Sandbar Solar & Electric named best solar installer in Santa Cruz
Sandbar Solar & Electric Wins Gold in the 2026 Good Times Best Of Awards
We’re incredibly honored to share that Sandbar Solar & Electric has won Gold for Best Solar Installer in the 2026 Good Times Best Of Awards.
To say we’re grateful would be an understatement. Being recognized by the community we live and work in means the world to us. Santa Cruz County is full of amazing businesses, passionate people, and a strong commitment to doing things with heart, and being voted the top in our field is something we are truly proud of.
For us, this award is about much more than solar panels. It reflects the trust our customers place in us when they invite us to work on their homes, businesses, and community spaces. It reflects the dedication of our team, who show up every day ready to do great work, solve problems and help people feel confident in their energy decisions. And it reflects the relationships we’ve built over the years with a community that values quality, integrity and local connection.
Since the beginning, Sandbar has believed that clean energy should feel personal. Yes, we install solar, batteries, and EV charging systems but what we’re really helping create is more resilience, more independence, and a brighter long-term future for the people we serve. Every project is a chance to help someone save money, reduce reliance on the utility, and make a positive impact on the environment.
We also know that awards like this do not happen in a vacuum. They happen because of the support of our customers, friends, partners and neighbors. To everyone who voted for us, referred us, trusted us, or simply cheered us on along the way: thank you. Your support has helped shape who we are.
Winning Gold in the 2026 Good Times Best Of Awards is both an honor and a motivation. It inspires us to keep raising the bar, keep serving our community well, and keep doing our part to build a cleaner energy future right here on the Central Coast.
From all of us at Sandbar Solar & Electric: Thank you! We’re proud to be local, proud to be your Gold winner, and excited for what’s ahead.