Vision Solar

• Cost Savings
• SunPower Solar Panels
• 24-Hour Installation
• Zero-Down Financing

Cost Savings

Vision Solar advertises that customers can save up to 20% on their monthly electric bills after switching to solar. This can provide significant cost savings over time, making solar an attractive option for homeowners looking to reduce expenses.

SunPower Solar Panels

Vision Solar has partnered with some of the best solar panel and solar inverter manufacturers in the world. Most notable among its solar panel partners is SunPower, the solar industry's leader in high-efficiency solar panel production. SunPower solar panels average an efficiency rating of 22.8 percent, second to none. SunPower's solar energy solutions also come with an industry-leading 25-year materials warranty.

In addition to SunPower, Vision Solar has also partnered with Enphase Energy, one of the top solar inverter manufacturers in the world. Enphase microinverters not only convert solar power into residential electricity at an incredibly high rate, but they also monitor the performance of individual solar panels. Through Enphase's app, Vision Solar can detect any damage or problems with a given solar panel and instantly call the homeowner to set up a repair appointment.

24-Hour Installation

Vision Solar boasts one of the fastest solar panel installation windows in the industry — 24 hours. Many solar installation companies can take up to a week to install a solar system, or leave you wondering as to how long the process will take.

A 24-hour installation window means that once the site survey, energy evaluation, solar array design, and permit pulling stages are complete, homeowners can begin saving up to 30 percent on their monthly utility bill after only a single-day installation.

Zero-Down Financing

The company offers solar loan options that start at $0 down. This can make it more accessible for customers who might not have the upfront funds to invest in a solar panel system.

Vision Solar also provides customers with a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA). A PPA operates much like a solar lease and offers zero-money down financing with monthly payments that are often lower than the electric bill for most residential homes. 

PPAs also place the entire burden of ownership on the installation solar company, meaning all installation, maintenance, and repair fees are footed by Vision Solar, and not the homeowner; all the homeowner is paying for is the amount of solar power the system produces each month.

Note that while a PPA is incredibly cost-effective, it does have its limitations. For example, people who sign up for a PPA do not own the solar PV system, meaning they cannot take advantage of available tax credits and solar incentives.

• No Workmanship Warranty Information
• Limited State Availability
• No NABCEP Certification
• Negative Vision Solar Reviews

No Workmanship Warranty Information

Vision Solar does not provide workmanship warranty information for its solar systems. The provided information also does not specify the types of solar batteries (if available) used in its installations. Customers may want more transparency on the products they are investing in as well as warranty assurance to ensure quality and efficiency.

For PPA customers, the company takes care of all maintenance and repairs at no cost to the solar customers, no workmanship warranty is necessary, as this type of warranty protects panel owners against errors caused during the installation process.

Limited State Availability

Vision Solar serves specific states, including Arizona, Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Texas, and New Jersey. If you reside outside of these areas, you will need to consider alternative solar providers.

No NABCEP Certification

The solar company does not appear to have a certification from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP). The NABCEP is widely regarded in the solar industry as a premier certification provider. Companies with this certification indicate that their technicians have undergone advanced training and are well versed in the best installation practices.

While the lack of a NABCEP certification does not imply poor installation quality on the part of Vision Solar, its presence can sometimes be the difference between choosing one company or another for a customer.

Negative Vision Solar Reviews

Unfortunately, a number of customers have had negative experiences with Vision Solar, be they related to not being able to speak to customer service in a timely manner, waiting long periods of time before actually getting the panels installed, noticing roof damage after the solar panels have been installed, or just generally experiencing unpleasant interactions with the company or its representatives.

While the current reviews on Best Company are generally negative, every customer experience is unique. The best thing consumers can do is thoroughly research the solar companies they are interested in, and compare quotes from multiple companies to ensure they are getting the best deal for their situation.