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GreenBrilliance

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LAST UPDATED: April 20th, 2023

Founded in 2007, GreenBrilliance provides high-quality solar installations to residential, commercial, and governmental clients throughout the Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia (DMV) area. The company has been named the number one solar contractor in D.C. in 2020 by Solar Power World magazine, and has maintained top 500 contractor status since 2014.

GreenBrilliance also carries a number of industry-recognized certifications from both solar equipment manufacturers as well as certifying bodies like the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP).

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The Good

  • High Quality Solar Equipment and Service
  • Competitive Warranties
  • NABCEP Certified
  • Top Solar Contractor
  • Multiple Financing Options

High Quality Solar Equipment and Service

GreenBrilliance installs some of the best solar equipment available today. Featured among its top-tiered solar panel offerings is the company’s status as an REC Certified Solar Professional. REC Solar builds some of the most durable and energy-efficient solar panel modules on the market, with panels averaging 21.7 percent efficiency and coming with a solid 25-year warranty.

In addition to panels from REC Solar, the company also uses inverters from both SolarEdge and Enphase, both widely considered to be the top two micro inverter manufacturers in the industry. These choices allow customers to monitor the performance and output of individual solar panels to ensure maximum efficiency.

GreenBrilliance is also a certified Tesla Powerwall installer. The Tesla Powerwall is one of the premiere solutions in backup solar battery technology. Through the Powerwall, customers can harness and store excess solar energy for emergency or night use, further reducing their dependence on fossil fuels and the cost of their energy bill.

On top of its excellent equipment offering, GreenBrilliance provides expert service and maintenance, including in-depth diagnostics and cleaning of core system components as well as expert analysis of the latest fire and building codes.

Competitive Warranties

As mentioned above, solar PV systems installed by GreenBrilliance are protected by a 25-year equipment warranty, which defends the system against problems caused by defective products.

GreenBrilliance also provides its own, industry-leading 25-year workmanship warranty, which protects the system against damage or other problems caused during the installation process. Industry experts identify 25 years as the expected lifespan of the average system, so this is essentially a lifetime warranty.

NABCEP Certified

GreenBrilliance has taken its level of expertise a step further than most companies by employing solar experts who have been certified by the NABCEP, an industry-respected organization that has authored some of the most rigorous and intensive solar certifications in the world. The best solar companies are often armed with an NABCEP certification as a way to distinguish themselves from the crowd.

Top Solar Contractor

GreenBrilliance has received a number of accolades from Solar Power World magazine, both for the amount of solar energy it has installed, as well as its performance as a solar company. In addition to being named a top 500 solar contractor every year from 2014 to 2020. The company also has a number of achievements pertaining to 2020 specifically:

  • #1 solar contractor in D.C.
  • #37 in overall solar plus storage solutions
  • #54 rooftop solar contractor
  • #63 residential solar contractor

Multiple Financing Options

GreenBrilliance offers a full slate of financing options to help customers make the switch to solar:

  • Cash Purchase — For customers with the funds necessary to finance their system out of pocket, GreenBrilliance gives them the option to purchase their solar panel system upfront.
  • Solar Loan — Through the company’s partnership with LoanPal, a leading solar lender, customers can finance their system through a solar loan for a low fixed rate and zero money down.
  • Solar Lease — For customers who want all the energy saving benefits of a solar power system without the financial burden of ownership, solar leasing allows them to rent the system at a low monthly rate.
  • Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) — Similar to a solar lease, a power purchase agreement lets homeowners buy the energy their systems produce.
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The Bad

  • Limited to the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia Area

Limited to the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia Area

Unfortunately, GreenBrilliance only serves clients in the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area. Local companies like this, while often boasting local expertise in a niche market, may still find themselves disadvantaged to leading solar companies with a national presence in terms of name recognition and public clout.

Promoting verified GreenBrilliance reviews from real customers may be an effective way to spread the word about the company’s excellent service and product.

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The Bottom Line

Customers in the tri-state area will find few companies that can match the service, expertise, and product offerings that GreenBrilliance brings to the table. The company offers financial solutions that fit almost any budget, and build high-quality systems designed to last. For customers living in its service area, GreenBrilliance is worth investigating and obtaining a quote from.

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16 Reviews

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Sam Smith Richmond, VA

When I first purchased from GreenBrilliance, I would have given 5 stars. After my house almost burning down and their being unresponsive for 2-3 months. They did eventually (4 months total) repair the system, but having missed prodcution from Oct through Jan, I will now come up short on my netmeetering for the summer. The Owner, Amir, had promised some assistance due to their slow and extremely long time to repair the system. Now when I email and call I get ZERO response. Do NOT go with GreenBrilliance, you may like the initial price but the service, support and communcation are non-existent.

1 month ago

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Danielle Dixson Lewes, DE

We have had a horrible experience with this company. It has been 8 months since we signed the contract and so far we don’t have working solar panels. 1st they changed where the panels were on our new roof and moved some to the other side of the house which does not get as much light. We were not told about this change and holes had already been drilled into our roof when we found out about the shift in placement. These panels do get considerably less light and it would have been nice to have the option to not put panels in the first place and save money rather than have panels on our roof that are in a sub-optimal position. 2. When we finally got our system put in one of the main parts was broken. We were told 4 weeks, 9 weeks later we still don’t have the system working. I was told that the issue was the part getting shipped from the supplier. When I called the supplier I found out they had received it already. That was communicated with them a week ago and we still don’t even have an appointment set up to install. My spouse and I have resorted to both sending update requests and those are still ignored. They are a very good company before the contract is signed. Were very helpful and seemed like they were going to be easy to work with, however once pen hit paper, it has been radio silence. We have to follow up constantly and get no where. This has been REALLY frustrating process and I strongly advise others to reconsider working with this company.

4 months ago

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David M ,

I had a very positive experience with Green Brilliance. They were professional and were excellent with regard to communicating - they would return my calls before the end of the day and were thorough in addressing my concerns. They addressed my questions and concerns with detailed answers and gave me a good understanding of the process from beginning to end. I would use this company again if I move to another property.

2 years ago

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Raj T Perry Hall, MD

Good company, very competitive turn key price wise and has inhouse installation team. Engineering team as well as Kumar from installation team was very nice, left area clean after the job. I highly recommend for going GREEN.

2 years ago

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Syndee Groves NJ

I found this information not correct. I read these reviews when I hired them but my experience has been very different. When they installed the panels the first storm that came through blew two panels across my field. They did not keep me posted as to the progress of the job. They kept telling me they were waiting for the plans to be approved and permit issued by the county. When I talked to the county I was told the plans had been approved and was waiting for pick up. The workers on the job didn’t have a copy of the approved plans on the job. After so called completion of job I was waiting for the meter to be switched by the power company. When I contacted the power company, Greenbrilliance had not even submitted the application required to them. Once that was corrected and the power company came out the panels didn’t work and they discovered the application submitted didn’t match the work. When I call, text, and email they are very slow to respond if at all.

1 year ago

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verona downer Bowie, MD

It was an awesome experience for me ... Jedi Solar entertained us while the crew set hard at work... Omg it was a lovely experience for me...Thank you greenBrillance and most of all I thank the crew who made the job supe.

2 years ago

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Frederick Daring Washington, DC

The installation was professional done and the workers were polite and cleaned up behind themselves Overall I was sap and now await the performance of the system Thanks for a job well done

2 years ago

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Gary Dziekan Washington, DC

GreenBrillance was very good in customer service. The overall experience was good as well. The reason for the lower review is that the day of the install a different panel was installed than we had in our contract. Same brand but 10 watts lower. I caught the mistake and was told that was all that is available. I said it was no a huge problem as they where good panels as well just a bit less power so o would take a credit. Only $200 was credited and I feel that is an insult on a 25 panel system and I was the one who found the mistake....

2 years ago Edited September 14, 2021

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Quaid Ft. Washington, MD

Greenbrilliance and other companies like Vivint are trying to SCAM people; especially the elderly. Make sure they tell you the cost upright and upfront.Make sure you get paper receipts right away. You only have 3 DAYS to cancel. Do not sign anything until you see a paper contract with figures and numbers. The sales rep is mischievous and devious. You will be told that it is free with tax credits and shown people with checks from govt and power companies. LIES. Nothing belongs to you-All to the solar company. It is an exorbitant one sided contract. Do not give someone control over your house and your life. We work too hard to get scam by this kind of crap. .................................. Need to put a star to comment. What bull!!!

1 year ago

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Scotti Allen Bel Air, MD

Very professional solar energy provider! The crew is very professional and quality check is also impressive. Especially 32 point inspection. Best solar company to recommend.

2 years ago

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cass carter District Heights, MD

Installation went very smooth. Installers were courteous and cleaned up afterwards. A very good experience.I would have no problem recommending Green Brillance

2 years ago

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Carla Cherrie Windsor Mill, MD

They were fast and they explained every step of the installation amazing.A good Company I recommend BestCompany and best solar energy provider.

2 years ago

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Arthur Decker Halethorpe, MD

Company is very dedicated to getting the job done. Very respectful staff and crew.

2 years ago

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Brian Richardson Pasadena, MD

Came early and finished early. My type of work and did a great job! THANKS!

2 years ago

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Sam Stepney Ft. Washington, MD

The staff and workers were very prompt and professional with the installation!

2 years ago Edited September 14, 2021

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George Turner Upper Marlboro, MD

Very professional and quality service. Completed job as expected.

2 years ago Edited September 14, 2021