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Tesla

Tesla acquired SolarCity in 2016 and has solidified its position as the most innovative solar company operating in the United States. Clients can choose between integrated photovoltaic panels or a solar roof, and they can also have a Powerwall installed, which stores unused energy for a later date. The solar roof uses shingles which absorb the power of the sun to run a property. Customers can choose from several different designs to match the aesthetics of their property, including tuscan, textured black, smooth black, and slate.

The company provides a broad range of services, including property evaluation to determine solar viability. Qualified employees install the entire system, can assist with permitting, and will monitor the initial powering to check for problems.

Interested individuals can contact Tesla for quotes to determine the cost of services.

Sunrun

The firm responded to a growing popular demande for solar power and continues to innovate and use some of the latest technology in the industry. Over 10 years, Sunrun has served over 180,000 residential and commercial properties throughout the United States, including in locations like New York City. It serves 23 states and created over 3,000 jobs by hiring and training local qualified individuals.

Sunrun’s technicians offer a variety of services, including custom system design and property evaluation. They can install photovoltaic solar panels as well as the Brightbox battery, which stores unused solar energy to be used at a later date.

The company is known for its many payment plans and financing options. It strives to keep the transition to solar power as minimally invasive as possible and hopes to help clients save money in the long run.

REPOWER America

The firm partners hires and trains qualified local technicians to serve each region where REPOWER America has a provider to provide trusted employees and stimulate the local economy. Some of the available services from the company include custom system design and installation, assistance with permitting, and property evaluation to see if there is enough sunlight for solar power. They will also inspect the roof to see if it is in good enough condition for new equipment installation.

REPOWER America offers free quotes to potential customers which will include the cost of labor and equipment. The firm offers over 20 financing options to ensure that almost every client can afford the transition to renewable, environmentally friendly energy.

Vivint

The firm serves commercial and residential properties and ensures that each is thoroughly inspected to ensure there is enough access to sunlight to make solar power a viable alternative to traditional mediums. Vivint opened in 2011 and offers several different services, including custom system design and full equipment installation.

The company takes pride in its customer service and has won numerous awards like the 2013 People’s Choice Stevie Award for Favorite Customer Service Provider and Silver Stevie Award for Customer Service Department of the Year. Technicians are additionally available during every step of the transition to solar power to answer questions and assist with permitting.

In 2012, the Blackstone Group acquired Vivint and continued to improve its reputation for providing high-quality systems.

SunPower by EmPower Solar

The firm is a certified SunPower provider and thus offers equipment like photovoltaic solar panels designed to take up less space than traditional models while producing the same amount of energy. Their trained technicians can also install panels with little to no visible mounting equipment to give each system a seamless look.

Some other available services from SunPower by EmPower Solar include property evaluation, custom system design, help with permitting and paperwork, and the initial powering and monitoring of the system.

The company operates in a wide service area that includes New York City and the surrounding region.

Momentum Solar

Momentum Solar opened in 2009 and serves commercial and residential properties by customizing systems and installing photovoltaic solar panels designed to last for decades. The company emphasizes the importance of efficiency and provides equipment which is affordable while still being of high quality and the latest technology.

Some of the additional services from the firm are items like property and roof evaluation, assistance with permitting, and the initial monitoring and inspection of a complete system. Employees can also help clients find rebates and tax incentives to make the transition easier on the wallet.