Photovoltaics (PV) is the conversion of light into electricity. I didn't take physics in school but…read moreI did ok in math so let's take a quantitative review on PhotonBrothers (PB). It's important to understand that PB is a installer not a manufacture. Different manufactures have different models. EnergySage.com is great for general research panel efficiency: SunPower: 22.8% LG: 22% REC: 21.7% PB is a certified installer for REC group a Norwegian company that started in 1996. My specific solar panel model number is REC355AA (alpha series with HeteroJunction HJT cell technology (RECgroup.com) My system: 14 REC x 350 watt panels producing 4,900 (4.9 kW) total solar power. To put this number in perspective, a typical 3 ton central A/C system consumes about 3 kW when it's running. Timeline it took about 3 months from initial call to certification. I went though a co-op with city of Denver (SolarUnitedNeighbors.org). Read up on "Net metering" and "Investment Tax credit ITC" renewed 26% for year 2021-2022 Everybody from sales: Krista T. Projector manager: Eric H. And installers: Jerry & Kyle they were all competent in their lane of work. They all praised their management and liked the company culture. Solar can be purchased with cash or financed with a 20-year loan just like purchasing a car or appliance. It's an investment for your house and your money saving won't break even until around year 10. Loan payment will be around $80-150 per month depending on the kW size of your system. Your electric bill will be significantly reduced to nothing but you still have to pay the $6 monthly service fee plus your Natural Gas utility bill. Most panels will have a 25 year warranty but the biggest difference is Tesla SC330 panels only guarantee Output of 80% efficiency at the end of term. REC355AA panels guarantee is at 92% efficiency. YMWV

My experience with Photon Brothers has been nothing short of infuriating. I want to be absolutely…read moreclear so nothing gets lost: the communication, customer service, and basic professionalism I received were shockingly poor, and I deeply regret choosing this company. Photon Brothers wasted 6 months of my time and cost me roughly $17,000 due to their negligence. I repeat, DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CHOOSE PHOTON BROTHERS. There are many solar companies out there, take your business elsewhere!! This is a company that puts customer service LAST and will throw you under the bus and leave you hanging the when issues arise and they need to do something that inconveniences them or impacts their bottom line despite contracts, written and verbal promises and basic honorable/professional business norms. Our family moved into our new home in June and immediately began comparing solar proposals. I ultimately chose Photon because Sam Johnson (senior sales rep) appeared knowledgeable. I was explicit with Sam about the type of roof and shingle I had--I even sent him the official documentation from the roofing company detailing the type of roof and shingle. He assured me multiple times that Photon could handle it and told me he had built extra labor costs into the contract for exactly that reason. We signed a contract and approved financing. Then came the site visit with the installation supervisor, Drew Perry. I was on the roof with Drew as he inspected everything. He told me directly that the roof was suitable and we were "good to go." Every step of the way, Photon reassured me the system would be installed before year-end so I would receive substantial expiring federal tax credits. Throughout this process, I repeatedly checked in with the project manager, Kaitlyn Martinez. Responses were rare, slow, and unhelpful--but when she did reply, she also confirmed everything was on track for installation before year end. Install day--November 24--was when it all fell apart. Only that morning did the installation team realize they had completely overlooked the shingle type and couldn't install the system, even though I had disclosed this upfront and even though their own supervisor had inspected the roof in person. The install crew told me they messed up and would make it right and still get it done before year end. Kaitlyn (project manager) called--one of the only times she ever did--and assured me there would be no added cost and they would still complete the project by year end, I was reassured again that they would uphold the contract and their promises. That turned out to be untrue. After several incredibly frustrating conversations with Sam and co-owner John Johnson, where I had to constantly call them for updates, I was finally told that Photon would NOT complete the project at all. They openly admitted they made the mistake but refused to honor the contract or their repeated promises because it would cost them more in labor. John specifically told me that--even though the error was entirely on their side--they were not willing to take the financial hit to fix it and I was just out of luck. They refused any sort of compensation for my lost time and money. John initially tried to blame me because I had a difficult roof, then blamed Drew Perry (instillation supervisor), then blamed his Ops team then just told me verbatim "construction is difficult" and I need to understand that, so too bad for me. As a result, I've lost more than six months of time and a ~$17,000 tax credit, all because Photon Brothers failed to do their job, failed to communicate, and then refused to take responsibility for their own mistake. Based on my experience, I would strongly caution anyone considering this company. They overpromise, underdeliver, and when their internal failures come to light, they deflect, delay, and ultimately leave the customer holding the bag. I cannot recommend them under any circumstances.

Reasonable prices. Colman and Todd did fantastic work, with teamwork they figured out the problem,…read moregot in/out.I recommend the company.five plus stars!!

Matt was able to come out to my house for an inspection and help me get a better understanding of…read morewhy some of my lights flicker. Apparently it's not ghosts He took time to understand where I was seeing some problems and then was able to explain why I may be having some issues. I have both an EV charger and a hot tub on my property and he also gave some guidance on if I'd want to switch to a 220 for faster charging. I really appreciate that he was prompt, clearly able to explain and share what my situation was, and also was a good price. Plus my dog liked him. Overall would highly recommend supporting this small local business!

Photon Brothers was awesome to work with. Kenneth O'Brien was on top of our project from diagnosis…read moreto finished installation. our tech was Mike T and he worked with our schedule to install the new inverter. I highly recommend them to anyone needing a solar system installed or service maintenance.

UPDATE: Well, I did finally get some response from the company. On again, off again communication…read more Two months in, the system still isn't functional. Not getting any clear understanding of the problem or solution. Beginning to look like a rather expensive failure. On the positive side, I will say that the crews are very polite.

The initial sales visit was professional, and thorough without wasting time. The visit to add…read morespray insulation into my exterior walls was great. The team ran into some problems that were outside of their control and handled them extremely well. The spray makes a mess but they covered beforehand, and then cleaned up very well afterwards. Re cost, I obtained seven estimates. Only two came in cheaper, and I those estimators did not leave me with a good level of confidence that they would have quality work.

Absolutely horrible customer service and a very disappointing experience…read more During an energy audit, my hardwood floor was damaged. I also discovered that the technician moved my security camera from the window to a table without asking. This was captured on my security footage. When I raised these concerns with management, I felt they were dismissed. The manager told me he believed the technician's account over mine despite the video I provided. I also informed him that I intended to leave an online review. During our conversation, he responded by saying, "I'll sue you for defamation." And, " I can't wait to see everyone on Reddit laugh at you" That response made me question whether customers feel comfortable leaving honest negative reviews after receiving that kind of warning. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this company. I encourage anyone hiring these contractors to have security cameras and to document the condition of their home before and after service. In my opinion, moving a customer's security camera without permission is a serious security concern. Xcel's website has a list of companies you should use I'll provide a list below. With only 140 reviews on google and 21 on yelp the business has been in business for 17 years he says. Yea a lot of people love your business

I couldn't be happier with the work Sandhill Solar did for me. The crew was very knowledgeable and…read moreconscientious about the big stuff (carefully handling the equipment) and little stuff (leaving the worksite clean). There were a few hitches during the project, but Laura quickly sorted them out. She kept me informed about the action she was taking and when I could expect the issues to be resolved. Sandhill Solar is a small company but had no trouble sourcing all the equipment necessary to complete my project, even with all the "supply chain" issues prevalent during Oct/Nov 2021. I can absolutely recommend Sandhill Solar for your solar project.

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Frederick is the real deal - quick responses, very clear explanations of the whole process, and…read morequick to address issues. It took awhile for the system to be installed but the wait was well worth it. Highly recommended, his honestly and professionalism is top notch.

From the owner: At Solar Solution LLC, we don't just install panels and batteries, we build lasting relationships…read morewith our superior service and ability to match competitors prices. From the moment you go solar with us, you’ll receive consistent updates throughout the application, permitting, and installation phases. We stand behind our work with industry-leading warranties and a Production Guarantee to ensure your system performs exactly as promised. Plus, we make the transition seamless: • Full Service: Need a roof replacement or electrical upgrades? We handle it all. • Financial Ease: Enjoy $0 upfront costs and access to PPA options, low-interest financing through top-tier solar lenders. Ready for a brighter future? Message us for a free consultation today!

Extremely professional! So excited to finally have solar…read more Despite the cold weather Steve and the team were able to get us squeezed in!

In January 2024 Colorado Solar Energy installed 14 solar panels on my roof. From the start (coming…read moreto my home to provide an estimate) to finish (my panels connecting to the grid and producing electricity).... everyone who worked for Colorado Solar Energy were professional and efficient. Additionally, Colorado Solar Energy was the only company in the Arkansas River Valley who was willing to install solar panels on my roof which has concrete rounded tiles. I would highly recommend Colorado Solar Energy if you are considering installing solar panels on your roof. Greg (Salida, Colorado)

After competing bids, we elected to use Discovery Clean Energy for our roof solar installation. The…read morebid was competitive, but what really cinched it for us was the professional manner of Jeff quoting and scoping the project. Fully recommend this company for your solar project!

From the owner: Discovery Clean Energy specializes in designing & installing solar, battery and EV charging…read moresolutions, while maximizing available incentives and providing flexible financing options to make projects affordable. Our expertise lies in securing tax credits, grants, and providing tailored financing options to ensure your green energy project becomes a reality.

Writing reviews is a pain in the neck, but sometimes the service is so very good (or, heaven…read moreforbid, so bad) that I just have to add my opinion. Justin (Lotus Electric) is that good. He rates 5+ in all regards. Justin was on time, worked carefully and steadily, did a perfect job (3 Casablanca fans) and for a very reasonable price. I read the other reviews (all 5 star) and I agree with them. I have in mind another electrician job or two, and he's my guy. 100% recommended!

Justin was great when he showed up showed me what I did wrong, he even was able to look at some…read moreother projects that needed to be done and have me a great and reasonable price. Best of all, he gave me an estimated quote before showing up. Would definitely recommend and use again.