Is Vision Solar a legit company?

Vision Solar is a legit company with the essential state licenses to operate as an electrical contractor. It has been installing solar power systems for some years now, and although customers have experienced a variety of issues, the company’s legitimacy is not in question.

Is Vision Solar a good deal for homeowners?

While Vision Solar’s low up-front costs may make systems from the company seem like a good deal, the amount customers save on their utility bills, along with the degree of post-installation support the company provides, don’t appear to be impressive.

Will using Vision Solar lower my electricity bill?

Using a decently installed solar panel system will definitely lower your electricity bill. Vision Solar’s website informs prospective customers that they can save up to 20% on their electric bills3 but on a different page states the average electric bill savings is $200 per month.4 The discrepancy may be attributable to the difference between leased and purchased systems.

Is Vision Solar expensive?

Vision Solar is one of the least expensive solar installation companies in the U.S., which has pushed its rapid growth. However, fast growth does not make it one of the nation’s best solar companies. As mentioned before, the cost of a system can never be the sole criterion of how good the deal is.

Where is Vision Solar available?

Vision Solar’s headquarters are located at 501 East Black Horse Pike, Blackwood, NJ 08012. Vision Solar is also available in Arizona, Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Texas.

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Written by Aniket Bhor

Reviewed by Kristina Zagame

Updated as of March 20, 2023

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Founded in 2018, Vision Solar has shown rapid growth through aggressive pricing and a bias toward selling solar systems with power purchase agreements (PPA). This Vision Solar review explores the company’s costs, services, quality, pros and cons and more.

Is Vision Solar a Good Solar Company?

Vision Solar has promising qualities but also a number of red flags. Most importantly, many customers have experienced misleading marketing practices and sub-par customer service. Overall, we can’t be sure going with Vision Solar will give you positive results.

What Should You Know About Vision Solar?

Vision Solar was founded in 2018 in New Jersey by Jonathan Seibert. It operates in Arizona, Texas, Florida, Connecticut, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania.

Vision has grown rapidly owing to its competitive pricing and emphasis on power purchase agreements (PPAs) — selling systems with the promise of $0 down and no maintenance costs.

The company claims a commitment to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards, qualifying it, as it states on its website, “to provide wellness insights inside and outside of your home – all while helping you save money.”¹

However, as evidenced by an increasing number of negative reviews and a worsening BBB rating, the company is finding it difficult to maintain an acceptable level of quality across its activities while quoting low prices.

	Vision Solar Fast Facts
Year Started	2018
Service Areas	AZ, CT, FL, MA, PA, TX, NJ
Services Offered	Solar panel installations; energy efficiency upgrades
Types of Solar Equipment Offered	Varies
Certifications	Member of Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
Better Business Bureau Rating	C+

Vision Solar

Outstanding Regional Installer

EcoWatch rating

Average cost

Pros

Competitive pricing
Easy and efficient consultations

Cons

Low BBB rating
Issues with post-installation support
Issues with misleading marketing

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Vision Solar Services and Installation

Vision Solar LLC is a relatively new renewable energy company that offers solar power systems to residential customers. Here is an overview of the process of getting solar panels installed by Vision.

Solar Installation Experience

Comprehensive Home Assessment

As the first step, a sales representative from Vision’s team will visit your home to assess the size of your roof and whether it can support the weight of solar panels, and if your house receives enough sunshine. Vision will also take into account whether you want to connect your system to the electric grid.

Selecting Your Solar Panels

Next, Vision will work with you to choose the best type of solar panels for your home and determine how many are needed. Vision Solar offers monocrystalline silicon, polycrystalline silicon, and thin-film solar panels.

Permitting and Installation

As with any construction project, you’ll need to secure the proper permits from the jurisdiction you reside in. Vision Solar will assist in applying for permits and available solar incentives. The company promises it will install your system within a 24-hour window once permitting is complete, and that most installations take just 30 days from design to activation.²

If net metering is available to you and you choose to go with it, your electric utility must install a bidirectional meter for your system.

Vision Solar Customer Service

Vision Solar has what it refers to as a concierge team ready to address your inquiries and concerns. While the team is made up of friendly and polite professionals, a lot of customers have pointed out that, overall, Vision’s customer support is not very responsive.

Vision Solar Costs and Financing

One thing has propelled Vision Solar’s growth over the past five years: its remarkably competitive pricing. The cost of a solar system installed by Vision varies but is usually just over $2 per watt. Most premium installers come in at $3 per watt or more. Vision also offers financing options to make going solar easy.

Financing Options Through Vision Solar

The table below outlines the purchasing options offered by Vision Solar:

	Cash Purchase	Solar Loan	Solar Lease	Solar PPA
System Ownership	✓	✓
Maintenance Included			✓	✓
Upfront Cost	✓	✓
Added Property Value	✓	✓
Eligible for Tax Credit	✓	✓
Payment Due to	Solar Installer	Loan Provider	Solar Installer	Solar Installer

When it comes to buying options, different ones will suit different buyers. It’s important to understand each option in detail so you can make the best decision for you and your home. You can use our solar financing guide for a better understanding of all the available options.

Vision Solar Solar Panel Warranty

Vision Solar focuses primarily on PPAs and leases. Under these arrangements it remains responsible for owning and maintaining the installed system, so customers with leases or PPAs don’t need to be too concerned about warranties.

For customers who purchase their systems, Vision Solar doesn’t score massive points for its warranties. It offers none of its own — it simply passes along the ones provided by the manufacturers of the equipment it installs (for example, a 20- or 25-year warranty on solar panels or a 10-year warranty on inverters).

Vision Solar Reviews

Vision Solar may have completed a good number of installations over the years and have attractive pricing but its customer reviews tell a less-than-positive story. It’s clear from a flood of negative reviews that low cost is not the only thing you should look for when deciding on a solar installation company. In fact, some customers even referred to the company as a scam.

That being said, the company does have some positive feedback too. Let’s take a look at some positive and negative reviews.

Positive Vision Solar Reviews

“Vision Solar came out and outlined a plan that will save me money every month. My electric bill is replaced with a lower solar bill and my home is appreciating in value.”

– Mike via Trustpilot

“…we are glad that we made the switch because we are starting to see some solid savings [on] our Eversource bill. I think their salespeople are a little naive [about] how much goes into the actual installation (as were we). But after about 2 months, the panels are turned on and we have replaced our old bill with a new one that is about 23% lower. Overall a good decision.”

– Sarah S. via Yelp

Negative Vision Solar Reviews

“We started installing panels in August […] just finished 3 weeks ago […] took a month and a half to get my roof leak fixed […] now I have interior ceiling damage and all [the] company is doing is sending out contracts by email to sign, with no discussion [of] repairing inside damage.”

– Paul P. via Best Company

“They will do anything to sell you a solar system except tell you the truth. Promised $500 rebate, have not seen that or the $1000 they were going to send me to buy half a generator […] since they lied to me about having power even when my power company had problems. Do not walk, but run as far away from this company as you can.”

– Mindy M. via Trustpilot

Solar Energy Provider Comparison

Here’s how Vision Solar compares to select competitors:

	Vision Solar	Trinity Solar	Green Power Energy
EcoWatch Rating	3.0	4.0	4.5
Year Started	2018	1994	2009
Services Offered	Solar panel installations; energy efficiency upgrades	Solar panel and solar battery installations; energy-efficient upgrades	Solar panel, solar battery and electric vehicle charger installations
Service Areas	AZ, CT, FL, MA, PA, TX, NJ	FL, NJ, NY, CT, MA, PA, MD, RI, DE	NJ, CT, PA
BBB Rating	C+	A+	A+
Payment Options	Cash, loan, lease, PPA	Cash, loan, lease, PPA	Cash, loan, lease

Frequently Asked Questions

Below we’ve compiled some of the most common questions people ask about Vision Solar along with the answers. If you have specific questions that aren’t answered here, reach out to our team of solar experts at solar@ecowatch.com.

Aniket Bhor, Home Improvement Expert

Article author

Aniket Bhor is a solar engineer who has spent nearly a decade studying and working in the solar power sector in the European, Asian and North American markets. He recieved his Master’s degree in Renewable Energies from Germany at Technische Fachhochschule Wildau. He has since worked in the industry in a variety of capacities including Solar Energy Consultant, Business Development Head, Solar Entrepreneurship Trainer, and more recently writing for solar organizations including Venuiti Solutions, Green Integrations, Solengy, Ecotality.com. Overall, he is a climate enthusiast and avid cyclist, and he also loves to lose himself in books and cooking.

Kristina Zagame, Editor

Expert reviewer

Kristina Zagame is a journalist, editor and content writer with expertise in solar and other energy-related topics. Before joining EcoWatch, Kristina was a TV news reporter and producer, covering a wide variety of topics including West Coast wildfires and hurricane relief efforts. Kristina’s reporting has taken her all over the U.S., as well as to Puerto Rico and Chile.