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RGS Energy

Solar Panels, Electrical

About us

RGS Energy (formerly Real Goods Solar) has been bringing clean energy solutions to homeowners, businesses, schools, governments, and utilities of all sizes since 1978, when it sold some of the first retail solar panels in the U.S. With eight offices from coast to coast and over 22,500 solar energy systems totaling more than 235 MW installed, RGS Energy is one of the oldest, largest, and most trusted clean energy EPC providers in the country. In order to best serve our California customers, RGS Energy works with a network of high-quality Authorized Integrators to facilitate your solar panel installation.

Business highlights

47 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Take control of your electricity bills with a low, fixed rate on clean power from RGS Energy (formerly Real Goods Solar). We offer easy, affordable renewable energy solutions including solar power system design, installation, rebate acquisition, and more – all tailored to your energy needs and goals. With purchase, lease, and financing options available, there’s a great chance we can reduce your bills with the kind of clean energy you’ll feel great about using.

Services we don't offer

Off-grid solar energy systems, battery backup solar energy systems, solar hot water systems, wind turbines.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.16 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
33%
4
17%
3
33%
2
17%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.4
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
3.9
punctuality
4.3
Showing 1-6 of 6 reviews

Cindy D.
03/2015
2.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
5 MONTHS LATER STILL NOT DONE
Description of Work: SUPPOSED TO PLACE SOLAR PANELS

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0

$24,000

Katherine A.
09/2014
4.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
They were fine. The delays back and forth were mainly due to me. Anytime people deal with solar You just have to be a really informed customer to know the difference between PPAs, leases and buying out right. You've gotta really do our homework The solar companies around here, for the most part, are okay. I don't have any complaints about them. The guy I've been working with has been fine. They have been accommodating to my changing my mind 500 times. I signed a contract once and I reneged it because I am still learning. The guy I was working with wasn't lying to me about what I had. I just didn't understand and he explained it to me. He has been very patient and he is not pushy. He will call occasionally to see when I am at and if there is anything he can answer for me. All of the delays have been on my part trying to decide if solar is really right for me and how to go about it short of paying for it out of my own pocket. I haven't paid any out of pocket. I have not had any dramatic issues with dealing with them. They are widely used here and I have friends that have used them. I would recommend talking to 3 companies if you are considering solar and RGS should be one of them. I will consider using them.
Description of Work: I am working with RGS Energy.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Kathleen W.
06/2014
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They installed a solar array at our home. I would not use this provider in the future as they have moved to a solar rental system. We bought ours outright and did not want to rent the system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$30,000

aaron H.
05/2013
3.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
We interviewed 3 companies, we chose Real Goods Solar because they were on Angie's List and they came highly recommended. They also offered a time frame that we wanted and that was o be done in a 90 day time frame. What happened was it ended up being 6 months so that was just kind of a big issue. The product on our roof is good and we're happy with it so far but the whole installation process was really, really hard. I advise to get the time frame in writing.
Description of Work: They did our solar panels.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

$24,000

joan O.
10/2012
3.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
They were responsive to my call, but I felt too pressured by the company, he was too much of a salesman.
Description of Work: Estimate for solar panels.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$20,000

Kristine F.
01/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
Real Goods Solar offered a competitive price. I would use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I had them install panels.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

    Contact information

    3109 N Miami Ave #101, Fresno, CA 93727

    http://RGSEnergy.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Friday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Saturday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    State Contractor License Requirements

    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

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    Service Categories

    Solar Panels,
    Electrical

    FAQ

    RGS Energy is currently rated 4.1 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Thursday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Saturday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    RGS Energy accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
    Yes, RGS Energy offers free project estimates.
    Yes, RGS Energy offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, RGS Energy does not offer a senior discount.
    No, RGS Energy does not offer emergency services.
    Yes, RGS Energy offers warranties.
    RGS Energy offers the following services: Take control of your electricity bills with a low, fixed rate on clean power from RGS Energy (formerly Real Goods Solar). We offer easy, affordable renewable energy solutions including solar power system design, installation, rebate acquisition, and more – all tailored to your energy needs and goals. With purchase, lease, and financing options available, there’s a great chance we can reduce your bills with the kind of clean energy you’ll feel great about using.
    Off-grid solar energy systems, battery backup solar energy systems, solar hot water systems, wind turbines.

    Contact information

    3109 N Miami Ave #101, Fresno, CA 93727

    http://RGSEnergy.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Friday:
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Saturday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM