Deca Solar
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Author: Kaitlyn Short
Lumio has absorbed Deca Solar.
Deca Solar is no longer in business. Lumio has absorbed the company.
Founded in 2009 and with offices in Arlington and Corpus Christi, Texas, Deca Solar has completed hundreds of residential solar installation projects across the Lone Star State, tailored to each home’s energy needs and household budget. The solar company is an Authorized Elevation Solar Dealer, meaning Deca installs superior equipment and provides top-level customer service.
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The Good
- Authorized Elevation Solar Dealer
Authorized Elevation Solar Dealer
Deca Solar is an Authorized Elevation Solar Dealer. Elevation Solar is one of the nation’s leading solar providers as well as a 2019 Energy Star award winner; its dealers offer customers the following:
- Superior solar products — including energy-efficient solar cells from Panasonic and inverters and solar energy monitoring services from Enphase; all equipment consequently comes with a 25-year manufacturer’s warranty
- Award winning customer service — providing the homeowner with a dedicated solar project manager and customer care specialist who are on board for the duration of the solar installation process
The Bad
- No Solar Lease or PPA
- Average Workmanship Warranty
- No NABCEP Certification
No Solar Lease or PPA
Deca Solar only offers customers the options of directly purchasing their solar panel systems, or financing the system through a zero money down solar loan. Both options grant homeowners access to several solar incentives, including the Federal Solar Tax Credit.
However, both require thousands of dollars in investment. Solar leases and power purchase agreements, meanwhile, are better for homeowners on limited budgets, as they allow customers to rent the system or energy it produces at a fixed rate over 20 to 25 years.
Average Workmanship Warranty
Deca Solar provides a workmanship warranty good for 10 years, considered the industry average. This warranty protects the solar energy system against damage caused during the installation process along with necessary maintenance. Leading solar companies offer workmanship warranties good for 25 years, or the lifetime of the system.
No NABCEP Certification
Deca Solar does not appear to hold a certification from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP), widely considered the gold standard in solar installation training in the solar industry. While this in no way suggests poor quality or professionalism on the part of the company, an NABCEP certification signal’s a company’s true expertise, and can be the difference maker for some customers.
The Bottom Line
Solar customers living in Texas who are looking for a local installer with a zero money down financing option, might find success with Deca Solar. The company brings years of experience and a key industry partnership in Elevation Solar to the table. Customers are encouraged to read verified Deca Solar reviews and compare the company’s offering to leading solar installers in the area to determine if Deca Solar is right for them.
