NC Solar Now is a solar panel installation company based in Raleigh, North Carolina. They offer renewable energy and energy efficiency solutions such as Solar Electric Photovoltaic (PV), Solar Battery Storage, Electric Vehicle Charging, and Therma shield. They are licensed solar contractors in North Carolina with NABCEP-certified professionals on staff1. They have helped people discover the benefits of generating their own clean and affordable energy.
History: NC Solar Now was established in 2010. They started with only 5 employees, but after 10 years since its establishment, the company now has more than 90. They have installed more than 2500 solar panel systems over 10 years.
Mission Statement: NC Solar Now envisions energy independence for everyone and is committed to delivering outstanding service to their customers. Their goal is to help make the world a better place for future generations by creating a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable energy environment. They provide high-quality, affordable renewable energy solutions and solar installations for residences and businesses across North Carolina.
Core Values: NC Solar Now is committed to providing high-quality, affordable solar energy, and energy efficiency solutions to homes and businesses across North Carolina. They offer an industry-leading LIFETIME warranty on workmanship. They are locally owned and operated with in-house installation solar crews, designers, and engineers1. They strive for excellence and quality, keeping their customers at the center of what they do.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Quick Hiring Process: The company has a quick hiring process which ensures that the installation process starts without any unnecessary delays
- Hands-On Training: They provide hands-on training to their employees which ensures high-quality installations
- Benefits Offered: The company offers benefits to its employees which can lead to better service
- Helpful and Non-Pushy Customer Service: The company has a reputation for helpful and non-pushy customer service
- End-to-End Support: They provide end-to-end support to their customers
- High-Quality Warranties: They offer panel, inverter, and workmanship warranties that are on the higher end among competitors
Cons
We did not find any sustainable information about the company’s bad reviews that could impact the overall rating and customer satisfaction.
Reviews
Positive Reviews:
- “Fantastic! Very professional throughout the whole process. I can’t speak highly enough of this company and their fine staff. From the very beginning, and our first contact with their sales rep, Jennifer, it was excellent. We went live this past September 2022, and as of last week, February 21, 2023, we have a credit at Duke of almost $200”
- “I found NC Solar Now team to be very professional starting from the Sales to the installation of the solar system. They coordinated end-2-end with HOA, Utility company, and township for the required approvals and provided me the periodic updates on the progress”
- “Excellent Services & Sales. NC Solar Now did an excellent job of educating us about Solar. Their installation team did a tremendous job. They arrived early and completed the job before noon. We received our first bill from Duke Energy and it was approximately $15. We are very happy”
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Negative Reviews: We couldn’t find any specific negative reviews about NC Solar Now Company from open sources. However, one review mentioned “Poor service at unreasonable prices” without providing any further details. Another review expressed disappointment that the power generation was not as much as sold by the initial salesman.
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Please note that these are individual experiences and may not reflect the experience of every customer. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please visit the company’s official website or contact them directly.
Areas served
NC Solar Now is based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and provides services to residents and businesses across the state. They specifically service areas including Raleigh, Cary, Wake Forest, Apex, Durham, Morrisville, Charlotte, Chapel Hill, Holly Springs, and Winston-Salem.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please visit the company’s official website or contact them directly.
Services Offered
Residential Products
- Battery Systems
- EV Charging Stations
- Ground & Pole Mounts
- Solar PV
- Solar Attic Fans
- Thermal Shield
Commercial Products
- Battery Systems
- EV Charging Stations
- Ground & Pole Mounts
- Solar PV
- Solar Attic Fans
Maintenance Services
NC Solar Now provides maintenance and support for damaged panels, compromised wiring, faulty connections, false alarms, and malfunctioning inverters. Their services include home surge protection, PV interconnection changeovers, system upgrades, maintenance plans, critter guard installation, system analysis, system troubleshooting, and load monitoring.
Additional Services
In addition to solar panel installation, NC Solar Now offers a range of additional services. They provide Solar Battery Storage, Electric Vehicle Charging, and Therma shield. They also offer system monitoring services. The Enphase™ Enlighten System interface allows for some handy web tools that allow you to track your overall energy and per-panel energy production data, monitor your system’s health, and share your data with other solar enthusiasts. They also offer the SolarEdge solution with monitoring, which can harvest up to 25% more energy from each module with constant performance feedback.
Brands Sold
Solar Panel Brands: NC Solar Now offers solar panels from leading manufacturers such as SunPower and Panasonic. They also highly recommend Qcells due to its black-on-black curb appeal, sleek looks, and excellent aesthetics matching roof shingles for residential purposes.
Inverter Brands: NC Solar Now installs inverters from Enphase and SolarEdge. These are well-known brands in the solar industry, recognized for their reliability and efficiency.
Battery Brands: NC Solar Now offers battery storage systems from Tesla3. They are a Tesla Powerwall Certified Installer. Powerwall is a rechargeable home battery system that lets you store solar energy generated during the day and use it at night, which allows you to self-power your home and reduce your reliance on the utility grid.
Please note that this information is current as of the time of my last update and may have changed. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please visit the company’s official website or contact them directly.
Licenses & Certifications
NC General Contracting License No. 69583
NC Electrical Contractors License 33569-U
- NABCEP Board Certified PV Installation Professional
- BBB A+ accreditation
- REC certified installer
- Tesla Certified Subcontractor
- NREL accredited
- Solar Edge Professional Partner
Payment & Financing Options
NC Solar Now offers the following solar financing options:
- Upfront Purchase: Customers have the option to purchase their system upfront.
- Financing Through a Loan: NC Solar Now provides financing options through a loan. They offer no upfront costs or out-of-pocket expenses.
Please note that NC Solar Now does not offer a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), nor can customers choose to lease their system. It should be noted that leasing solar systems is currently illegal in North Carolina.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please visit the company’s official website or contact them directly.
Contact Information
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Phone number: 9198339096
Local Offices Addresses:
- Raleigh Office: 2509 Atlantic Ave, Raleigh, NC 27604
- Charlotte Office: 9700 Research Dr, Charlotte NC, 28262
Headquarters Address: 2509 Atlantic Ave, Raleigh, NC 27604
