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4.87 Reviews
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Jim M.
11/2022
solar panels
 + -1 moreWe are very happy with the job. We checked a lot of companies and Sunlight had the best price and was very responsive and knowledgeable. We had 28 panels @ 380 watts each = 10,640 watts. Cost per watt was $2.70 (Jan 2021 contract date), or $1.75 net of Fed tax credit and State rebate. System was rated at 8,862 kwh/year but actually produced 9,550 kwh in the first year. We had no generation charges for 7 out of the 12 months. Highly recommended!
Description of Work: Rooftop solar panels
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$28,669
Thomas L.
08/2015
solar panels
 + -1 moreThough we ultimately decided to choose a different service provider, we were very comfortable with the proposal Sunlight Solar made, and know people who had a very good experience with them. We received what we felt was an equally compelling proposal from a different installer we had already used when installing solar thermal panels, and decided to work with them, but I can see why two people I know had good experiences with Sunlight Solar.
Description of Work: Tyson arrived as scheduled and provided clear explanations and a timely solar proposal for a ground-mounted solar PV system at our home.
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James R.
12/2014
solar panels
 + -1 moreOn initial visit, thoroughly reviewed site conditions. Projected energy production numbers came in close to my independent analysis. Promptly provided written project proposal. Competitive price with other quotes I received. Their optimizer based technology was the tie breaker. Project took about 4 months from contract signing to power up. With the various sign offs and coordination required this is about average. Was kept up to date throughout project. Roof installation was fast and neat. Even neater were the conduit runs in basement. Had an initial installation glitch but was quickly resolved. Power production presently low but that is expected near the winter solstice and cloudy weather. Looking forward to sunny days.
Description of Work: Installed 10 kW residential solar panel system. Also installed emergency generator panel as part of project.
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$43,000
L Kent B.
06/2014
solar panels
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Description of Work: The job -- installation of solar panels on the roof of a home now under construction -- has been contracted for but not completed. Hence the incomplete answers above. Also the net cost is not quite settled yet, as it is reduced by state and federal tax incentives, the latter depending on the federal income tax bill for 2014.
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Raymond G.
03/2013
solar panels
 + -1 morePlease see above.
Description of Work: Nineteen rooftop solar panels (plus inverters) were installed at the end of November 2012, to add to the 18 that the company installed in November 2011. Sunlight Solar gave me the best quote for the best, high-quality panels when we searched for a company to do our first installation. All professionals with whom I had contact throughout the process (e.g., array designers, office specialists, installation coordinator, installers, supervisors, et al) were professional, friendly, helpful, and eager to answer any questions and to provide supportive materials. The installers could not have been more efficient (and neat) in their work. There was no question that I would use this same company for the second installation a year later. The entire Sunlight Solar team is quite passionate about the advantages of home-site solar. It is reassuring to see their commitment to the science and environmental advocacy of solar energy!
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$15,000
Stuyve F.
10/2009
solar panels
 + -1 moreIt couldn't have been easier. I called a spoke at great length with the owner, Paul Israel. He was very helpful, straight forward and seemed to be truly interested in explaining everything until I understood it all. A very knowlegeable designer/sales person came to my home, gathered the information he needed and spent a lot of time answering more of my questions. After I decided to buy a system, I paid only 45% of the total cost. My payback was less than 10 years for a system that should last 40 or more years. They handled all of the paperwork and installed my system when they said they would. I was actually up and running before they estimated. I was completely satisfied with all aspects of the installation process.
Description of Work: They designed and installed an electricity producing solar array that produces all of my electricity.
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$20,000
RICHARD A.
09/2007
solar panels
 + -1 moreMy wife and I did a lot of research into this alternate energy source and I would recommend it to anyone. As far as the company who installed the panels for us, I would say they did a pretty job. They seemed to have several delays that were not explained and it took a little longer for them to complete the job than I expected but I am overall pleased with them.
Description of Work: They installed 18 solar panels in the roof of our garage. They generate almost 3KW of energy, which is about 50% of our monthly usage. The payback from the installation will be in about 9 years. The $34,000 is the actual cost of everything but we also qualify for about $20,000 in energy rebates so the entire out of pocket expense for use will be about $14,000.
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$34,000
Contact information
90 Hamilton St, New Haven, CT 06511
www.sunlightsolar.comService hours
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Eco-friendly Accreditations
LEED Accredited Professional
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Energy Star Partner
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EPA Lead-Safe Certified
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Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Sunlight Solar Energy, Inc is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunlight Solar Energy, Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Financing Available,PayPal
Yes, Sunlight Solar Energy, Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, Sunlight Solar Energy, Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Sunlight Solar Energy, Inc does not offer a senior discount.
No, Sunlight Solar Energy, Inc does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Sunlight Solar Energy, Inc offers warranties.
Sunlight Solar Energy, Inc offers the following services: Sunlight Solar designs & installs solar electric and solar hot water systems for homes, businesses and public buildings. We answer questions about how solar works, what makes a home or business solar friendly and what incentives are currently available to help finance the project. We are fully licensed and insured and provide a completely turn-key installation, taking care of all of the paperwork. Sunlight Solar makes it easy to save money while saving the planet.
Contact information
90 Hamilton St, New Haven, CT 06511
www.sunlightsolar.comService hours
Sunday:
ClosedMonday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PMTuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PMWednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PMThursday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PMFriday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PMSaturday:
Closed