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)

I had a great experience with Lumina Solar when one of the inverters for my solar panels on the…read moreroof needed to be replaced. Their team was very responsive, scheduled the service quickly, and the crew showed up right on time. The replacement went smoothly and was completed much faster than I expected. The technicians were professional, efficient, and respectful of my property. I also have their SolarInsure 30-year warranty, which I highly recommend to anyone installing solar with them. Because of that coverage, the inverter replacement was fully covered and I didn't have to pay anything out of pocket. It made the whole process completely stress-free. Really appreciate the prompt service and hassle-free support--highly recommend Lumina Solar!

AVOID AT ALL COSTS - I am a real-estate investor and multiple homes owner, and all of the…read moreproperties I work with have solar panels. I am not new to the process, experience, or services rendered when it comes to solar panels. Working with this company has been the worst experience I have had to deal with, ever. They don't understand basic transactions with the electric company; they don't know how to smoothly transfer ownership from one party to another during a sales process; and to top it all off, they work extremely slow and are horrible with communication with their customers leaving you wondering if you are just stuck out of luck because they are "ghosting" you. Please, before deciding to work with them reach out to me and learn about my experience with them compared to other solar companies in the DMV area. I will be happy to take the time to save others from this headache.

My Aunt had been considering solar for a while. She didn't trust the people who had gone to her…read morehome talking about Solar. Terry happened to meet my Aunt a few days ago. She absolutely loved that he did not pressure her. Terry took his time explaining the solar process, reviewed the contract and answered all of her questions. She apologized for the extra time she kept him, but felt completely comfortable and trusting of him to move forward. Thanks for the consistent follow up.

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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

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.

Updating my review for two reasons: 1) it's clear that leadership at the company is focused on…read morecustomer satisfaction and improvement now since they recently reached out to discuss my experience and they worked to make it right. So my guess would be that if someone did a job now, they would make sure the customer was happy (versus ghosting them like in my case in the past); and 2) I have no ongoing complaints about the work. Our house does appear to be better insulated (I.e., energy costs are lower in the summer and winter) and we haven't had any additional leaks or other issues.

I shopped the different solar installers in the area but I liked the system Belmont installed the…read moremost. Mike Weaver was very helpful in designing a system that met my budget and power needs. The whole process took several months but Belmont handled all the paperwork for permits and utility connection while office manager Vicki Lauretta kept me informed of the project status, even answering emails over the weekend. The install itself went very smoothly and the system has been performing great.

I would highly recommend Belmont Solar if you are considering a home solar system. They offer…read morequality work and equipment at a reasonable price. Their staff is professional when engaged with the homeowner during the process. They are not a sales company but rather experts in the area of home solar systems who offer advice and expertise and not pressured sales presentations with questionable incentives.