Local vs. National Solar Companies: Which Is Best for Your Texas Business?

When it comes to installing commercial solar in Texas, businesses often face an important decision — should you choose a local solar company or a national one?

On paper, larger national firms may appear attractive, but when you look deeper, local Texas solar EPC firms offer far more value, accountability, and community investment. Here’s why.

1. Local Solar Firms Are Part of the Community

Local solar companies aren’t just doing business in Texas — they’re invested in it. They hire locally, build locally, and support local causes. When you work with a Texas-based EPC firm, your project dollars stay in the region, creating good-paying jobs and economic impact right where you live and work.

At Big Sun Solar, our employees live in the same neighborhoods as our customers. We like to say that our customer service extends all the way to the local H-E-B — because when we see our clients grocery shopping on weekends, we want to be confident their solar system is performing exactly as promised.

2. Local Firms Deliver Faster, More Responsive Service

Texas businesses know that things move fast here — and local partners can move with them. Local EPCs are nearby when you need quick service, warranty support, or technical advice. There’s no waiting on a corporate service line or a third-party contractor in another state.

When you call Big Sun Solar, you reach our in-house engineering, construction, and operations team — not an outsourced service center. Our proximity allows us to respond quickly to maintenance requests and performance issues, keeping your system producing and your energy savings consistent.

3. National Firms Outsource; Local Firms Self-Perform

Many national solar developers rely on subcontractors for on-the-ground work like installation, electrical connections, and ongoing maintenance. That often leads to inconsistent workmanship and delayed service.

Local firms like Big Sun Solar self-perform construction and maintenance with our own licensed electricians, NABCEP-certified technicians, and company vehicles. That means every project is built and supported by the same people who designed it — ensuring accountability, quality, and long-term reliability.

4. Local Companies Build Long-Term Relationships

National solar firms tend to chase incentives and move from market to market, following the next big subsidy. Local companies, on the other hand, are committed to the long game — building a reputation that lasts decades.

Big Sun Solar isn’t here for a single project; we’re here to be a trusted energy partner for your business for the life of your system — and beyond.

5. Supporting Local Solar Means Supporting Texas

Choosing a local EPC doesn’t just make business sense — it strengthens the Texas energy economy. Local solar companies:

• Create skilled, long-term jobs in engineering and construction
• Keep tax dollars in the community
• Support local schools, nonprofits, and municipal programs
• Build resilient, distributed energy systems that benefit Texans

Big Sun Solar is proud to be Texas-owned, Texas-operated, and Texas-focused. From San Antonio to Houston to Austin, our crews are powering the state’s energy transition — one project at a time.

The Bottom Line

If you’re weighing local vs. national solar companies for your Texas business, remember this: local firms deliver personal accountability, faster service, and community impact that national chains simply can’t match.

Big Sun Solar combines turnkey EPC capabilities with deep local roots — ensuring your project is designed, built, and supported by Texans who take pride in their work and their community.

Ready to work with a proven Texas-based solar EPC?
Contact Big Sun Solar today to start your commercial solar project with a partner that’s as local as your next H-E-B run.

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