There are currently 11 solar energy companies operating in District Of Columbia. Below you can compare the prices and reputations of solar installers, solar panel manufacturers and other solar energy companies servicing District Of Columbia today and learn how to select the best one.
4.56 20 Reviews
Robert, 6 days ago
Very good price, professionalism and response to needs
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Robert, 6 days ago
Very good price, professionalism and response to needs
4.25 5 Reviews
Can't Stop Smiling, over 1 month
I met Elena and I had a hard time making up my mind about solar panels. After she showed me why I should go with Circa Energy I pondered more with why I should go green and could never get over how patient and caring Elena was with what I wanted. I am looking forward to seeing what the end of the matter will be. However, no matter how it turns out, I'm happy to have met Elena.
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Can't Stop Smiling, over 1 month
I met Elena and I had a hard time making up my mind about solar panels. After she showed me why I should go with Circa Energy I pondered more with why I should go green and could never get over how patient and caring Elena was with what I wanted. I am looking forward to seeing what the end of the matter will be. However, no matter how it turns out, I'm happy to have met Elena.
4.19 35 Reviews
Anonymous, over 1 month
Borrego Solar sold off their residential business. The people that they sold it to have folded. No one responds to my inquires about system warranty service. Up a $35000.00 creek without a paddle it seems.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$42,750 ($8.55 per watt)
Anonymous, over 1 month
Borrego Solar sold off their residential business. The people that they sold it to have folded. No one responds to my inquires about system warranty service. Up a $35000.00 creek without a paddle it seems.
3.75 1 Reviews
Anonymous, over 1 month
Our experience with Solar Solution has been consistently positive from the quotation/bidding phase through the time of installation and subsequent customer service follow ups. Our 14 panel solar array (3.22 kW) was installed in one day back in April 2011. It has proven to be one of the best investments that we have ever made. <br /><br />The financial incentives in the District of Columbia are so attractive that I if you have a suitable location with plentiful hours of sun you are crazy not to look at solar power. The payback period for our set up was originally 5.6 years but with the recent major increase in value of Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) this will be shortened. Solar Solution managed (and continue to manage) the whole SREC payment process as well as ensuring that we received the DC Credit of 30% of the total installation costs. The Federal Gov pays another 30% Solar Solution provided all of the necessary paperwork and follow up. In addition, Solar Solution were very helpful in dealing with their contacts in PEPCO to expedite the installation of the new 'smart' meter that is part of a solar installation.<br /><br />We've had a couple of very minor issues since installation and the company responded immediately to address the issues. In short, Atta and his crew are great to work with and we would recommend them to anyone considering solar power without hesitation.
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Anonymous, over 1 month
Our experience with Solar Solution has been consistently positive from the quotation/bidding phase through the time of installation and subsequent customer service follow ups. Our 14 panel solar array (3.22 kW) was installed in one day back in April 2011. It has proven to be one of the best investments that we have ever made. <br /><br />The financial incentives in the District of Columbia are so attractive that I if you have a suitable location with plentiful hours of sun you are crazy not to look at solar power. The payback period for our set up was originally 5.6 years but with the recent major increase in value of Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) this will be shortened. Solar Solution managed (and continue to manage) the whole SREC payment process as well as ensuring that we received the DC Credit of 30% of the total installation costs. The Federal Gov pays another 30% Solar Solution provided all of the necessary paperwork and follow up. In addition, Solar Solution were very helpful in dealing with their contacts in PEPCO to expedite the installation of the new 'smart' meter that is part of a solar installation.<br /><br />We've had a couple of very minor issues since installation and the company responded immediately to address the issues. In short, Atta and his crew are great to work with and we would recommend them to anyone considering solar power without hesitation.
3.75 1 Reviews
Anonymous, over 1 month
This is a reputable company. Rep Brian Gonzalez made the whole process smooth and hassle-free. I'm very happy with my solar panels and enjoying a $9 a month power bill.
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Average cost (5kW system)
$24,800 ($4.96 per watt)
Anonymous, over 1 month
This is a reputable company. Rep Brian Gonzalez made the whole process smooth and hassle-free. I'm very happy with my solar panels and enjoying a $9 a month power bill.
The reviews scores for the largest solar companies are far worse than those for local, family-owned solar installation companies.
The best solar companies meet the following criteria:
The solar industry is full of fly-by-night solar companies — both big and small — that open one year and are gone the next.
Solar panels last for 25-30 years, so you want an installer who will help you with any problems or system faults. For this to happen, your installer needs to be able to stay in business
Local solar companies, as a group, have the highest reviews score on our site and also have lower overheads than corporate installers, making them more likely to survive in the long term.
Companies reviewed
Avg rating of District Of Columbia solar installers
Avg size of residential system
Avg price 9.30kW installed system
Best unit price
$430.00 ($1.15 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$12,718.32
($2.61 p/w)
LG375Q1C-V5 overview
Rated power
375 watts
Efficiency
21.7
Number of Cells
60
Cell type
Monocrystalline/N-type
Manufactured
KR
Best unit price
$562.50 ($1.50 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$11,931.63
($2.45 p/w)
LG375A1C-V5 overview
Rated power
375 watts
Efficiency
21.7
Number of Cells
60
Cell type
Monocrystalline/N-type
Manufactured
KR
Best unit price
$320.00 ($0.96 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$12,523.93
($2.49 p/w)
LG335N1K-V5 overview
Rated power
335 watts
Efficiency
19.6
Number of Cells
60
Cell type
Monocrystalline/N-type
Manufactured
KR
Best unit price
$473.34 ($1.30 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.1kW system
$13,025.23
($2.55 p/w)
LG365Q1K-V5 overview
Rated power
365 watts
Efficiency
21.1
Number of Cells
60
Cell type
Monocrystalline/N-type
Manufactured
KR
Best unit price
$291.18 ($0.88 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$12,008.02
($2.43 p/w)
VBH330RA03K overview
Rated power
330 watts
Efficiency
19.7
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
Mono-crystalline Silicon
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$340.00 ($1.00 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.1kW system
$14,280.00
($2.80 p/w)
VBHN340SA17 HIT+ overview
Rated power
340 watts
Efficiency
20.3
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
Monocrystalline/N-type
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$432.00 ($1.31 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$12,202.42
($2.47 p/w)
VBHN330SA17E overview
Rated power
330 watts
Efficiency
19.7
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
monocrystalline
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$297.60 ($0.89 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$13,059.05
($2.60 p/w)
VBHN335SA17 overview
Rated power
335 watts
Efficiency
20
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
monocrystalline
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$600.00 ($1.83 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$11,968.01
($2.44 p/w)
SPR-E20-327-COM overview
Rated power
327 watts
Efficiency
20.4
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
Monocrystalline
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$800.00 ($2.22 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$12,335.47
($2.45 p/w)
SPR-X22-360 overview
Rated power
360 watts
Efficiency
22.2
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
Monocrystalline
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$620.00 ($1.90 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$12,803.99
($2.61 p/w)
SPR-E20-327-D-AC overview
Rated power
327 watts
Efficiency
20.4
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
Monocrystalline
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$620.00 ($1.90 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$12,717.55
($2.59 p/w)
SPR-E20-327 overview
Rated power
327 watts
Efficiency
20.4
Number of Cells
96
Cell type
Monocrystalline
Manufactured
US
Best unit price
$205.00 ($0.58 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$11,951.44
($2.40 p/w)
CS3U-355PB-AG overview
Rated power
355 watts
Efficiency
17.7
Number of Cells
144
Cell type
polycrystalline
Manufactured
CA
Best unit price
$240.01 ($0.60 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.8kW system
$12,341.39
($2.57 p/w)
CS3W-400PB-AG overview
Rated power
400 watts
Efficiency
17.9
Number of Cells
144
Cell type
polycrystalline
Manufactured
CA
Best unit price
$207.90 ($0.66 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$12,561.32
($2.49 p/w)
CS3K-315MS overview
Rated power
315 watts
Efficiency
18.96
Number of Cells
120
Cell type
Mono-crystalline Silicon
Manufactured
CA
Best unit price
$247.00 ($0.75 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$12,948.87
($2.62 p/w)
CS1H-330MS BLACK overview
Rated power
330 watts
Efficiency
19.57
Number of Cells
60
Cell type
Mono-crystalline Silicon
Manufactured
CA
Best unit price
$165.00 ($0.53 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.0kW system
$12,079.73
($2.44 p/w)
LR6-60-HPB-310M overview
Rated power
310 watts
Efficiency
18.7
Number of Cells
120
Cell type
Mono PERC
Manufactured
CN
Best unit price
$196.11 ($0.65 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 5.1kW system
$12,310.27
($2.41 p/w)
LR6-60-HPB-300M overview
Rated power
300 watts
Efficiency
18.1
Number of Cells
120
Cell type
Mono PERC
Manufactured
CN
Best unit price
$172.00 ($0.56 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$11,840.67
($2.43 p/w)
LR6-60-HPB-305M overview
Rated power
305 watts
Efficiency
18.4
Number of Cells
120
Cell type
Mono PERC
Manufactured
CN
Best unit price
$228.00 ($0.60 per watt)
Best system price
Installed 4.9kW system
$11,854.42
($2.40 p/w)
LR4-60HPH-380M overview
Rated power
380 watts
Efficiency
20.9
Number of Cells
120
Cell type
Mono PERC
Manufactured
CN
300 Lakeside Drive, 24th Floor,
Oakland, CA, 94612
(855) 746-7849
https://www.joinmosaic.com/
Mosaic offers choices for solar financing. One loan is structured so that the monthly payment is lower than their existing electricity bill. The average Mosaic customer saves $30,550* over the life of the solar energy system, sometimes starting right from the time the system is energized. And when the homeowner owns their system, they claim all the savings, from the federal tax credit to any state or local incentives.
433 California St, Suite 300,
San Francisco, CA, 94123
(844) 805-7100
https://www.dividendsolar.com
Dividend is a leading national provider of renewable energy and energy-efficient financing solutions to property owners. We give our customers the opportunity to obtain clean energy financing through a comprehensive suite of financing options. Our flagship product, the EmpowerLoan™, continues to expand its product offerings into the storage and home-energy space. Dividend also offers commercial PACE, which is a public-private financing mechanism for energy efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation and seismic upgrades on privately-owned property.
6220 Enfield Avenue,
Encino, CA, 91316
(844) 810-7713
https://www.greensky.com/
GreenSky® was founded on the idea that payment, credit and commerce could be enhanced using technology and elegant user experiences. We believed payment and credit could be an asset that empowers and enables commerce, not a distraction or impediment. Today, GreenSky delivers a service that helps business grow and delight their customers.
2100 South McDowell Boulevard,
Petaluma, CA, 94954
(866) 634-1358
https://ygrene.com/
A national leader in residential and commercial clean energy financing via PACE , Ygrene Energy Fund is revolutionizing the home improvement industry.
(800) 764-3601
https://www.greenbizfinancial.com/
The mission of GreenBiz Financial is to offer solar and other energy-efficient home improvement loans with attractive rates to our customers.
LightSteam is a national online consumer lending division of SunTrust Bank, the flagship subsidiary of SunTrust Banks Inc., one of the nation’s leading financial services companies.
2 Altieri Way,
Warwick, RI, 02886
(401) 773-9948
https://www.homeloanbank.com
Fast loan processing, competitive fixed rates with no pre-payment penalties and attentive customer service Home Loan Investment Bank, FSB is a full-service financial institution offering commercial lending, home improvement lending, small business lending, personal and business banking, automobile financing and mortgage services. We are a federally regulated, FDIC-insured savings bank with branches in Providence and Warwick, Rhode Island and are dedicated to helping our customers with their financial needs through our team of experienced and friendly bank representatives. We will give you personalized one-on-one attention and professional guidance to ensure that your transaction is completed in an accurate and timely manner. We are also a member of the Allpoint Network, providing access to over 40,000 surcharge-free ATMs nationwide. Whether you are looking to open a CD, refinance your home or start a business, we offer competitive rates. Call us today and see how we can help with your financial needs.
1245 E. Brickyard Road Suite 600,
Salt Lake City, UT, 84106
84106-2562
https://enerbank.com
FDIC insured EnerBank USA® is a highly specialized, national consumer lender that helps strategic business partners and independent home improvement contractors increase sales. Strategic business partners include manufacturers, distributors, franchisors, member or trade associations, and major retailers of home improvement, remodeling, and energy-saving products and services. They all rely on the bank to be here today and tomorrow to fund customer loans and help them achieve their business goals and objectives. We are America's home improvement lender of choice. We are reliable, professional, and we produce results.
22232 17th Ave SE,
Bothell, WA, 98021
888.833.8570
https://www.medallionbank.com
We offer similar programs and pricing as the big Banks, but with the kind of personal attention that you won't get with a black box lender. Our team provides a level of interaction and dedication to problem-solving that is unique in our industry. We also have a consumer-friendly process with no prepayment penalties or other hidden costs.
268 South State Street,
Salt Lake City, UT, 84111
800.509.6191
https://www.celticbank.com/
Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Celtic Bank is a privately owned industrial bank chartered by the State of Utah. Celtic Bank specializes in small business finance, helping business owners with working capital, expansion, acquisition, construction, equipment financing, renewable energy finance, real estate purchases and refinances, and more. Celtic Bank has ranked as one of the top ten SBA lenders nationally since 2013. Celtic Bank has a proven track record in a range of industries, including renewable energy finance, healthcare, gas station / C-store, car wash, hotel and others. Every business loan application is approached with a creative and problem-solving mindset, and we aim to structure tailored financing solutions that help our clients meet their growth objectives.
Net cost of system
Average payback time
Annual power production
Levelized cost of solar energy
If you don't get solar
22¢ /kWh
Savings over 25 years
System size* | Avg cost per watt |
Avg cost
(After tax credit) show before tax |
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4kW | $3.15 | $9,330 |
5kW | $3.02 | $11,163 |
6kW | $2.88 | $12,796 |
7kW | $2.86 | $14,789 |
8kW | $2.91 | $17,227 |
9kW | $2.79 | $18,595 |
10kW | $2.77 | $20,461 |
12kW | $2.78 | $24,686 |
15kW | $2.61 | $28,993 |
Check out all of the ways energy providers of District Of Columbia can help you be more energy efficient and save money.
Eligibility: Federal incentive
Type: Personal Tax Credit
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Eligibility: Utility incentive
Type: Net Metering
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Note: Please keep in mind that the best source of up-to-date information on incentives are the solar installers who specialize in your area.
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