Everything Solar

Outstanding. Mike went out of his way to estimate the job including contacting the manufacturer of the panels that were being replaced. His depth of knowledge and professional service is testament to his many years of experience in the field. I would hire again in a heartbeat.

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One of the panels on my roof sprung leaks! Mr. Salazar came and gave me options. I chose to have the one panel by-passed. He did that and then repaired my solar control panel and installed some new parts. He was extremely professional and competent.

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I was looking for a solar electric system installer in the Orlando so that I can put to good use all the great sun we have here in Florida and at the same time do something good for the environment and my wallet.  I met with 5 different companies who gave me their estimate for the job.  Their price was very similar but only Everything Solar and their representative Elisa went out of their way to explain everything to me in great detail from tax incentives to possible locations for the panels, so I decided to go with them.  So far this is the best investment I have made in my home and my future.  I ended up installing a 7 Kw system and my bill went down to almost zero!  It is so cool to see the electric meter running in reverse.  I went with the black frame panels and they blend in perfectly with my roof.  The final step was done by Brad, who showed me how to monitor the system from my computer and an app for my phone.   I am very happy with the system.

Everything was installed and working well.  No problems with any of the work.  Would recommend this company for any similar work.

We didn't wait very long. It was a week or two. They were fine.

The initial job wasn't a terrible experience. The panels were taken down, and I was informed that one of them is leaking, and all the pipes have to be replaced. Not entirely unexpected. After the reroof had been completed, the panels were reinstalled. A day later, we've discovered water gushing from one of the connections -- at which point the vendor was called back and taken care of the issue. Unpleasant, and worrisome that this couldn't be tested and/or done well initially, but oh well.
The actual problems begin 11 months later. We've discovered a serious leak in one of the other pipes on the roof, as well as a possible (still unconfirmed) leak in one of the panels. At this point, we've attempted to procure a warranty repair, since our anticipation was that the labor would be covered at least, as per industry standard, for a year.
Initially, I've called the service number, and was informed that to have this approved as a warranty repair, I'd need to communicate with service manager, Elisa Fernandez. I sent her an email on Friday, 10/9/2015. The email contained description of the situation, as well as all the relevant photos.
When by Monday morning, 10/12/2015 I haven't heard back, I called the service number again. I was told Elisa will call me back. She did not. So I called again on Tuesday. I was told they've left a message with Elisa, but there was no way to call her directly. Tuesday comes and goes, no call. On Wednesday, one of the employees gives me Elisa's cell phone number. I call her and -- you guessed it -- leave a message. Half an hour later she calls me back (mind you, it is 5 days since I've sent the original email). She's apologetic, but has zero context and isn't aware of the email that's been sent 5 days prior.
Elisa then proceeds to inform me, that for installs such as this, their warranty is only 30 days (really?!) and that I'd be responsible at least for service call fee of $110. To which I agree (wouldn't you? the pump had been off for 5 days by now), and she says she'll schedule a service call, and call me back.
This was Wed morning. I'm writing this review at 1AM on Saturday. I still haven't heard back -- even after leaving two voice messages on Friday. It has been 8 days, and at this point I'll have to call another vendor to deal with this problem, hopefully someone who is more professional, can provide better quality of work, and stand behind it when there is a problem.

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So far so good, the guys did a great job. Elisa was great and helpful. I'm getting everything done with these guys. Solar, Pool heater, AC, Water heater, etc...
Not the cheapest, but you can't have cheapest and best at the same time.

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Solar Direct took care of all of the details and performed the work efficiently and on time.  

They did an excellent job. Worked well with roofer and met all timetables. Solar system works better now than it did before.

Gaby was my technician and I found him to be professional, knowledgable and friendly. He explained things without being too complicated or condescending. He has a plumbing background and was able to find a leak in my circulation pump as well. I have a new solar company.

They didn't show up the first appointment. Gave me some excuse about their employee not coming to work and had to reschedule to another time. We rely on hot water from our solar panel so it was very much an inconvenience for us. Not to mention, the price just to put the solar panel back on was ridiculously high. I don't recommend.

If you choose to go with them, make sure you go up on the roof after the install, take pictures of the work, and then have a roofer verify they installed correctly if you are not roof savvy.  I did.  They guy who helped me after the install (not from Everything Solar) said they were installed poorly and they drilled holes right through my shingles and didn't seal everything up properly.  And so I said it looks like my roof will leak and sure as heck, the next rain my roof started leaking. 
So I took photos, sent them in the ES operations and they helped out in getting things repaired.  It took 3 visits and 7 scheduled appointments to get it done.  Yes 7 (this includes the actual visits).  Meaning, the "repair guy" would set a time that we both agreed upon but would not show or was busy or something happened.  So their method to fix it was to put roof cement on everything all around it.  My dry wall they gave me Killz and got a matching paint sample on my roof so that was nice.  Not take it out and reinstall it but cement everything.  I don't know how long that will last but it seems to be working for now though we have been without rain for a month now.
I'll keep you posted and provide updates as we go but it took a lot of time to get these things done to include having to threaten getting a roofing contractor out to fix their install issues and then sending ES the bill. 
Not saying Brad or the team wasn't good but my experience must have been a fluke or something.  Any case, I don't think I'll be using them.
P.S.  They said they would help me fill out the tax forms for the energy stuff done to the house to include or mostly with the attic fans and then I can add stuff to the form.  When I called and asked for help (after Brad showed me the form on the sales pitch) they basically said in a nut shell, here is the form nomenclature, here is where you can get it, have a nice day.  Again, expectation management.  I guess that is what people "helping" these days so now when I shop around I'll know what to ask for. 
Nice guys but I'll be taking my money elsewhere next time.  Who knows, I may come back but I think my personal experience warrants a visit some place else for a try (for me that is).

It went well, but we are waiting for next year to have the work done.

We actually called frantic around 730 PM the night before. We had to have a solar panel company and had no idea what to do. We found Everything Solar with solid reviews all around yelp and here on Angies list.

They came out with very short notice (next day), squeezed us in and provided us the repairs and the documentation to insure we could close on our house.

Very easy to work with, very supportive and very reasonable considering to us it was an emergency!!

Thanks so much, we will use them for all our future work!

Brad and his sales person Pete were great. We found them at the Orlando home show in 2013 and setup a consultation. Pete came out to give us an estimate and put a package together to maximize efficiency and tax credits and rebates. Pete came out a few times to answer questions and follow up. He was persistent and offered us exclusive deals. We had a few projects in mind to upgrade the house and after much deliberation with my wife and I we decided to make the upgrade with Everything Solar. It's been about 7 months and everything g has been going great. Our electric bill has never been under $100 and we've had 3 months so far that's it's been under $100. The temperature and humidity in the home has never been so great and we are definitely loving the investment and noticeable difference. We would do it all over again with Everything Solar. Thanks again Pete and Brad!

This was a great experience. The rep came out (I think he might have been the owner of the company) and gave us a full description of the system and our options. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. He also gave us a few discounts that we didn't even ask for.
A short while later, the rep and his workers came back and installed the system. The installation was completed in just about one day and is still working well. The rep walked through how the control panel worked and various other important details. He also gave us an approximate quote on a future photovoltaic solar system.
Overall, this was a great experience with a great company. We strongly recommend Everything Solar to others!

Everything went well from the initial consultation to the installation. David with Everything Solar was very professional and took time to explain everything (pro's & con's) of installing a solar attic fan as well as other solutions. He was very patient and respectful in terms of providing us with the information and allowing us time to do our research and make a decision without feeling pressured. David also provided us with information on a solar water heater as well as a full PV system.

I had previously (11/20/2013) called Central Florida Solar to conduct a maintenance inspection of my solar panel system for my pool.  One of the tubes to a sensor had developed a leak which I had tried to repair a couple of times, but unsuccessfully.  So I hoped Central Florida Solar's tech would be willing to repair the leak when he came to do the inspection.  He initially said he would, but by the end of his brief time here, not only changed his mind, but said that our whole controller system would need to be replaced and gave us an estimate for $725 to do the job.
I held off doing anything further until April, when I subscribed to Angie's List and called some of the A-rated solar panel service providers for estimates.  I asked each one to give me an estimate on the purchase and installation of the same controller package that Central Florida Solar had recommended.  I did not play one against the other.  Everything Solar offered the same package, installed, for $485.  I set up the appointment.
When the Everything Solar techs arrived and inspected my system, they not only repaired my leaky tube right up front, but completely checked my system out and told me that, yes, it was older and parts were no longer readily available for it, but it was fully functional.  Now that's integrity!
Then, I asked them what would be involved in removing my automatic controller kit and going completely manual.  They indicated it would take a bit of replumbing and gave me a ballpark estimate.  I scheduled a time for them to come and do the work.  They charged me $110 for the service call, which would be applicable to the work they would do upon their return.  However, the field manager subsequently called me and told me that they regretted to inform me that the work I wanted done was outside their normal business parameters, and they would be refunding the $110 I had paid them for the service call.  Within two days I had the check.  Wow!--That is truly amazing!  These guys really care about their integrity and about customer service!   Truly exceptional!