About Us
About Fire Mountain Solar — Trusted, Experienced, and Committed to Doing Solar Right
Since 2001, Fire Mountain Solar (FMS) has proudly served homeowners and businesses with honest, knowledgeable solar and power system solutions across Washington and beyond. We know that choosing a solar partner is one of the most important decisions you’ll make — it’s not just about panels and equipment, it’s about trust, reliability, and long-term value.
Why Customers Choose Fire Mountain Solar
Deep Roots & Industry Leadership
Fire Mountain Solar is one of Washington’s oldest and most experienced solar contracting companies. Our co-owner, Alana Nelson, helped lead the formation of the original Solar Installers of Washington and has served in leadership roles with the Washington Solar Energy Industries Association. Today, she remains actively involved with WASEIA, working alongside industry peers to help shape the future of solar in Washington and advocate for strong consumer protections — demonstrating our commitment not just to our own customers, but to a stronger, more trustworthy solar industry statewide.
Trusted by Hundreds of Home and Business Owners
We understand solar is an investment and that there are many qualified contractors for you to choose from. Since 2001, we’ve been trusted by hundreds of residential and business clients, including:
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Real Experience That Matters
Unlike many companies focused only on standard grid-tie installations, we excel in complex and customized power solutions. From rugged off-grid systems to hybrid setups with battery backup, we have decades of real-world experience designing systems that meet unique goals reliably and efficiently. Our own journey began with designing an off-grid system on our founders’ remote property — long before “solar” was a household word — and that practical expertise shows in every project we do.
Read more about the history of Nelson’s off grid and grid hybrid power systems.
Personalized, Transparent Process
We take the time to educate you — not sell to you. We break down costs, explain how your system will perform, and walk you through every step from consultation to installation. We want you to choose solar with confidence, not confusion. This transparent, respectful communication builds trust and ensures you feel supported from day one.
Unmatched Local Reputation & Customer Satisfaction
Our longstanding relationships with hundreds of homeowners and business owners speak volumes. Customers praise us for being professional, responsive, on time, and on budget, and they consistently highlight our clear communication and follow-through. We aren’t just another contractor — we’re a partner you can rely on well after your system goes live.
What Sets Us Apart from Other Reputable Solar Contractors
Industry Leadership & Commitment to Standards
We don’t just follow best practices — we helped shape them in Washington. Our involvement in industry associations and legislative development shows our drive to elevate the entire solar industry.
Breadth of Expertise — From Simple to Highly Customized
Many reputable contractors are focused on one type of solar project. Fire Mountain Solar excels across the full spectrum: grid-tie installations, customized hybrid systems, off-grid power solutions, energy storage integration, and technical consulting. Our team tackles what others won’t — and does it with precision and care.
Education Before Expectation
We prioritize teaching you what you need to know over giving you sales pitches. The more informed you are, the better your decisions will be. It’s a philosophy that sets us apart and builds long-lasting trust.
Local Presence, Personalized Service
As a family-oriented company deeply rooted in our community, we treat your home or business like it’s our own. We’re not a faceless corporation — we’re your neighbors, and we stand behind our work long term.
At Fire Mountain Solar, we:
- Believe in always doing the right thing just because it’s right.
- Commit to doing everything we do in a thorough and responsible way.
- Know it is a privilege and honor to be selected to assist our clients in fulfilling their specific power system goals.
- Feel that serving and caring for our clients and our community is our real calling; providing power system solutions is just one of our opportunities to do that.
- Regard authentic trust, mutual respect, and genuine cooperation as fundamental to the personal and professional success of all our team members and our clients.
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