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LAST UPDATED: February 17th, 2023
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This solar company is out of business.

Due to difficulties adjusting to the changing solar industry landscape brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic, Ecomark Solar permanently closed its doors in October 2022.

Colorado residents are encouraged to investigate other solar companies in Colorado to help meet their solar needs.

EcoMark Solar was founded in 2010 with a passion for providing solar electricity to Colorado homeowners. From its humble grassroots beginning, the solar power company is now one of the largest solar companies on the Front Range and has received numerous awards for its installation volume and expertise. EcoMark Solar's focus remains on providing Colorado homeowners with systems that are designed to help them save money and gain energy independence.

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The Good

  • Transparent Pricing
  • Quality Solar Equipment
  • Awards and Certifications
  • Solar Loans through Bank of Colorado

Transparent Pricing

EcoMark Solar is a unique installer within the solar industry in that the company provides upfront pricing on a variety of different solar PV systems. According to data on the company website, Ecokmark Solar offers four standard* solar panel installation sizes:

  • Nano System — a two-panel, 600-watt system for $3,500
    Micro System — a four-panel, 1,200-watt system for $6,500
    Standard System — an eight-panel, 2,400-watt system for $9,500
    Macro System — a 20-panel, 6,000-watt system for $23,950

*Readers should note that these figures only account for the cost of the solar panel equipment, and not the total solar installation cost.

Quality Solar Equipment

Per social media postings, EcoMark Solar installs solar panels from REC Solar and solar inverters by SolarEdge. Both components are highly efficient and are designed to maximize the output of every solar energy system they're a part of. Solar panels from REC rank third in energy efficiency (21.7 percent) behind SunPower (22.8 percent) and LG (22.0 percent). SolarEdge inverters meanwhile maintain upwards of 98 percent efficiency in terms of translating solar power into usable electricity.

A high-efficiency system also improves the likelihood of saving money on homeowner's energy bills over the 25-year life of the solar panel system.

Awards and Certifications

EcoMark has been identified as a top 500 solar contractor in the nation by Solar Power World Magazine every year from 2014 to 2019. Since its founding in 2010, the company has installed solar energy solutions equating to more than 21,500 kilowatts in Colorado alone. As of 2019, the solar installer employs over 150 skilled professionals.

In addition to this accolade, EcoMark's technicians have also attained accreditation from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP). This certification is awarded to companies that enforce best solar industry practices and keep up to date on the latest developments on renewable energy technology.

Solar Loans through Bank of Colorado

Homeowners interested in making the switch to solar energy, but don't want to front the thousands of dollars to finance their system all at once, can apply for a special EcoMark Solar loan through Bank of Colorado. Bank of Colorado offers qualified applicants both 5- and 10-year social financing options, though details of those loans (rates, money down, etc.) are not disclosed upfront.

The company's solar loan and cash payment options, while more expensive than leasing or PPA, give owners access to valuable tax incentives and tax credits. They're also able to take advantage of Colorado's excellent net metering policy, which requires the utility company to credit them for any excess energy their solar power system produces.

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The Bad

  • Limited Availability
  • No Solar Lease or PPA Options

Limited Availability

As stated above, EcoMark Solar's focus is on Colorado homeowners and its services are only available in the Centennial State. While being a local provider does have its advantages, it limits those who have access to the company's services.

No Solar Lease or PPA Options

EcoMark does not appear to offer customers a solar lease or PPA option. These can be especially useful for customers who want all the advantages and energy savings of solar, without footing the high price or purchasing a solar panel system themselves.

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The Bottom Line

EcoMark Solar has several years of experience providing residential solar solutions. The company offers a referral program, hail damage coverage, and helpful resources for its customers. However, EcoMark Solar is currently only available in Colorado. If you live in elsewhere, you'll need to consider other options.

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John Iwanski Colorado Springs, CO

Ecomark made the process easy from start to finish. They contacted us for every step and made sure all of our questions were answered throughout the entire process. Our daily lives were hardly interrupted even during the installation of the solar panels. I could not believe how quickly and efficient the installation process was! Ecomark worked with our power company to get everything set up and I didn't have to make dozens of phone calls myself. I would certainly recommend contacting Ecomark if you are considering solar energy. Thank you for making this process easier than I could have ever imagined.

6 years ago

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Charles Festi

Ecomark Solar was great to do business with. All employees from the install team, to the engineers and all project coordinators/managers were very helpful and nice. I received emails every time the project moved to the next phase so I always knew the exact step the project was at. All of the employees I had contact with were willing to answer any question I had and they were genuinely concerned to answer my question correctly even if they had to call another employee. Overall I had a great experience with Ecomark Solar and I would recommend them to anyone looking to go Solar, especially since they are a Colorado based company.

6 years ago

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Andy De La Cruz Jr Colorado Springs, CO

Ecomark solar were very informative in awnsering our questions and were always able to speak to someone if we had any additional questions. The install team were very professional and always respectful when they were here at our home during the installation process. The staff at Ecomark solar kept us informed every step of the process from the time we agreed to purchase, to design, to building approval and even after installation when we were shown how to maintain, operate, and keep up on how our system is producing electricity.

4 years ago

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Matt DuFresne Castle Rock, CO

All of the staff that I have worked with at EcoMark has been very nice and accommodating. The product seams to be of very good quality and the installation process was professional. Two areas that I see for improvement are the length of the process from start to finish was over five months. The other was in communication during that time. I would recommend more and better communication with a backup to insure communication is happening to the level and expectation of the customer.

6 years ago

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Bill Kaplan Longmont, CO

Sales rep was very good and thoroughly explained everything and helped with the paperwork. Communication was good throughout the process, although a redesign was what caused a breakdown in communication. The install went great, but there was a delay in communication with the city of Longmont. Once the inspection was completed, the process went quickly. Longmont approved the project and the now 2 way meter has been working. All in all we are happy with our solar project and thank Ecomark for their hard work overcoming issues. Everyone was very friendly and professional. Thanks!

6 years ago

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Stephanie Calkins Arvada, CO

Process from start to finish was extremely easy and fast with communication from the project team whom handled almost all aspects required to complete the work. Panels look very nice and very impressed with the toolset used for future monitoring. Very excited about the future benefit and self generated electricity that is now possible thanks to this process.

6 years ago

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Anna Tucker Colorado Springs, CO

Ecomark has been fantastic to work with every step of the way! We never expected to be able to afford solar, but they make it easy and affordable. They explain everything really clearly and are great at answering questions. Ecomark makes the process of installing solar easy - they determine how many panels you need based on your average usage, communicate with your hoa, do all of the leg work for you. They are also very communicative so you know what is happening every step of the way. We have been very pleased with the process.

6 years ago

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Wade Pacheco Fort Collins, CO

The whole process from the sales representative to the installation to the follow-up and final stuff was smooth. We enjoyed each company employee that walked through the process with us. They explained each step of the way and the equipment use. We loved working with the company. Financing was easy and they helped us look at different options.

5 years ago

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Jane Gustafson Monument, CO

We were pleased with the process from sales through completion. Professional, courteous, informative, and available. We had a communication concern with scheduling of installation that was addressed and corrected. Overall a company we recommend and will use again.

6 years ago

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Jeff Gillette Parker, CO

The overall process from start to finish took about five months. There were a few snags and a couple times we had to communicate to move the process along, but overall we were happy with the overall project. We look forward to receiving clean renewable energy for years to come thanks to Ecomark.

6 years ago

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Christine Englewood, CO

The process was very easy - I didn't have a lot to do. They took care of all of it and continued to send me updates along the way. I live in an area where the HOA can be difficult to work with and I was pleasantly surprised that I never had to get involved in that approval process.

6 years ago

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Jeffrey Granger Colorado Springs, CO

From home show to initial visit to install and through setup, every rep was knowledgeable and professional. Every question was answered and the system is working as advertised. The system is neat, clean and relatively out of sight. Well done!

6 years ago

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Chris Wennberg

Ecomark has been a good company to work with. The install is neat and clean and the crew was very professional. The only complaint we have is that it seemed like we kept falling through the cracks and only moved forward when we reached out to the company.

6 years ago

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Jessica DiGiovanna Colorado Springs, CO

Our install process was timely and our questions were always answered. We were walked through each step of installation and treated with great respect along the way. We are excited to be generating now and feel comfortable that Ecomark will help us no matter how much time has passed.

6 years ago

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Russell Rhoads Fort Collins, CO

From sale of panels to re-roofing to install and final startup, EcoMark has been thorough and professional! Would recommend to anyone looking to install solar on their property!

5 years ago

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Victoria Conkrite Colorado Springs, CO

So far my experience with EcoMark from the solar lady to the installation has been excellent. I have already seen a significant reduction in my electric consumption for my first month from 602 kWh to 17 kWh, awesome.

6 years ago

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Mike Wood Mobile, AL

Overall experience was very good. Had trouble with finance and dealing with desk clerk. Crew that came to home did an awesome job with installing service and explaining how everything worked.

6 years ago

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Bonnie Darnell

The installation of the solar system went very smoothly and quickly. Everyone we've worked with has been helpful and understanding. I can't think of anything I would change about the process.

6 years ago

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Frank Goring Colorado Springs, CO

Enjoyed working with Ecomark Solar. They guided me through the process and looks like they will guide me through the rest of the steps. I look forward to working with them more in the future.

6 years ago

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matthew schwartz Brighton, CO

I was very impressed with the whole process. The installers were very professional. Any time delays in the process were from waiting on permits (in other words it was out of Ecomark's hands). I would totally recommend them!

6 years ago

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Ken Colorado Springs, CO

Process went smoothly. All stages of installation were explained and proceeded on time and in a very professional manner. 100% satisfied with all work and the system.

6 years ago

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CHARLES JOHNSON

The process of purchase and installation went well until we encountered problems with the inverter which are still being addressed. Hopefully we will be operating soon.

6 years ago

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Scott C. Carter Berthoud, CO

Ecomark has been very professional from the day that we decided to purchase the system. Communication throughout the process has been excellent!

6 years ago

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Jamie Grabowski Colorado Springs, CO

EcoMark Solar is great! Very smooth process from start to finish.

6 years ago

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Dale Lanan Longmont, CO

Looks great and works well. Very clean and smart.

6 years ago