Brightest Solar

Brightest Solar is a locally owned solar energy company based at 2979 Foxhall Road in Charleston, with a business presence at 170 Meeting Street in downtown Charleston. Founded in 2015 by Rob Dodge, the company provides residential solar panel installations and solar pool heating systems for homeowners across the Charleston area. As a small local operation, Brightest Solar offers personalized service with the owner directly involved in each project.

The company installs Hanwha Q Cells solar panels paired with Enphase microinverters. Brightest Solar handles the full installation process from site assessment and system design through permitting, installation, and utility interconnection. The company also specializes in solar pool heating, a service that is particularly relevant in Charleston’s climate where pool season extends well beyond summer months.

Brightest Solar holds a 4.5-star rating across review platforms and maintains BBB accreditation. The company’s small, owner-operated model means customers work directly with Rob and his team rather than navigating a larger corporate structure. Customers highlight the personal attention, local knowledge, and honest approach to system sizing and pricing.