work orders
They are very flexible to work with in terms of scheduling for
Sara G.
Aug 01, 2015
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Solargaines is a great company, in every way that counts to a consumer looking to go solar. They are very knowledgeable and truthful, and will even tell you if your house is not suitable for solar. There aren't many companies that will turn down a sale and choose honesty and integrity over their bottom line.
Bobby C.
May 21, 2015
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Honest, Excellent install, Top notch customer service
I selected Solar Gaines to install my solar panels, out of 7 other companies that I spoke to, because they met all of my needs. They are experienced, reasonably priced, informative, and most importantly honest. In my quest of finding the right vendor to work with, I had many companies design a solar system that maximizes my roof space. Solar Gaines, in contrary, designed a system that was right for my production, without going too much over my estimated annual energy usage. This move, by far, sets them apart. By suggesting less panels
I selected Solar Gaines to install my solar panels, out of 7 other companies that I spoke to, because they met all of my needs. They are experienced, reasonably priced, informative, and most importantly honest. In my quest of finding the right vendor to work with, I had many companies design a solar system that maximizes my roof space. Solar Gaines, in contrary, designed a system that was right for my production, without going too much over my estimated annual energy usage. This move, by far, sets them apart. By suggesting less panels