Nova Solar

Great company to work with - excellent experience

Following a fairly extensive amount of research and negotiation with several companies, the installation of our 14.6 KW residential solar system was handled through NOVA Solar. NOVA Solar was very efficient in their communications, without any semblance of a hard sell. They were straightforward to deal with, provided excellent customer service, supplied a cost effective system, and maintained close follow-up throughout the process. I recommend NOVA Solar to anyone considering a solar installation.

Seamless job done

We had an exceptional experience with Nova Solar. If you’re going solar, these are the guys to go with. They made the process seamless from start to finish, beginning with the proposal through installation to the paperwork for tax credits and other requirements. They we’re always accessible to answer our questions, and unlike the major solar competitors, we were able to work directly with the company’s leadership (Trip and Barklie) throughout the whole process. Trip and his crew provided a very thorough and experienced installation, with personalized attention. Further, they were able to complete the installation within a reasonable time period from when we signed the contract. Going solar was a significant undertaking, and we couldnt imagine being in better hands. We would highly recommend Nova Solar without reservation.

Smart, efficient and keeps you informed!

We had our solar system installed several months ago and are ENTIRELY satisfied. We couldn't be happier. Barklie and Trip and their staff members are true professionals. Not only do they know what they are doing, but they go down to whatever level of detail you want to discuss to explain exactly what is going on. They are polite and knowledgeable; they definitely keep the information loop “topped up” at all times, which was very important to us. We have seen our electricity bill go down rather dramatically. Top shelf company!

Awesome company

Great investment for a lifestyle change. Installed by a great team, thank you to Trip, Barklie, Flemming and Jake. I couldn’t be happier with the install. It took 6 hours from start to finish with 33 panels. Highly courteous, friendly and professional would recommend this company and team to all.

Above and Beyond!!!

I couldn't be happier with Barklie, Trip and the whole Nova Solar crew! I am a very particular, discriminating, and knowledgeable customer in terms of contractors working on my home. For example, before we went to contract I made them show me how they were going to run the electrical to make sure it was not going to look terrible like some solar you see. These guys are true pros! They have an impressive knowledge of solar, they supply top equipment which they buy in bulk to keep quality high and prices low, they are fanatics about running an efficient business so they can keep their prices low, and they perform their own installs so they can ensure top quality on each job. What more can you ask for?? They had my system up and running within weeks of going to contract, and it has been outperforming my expectations since then. I couldn't be happier with Nova Solar!

Highly recommended

Excellent service, prompt and courteous communication from start to finish; the price was competitive, the presentation was straightforward. Unlike some of the other companies I interviewed, I did not feel that I was being pressured to make an immediate decision or commit to an expensive purchase without having time to consider the alternatives and to fact-check the information that I was given. I definitely recommend this company - they are professional, honest and very easy to work with.

Does it all - and well!

We decided to take the plunge into solar at the end of July. Living in a community with a Homeowners Association (HOA) we needed approval before the installation could begin. We mention when because the next monthly meeting of the appropriate HOA committee was in early August. We contacted Nova about installation and had every question answered without any pressure or offers of "if you contract right now" sort of thing. We signed the contract for installation with Nova Solar on August 5th, and they had the appropriate drawings and specifications to us for presentation to the HOA the next day. That enthusiasm and understanding of our needs immediately saved a month for the project. The HOA approved the project, but solar is still new to some organizations. Our county building permit took nearly two months to approve; thankfully Nova Solar stayed on top of the bureaucracy and kept us informed. Once the building permit was issued Nova Solar was all over our roof and completed installation (20+ panels) and electrical work in one day. After that, it was paperwork again with Dominion Electric and the County Permit Inspector - Nova Solar took care of it all and kept us informed of the progress. Finally, all the paperwork was complete, and we flipped the switch three months after signing the contract with Nova Solar. Nova Solar took care of every detail and kept us informed. The team exudes enthusiasm for doing the job and doing it right. We recommend Nova Solar as your go-to for solar information and if you go that route for installation. You don’t have to get on the roof or deal with bureaucrats – Nova Solar does it all and does it well!

Buddhist Monastery in Haymarket

We are very pleased with the way the solar panels turned out. The team worked really hard to get it done faster than their estimated deadline. They were very hardworking and it was a seamless transition. We are a Buddhist monastery and we are saving so much money in electricity bills which was a huge burden for us. I like to note this because it was big ordeal to convince people that this was the route to go. It is totally worth the investment. We are happy the Nova Solar team were fun and easy to work with. I'm not sure on the size but it was 180 panels.

Excellent work

One of the main reasons my wife and I picked Nova Solar was the fact they use top of the line materials. The solar panels alone have a 30 year warranty. The mounting brackets are made and installed very sturdy as well. We live in Martinsville, VA and Nova Solar traveled in the night before and the ladder hit the roof at the exact time they said they were going to begin working. We talked with other companies. A couple of the companies told us things that were too good to be true. These companies were less expensive, because they were selling us less panels and trying to tell us that the output was going to be higher than Nova's estimate. To me this goes back to the quality of work that Nova does. Even their estimates are done with great professionalism. Second thing that told me Nova was a great company was the fact that they had competitors suggesting that I call them. I called a company in northern VA (I don't remember who), this company told me that they did not do work in my area, but they would high recommend Nova. Nova was on my list of companies to call but when their competitor told me to call them I knew they did amazing work. I would highly recommend Nova Solar to anyone and everyone.

Great job

Nova Solar did a fantastic job from contract signing to installation and follow-up. They were very responsive to questions and answered very promptly. Installation was done in one day and their cleanup was the best of any company i have used the past. in fact, they cleaned up some of the things missed by the roofing company who installed a new roof the day before their installation. If you are thinking of going solar, I hightly recommend this company.

The Absolute Best Solar Installers in the DMV

After conducting heavy due diligence and going through copious proposals with solar companies in the DMV, we selected Nova Solar. We've been burnt in the past by contractors with reckless jobs and companies that went defunct. So our selection was based competency in solar and trust in the longevity of the company. The Estes brothers walked us through the whole process in terms I could understand including the tax rebate and maintenance. I never felt sales pressure and they were honest straight shooters. They took initiate of the whole process by clearing the panels through our HOA and city. They did a stellar job with the aesthetics of the job which was a huge concern of ours by putting in meticulous detail in the schematics and install job.They were an absolute pleasure to work with and was completed ahead of schedule. I am already seeing drastic saving in our electricity bill, I really wished we took the plunge and did this sooner!

Excellent Install of an 8.235kWp Solar PV System

Nova Solar did an excellent and very high quality installation of my 8.235kW (potential) solar panel system (27 panels at 305W each). What was nice is that they are a local company based in Falls Church, VA, (not hundreds of miles away) and that they did a high quality job, from the way they hid the power cabling inside the attic and not over the top of the roof like cheaper installers would do, to getting all permits and the Dominion interconnection agreement. They also provided the tax forms filled out so I can easily apply for my federal tax credit next year. They also had the Fairfax County property tax exemption forms filled out. Barklie patiently answered my questions about the difference between real world and Standard Test Conditions output and quickly got my system registered so I could monitor my system on the Solar Edge app. They were not the cheapest, but their price was fair ($2.70/W) and they delivered with excellent project cleanup on completion. Highly recommend them! ***** - five stars!

You won't find a better solar company!!!

NOVA Solar is a rare find; truly honest, responsible, and reasonable. We had a 30-panel system installed by a now defunct company; due to a botched installation (eight of the panels were installed on a nearly flat roof, with L-Feet screwed directly into the shingles, rather than using flash feet), the roof started leaking. We contacted three companies to move those panels to a better place, and so the porch could be re-roofed; of the three companies we contacted, NOVA Solar was the clear choice from the beginning. Both Barklie and Trip impressed us through all five phases (pre-contract communication, on-site survey, cost estimate, actual work, and follow-up). In the end, they did a superb job, at a very reasonable cost, and gave us a lot more than we paid for; for example, while we expected them to fill/cover the holes left by moving the panels, they also comprehensively flashed those parts of the roof, and actually fixed the leak (as evidenced by no leaking after the 2" of heavy rain we got the very next day), saving us thousands of re-roofing dollars. There were other unforeseen issues related to the original installation that required additional work and materials that Barklie and Trip could have just ignored or charge extra for, but they fixed it properly, and didn't bill us. Honestly, contractors normally disappoint, either because they are unreliable, skimp on materials, try to upsell, claim to find problems that really aren't, or just plain do a bad job, and we've been told we're impossible to please, but NOVA Solar is now my go-to solar company for any future solar work. They get our highest recommendation for everyone wanting a new installation or maintenance on an existing system; whether you're impossible to please of not, you won't find a better solar company.

Great Decision

My husband and I are very happy with the solar panels installed by NOVA Solar. We had panels installed on our boathouse roof to provide power to our home, something we should have done way sooner as our bill has been significantly reduced. They were professional, informative, timely, and communicated clearly throughout the process. We highly recommend NOVA Solar without hesitation.

Solar Inverter Repair

I had some damage to my solar inverter and was in a panic because I did not know anyone skilled with repairs to solar inverters. We use this inverter to power certain electric circuits in our home and it also serves as an emergency backup generator. Just by luck (or was it the grace of God?) I found Nova Solar. Their Technician, Barkley Estes, came right away to evaluate the damage. He was able to identify the problem and what was needed to fix it in the 1st visit. He worked with the manufacturer (AIMES Power) to ensure the correct parts were ordered. Once the parts came in Barkley was able to quickly get the system up and running. EVERYTHING WORKS! I am so thankful for Nova Solar. I would highly recommend Nova Solar to anyone with solar system needs.

A Top Notch Solar Company

When I moved into a new house in Maryland I was set on getting a solar system installed. After reviewing several proposals from competing companies I signed on with Nova Solar. From the proposal to the installation to the start-up of the system Nova Solar’s attention to detail was none I have ever experienced working with subcontractors on my house. Their attention to detail was extraordinary. All of my inquiries and questions on the system were answered thoroughly and in a timely manner. There were several tax credits, renewable energy credits and grants that were available for my solar system and in my jurisdiction. Nova Solar made sure that each of the applications were completed and received for their system. When completed Nova Solar sent links to each of my electronic devices so I could have access to the system on line to track the daily energy production and to see any trouble with the system (which there have been none to date) at any time during the day. I have been in the subcontracting business for over 30 years and know a good subcontractor when I see one. I have had an excellent experience with Nova Solar and would highly recommend their services to anyone who is interested in solar energy.

Use Nova Solar - you won't be disappointed

I would highly recommend NOVA SOLAR to anyone considering moving to solar energy. The company could not have been more thorough or professional. Every detail was explained prior to beginning the project, including what we could expect in tax rebates, how long it would take to see a return on our investment, and a full outline of the installation process. The work was expertly managed and kept on schedule. In just one month, our electricity has gone from close to $200 a month to $19. Not to mention, NOVASOLAR either submitted or supplied all the paperwork necessary for my tax rebates - nearly a total of $15,000. Even my accountant was impressed! I could not have been more pleased with their expertise and excellent customer service. Joni - Annapolis, Md.

True Professionals Committed to Providing Value

I would highly recommend Nova Solar to anyone considering moving to solar energy. The company could not have been more thorough or professional. Every detail was explained prior to beginning the project, including what we could expect in tax rebates, how long it would take to see a return on our investment, and a full outline of the installation process. I love how they educated me on solar throughout the process without any of the sales pressure. The work was expertly managed and kept on schedule. In just one month, our electricity has gone from close to $200 a month to $19, and that is in the winter! Not to mention, Nova Solar either submitted or supplied all the paperwork necessary for my tax rebates - nearly a total of $15,000. Even my accountant was impressed! I could not have been more pleased with their expertise and excellent customer service, and solar has proved to be a phenomenal investment!