YellowLite is a renewable energy company specializing in residential and commercial solar installations1. Their team specializes in grid-connected, stand-alone, and hybrid photovoltaic systems. They are based out of Cleveland, OH, and have expanded to both residential and commercial markets, currently serving the Midwest region including Ohio, Michigan, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Indiana, and New York.
YellowLite was established in 2009. After years of experience working with the solar leading technology distributors, the top executives decided to launch their own venture with a vision to preserve the environment by making solar energy more accessible to the masses1.
Since YellowLite’s inception, their core mission has stayed the same i.e., to design and install solar energy systems for both commercial and residential consumers. They are committed to getting solar energy into the mainstream as an alternative to non-renewable energy sources that are badly damaging our environment.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cost-effective: YellowLite provides one of the best systems in terms of energy generation, as well as least expensive by a wide margin.
- Professional Installation: The installation crew were very efficient and professional.
- Informative: They were very informative and prompt on answering any questions anytime.
- Local Business: Many customers prefer to stay with a local business.
- Positive Reviews: Most of the customers have given positive reviews about their service.
Cons
Post-Completion Support: Some customers have reported issues with post-completion support.
Reviews
Positive Reviews
“I had several estimates for my solar project and ended up with Yellowlite. They were very informative and prompt on answering any questions anytime. Also wanted to stay with a local business. So many other solar companies are not even based in my area. Yellowlite is the way to go and will be referred. Thank You Yellowlite for making this project carefree of any issues from day one to the finish line.”1
“Of the four quotes (one outside of EnergySage), YellowLite was the best system in terms of energy generation, as well as least expensive by a wide (about 20K) margin. The installation crew were very efficient and professional, as were all the folks who were involved in the project planning, surveys and service initiation.”
“We chose YellowLite because they provided the best price per kilowatt of the companies we looked at. They were responsive to our many questions and concerns, and did the install faster than expected, with a little help from mother nature and a warm winter. The install went smooth, even with us on vacation during the final connection.”
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Negative Reviews
“No support of projects post ‘completion’. I contracted Yellow lite in 2020 to install a larger grid-tied commercial solar array on the roof of my single-story building after bidding the project to multiple contractors. Yellowlite was very responsive, provided good information and assurances of future support. During their initial site inspection, it was noted that the roof was dated and would need replacement/repair in the next 5 years; to which the team member (BILAL SAEED) informed me that this was no issue with the solar system, we would simply contact them and arrange to have the panels removed while work was completed and that they would then set them back up. This was in fact essential to maintain the labor and parts warrantees that were included with the initial installation. Fast-forward 3 years; It required 2 weeks to get a response back from Yellowlite to my service request to have the system moved for work and later installed. I contacted by phone (call center), email, and through the website. The reply back from JESSE VARNER was: “I apologize for the delay while I’ve been out of office helping in the field. We’re currently focusing on helping folks get their systems installed before the end of the year, so the soonest we’re scheduling system removals like this would be the spring. You are welcome to pursue other companies in the meantime, or you can reach us again in the spring for a quote if you’re still interested in our assistance.” Through further communications, he confirmed that 1) this service is NOT included in any of the previous agreements, 2) anyone else doing the work would void Yellowlite’s warrantees.”
“Installed product as advertised. NOT interested in support or backing up their warrantee. I contracted Yellow lite in 2020 to install a larger grid-tied commercial solar array on the roof of my single-story building after bidding the project to multiple contractors. Yellowlite was very responsive, provided good information and assurances of future support. During their initial site inspection, it was noted that the roof was dated and would need replacement/repair in the next 5 years; to which the team member (BILAL SAEED) informed me that this was no issue with the solar system, we would simply contact them and arrange to have the panels removed while work was completed and that they would then set them back up. This was in fact essential to maintain the labor and parts warrantees that were included with the initial installation. Fast-forward 3 years; It required 2 weeks to get a response back from Yellowlite to my service request to have the system moved for work and later installed. I contacted by phone (call center), email, and through the website. The reply back from JESSE VARNER was: “I apologize for the delay while I’ve been out of office helping in the field. We’re currently focusing on helping folks get their systems installed before the end of the year, so the soonest we’re scheduling system removals like this would be the spring. You are welcome to pursue other companies in the meantime, or you can reach us again in the spring for a quote if you’re still interested in our assistance.” Through further communications, he confirmed that 1) this service is NOT included in any of the previous agreements, 2) anyone else doing the work would void Yellowlite’s warrantees.”
“Communication was spotty before project installation, but things really took off from there and I honestly cannot recommend YellowLite highly enough. Installation took less than one day. The SolarEdge app lets you see exactly what your system is generating every hour of every day.”
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Areas covered
- Ohio
- Illinois
- Michigan
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- Indiana
- Kentucky
- West Virginia
- Virginia
Services
- Residential Solar Panels
- Commercial Solar Panels
- Solar Financing
- Project Support
Types of Solar Systems Offered: YellowLite specializes in grid-connected, stand-alone, and hybrid photovoltaic systems. They offer two main types of crystalline silicon modules that are mass-produced on the market today: Monocrystalline modules and Polycrystalline modules. They also offer a variety of commercial solar systems including rooftop arrays, ground-mounted structures, and solar canopies.
Maintenance Services: YellowLite offers a 10-year Limited Warranty on solar panel maintenance services1. They provide complete solar panel maintenance services for system repairs, damaged solar panels, replacement parts, system diagnostics, and energy monitoring.
Additional Services: YellowLite offers energy storage services, solar installation, financing, monitoring, system diagnosis, and spare parts4. Each solar power system they install includes a monitoring system that alerts them to any unusual changes in energy production.
Brands Sold
- Solar Panel Brands: YellowLite offers solar panels from several manufacturers. Some of the most popular brands they install include Canadian Solar, SolarWorld, and SunPower1. They also offer equipment from brands like Generac PWRcell, LG Solar, and Silfab.
- Inverter Brands: YellowLite does not specify the brands of inverters they use on their website. However, they mention that there are three types of inverters in the market: String Inverters, Micro inverters, and Power Optimizers4. It’s best to contact YellowLite directly for specific inverter brand information.
- Battery Brands: YellowLite offers energy storage solutions from several manufacturers. They are a certified installer for Tesla Powerwall, which is known for its high efficiency and reliability. They also offer the Generac PWRcell energy storage battery, which is known for its large capacity and power output.
Licenses & Certifications
- State Licenses: YellowLite has the required licenses to professionally install a solar power system1. These licenses are mandated by state-level governments to ensure safety standards.
- YellowLite is a NABCEP Certified company.
- BBB A+ Rating
Payment & Financing Options
- Full Purchase
- Solar Loans
- Home equity lines of credit (HELOCs)
- Clean Energy Credit Union
- Sunlight Financial
Contact Information
Phone Number(s): (216) 333-13641
Local office in Mokena, IL: (630) 296-6307
Email: [email protected]
Local Offices Addresses: 9981 W 190th Street, Unit K-1, Mokena, IL 604482 – PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Headquarters Address: 1925 St Clair Ave NE Suite #250, Cleveland, Ohio 441143
