For several years, I had considered going solar, and after thorough research, I finally decided the…read moretiming was right. That's when the real work began. I was very specific about how I wanted my 10 KW system designed--both in scope and budget. I also wanted to work with an installer who was deeply familiar with the incentives available in my area. That criterion alone narrowed down the list significantly. When I began reaching out to various companies, I quickly discovered a frustrating trend: many solar installers were locked into a rigid, one-size-fits-all approach and were unable (or unwilling) to work outside of a limited system design. My project required string inverter build, which further complicated the search. Another challenge I encountered was a general lack of knowledge among some companies' sales teams. Many couldn't confidently discuss critical elements like system components or even the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which is currently in the phase-out period--making it even more urgent for homeowners to act now. After speaking with many companies, I had the good fortune of connecting with Ms. Elena Zenke, owner of Bee Happy Solar. From our first conversation, I knew she was different. She was knowledgeable, flexible, and respectful of both my timeline and payment preferences. She welcomed my involvement in the design process, listened to my needs, and collaborated with me to ensure the system met my vision. Bee Happy Solar is the only company I know of that offers both string inverter and micro inverter solutions, which speaks to their technical versatility. A few months after my installation, I upgraded my home modem and lost connection to my inverter's monitoring system. Elena personally came back to my home and assisted with a support call to the micro inverter manufacturer until the issue was resolved. That level of post-installation service truly solidified my trust in her and her company. The installation crew was professional, efficient, and meticulous in their work. One of the installers even helped me resolve a minor issue with my skylight--completely unrelated to the solar project--and did so at no charge. That act of generosity did not go unnoticed. Post-installation, Ms. Zenke continued to go above and beyond. She assisted in completing additional paperwork for incentives such as the Baltimore County Property Tax Credit and the Maryland Solar Access Grant. In summary, Bee Happy Solar exceeded my expectations at every stage--design, installation, follow-up, and incentive processing. I would enthusiastically recommend them to anyone considering solar, especially if you're looking for a customized approach backed by exceptional service and expertise.

Bee Happy solar not only did a great job getting my solar panels installed, they also managed to do…read moreit before the federal rebate ran out with very limited time. The owner, Elena, was very professional, always helpful when we called with questions, and A pleasure to work with. The experience was great and I'm loving my $8 electricity bills (basically the connection to the grid fee)

Edge Energy has redeemed themselves in my estimation! Caught in the throes of the bankruptcy of…read moretheir major supplier, Sol Systems, they have risen back to the top of my preference list. It did take some time for them to respond to my numerous requests, but the result was that they showed that my initial trust in them was warranted. I will continue to do business with them, AND recommend them to anyone seeking a solar energy vendor, as well as anyone seeking to improve their home's energy efficiency.

Didn't love our experience because we paid $100 for an EmPOWER project, had a challenge getting it…read morescheduled, ended up looking at our house and basically bailing/ghosting with no useful proposal, no clear path forward, and little/no follow-up. So I'm not totally sure what we got for the $100. Basically, seemed nice enough to deal with when we were interacting, but didn't get us to a win-win.

If you work full time and have a family, I would definitely recommend Celestial Solar…read more Choosing Celestial Solar has been one of the best decisions that we have made so far for our new home. As a family of 4 with 2 full-time working parents and 2 babies under two, Celestial Solar's support was nothing short of amazing for us. Jim and team are a good mix of professional and knowledgeable, and have been (and still are) genuinely nice to me and my family. They understand the complex nature of adding solar panels to your home and provide accurate estimates, recommend the best tech for your situation, walk you through the entire process, and have an awesome installation team who were efficient and installed everything without any hiccups. The extra support they also provide by completing permit paper work and communication on your behalf, mixed with the professional, yet fun, installation workers that my kids really liked, made this experience great for me and my family. We are now a few months into running our system and we have been overproducing energy, while Jim and team still keep in contact to make sure that everything is running smoothly.

Very easy to work with, Jim (the owner) was very easy to work with and plan with. Answered all of…read moreour questions and was very prompt with responses whenever a new one popped up. Gave us honest opinions on panel quality, recommendations, and laid out work expectations given their experiences working with the utilities. Installation was completed across 2 days due to the # of panels, they were very courteous, prompt, and efficient in getting the work done. We didn't have to hound Pepco or do anything additional, Jim handled it all for us. Our production for March 2026 was 1.3 MWh, electric bill was $8.94 (for cost of connecting to the grid). If you are considering solar, definitely give Celestial a call!

Had a great experience with Circa Energy. My system was up and running super quick! They exceeded…read moremy expectations in every way and beat the prices of all the other companies I contacted. Highly recommend!

If you are considering going solar, this is the company. CIRCA. Our experience with this company…read morewas stellar from the start. But it did not stop at the presentation. When it was time to install our solar panels. The weather was chilly, overcast, and rainy. But the guys were fantastic. They made me even more secure with my choice in selecting this company. When you are ready to go solar. CIRCA is the only company you will need. V.Powell

I had a frustrating initial problem when I added additional panels on my detached garage. The…read moresalesman was rude and difficult (more a main character syndrome). OTH the tech department gave the effort their best and the panels are now working well together and properly. I'd work with service dept. any time.

Solar Energy World continues to provide the worst customer service I have ever experienced. My wife…read moreand I met with their sales agent Brian Spinazzola in August 2025, and we were promised that if we signed a contract within 48 hours the panels would be installed on our roof by the end of the year to qualify for the expiring tax credits. During the meeting Brian showed us various spreadsheets calculating the energy savings that panels would provide. I asked him to send me those spreadsheets for my own review, which he promised to do but never did. We nonetheless signed the contract, paid our deposit, and waited for installation. On December 8 I requested a scheduling update since it seemed increasingly unlikely that Solar Energy World would complete the project by the end of year, as promised. Brian did not respond. I emailed again on Dec. 8, Dec. 16, Dec. 31, and Jan. 3--while also calling several times--but Brian and the rest of the company ignored me. After I filed complaints with Better Business Bureau and Maryland Attorney General, they finally called and offered to complete the project at a discount to make up for the expired tax credit. Installation was completed this spring. On September 2, the panels stopped working. I emailed Brian, and he promised to submit a service ticket. Several weeks went by, and I didn't hear anything from the service team. I reached out to Brian on Sept. 24, Oct. 2, and Oct. 5 requesting an update, but once again I receive no response. If you buy solar panels from Solar Energy World, you will be ignored the second you hand over your deposit payment. They will not answer your questions. They will not perform the work you contracted for. They will leave you with missing or broken panels on your roof for months while you try anything and everything to get in touch with them. If you expect even a minimal amount of competence and professionalism when you sign a contract costing thousands of dollars, stay away from Solar Energy World and Brian Spinazzola.

Homer has done several electrical panel projects for us including a heavy-up to 400amps. He also…read morehas installed an EV charger and several 220 outlets. Homer is very conscientious, polite and friendly and most importantly a highly skilled electrician. I highly recommend him for any electrical work.

From the owner: Small minority owned electrical business, with close to two decades of experience in the electrical…read morefield, namely Commercial, Residential, Industrial and Solar Installation & other services.

Excellent Roofing Company -- Highly Recommend! I could not…read morebe happier with the outstanding job Ramon and his team did on our roof. From beginning to end, the entire experience was excellent. They were on schedule, on budget, and there were no surprise or extra charges. Ramon, our sales representative/project manager, was professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. His crew showed up on time, worked hard all day, and clearly took pride in their work. The finished roof looks fantastic. Just as impressive was how carefully the crew cleaned up afterward. They left our property absolutely immaculate, with no debris or mess left behind. I received five different estimates, and their price was more competitive than the others while still providing excellent quality, workmanship, and service. This was truly a 5-star experience from start to finish. If you are looking for a roofing company that is dependable, professional, fairly priced, and delivers excellent results, I highly recommend Roman and his team! Frank August 2026

My wife and I had been agonizing over what to do with our roof: continue maintaining the old slate…read moreyear after year or replace it with a new asphalt roof. Whenever we consulted Ryan at AC Matthews, Roofing & Exteriors, he responded promptly and provided thorough, thoughtful explanations of the pros and cons of both options. We obtained four or five estimates from different companies for both slate work and asphalt replacement, and AC Matthews was also more reasonably priced than its competitors. In the end, we decided to replace the roof--and we are very glad we did. Ryan and his team were professional and courteous throughout the entire process, and they did a phenomenal job. Thanks to the new passive ventilation in our attic, the temperature on the second floor is now much more comfortable during hot weather. This has reduced the strain on our air-conditioning system and allowed us to sleep much better. We would highly recommend Ryan and the team at AC Matthews, Roofing & Exteriors to anyone who needs a new roof--or simply trustworthy advice about what to do with their existing one.

Working with these guys was easy, they went through all the options for our house and going solar…read moreso we could figure out which option made the most sense. There was no pressure so we could decide at our pace and they even helped us get a deal on a new roof at the same time. Have already referred friends to them and would use them again in the future.

From the owner: Maryland State Solar provides both solar power systems and energy efficiency solutions for…read moreresidential and commercials clients. Our installation team has completed almost 5,000 solar installations in Maryland so we have the experience to take care of your home. We set ourselves apart from the competition by designing and installing our systems to look and perform better than our competitors. This means using high efficiency black on black panels with NO white lines, running conduit through your attic instead of across your roof and placing all junction boxes inside your attic so they aren't an eyesore. For examples of what our completed jobs look like please check out our photos uploaded here and compare the photos of our jobs to other companies work you see in your neighborhood. We are proud to deliver this level of quality while keeping our prices very competitive with other companies whose systems don't look or perform as well. For more details on what a system will look like on your home and for a comprehensive quote please contact us today.