Solar Panel Doctors
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Author: Kaitlyn Short
The Solar Panel Doctors is a family-owned and operated solar solutions company that operates throughout Southern California. The company specializes in solar panel cleaning, maintenance, and repair services. It can also install PV, pool, and water heating solutions, remove and re-install existing solar panels, install efficiency tilt systems, and place bird deterrents. The Solar Panel Doctors can activate and replace Enphase Energy micro-inverters and SolarEdge optimizers, as well.
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The Good
- Services for Existing Solar Customers
- Variety of Services
- Pricing Information
Services for Existing Solar Customers
While most solar companies try to draw in consumers with promises of initial savings and quick installation times, these services are meant to entice consumers who don’t already have a solar system.
The Solar Panel Doctors does things differently and primarily focuses on homeowners who already have a solar system. Although the company offers installation services, The Solar Panel Doctors specializes in cleaning, maintenance, and repair services.
Solar panels are incredibly durable but not indestructible. And, the older your panels are, the less efficient they become, especially if they are not properly maintained. Unfortunately, there is a lack of qualified companies/individuals who can properly restore a solar system. That’s where The Solar Panel Doctors come in.
Variety of Services
The Solar Panel Doctors is an excellent resource for homeowners simply because it offers such a variety of solar services. Whether you are scheduling a routine cleaning or need a cracked panel fixed, the company is capable of handling just about anything. If necessary, the company can even remove an entire solar system from your roof.
Pricing Information
The company includes some general pricing information on The Solar Panel Doctors’ website. This is extremely helpful for consumers, but unfortunately, not common within the industry. We appreciate the company including this information as it allows consumers to get a ballpark figure for how much their service will cost without contacting the company directly.
The Bad
- Undisclosed Information
- Unclear Service Area
Undisclosed Information
Unfortunately, some important information is missing from The Solar Panel Doctors website that we feel would help consumers make an informed decision as to whether or not they should work with this company.
The Solar Panel Doctors' website doesn’t include any information regarding warranty lengths. The company installs solar panels, but we don’t know which brands, so we can’t even guess how much or little coverage you’ll receive.
Additionally, there is also no mention of whether or not the company offers a warranty on its cleaning, maintenance, or repair services. This leaves consumers wondering what happens if they are unsatisfied with the provided service. Will they get their money back? Or will the company come out and re-clean the panels for free?
Because this information is not disclosed, we highly recommend asking about this during a consultation. Ensure you know exactly how long the warranty lasts and what is covered.
The website does not mention working with a specific bank or financial institution to help consumers finance a new solar system or repair an existing one. This could be problematic for consumers who don’t want or can’t pay for everything upfront. Again, we encourage consumers to ask about this. The Solar Panel Doctors may be willing to disclose more information during a consultation.
Unclear Service Area
We know that The Solar Panel Doctors office is located in Anaheim, California, and the company operates throughout Southern California. However, the website does not include which cities are within the service area.
Unfortunately, because The Solar Panel Doctors keeps its service area somewhat vague, many consumers will look into the company — possibly even schedule a consultation or site visit — only to find out that they are not eligible due to being outside the service area.
The Bottom Line
The Solar Panel Doctors is an excellent option for Southern California homeowners who already have a solar system.
Many solar companies know how to install a brand new solar system but fail to offer cleaning, maintenance, and repair services to help homeowners continue saving. This is unfortunate as many homeowners have few options to turn to as their panels become covered in dust, dirt, leaves, and other debris, hindering their ability to function properly.
Fortunately, The Solar Panel Doctors specializes in solar cleaning, maintenance, and repairs and offers these services to homeowners (and businesses). The company offers such a variety of services. It’s likely that whatever you need, they can help.
We appreciate the fact that The Solar Panel Doctors recognized that there was a gap within the industry and took action. Many solar clients struggle to find a company that will help them after their panels are installed and the dust has settled — literally. As a result, homeowners aren’t getting the savings they were promised and are left high and dry. The Solar Panel Doctors’ services are designed to help consumers get the most out of their solar system and continue saving for years to come.
