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We also service West Sacramento, El Dorado Hills & Folsom.
Description of Work: New installation of photovoltaic system. Took care of permit and paperwork (with some help, as at that time it was their first project in the area, and every city has slightly different documentation requirements). so far after multiple years no issues. Used micro-inverters for each panel to avoid shadowing on the roof impacting overall energy output. Happy with the work. Like with most contractors had to haunt them a few times to get feedback on schedules, etc. but they got it all done nicely.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000
Kevin F.
10/2014
5.0
solar panels
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This is a great company to do business with. We obtained a bid from two companies and Solar Universe was lower by $6000. Lenny was great to work with and they did what they said! The process was fairly quick and the results were great. The best part was the terrific people in this organization
Description of Work: Installed 32 solar panels with 12 on a ground mount
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Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$29,000
Christopher H.
09/2014
5.0
solar panels
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It was my first time using them. They were cost-effective. I was pretty busy when they did the quote. When they did the quote, they were able to do it virtually. I talked to the person on the phone and we had a meeting on the internet. He walked me through everything and I could ask questions. They did a good work.
Description of Work: I did business with Solar Universe. They did the solar panel installation.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$23,000
Barbara B.
04/2014
5.0
solar panels
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Very quick and professional. Explained details well and there to install at projected date.
Description of Work: Installed 21 solar panels on our roof
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000
Christopher H.
05/2013
5.0
solar panels
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I was interested in solar and got a bid from a competitor and found the price had gone down significantly from what I had looked 3 years or so ago. I reached out to Solar Universe because of their high ratings on angies list. I have gotten quotes on solar on more than one occasion so I don't really need the same attention that folks new to the process need. The first thing that I liked about this company is they offered to meet in person, or virtually. I love the option to meet virtual. They called me on the phone, and via computer I accessed a site where they shared documents and walked me through everything and answered questions. This was a huge time save for me and I was very impressed. They also offered in person for folks that prefer that method but this was right up my alley. I was under time constraints because I wanted to get signed up for a system before the SMUD rebate was cut. They worked with me throughout the process to get me the information I needed so that they could process paperwork before the deadline. I like options. Jon started with the initial quote which was his recommendation based on my energy use (if i remember correctly 22 panels). I wanted to be able to compare against a competitors bid so asked for a 24 panel bid in addition. They were clearly cheaper (by several thousand dollars). Jon put together several more bids for me (even worked during the weekend) before I settled on Aleo panels and enphase inverters. I have to rave about Jon's suggestion about the Enphase inverters. One of the things that was important to me was being able to monitor power production (I wanted to be sure I was getting the power I was supposed to so that problems could be addressed if there were any). I was also concerned with warranty (panels usually have a 25 year or so warranty and inverters are usually 10. The Enphase inverts are very cool. There is actually an individual inverter for each panel. This optimizes production and if one panel fails, or an inverter fails, you can identify the issue. They also have a 25 year warranty which was astonding. I did run into a snag with financing. I don't feel there are a lot of solar friendly products out there. I have average credit (698 credit score) and make a pretty good salary (60-80k). I wasn't only able to qualify for a portion of the loan I wanted and decided to hold off, pay down a couple of cards, and try again. Jon has been very patient, following up on the dates I have requested. I should know soon if I can qualify with my new score later this week. If not, Jon did mention a new program coming to sacramento county in the fall that allows you to tied the solar panels and payments in with property taxes. I'm confident that working with Jon and Solar Universe, I will have solar panels by the end of the year.
Description of Work: Initial meeting to determine needs. several bids on the combinations of panels/equipment that I request. walked through the process for applying for financing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Susan C.
11/2012
5.0
solar panels
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We were very pleased with our purchase and installation of a solar system from Solar Universe. From the salesperson, to the office staff and the installers, there were a lot of people involved and all were professionals who went out of their way to accommodate us. They showed up when the said they would. They kept us in the loop so we knew what was going on with the project. The work was done in a timely manner. The construction site was kept clean of debris - no mess to clean up later. They treated our property the way they would treat their own, down to painting the conduit green along the roof to match our green metal roof and the siding on the barn. When done, they took the time to walk us through what we needed to know about the system.
Description of Work: Installation of Solar Panels and components for a solar electric system.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$25,000
Todd K.
10/2012
5.0
solar panels
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He was a really nice guy. He was not pushy and fully explained everything based on my home. He told me he could cut my electricity in half. However, we did not move forward with the project.
Description of Work: He provided an estimate for solar panels.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Synthia D.
10/2012
5.0
solar panels
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They were excellent. They were professional, timely, and friendly. They did everything really well. They were amazing. I would recommend them to anyone.
Description of Work: They installed solar panels.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000
Synthia D.
10/2012
5.0
solar panels
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They were excellent. They were professional, timely, and friendly. They did everything really well. They were amazing. I would recommend them to anyone.
Description of Work: They installed solar panels.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000
Mike W.
08/2012
5.0
solar panels
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They did a great job!
Description of Work: Solar Universe hooked us up with a leasing company who funded our install of a 22 panel system. The lease is ZERO down, so there was no cost to us. We also locked in our electrical rate for the 20 year term of the lease! PG&E increases their rates more than 6% per year, so our savings increase over the term of the lease. Our cost is $ 126.80 a month--HALF of the electrical cost we have been paying to PG&E!! It was a no brainer for us and Solar Universe is a first class outfit. Solar Universe managed to run the gauntlet of our HOA, the Serrano Nazis, and got the project approved. They even had to move two roof vents to satisify the Nazis! (Their cost, not ours.) Their installers were great. They got the job done in three days! They were neat, clean and respectful at all times. It is wonderful to see the PG&E meter run backwards!!!!!!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$126.8
Stephen H.
08/2012
5.0
solar panels
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were very efficent and detaile in the installation process. Did followup to see that system was working as promised.
Description of Work: This company was marvelous. They came to the homoe and did an estimate and explained the product with great detail. They worked with us even p;roviding incentives of reduced pricing on other lighting needs. The work was done in a timely manner. We have saved hundreds of dollars since installing a solra voltaic system in our home. The company has maintined contact to see that our system is working well.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40,000
Dave S.
08/2012
5.0
solar panels
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After shopping online for products and making sure I understood the technologies and products available, I shopped with several Solar Companies and had onsite quotes provided from two companies. Both companies provided quotes for several designs. Solar Universe was more flexible with the design, products manufactured that I chose, had better pricing by about 15% and convinced me that they would do a professional job. One of my great concerns were the roof penetrations on my concrete tile roof.Being retired, I was able to monitor the quality of the job and it's employees. There were no sub-contractors used. I was pleased with the quality of the work, professionalism of the workers and support staff and the end result. They showed up on time and finished on time. The Office called and coordinated the installation and communications was great. There were no hidden costs. I used the Federal PVWatts website to calculate my output from various design and found it to be very accurate. The design by Solar Universe is meeting the outputs that they said the design would provide.I would recommend this company.
Description of Work: 17 Suntech Poly Crystaline Solar Panels 17 Enphase Micro Inverters Electrical Boxes and Breakers System Installation Write out a description of any special requirements that you may have, have them sign it and use it as a reference. I had no problems, but there is no "Statement of Work" covering specifics. In my case, I wanted the boxes recessed on the outside wall and no outside conduit. I opened the sheet rock in the garage to allow access and patched it when they were through. I also made sure the system could accommodate easy growth. The micro-inverter system only supports 17 panes on a string, so they wired it to accommodate an additional string. I added and additional 6 panels later to the system.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$18,000
Nick T.
08/2012
5.0
solar panels
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Great job?
Description of Work: Installation and setup went smoothly.
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FAQ
Solar Universe-Sacremento is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Solar Universe-Sacremento accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Financing Available,PayPal
Yes, Solar Universe-Sacremento offers free project estimates.
Yes, Solar Universe-Sacremento offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Solar Universe-Sacremento does not offer a senior discount.
No, Solar Universe-Sacremento does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Solar Universe-Sacremento offers warranties.
Solar Universe-Sacremento offers the following services: Solar panels.