Sunpower by Kamtech Solar
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Author: Kaitlyn Short
Kamtech Solar is a SunPower dealer, meaning the company brings tier-1 technology, solar panel design, and quality workmanship to each residential and commercial solar project. The Kamtech Solar team provides end-to-end solar panel consultation, design, engineering, and installation services for those looking to harness clean, renewable energy utilizing some of the best technology on the market.
To date, Kamtech Solar has serviced thousands of satisfied clients and helped individuals and companies save on monthly energy bills. Kamtech Solar also is a local provider working to better the community it serves. The SunPower panels used in Kamtech Solar installations are rated best in class for both durability and cost-effectiveness.
Kamtech Solar has earned the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) accreditation for its work as a quality solar installer. All Kamtech Solar professionals are trained and equipped with the knowledge needed to provide a high level of service and assist clients throughout the solar process. In order to be a NYSERDA Quality Solar Installer, companies have to meet a high level of standards and exceed annual quality assurance criteria.
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The Good
- Custom Roofing Solutions
- Alternative Financing
- Transparent Installation Timeline
- Online Solar Calculator
Custom Roofing Solutions
There are many solar installation companies that require perfect logistics to make solar installation happen. A roof has to be facing or angled a specific way for installation to work. Other companies will refuse to install a system on various roof materials. Kamtech Solar's installation professionals provide custom solutions for the following roof types:
- Flat roofs
- Clay
- Slate
- Metal
- Asphalt
Instead of turning potential clients away, the Kamtech Solar team identifies solutions and design the ideal system for the most efficient energy generation.
Alternative Financing
While purchasing a solar system in cash is an option, and offers the best return on investment, it is simply not possible for many homeowners looking to take the plunge into solar. Kamtech Solar clients in need of alternative financing can access the following options:
Solar Lease
- $0 out of pocket
- 25-year term
- Rent the system
- 25-year system guarantee
- Transferable lease
Solar Loan
- $0 upfront costs
- Claim tax incentives
- 25-year loan terms
- Credit score of 640+ required
- 25-year product warranty
- Low monthly payments that allow for savings
Most solar companies offer some sort of alternative financing. Kamtech Solar arms its clients with two different financing solutions that allow property owners the flexibility needed to make solar work.
Transparent Installation Timeline
The solar installation industry is riddled with salesmen that promise the world to those interested in having a solar system installed. Unfortunately, many of these promises and claims are not backed up by real action. Insallation speed is commonly over promised and under delivered.
Kamtech Solar takes the guesswork out of the installation timeline and discloses accurate estimates for each step of the installation process:
- Site sssessment: 2–5 days
- Engineering and design: 3–5 weeks
- Permits: 8–10 weeks
- Install: 2–3 days
- Inspection: 3–8 weeks
- System activation: 2–4 weeks
Not many solar installation providers are disclosing these timeline breakdowns and instead focus on the minimal time it actually takes to put the panels on the roof. Kamtech Solar continues to utilize transparent strategies to provide its clients with realistic expectations.
Online Solar Calculator
Making a decision about solar installation and design can be difficult, particularly for homeowners about to make the substantial financial investment. Most solar companies will utilize a number of selling tactics to convince homeowners to take the plunge. Instead of doing that Kamtech Solar arms its clients with information.
Kamtech Solar offers an online calculator which will provide prospective clients with a custom solar savings potential. The details and information outlined in this report will help prospective clients determine whether or not solar is the right fit for their individual needs.
The Bad
- Undisclosed Workmanship Warranty
- Unknown Inverter Equipment
Undisclosed Workmanship Warranty
SunPower dealers like Kamtech Solar have access to one of the best and most complete equipment and production warranties in the industry. This warranty encompasses complete coverage of the entire system. Clients can easily utilize key components of the warranty.
Most solar installers also offer a workmanship warranty. This warranty protects against any issues stemming from the installation work and is generally covered for 10 years. There is no mention of Kamtech Solar offering any sort of workmanship warranty, despite it being an industry standard.
Unknown Inverter Equipment
While panels are the most visible piece of equipment in a solar system, they are not the only pieces of equipment that make harnessing power from the sun possible. In fact, some would argue that the most critical piece of solar equipment is the inverter due to its function in the solar conversion process.
While Kamtech Solar disclosed its use of SunPower equipment when installing solar panels and batteries, it has not disclosed what inverters are used in its installation process. Most solar installers will disclose this equipment information, but Kamtech Solar has failed to do so.
The Bottom Line
Kamtech Solar provides professional solar design and installation services for both residential and commercial clients in New York and New Jersey. The Kamtech Solar installers are qualified to provide customized roofing solutions installing systems on a wide variety of roofs. Through Kamtech Solar, property owners can utilize alternative financing to make the solar investment more affordable.
Kamtech Solar provides a transparent installation timeline, which is uncommon in an industry where promises are regularly unkept. Lastly, prospective clients interested in what Kamtech Solar can do for them can access the online solar calculator to determine estimated savings and make the most informed purchasing decision possible.
There are a number of reasons to consider Kamtech Solar for installation services, but there are limitations to note. Despite offering an industry-leading equipment and production warranty, there is no mention of a workmanship warranty despite competitors offering this feature to clients. Also, Kamtech Solar does not disclose inverter technology making it difficult to determine the quality level of critical equipment.
Prospective solar clients interested in having a solar system installed on their property from start to finish by a qualified solar dealer and installer will likely benefit from what Kamtech Solar has to offer. Those interested in utilizing alternative equipment will need to look elsewhere.
