Our installation team is highly trained, accredited, and experienced in delivering the highest standard of electrical and solar system installations for boats, RVs, campers, vans, and off-grid applications. As authorized dealers of Renogy and Victron, and licensed Red Seal installers with over 30 years of combined experience, we ensure every system is designed and installed correctly using proven, high-performance components.

By combining hands-on expertise with the latest innovations in solar, lithium battery, and power management technology, Solar Worx provides reliable, efficient, and durable energy systems built for real-world use — whether on the water, on the road, or off the grid. We specialize in clean, professional installations that maximize performance, safety, and longevity.

When you need dependable solar and complex electrical installations, choose Solar Worx — a trusted name for marine, RV, camper, and off-grid power solutions across Western Canada and beyond.

Installing solar panels for residential or commercial properties is more than just placing them on the roof. At Solar Worx, we understand the complexities involved in ensuring your solar energy system is installed to last and operate efficiently. Our team follows detailed steps to guarantee that your solar panels generate clean energy and maintain optimal performance with minimal maintenance. We also make sure your solar system seamlessly integrates with the aesthetic of your home.

Not every installer has the experience to design and integrate customized solar and electrical systems for boats, RVs, campers, vans, and off-grid setups. Choosing the right provider is essential, as improper system design or installation can lead to performance issues, safety risks, and costly repairs down the road.

At Solar Worx, we bring over 30 years of combined experience, licensed Red Seal installers, and authorized partnerships with Renogy and Victron to every project. We focus on precision system design, proper component integration, and clean, professional installations that are safe, efficient, and built for long-term reliability. Our goal is to deliver dependable power solutions that perform flawlessly in real-world marine, mobile, and off-grid environments while maximizing efficiency and value for our clients.

Just like any professional electrical project, proper standards, safety compliance, and installation best practices are essential for solar and off-grid power systems on boats, RVs, campers, and mobile setups. Even if your system is not tied to a building, it’s important that installations meet marine, automotive, and electrical safety guidelines.

Many of our clients benefit from our experience in designing systems that are safe, compliant, and properly integrated with existing electrical setups. At Solar Worx, we guide our clients through the entire process — from system design and component selection to clean, professional installation and testing — ensuring your solar and electrical system is reliable, efficient, and built to last in real-world conditions.

Solar energy is the process of converting sunlight into usable electricity through solar panels. The number of panels required depends on your power consumption, available mounting space, battery capacity, and how your system is used.

For boats, RVs, campers, and off-grid setups, system size is typically based on daily energy usage (appliances, fridges, lighting, electronics, and inverters) rather than roof size alone. Factors like solar exposure, travel location, and charging sources such as alternator or shore power also influence the final system design.

Instead of a fixed panel count, Solar Worx designs each system around your actual energy needs to ensure efficient charging, reliable battery performance, and consistent power in real-world marine and mobile environments.

The cost of a solar system for boats, RVs, campers, and off-grid setups is typically based on total system components rather than price per watt alone. Unlike residential rooftop systems, mobile and marine installations include batteries, inverter/chargers, wiring, mounting hardware, monitoring systems, and custom integration.

Most professionally installed mobile or marine solar systems can range widely depending on battery capacity, system complexity, and power demands. Smaller setups may focus on basic charging and light loads, while larger systems designed to run fridges, appliances, and full off-grid electrical systems require higher-capacity batteries and advanced power management.

At Solar Worx, every system is custom-designed to match your energy usage, space, and application, ensuring you get an efficient, reliable setup without overspending on unnecessary components.

Solar panel systems are highly versatile and can be installed on a wide range of platforms beyond traditional rooftops. For boats, RVs, campers, vans, and off-grid setups, solar panels are typically mounted on roofs, racks, marine arches, deck spaces, and custom brackets designed to maximize space and efficiency.

Depending on the application, systems can also be integrated into roof racks, camper conversions, marine hardtops, and custom aluminum mounting solutions. Each installation is carefully planned around available space, weight distribution, wiring routes, and real-world exposure to sunlight.

At Solar Worx, we design mounting and integration solutions that are secure

Installing a solar energy system for your boat, RV, camper, or off-grid setup offers strong long-term value and cost savings. By generating your own power, you reduce reliance on shore power, hookups, and fuel-powered generators, lowering ongoing operating costs and improving energy independence.

Solar also extends battery life, reduces engine idle time, and provides quiet, reliable power for onboard systems like fridges, lighting, and electronics. A professionally installed system can increase the functionality and resale value of your vessel or vehicle while delivering consistent, renewable energy wherever you travel.

With efficient system design and high-quality components, solar becomes a smart investment that improves convenience, reliability, and long-term operating efficiency.

Solar panels generate electricity by converting sunlight into usable energy to charge your battery system and power onboard equipment. Even on cloudy days, panels can still produce power, though at reduced output depending on light conditions and panel exposure.

When paired with a properly sized battery bank, excess energy generated during sunny periods is stored for use later — such as at night, while anchored, or when parked off-grid. While panels do not produce power in complete darkness, a well-designed solar and battery system ensures consistent, reliable energy for lighting, fridges, electronics, and other onboard systems regardless of time of day.

Choosing the right solar system depends on your energy usage, available mounting space, battery capacity, budget, and how you plan to use your boat, RV, camper, van, or off-grid setup. We help you select the right configuration — whether it’s a solar-only charging system, a solar system with lithium battery storage, or a fully integrated off-grid power system with inverter/charger and alternator charging.

Each system is tailored to your lifestyle, power demands, and real-world conditions, ensuring reliable performance whether you’re on the water, on the road, or completely off-grid.

The installation process begins with an initial consultation where we assess your power needs, available mounting space, battery capacity, and overall system design for your boat, RV, camper, van, or off-grid setup. Once the system layout and components are finalized, we schedule the installation based on your vehicle or vessel requirements.

The process typically includes secure panel mounting, wiring and cable management, battery bank installation, inverter/charger integration, and full system configuration with monitoring. We also ensure proper integration with existing electrical systems such as alternator charging, shore power, and onboard electronics.

After installation, we perform full system testing, safety checks, and performance verification to ensure everything operates efficiently, safely, and reliably before your system is put into regular use.

Yes — for boats, RVs, campers, vans, and off-grid systems, batteries are essential.

Unlike residential grid-tied solar setups, mobile and marine systems are not connected to the electrical grid. This means any energy generated by your solar panels must be stored in a battery bank to be used when the sun isn’t shining.

Solar panels charge your batteries during the day, and those batteries then power your lighting, fridges, electronics, inverters, and onboard systems at night, while anchored, parked, or in low-sun conditions. Without batteries, the system would only provide power when there is direct sunlight and would not deliver consistent, reliable energy.

For reliable off-grid and mobile applications, a properly sized lithium battery system is a core part of any effective solar installation.

Snow can temporarily reduce solar panel performance by blocking sunlight, but this is usually a short-term issue. For boats, RVs, campers, and off-grid setups, panels are often mounted at slight angles or on racks, allowing snow to slide off more easily once the sun returns or temperatures rise.

In heavier snow conditions, gently clearing the panels can help restore full charging performance. Even with light snow or partial coverage, panels may still produce some power if sunlight can reach any exposed surface.

In colder climates like British Columbia, properly designed solar and battery systems are especially important, as stored battery power ensures your system continues to operate reliably even during low-sun and winter conditions.