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For those in Massachusetts, I assume you all know about the SREC II program, which is a state initiative that pays you for energy produced. The program is being redesigned "this summer" as early as May 8th but could easily be pushed out beyond that to this fall or even Q1 2018. No one in the state knows. However, most of us are trying to desperately to get into SREC II before it changes (maybe for the worst).
I have what I consider two very good quotes. Both companies are highly reviewed on Solar Reviews, however, one blows the other out of the water because of a length company history and 80+ reviews on Angie's List. We will call the one I want to work with Company B. Company A is well reviewed, but only 16 reviews out there.
Company A did everything online and never came to the house. They used Aurora imaging to design my system, however, this didn't take into account trees taken down. They adjust their quote once I provided them Company B's bid. They have since then been battling one another over price. I really like the vibe of Company B and get a good feeling out of them and in fact they have the best quote. The one bad thing is they are fully booked on installs until April/May, which makes the potential shut off date of SREC II a little too close for comfort. Company A on the other hand can install as early as the end of February. Should this be alarming in itself? Company B obviously has a lot of business and clearly succeeds. I would imagine they will be in business for the long haul (10 years). Company A clearly doesn't have a huge work load - so is this a concern?
I am just looking for people's opinions on what they think the Massachusetts Department of Energy will be doing and if April/May install is a bit too risky to manage. Again, I would rather work with Company B but the install date has me concerned. Company A appears good, but they seem a bit more on the "car salesperson" side of things. The one plus (aside from price) is they will undoubtedly get me in on SREC II on time.
For reference
Company A:
39 LG Neon 320 Panel
System Size: 12.48 KW
Turnkey Pricing: $39,936
Marketing Rebate: $1,436
Net System Cost: $38, 500 ($3.09/W)
Company B:
39 LG Neon 320 Panel
System Size: 12.48 KW
Turnkey Pricing: $37,689 ($3.02/W)
I have what I consider two very good quotes. Both companies are highly reviewed on Solar Reviews, however, one blows the other out of the water because of a length company history and 80+ reviews on Angie's List. We will call the one I want to work with Company B. Company A is well reviewed, but only 16 reviews out there.
Company A did everything online and never came to the house. They used Aurora imaging to design my system, however, this didn't take into account trees taken down. They adjust their quote once I provided them Company B's bid. They have since then been battling one another over price. I really like the vibe of Company B and get a good feeling out of them and in fact they have the best quote. The one bad thing is they are fully booked on installs until April/May, which makes the potential shut off date of SREC II a little too close for comfort. Company A on the other hand can install as early as the end of February. Should this be alarming in itself? Company B obviously has a lot of business and clearly succeeds. I would imagine they will be in business for the long haul (10 years). Company A clearly doesn't have a huge work load - so is this a concern?
I am just looking for people's opinions on what they think the Massachusetts Department of Energy will be doing and if April/May install is a bit too risky to manage. Again, I would rather work with Company B but the install date has me concerned. Company A appears good, but they seem a bit more on the "car salesperson" side of things. The one plus (aside from price) is they will undoubtedly get me in on SREC II on time.
For reference
Company A:
39 LG Neon 320 Panel
System Size: 12.48 KW
Turnkey Pricing: $39,936
Marketing Rebate: $1,436
Net System Cost: $38, 500 ($3.09/W)
Company B:
39 LG Neon 320 Panel
System Size: 12.48 KW
Turnkey Pricing: $37,689 ($3.02/W)
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