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SunCommon

4.63 162 reviews Solar installer in Kingston, NY
  • Installing since 2002
  • 2 areas served

Overview of SunCommon

SunCommon believes that everyone has the right to a healthy environment and a brighter future, and renewable energy is where that starts! Energy from the sun can power our lives and help build vibrant communities. Our mission is to tear down barriers to clean energy and use our business as a force for good.

What SunCommon customers say

4.63

162 reviews

Trtinkerer

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2021

Very Professional, I highly recommend

I had a solar system installed this year by SunCommon. The sales, installation, and follow up has been very professional. I highly recommend them.

Response from SunCommon

Thank you recommending SunCommon! We're so happy to hear that you had a nice experience with our team!

Sandor

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2021

a great experience

thank you Lindsay, Andres, Sam and the rest of the crew at SunCommon for getting our system designed, installed and running. it was truly a great experience from start to finish. our system has been up and running for a few months now and we're very happy that we made the decision to work with SunCommon to get our home solarized :)

Response from SunCommon

Sandor, thank you so much for your terrific review! We're thrilled to hear that Lindsay, Andres, Sam and the rest of the team made the process so seamless! We appreciate you trusting us with your business.

Dennis and Carole

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2021

Really good experience

We got solar panels from previous company years ago and just had a Teslawall installed. Communication was excellent. They accommodated some family needs that came up during the process with ease and grace. They are efficient and also pleasant and fun. Recommend them unreservedly.

Response from SunCommon

Dennis & Carole, thank you so much for recommending SunCommon! Supporting your family during this time was the least we could do. It was a pleasure working with you. May there be lots of sunshine in your future!

Cate B

Reviewed on May 12, 2021

Top of the line professionalism

I interviewed several companies before choosing SunCommon. It didn't hurt that it's a Vermont company and I live in Vermont. It's a big purchase, and I was nervous that I'd get the 'big sell" and then it would all be a fight from there. Couldn't be farther from the truth. From day one, I have access to all members of the team, in a timely, professional and friendly manner. They have made a misstep or two, but have ALWAYS owned their responsibilities and made things right. Yesterday, my panels were finally installed and the team lead, Ryan Molyneaux was the epitome of professionalism. When a misunderstanding arose, he handled it promptly and professionally and I was more than satisfied with the outcome. He took time the explain things to me in a way I could grasp (electricity is not my forte), and expanded on things when I didn't even know what questions to ask. I was so impressed and grateful for his guidance of his team throughout the day. The system will be turned on within a week or two and I look forward to really engaging with the use of my solar panels. SunCommon, you have made this expensive endeavor a real pleasure and I'm so grateful that I chose to work with you.

SMm

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2021

Great team, competent and flexible.

Everyone at SunCommon is very helpful, professional and kind. Our installation was somewhat complicated as the panels are far from the house but they dealt with all the details in a very positive way.

Michael P Schaal

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2021

Very high regard for Sun Common and all of the personnel whom I.

Referred by a friend.

Solar Dave

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2021

Best solar company!

SunCommon is by far the best company to go solar with! We went with them for my solar panels and could not be happier. The service this company gives is above and beyond any other out there! Additional note. I strongly suggest that you pair your solar with the Tesla power wall. Makes a really great addition to saving power for outages!

Satisfied customer

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2021

Three years with solar

I have been with this company for three years. I just reviewed the original estimates the gave me with my three years of bills. The estimates were right on target. The company has been a pleasure to work with. My questions are always respected and answered. The staff are knowledgeable, caring and enjoyable to work with. I am a big fan!

Ashley Kolesnik

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2021

Great service!

SunCommon has been helpful, informative, and easy to work with since we scheduled our first consultation. They made the process of going solar so easy! They were always there to answer any questions we had along the way. I highly recommend SunCommon for your solar needs!

Mat

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2021

Exceptional!

We recently had a SunCommon solar canopy installed as our carport - we originally inquired with SunCommon because the solar canopy looked great and was just what we were looking for, and we couldn't be happier with our decision to work with SunCommon. The solar canopy itself so impressive—the frame and joinery is beautiful—and every step of the way, the SunCommon team were very responsive, proactive, professional, and friendly. The entire soup-to-nuts offering took care of every detail, including admin like permitting, interconnection, NYS incentives etc., making the whole process so smooth and easy. I highly recommend!

Dan R

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2021

Excellent Experience

We knew SunCommon through recommendation and reputation as Vermont’s go-to company for solar. It was our goal to go solar in 2020 and Jason and the team helped us make it happen. We felt extremely well informed, were pleased with the entire process and have been thrilled with the results. Really glad we went solar with SunCommon and would highly recommend them.

ryost

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2020

Great Experience

We found SunCommon through Tesla. We wanted to have battery back up at our home and Tesla listed SunCommon as an approved installer. We also decided to go with solar panels on the house. Everyone we talked with at SunCommon was professional and very knowledgeable. They walked me through all aspects of the project including regulations, permitting etc. They delivered the project exactly on time and we actually got the battery backup faster than we expected. No doubt we would go with them again.

Lisa B

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2020

Making clean energy more accessible through community solar

When I found out SunCommon had spots available in their Community Solar Array (CSA), I instantly knew this was the solar option for me. Living in an apartment, and not having ownership over my roof or property, I thought there was little I could do to transition my home to clean, renewable energy. SunCommon helped me to understand how I could earn credits on my electric bill through participation in a local CSA. Their sales team made it simple and easy to sign up, and their customer support team was quick to answer any questions along the way. It felt great to know that as an individual living in an apartment, I could still lower my carbon footprint and contribute to a healthier planet.

Response from SunCommon

Thanks for the kind words, Lisa. We appreciate you and your commitment to building a brighter future for our corner of the world!

Michele

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2020

Excellent Customer Service, Excellent Product!

Working with SunCommon has been an amazing experience. Everyone was so patient and kind. They all worked tirelessly with me to educate me about different solar options, installations, payment methods and even financing. I always felt like they were looking out for my best interest. I especially love that it is a local company and not a huge national chain that employs local people and makes me feel like part of the community rather than a nameless customer. Thank you SunCommon for helping me go GREEN!

Response from SunCommon

Thanks so much, Michele! We appreciate the kind words, and here's to many sunny days ahead!

Hunter Family

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2020

Easy Sign Up! Great Communication!

We joined the SunCommon Red Hook Community Solar Array last summer, before the array had even been built. We were so excited to be part of a local community project that was doing so much good for the planet. It was such an easy process to join - we were able to sign up online, and then a sales person reached out to see if I had any questions. I did have a few questions and they were very patient and knowledgeable. Throughout the construction phase SunCommon would send us emails every few weeks with photos and updates - it was really cool to watch it come to life. When the array was finally turned on, they invited us (and all the other customers) to the ribbon cutting and had a free pancake breakfast after! I was so impressed! You can tell that SunCommon cares about their customers and their community. Highly recommend! 

Beware of Terrible Service after

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2020

Beware of Terrible Service after System is Installed

When your solar system goes down, will SunCommon be there for you with responsive service to get you back up and running? My experience says no. My pricey 40 panel system went down and I have been trying for the past 14 days to get SunCommon to send a service technician. Communication has been terrible and I still do not have a date/time for a technician service visit. I guess the technicians are being sent out to install new systems rather than service existing customers. How will you feel about your big investment in solar if you can't generate any power during a peak period? Pick a solar company that cares as much about customers after the sale as before. SunCommon has not been that company for me.

Response from SunCommon

We appreciate your feedback as we continuously work to improve and uphold high standards of service given COVID-19 business impacts and restrictions. Despite staff reductions, we've launched a new remote phone system and service scheduling platform, and perhaps most importantly, we hope to continue to do better by our customers. I'm happy to report that a technician visited your home today and we'll continue to work with you to ensure the issue you're experiencing is resolved to your satisfaction.

Rob

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2019

Scammers full of lies

They talked my exwife into a lease from one there solar fields they own. They looked at her use and gave her a quote of 165 a month she bit, now she gets a bill from gmp of 180 to 200 a month and a bill from suncommon for 165 because her leased pannels produce a whole 20kw and she uses 180 wow what a deal. They lied and said her system would produce more than she uses and she would seldom receive a bill from gmp. Never has the pannels come close to her usages. Going to go to legal aid and file a law suite. They prey on the poor and elderly do not use these thiefs.

Response from SunCommon

Hi Rob,<br /><br />Our apologies in the delay of seeing this review. We're very sorry to hear about your experience and we'd love to get you in touch with someone to help resolve this issue. We always want our customers to feel comfortable reaching out if something doesn't seem to be serving them in the way they expected it to. Please give us a call or send us an email: 802-882-8685 or support@suncommon.com

Mike.G

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2018

Excellent Work

I shopped around a lot before signing and this is by far the best team and equipment around. Hudson Solar did top notch work from beginning to end. Every detail was set and carried out with quality and professionalism. They also do a great job of communicating along the way, Our panels are producing as much or more power than they estimated. Couldn't be happier!

17 Ebert Dr

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2018

Excellent

Hudson has been excellent. Save money, save the earth!

TonyFabriz

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2018

760 Gardnertown Rd.

I believe that one's perspective on an issue or event is all about the expectation. If the expectation is met or is close, then your perspective is positive. I believe a better job can be done by sales team and install team to set a more realistic expectation of project timing and completion, along with the various obstacles that can or may occur to alter that. Otherwise, the staff was helpful and courteous, and the install was very professional and clean. I would definitely recommend Hudson Solar.. but I would also advise that a closer analysis of electrical usage data be gathered ahead of time to better estimate the system needed.

BSwift

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2017

Solar expansion

We hired Hudson Solar to add more panels to an existing system on our roof that was meeting about 65% of our annual electricity needs. They designed and installed an expansion that puts us just over 100%. We contacted Hudson Solar first because we knew their sales person from our original purchase from Alteris Solar (who we were very pleased with), and it turns out that several other former Alteris staff work for Hudson now too. In short, they were extremely professional, knowledgeable and personable; the installation crew was very efficient, neat and friendly; and their communication and handling of paperwork was excellent. Best of all, the price dropped by more than 20% from the initial estimate to the final agreement because of a price reduction for SunPower panels. The finished system looks great and requires absolutely no maintenance on our part, and will pay for itself in less than 10 years. I have recommended Hudson Solar to anyone I know who is interested in a solar photovoltaic system.

dad414

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2017

Overall Excellence

From beginning to end, nothing but great service, professionalism and friendliness. Constant contact with what is happening - I was never in the dark. Very clean and orderly. They had a few delays because of weather with the projects before mine, but they kept me informed and started my job. In the middle of it, I went on vacation, which delayed the process, but as soon as we were back, they finished up. They did all the contacting of getting building permit, electrical inspection, etc. I'm EXTREMELY happy to watch my electric meter run backwards!!

ld

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2017

Great local company

Our solar panels were installed 3 months ago and we couldn't be happier with Hudson Solar. Chris helped walk us through the entire process from choosing a system that is a great fit for our family to installation and a few random questions after we were up and running. I highly recommend Hudson Solar and their knowledgable staff.

rguski

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2017

PV Solar in Dutchess County NY

Hudson Solar folks were great to deal and work with at all levels. I am an amateur radio operator (Ham) and needed a PV system that would not interfere electronically with my Ham activities. Hudson Solar worked with me to select a type of system and components that would achieve this goal. I am very pleased with the result. .

Nrelman

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2017

First class job

All the folks I came in contact with were highly professional, polite, and helpful. From the design process through permitting, NYSERDA paperwork etc. to installation Hudson performed 100%. My system is larger than normal (15kW AC that should crank out 20kWh per year) and has 56 ground mount panels in two rows that required quite a bit of installation work: First 16 fifteen foot trenches about 2' wide and a foot deep. Verticals for racks were then mounted in trenches that were filled with concrete. Putting racks together is a precision job. Output from panels connected to garage where the inverters etc. located via a 300' trench, some of which had to be dug through a shale outcrop. Everyone showed up on time and did a hard day of work. While I don't claim to be a PV expert, I know a fair amount, and the price charged was reasonable. All in all, quality people and a quality job.

About SunCommon

2002
Installing since
162
Customer reviews
4.63
Average rating
2
Areas served

What SunCommon does

Services

  • Installation

Where SunCommon works

  • New York
  • Vermont

Where to find SunCommon

Head office

1155 Flatbush Road, Kingston NY, 12401

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