Longhorn Solar, Inc.
- Installing since 2007
- 1 area served
- Licensed
Overview of Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Longhorn Solar Mission: To make solar accessible to anyone who desires it by providing the best products at the best prices and installation by the most qualified TEAM that exists. We achieve this mission by: 1. Doing extensive research on the products that we provide to give you the peace of mind that you are only seeing products with a Tier 1 rating and have been vetted for bank-ability. Bank-ability is important because a warranty from a company that is out of business is worth nothing. 2. Using our buying power to get the best price for the best production. There are some panels out there that claim to be a better product because of higher efficiency. Higher efficiency does not equal better. It equals more expensive. In the end, higher efficiency means they produce more electricity in a smaller space for a higher price. To make solar more accessible we have chosen slightly lower efficiency for a lower price. 3. Employing the highest trained staff in Texas. Longhorn Solar invests in training at every level. Currently, we employ several team members who hold NABCEP Solar certification in Texas. We are also one of the only companies to provide a 12 week training class for all of our new Account Managers. When you speak to a Longhorn Solar Account Manager, then you can rest assured that we know what we are talking about. We would be honored with the opportunity to provide you with a Solar System quote and then installation.
What Longhorn Solar, Inc. customers say
Alexa
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2016
Great job Longhorn Solar and Logan!
We are so happy with the whole process with Lonnghorn Solar and Logan Bennett. He helped us every step of the way and we are very, very pleased.
Joe Mankin
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2016
Big thanks to Logan and his team
We had researched several local Austin Solar installers before deciding on Longhorn. I'm glad we did, because everything went extremely smooth and their prices just can't be beat. Our account manager, Logan Bennett, was available throughout the entire process and continues to check in on us months past our installation. Longhorn handled everything regarding the City of Austin (including the rebates). It made a huge impact on our power bill through the summer and we're excited to start generating some credit now that we're reached the fall months. So if you're considering adding Solar to your home, definitely make sure to give Longhorn Solar a call. Thanks again! Joe.
Mmmmm
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2016
Highly pleased - thanks Logan and team!
I'm very happy with Longhorn. I got quotes from three contractors and I'm glad I went with them. I found them very professional and knowledgeable. I liked that they weren't pushy, they were there when I had questions and was trying to educate myself. They have a referral discount going as well - feel free to use my name (Madhu) if you need one.
ksokolic
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2016
Recommendation for Longhorn
After doing research for solar on our home here in Mueller, and as part of a multi-neighbor group, we decided on Longhorn Solar. They offered quality equipment at a great price, without over-selling. They handled things with the City of Austin and installed the system in a timely and professional manner. Preston Wilson, our account manager, still calls and checks in on the system. We have had our solar for over a year now and we have been incredibly pleased with how well it has been working!
lstalnaker
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2016
Great Solar Company
I am in a 2 story 2300 sqft 4 2 1/2 with adult children, not too far from you. We had Longhorn Solar come by 2 years ago and give us an estimate for a 4.5 Kwh system. They did the Plan, Submitted the Change to the HOA and got approval, Did the installation and it has reduced our overall electric bill by about 45%. We just had a Checkup and it is working at it's most efficient this summer. Give them a call and they will come out and give you a free estimate. They also have a Company Discount right now and also get all other Tax Breaks and government discounts that are available.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Thanks for the review! Glad to hear you're happy with your purchase. As always, please let us know if you need anything.
Jorge DeLaRosa1
Reviewed on Jul 19, 2016
Instalacion Solar
La instalacion de paneles solares fue en un dia y me trataron muy bien. Me gusto que ay alguien en español que me ayudo.
Rafael Bertot
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2016
Rafael Bertot
Longhorn solar es una compañia de primer nivel me esplicaron Los paso a seguir me ayudaron a buscar el financiamiento fueron Rapido y precisos a la hora Del montaje de Los paneles y su personal de trabajo muy eficiente gracias.
Srlj004
Reviewed on Jun 27, 2016
Go Solar with Longhorn
A great company to do business with. Installation was in one day! Very satisfied with the one day install and follow up services they provide. Longhorn stands behind their product and services.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Thanks for the review! Please let us know if you need anything!
steveS54
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2016
Great and easy install
We collected 3 other estimates for solar installation. There certainly was a lot of information and different opinions on our options. We needed and had the roof space to go net zero plus a little more. 26 panels in all. Bryan and Longhorn was our choice because they were so clear in what we were getting and needing and they also had a couple installs close to our house. After talking to one of those customers who had been with Longhorn for several years, we felt it was the best choice. Since the install and 2 months after wards we have never regretted the choice. Everything is working as advertised and the app telling us daily/hourly of electric output as sooo cool. I would highly recommend Longhorn and give Bryan a call. No pressure at all, it's all on you to make the choice.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
That's a great testimonial. Thanks! Please let us know if you need anything.
ViDe
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2016
Great Solar installer.
I'll keep this concise: -Great people -Easy to work with -Responsive and accountable -Will be there if you ever need them (warranty) -Works with PEC customers -Preston was awesome, non-salesy, no pressure, educates you so you make an educated decision -Quick, clean, professional install -Could have sold me on more expensive panels, but sold me the right solution that fit my needs. -Highly recommend these guys, if anything, get a quote and get educated on solar. They won't force a square peg in a round hole.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
That sums it up. Thanks for the review! Please let us know if you need anything!
Vincent Delbar
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2016
A solid reputable solar installer.
I chose Longhorn Solar after reviewing several solar installers in my area. Longhorn Solar was the only one that was honest about everything. From their opinion on what I needed to continuous follow thru ensuring that everything was being done correctly. Their final install was quick and seamless. The finished job looked great and I was very happy with the outcome. Preston has been amazing to work with. He wasn't there to 'sell' me something. He was there to consult me on my solar endeavour and made sure that I was educated on everything before I made my decision. If you want a no pressure consultation and a solid company to provide you a bid, I'd start with Longhorn Solar, you'll quickly realize that the rest are not as well polished and prepared. Lastly, Longhorn was one of the very few Solar installers that incentivized PEC customers. Can't say no to that.
asilva54
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2016
Thorough, Fast and Informative Experience - AND AFFORDABLE
Working with our account manager Logan Bennett throughout the process, Longhorn Solar proved to be a dependable solar solution. When we decided that our home and family needed solar, we shopped around to several companies. After narrowing it down, Longhorn Solar stood out for several reasons. First, the process of them coming out on their own dime, next day in our case, and look at everything they needed to provide an accurate quote was a huge deal. Competitors in the Austin area provided quotes based on google maps view of our roof and they couldn't see areas on our roof that they had to work around. I don't know if these competitors were trying to save money or cut corners, but their quotes immediately changed when I mentioned the proactive work that Longhorn Solar was providing. Next, everyone tried to sell us huge systems that ballooned the quote no matter what budget and pricing goals our family had in mind. Logan asked me from the beginning what we were trying to do with our bill and worked towards that. Competitors just came with their biggest system or premium panels. Logan configured a system for us that made us cash flow positive from day one and a monthly payment that never came close to our average monthly electric bill for the life of the loan. Finally, we bugged Logan so much and he was at our home within hours of us having a question to help explain things to us, compare quotes and help us understand what we will get with our system. Our system was installed quickly and they were on top of working with the City so our system was turned on as quickly as possible. Ironically, when I was talking about solar at work, my coworker who raved about solar also had gone thru Longhorn Solar and their experience was nearly identical.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
That's awesome. Thanks for taking the time to detail everything out. Please let us know if you need anything.
Basler
Reviewed on Jun 6, 2016
Very efficient
These guys were quick and efficient. Everything installed and set up ahead of schedule.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Great group of people
NicoS
Reviewed on May 17, 2016
Best Customer Service & Best Price
I started shopping around for a Photovoltaic System for my house (in the city of Austin) last August (2015). I asked about ten companies for a proposal. Longhorn Solar had by far the best customer service AND the best proposal. Alex Ruiz (Account Manager) was most helpful with all questions I had and guided me through the process in very professional manner. The system has been running since October (2015) and has been producing as much electricity as Longhorn Solar's proposal had promised (despite many rainy or cloudy days). I am very happy with having chosen Longhorn Solar!
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Thanks Nico. Alex had nothing but praise for you as well. Please let us know if you need anything!
rosse
Reviewed on May 16, 2016
Excellent Service and recieved an excellent system
Bryan serviced my account. I researched and asked a lot of questions. In the end Bryan and team provided me the best fit solution and answered all of my questions. Install was solid work and they worked around some variables to go the extra mile. I got a great system from a great company.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Thanks for the review. Bryan does a great job. Glad to hear we could overcome the obstacles and deliver on your expectations. Please let us know if you need anything.
SolarCost
Reviewed on May 3, 2016
Solar System
Alex Ruiz help me with all the process and explain me everything, all the process they were very professionals.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Thanks for the review. Alex does a great job and we're glad to have him on our team. Please let us know if you need anything.
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2016
happy and satisfied solar user
Alexa Ruiz help me with all of the information that was needed for my final choice company I would use for my solar installation. their numbers were not exaggerated like some other companies. Alex is very helpful and patient when I had to find a company to replace my 20 year old roof. the previous owner did some bad electrical work that I had to do before installation of the solar be completed. here again Alex got his crew to fix my problem, I did not have to pay an electrician for a 3 hour job thanks again Alex. I am very happy with the way I was treated and the system that was put on my home by Longhorn solar company. Bring on the Sun.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Thank for the review. Glad we could help out with the electrical obstacles as well. Please let us know if you need anything.
aPexH
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2016
Excellent
My experience with Longhorn Solar was excellent. Before providing a quote, they measured my roof, did a shading analysis, and accurately assessed my annual electric usage. From there, they put together an accurate and comprehensive proposal that was more detailed (and believable) than any of the other quotes I received. No other company got on my roof or accurately determined what size system I would need based on my usage patterns. Only Longhorn Solar included the inevitable inverter replacement cost in their projections. Others were happy to leave this out. Alex Ruiz was great to work with and I've happily recommended him to many friends. He was patient, helpful, and never pushy. Installation was completed in one day and they were quick to activate the system once the city was done with their inspections. I'm only six months in, but so far production has exceeded their projections. I thoroughly recommend this company to anyone considering solar.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
I'm loving all the feedback about systems outpacing projected production. Thanks for the detail. It really helps potential buyers out. Please us know if you need anything from us!
Happy Campers
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2016
Quality/Professional company
We contacted Longhorn Solar about having a system installed on our home in July, 2015. Alex Ruiz came to our home with tons of information, and we have never looked back! We had a 15.5 kW system installed on our home in August, 2015. Alex was patient, informative and we never felt pressured. He studied our energy usage history and developed an easy to understand plan for the number of panels that we would need. Step two was an in depth site assessment to determine where on our roof the panels could best be placed. After meeting with Alex again to set up install dates and times, the installation began! The Operations Team that came to our site worked so well. The panels and inverters were installed in one day. Our site in rural Travis county is extremely rocky, so a second day was needed for trenching with a rock saw to bury the wiring to the meter head. No problem there! After the power company inspectors came, the system was switched on quickly and without delay. The installation looks great and we are extremely pleased. So far the system has out-produced all estimates. We have an all-electric home, and our highest bills are actually in the winter months. Although the bills during the coldest months haven't completely disappeared, they are significantly lower. Our bill, including using the air conditioner, during the fall and spring has consistently been negative! What a great feeling. Alex and Longhorn Solar have done a fantastic job of keeping in touch with us and answering any questions immediately. The ability to track our daily usage on the meter head and the solar output of the system on the website is very useful. Alex helped us get the system set up on our home network and the programs are very easy to understand. We have and will continue to recommend Longhorn Solar and Alex Ruiz to anyone! Thanks for a great solar experience!
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
That's a great review. Thanks for taking the time to detail it out like that. Alex does a great job and really likes going the extra mile. We're lucky to have him. Please let us know if you need anything.
austin360
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2016
Better production than expected!
I had a 7.75KW system installed in December of 2014 on a 3700 sq ft home that is 100% electric (no natural gas in subdivision). My highest bill was $53 in Aug and lowest as -$1.36. The system is producing more electricity than estimated so my payback time period is down to probably 8 years. I had a couple issues with the eGuage monitoring system after install but everything is working now. No issues with the hookup or panels. Now I just need one of those new Tesla's!!!
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Thanks for the review and the detail. Customers love seeing that people actual results and this helps. Please let us know if you need anything. And about that Tesla... https://www.tesla.com/
BnB
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2016
Honest, high-quality work
March 2016: I cannot say enough about Longhorn Solar. From the beginning it was evident that this company was dedicated to professionalism and a high-quality installation. They analyzed the rooftop angles and potential benefits of a variety of placement arrangements and produced a detailed, specific, and clear proposal with explanations for their choices. The proposal included a number of options and their recommendations were based on our individual situation, rather than simply their profit. We agreed to a delayed installation of about a month (compensated) as they were stacked up with orders. During that period they stayed in touch regularly. The installation actually got scheduled earlier than originally estimated. The installation itself was quick (2+ days for a 44 panel system on two separate roof angles.) They even took down an old satellite dish left by the prior owners and patched the holes at no charge. Our 11kW DC system is producing a peak of ~10kW AC and our electric bill went from $160 to NEGATIVE $12 in the first month. The monitoring system allows us to see output from an app / website in real time, including each panel's output, which should make identifying and problems relatively easy (hopefully there won't be any). We could not be happier with the system and the experience to this point with Longhorn Solar. Finally, I want to say something specifically about Bryan Kerr, the representative with whom we dealt. He was absolutely superb. We spoke with several companies, most of which turned out to be middlemen peddling "deals" where the installation was done by someone else and trying to sell a "package" of home improvement measures. These invariably included questionable technology and lots of hand-waving about the benefits. When questioned, most of the salesmen turned out to know little about the product they were selling. Thus it was very refreshing to speak with Mr. Kerr. He clearly understood the details of the PV system and was able to answer what-if calculation questions on the spot. I have rarely encountered a company representative with this level of understanding. When I referred a colleague to Longhorn, it turned out they couldn't do the specific requirements of that job, but Mr. Kerr referred him to another local company that could. Haven't seen that since Gimbels/Macys on Miracle on 34th Street!
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Thanks for the awesome review! Bryan showed me your bill. He was pretty exited about it too! <br /><br />Please let us know if you need anything.<br /><br />Steve Petrik<br />Director of Sales
MSporer
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2016
Mr
They responded quickly and thoroughly to my request. They analyzed my site and needs and gave me a complete quote. We made a few modifications and then helped me get HOA approval. After the approval they scheduled the installation right away. The installation took two days and the workers were careful and painted all the electrical conduits the appropriate color. The system came online and we are happy campers.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Thanks for the review! Please let us know if you need anything!<br />Steve Petrik<br />Director of Sales
Leslie B.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2016
Excellent service, great system!
Our system from Longhorn Solar has been great! It's the only way to beat the Texas heat. We have had our system for 2 years with no problems at all. Even after 2 years, Longhorn solar is still checking in with me to make sure everything is ok. Preston Wilson, my new account manager, just checked in with me to let me know he is taking over my account. He made me feel that I will be well taken care of for years to come. I highly recommend Longhorn solar.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Thanks for the kind words Leslie. Preston is great! You're going to enjoy working with him. Glad everything is working great. Please let us know if you need anything.<br />-Steve Petrik<br />Director of Sales
SolarUser12
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2016
Added panels
I would have liked to have had the opportunity to discuss panel layout since the new panels look different than our 1 year old panels. I did not realize the new panels would look different. I did not realize they changed so often. If I would have known ahead of time, I would have asked that all the new panels go on the backside and move old panels from the back to the front.
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
We will absolutely fix this! I'll reach out to you tonight. Sorry!<br />-Steve Petrik<br />Director of Sales
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Longhorn quickly swapped out the panels so all the panels on the front look the same. Thank You, Longhorn Solar.
PecanPie
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2016
Thank you, Longhorn!
I had a terrific experience with Longhorn. Bryan (my account manager) walked me through each step along the way and answered my many questions. Several times. His attention to detail was first rate, and my system is working like a charm. Thanks, Bryan!
Response from Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Thanks awesome! Bryan does a great job for us! Glad to hear you had a great experience! Please let us know if you need anything from us! <br />-Steve Petrik<br />Director of Sales
About Longhorn Solar, Inc.
- 2007
- Installing since
- 366
- Customer reviews
- 4.7
- Average rating
- 1
- Area served
What Longhorn Solar, Inc. does
Services
- Installation
Licenses
- Texas Electrical Contractor License TECL 27514. ME – 456210
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Where Longhorn Solar, Inc. works
- Texas
Where to find Longhorn Solar, Inc.
Head office
1421 Wells Branch Pkwy, 110, Pflugerville Texas, 78660