Best Solar Panels in United States

Solar City is the best solar company we used. They were incredible from start to finish. They have a great team of professionals that are knowledgeable and friendly. From the first contact to the final installation, Solar City was there with us every step of the way. They answered all of our questions and walked us through the entire process. We are extremely satisfied with the outcome and highly recommend Solar City to anyone interested in going solar.

When I was researching solar companies to hire for my home I found Solar Shark to be the best one out there as far as service , panel quality, craftsmanship, and customer service. I have a busy schedule but they made meeting with them easy and convenient through a comprehensive and step by step virtual presentation. I felt very comfortable with the entire process of understanding how solar works, their product quality, the savings that are enjoyed with solar power, and the fact they had a solid organization I could rely on.

James F
Phoenix

I just renovated my backyard and my landscaper recommended that I get new window screens to protect the expensive turf.  I found  Southwest Sun Screens on Yelp and they were great.  They are extremely punctual and quick.  The screens look great and they cost less than I had expected.  I ended up having them replace all the window screens and the sliding door.

We purchased (vs leased) a fairly large 14.28kW system (51 x 280Watt panels) installed by Argent Solar in the summer of 2015.  We shopped around a LOT, comparing purchase vs lease, installers, panel manufacturers and configuration options (normal string inverters vs the power optimizers).  Argent was up front with us (our rep was Charlie, but he might be retired by now), well-priced and timely in everything they did.  No problems getting it approved by APS & turned on.  Our power production this last 3.5 years has been exactly as forecasted (clouds are the biggest variable, but that averages out over time).
We've been very happy with Argent.

While I know the up-front cost to own your system is scary or undoable for most, it is really the better option in the long run if you can swing it.  If you do lease, make sure to read the fine print.  For example, a lease installation by SolarCity would have saved $ up front, but the price we paid for electricity from the solar panels was automatically going to increase by 3.5% per year.  That's insane!  You go solar to get AWAY from price increases!  3.5%/year over the 20-year lease means you're paying almost DOUBLE by the end.  In countries like Germany that have pushed solar & wind power very hard, the cost of electricity has dropped dramatically, and likely that will happen here, too, once we get enough adoption here down the road.  You don't want to be paying a ton MORE down the road while everyone else is paying LESS.  Neither will people potentially buying your house when you move.  Most leases are a 20-year commitment, regardless of the owner.  The wrong solar lease is a liability, not an asset.

We ended up getting panels that had black metal edges instead of silver/aluminum, so the panels are black-on-black, which looks very sharp!  I did a lot of research on panel manufacturers, to include calling a guy I know in CA that runs a solar install company and settled on SolarWorld panels.  There are plenty of other great options (LG, Sunpower, Kyocera) but SolarWorld had the best cost at the time and we wanted to make sure to stay away from cheap Chinese makes for peace of mind.

We also went with SolarEdge power optimizers & inverter rather than the more normal string inverters.  It's a little more cost up front, but having a power optimizer at each solar panel means each panel will produce as much as it can.  Despite being the exact same panel, the power rating is a minimum, as slight manufacturing differences can enable some panels to produce several % higher.  (Looking at my current totals for the week, my best panel has produced 8.42kWh (kiloWatt hours) and my worst panel only 7.80kWh.  That's almost an 8% difference between best & worst.  The average difference is probably 3-4%.)  For a normal string inverter setup, a bunch of panels are all connected to the same inverter and all panels are limited by the worst performer on the string, so you'd never get that extra production.  If you have a shadow from a tree or something on your panels part of the day, then the panels in the shade are going to limit your production over all.  Is it enough of a difference to make up for the extra cost?  I don't know, probably.  If you have a shade problem, though, I think it DEFINTELY would.

Several of the SolarEdge power optimizers have gone bad during the last 3.5 years.  I'm not sure if I got a bad lot or what.  You have a graphic depiction of your system to monitor via a web page, though, so as soon as you see a "black hole" in your system, you just call your installer and they replace it free of charge.  Those power optimizers come with a 20-year warranty, so SolarEdge ships a replacement part and pays the install charge.  Argent Solar has been great for this, replacing the part within a couple days usually, as they have replacement parts on hand already.

Anyway, I've been thrilled with our setup.  When I first ran the numbers, the payback was going to take just short of 8 years (including the state & federal rebates).  Then APS put through not one, but two, price increases of nearly 8% each, so that shortened my payback period closer to 7 years (due to the extra cost of electricity that I'm NOT paying).  And when you think that the value of my house has surely increased (due to owning the system; not true for a leased system), there's a good chance the system has already completely paid for itself at just 3.5 years.  Your numbers will be different, maybe better or worse, but probably an excellent investment if you're going to stay in your house for even just a few years.

Two years ago, my wife and I purchased a home built in 1985.   The inspection report listed that the insulation was very low but we decided to hold off on adding insulation until other renovation projects were completed.  This year, we decided to get estimates for blown in insulation before summer arrives.   Of the three competitive estimates, we decided to go with Thermo Shield because Nick, the owner, took the time to explain and educate the issues in our attic, which were consistent but more detailed than the other two estimates received.  

Our work consisted of cellulose insulation and having the A/C duct work sealed, including the bathroom exhaust fans.  

Thermo Shield was very prompt when they arrived to conduct the estimate and when they did the work.  They were respectful of our home by protecting our floors from the entrance of the to the attic crawl space.  One major PLUS for me is that the crew is not outsourced and were friendly.  During the prep work, Nick also arrived to lend the crew a hand.   When the crew completed the work, they cleaned the area around the attic entrances, removed the floor protectors and cleaned the driveway, since the equipment is located in the back of the truck.  

It's important to mention that Thermo Shield is an approved contractor with SRP.   As a result of having the seal work completed, we were able to receive an energy rebate from SRP.  Thermo Shield returned a later date to conduct a pressure test of our HVAC system to submit the readings for the rebate.

Days following the install, we received a call from Thermo Shield asking how did the install go and if we have any questions.  

I have nothing but positive feedback on the service we received and wish we had taken care of this sooner.   It's been a couple of months since the insulation.  We went from below R-13 to R-49.  The temperature in the home is consistent; all of the hot/cold spots around the home have been eliminated.  Comparing the week before and after the install, we noticed the HVAC units do not turn on as often!  Both weeks were similar in temperatures.  

I don't wish for another hot summer, like 2020, but I'm confident we'll see a decrease in energy usage going forward.

T & K is the best!  [I had cancelled with another company -- issues at end of review]  I "yelped" for best electricians in Phoenix and picked T & K because of their proximity and great reviews.  THAT WAS A GREAT CHOICE!  They called me; they set up a time; they showed up ON TIME, well-groomed, polite, with a great sense of humor, and the important ability to LISTEN.  I had a list with eight projects.  The answer was always "no problem"  [I love that!!!]  I am thrilled with the quality of work!  I was delighted with the communication and integrity from T & K.  And it was a total pleasure to have T & K to work with me.  They are fair and honest.  I CANNOT SAY ENOUGH GOOD THINGS ABOUT T & K.  

Why I cancelled with the "other guys."  I had a scheduled-in-advance appointment with a company that charges an arm and two legs.  They were to be there about 9:30.  By 11:30 the dispatcher called to say "all our techs are out on jobs.  Walter is your tech.  He is currently re-wiring an entire house, but he'll be there shortly."  I said [in shock!] what do you mean by "shortly" and the dispatcher said, I don't know.  I said, you're the one who said "shortly."  I talked to the supervisor who was defensive.  So I called them back, cancelled the service call, "yelped" and found T & K -- so what the first guys did was a BLESSING to allow me to find THE RIGHT ELECTRICIAN for my job!  I feel like I dodged a bullet and came out the "winner."

Scottsdale Solar came highly recommended from one of our friends. After meeting with a few companies, we followed  our trusted friends recommendation. We were on an averaging plan and paid about $267 per month. Last month my electric bill was $40. It will take a year to truly understand the savings, but thus far, we are certainly pleased. Scottsdale Solar was very efficient and the follow up was excellent. I would definitely recommend this company.

Worked with Brad. They were great. Fixed my roof tiles at a very affordable price and they were even able to do it when I wasn't home, which made it really easy.

This business installed our solar panels 3-4 years ago.  We recently developed a pigeon problem under the panels.  It was a problem we have not been told might occur.  When I called about a solution, I had hoped they would take care of this in-house at no additional cost.  Instead, they handed off the solution to another company.  Too bad for us that we didn't know this could happen.  We could have taken action sooner.
For Sun Valley Solar's failure to communicate during the sales process and their handing the problem off so nonchalantly, I'm giving only a 3-star rating.
Post takeaway:  buyer still beware.

I am grateful to have crossed paths with Aaron at Solar Penny, he is my go-to guy for mobile and off-grid solar. I have referred many people to him and they are thankful for the introduction because he has a wealth of knowledge and information in a field where precision guesswork is the norm. I highly recommend consulting with Aaron before you go anywhere else because he will provide honest feedback and an unparalleled level of support.

Great service from Nick and his company, I literally texted him nextdoor this morning, he responded very fast, and was at my house in 2 hours to fix our AC unit, now it starts and operates much better, much quieter. Thank you very much, wish you and your company all the best...Vince (U.S. Navy (retired))

Fair pricing. Arrived on time. Technician was in and out pretty fast.  Panels look great

We purchased our home in Arizona last year and we weren't considering to purchase solar - as it was an added cost.  But Raymond sat with us more than once to explain the benefits and the rates for purchasing solar. Raymond processes a high level of expertise and you can tell that he loves his job!  He's not only selling you the best product, he's educating as well. If you care about the environment and you want to save money on your electric bill, let Raymond tell you about solar and you too can save!

Cant say enough good things about greg with pgt solar.  I heard multiple times that sunpower was the best pannels but were very expensive.  I got prices from 7 different companies and they were the 2nd lowest next to tesla and tesla using outdated equiptment.  
I had an existing system with tesla and they had no problem working with that system.
Greg always has answered my calls and all of my questions i like it so much that i recommended him to my father-in-law who got his own system

David has been very responsive with service and willing to work around other repairs on our roof for replacement. The system is economical and works very efficiently.  Thank you so much!

I worked with this great group of people recently, and the energy and level of professionalism they bring with them every single day is second to none! They are enthusiastic and don't let any obstacle stop them from delivering anything short of excellence! At Modern City Solar, working hard at understanding the product, service, and industry is not only encouraged, but it is individually sought out and shared between the teams. Communication is strong, motivation is high, and teamwork is essential! Wish them all the best and nothing but success for the company!

Awful customer service.  Haven't yet dealt with anyone at Dumbrun with half a brain. Basic math when it comes to billing issues is non-existent. Run run from Sunrun. Highly do not recommend!

Incredibly high turnover in call center staff. Also, upper management is totally new.  May want to consider other options before signing on with these "fly by night" guys.  The total package is sketchy.  Check your options before meeting and definitely before signing on the dotted line.

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