Kasselman Solar

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Updated: 11 October 2024
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Installing solar since 2014

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4.40 from 82 Reviews

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Breakdown of consumer reviews

Sales Process

4.6

Price as quoted

4.6

On schedule

4.6

Installation quality

4.7

After sales support

4.5

Latest good review thumbs up

LaGrange Schyler | Poughkeepsie, New York | 11/06/2024

The process was simple and all questions were answered promptly.

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Latest bad review thumbs down

Dave | Brewster, New York | 10/06/2024

Buyer Beware

Kasselman told me I’d receive an interest rate of 3.5% based on location and setting up ACH and that was so untrue, my rate stood at 6.99% despite them telling me it would automatically go to the 3.5%. Was so mislead and now it’s costing me over $9,000 in interest over the term of the loan. Company communication is very poor and they didn’t even try to help me out, they pretty much said “oh well”. All that being said the work was well done and I’m happy with the solar system, the interest rate and poor communication gets them a 1 star.

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Neet/Marsh | Stratford, New York | 10/11/2024

very good all around experience

We were complete novices to specifics about solar and are not technically minded. Out initial contact rep. and project manager kept us on track, informed, and explained nicely. The project ran smoothly enough with no complaints. We are saving huge amounts of money each month, and are thrilled to be producing our own power. Since we have heat pump heating and hot water we are saving the max. It was a great decision.

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Marc | Schenectady, New York | 08/08/2024

Perfect is good enough!!

Our Kasselman Solar system has been up & running for 6 years now. During this time it has produced over 51Mwh of clean energy with no issues. Year after year, we produce the same amount electricity that we consume. This not only saves us money - it also makes us feel good about doing our part. I believe the folks at Kasselman Solar are second to none when it comes to the knowledge, quality and workmanship needed to help us all make a difference. Thank you and keep up the good work!

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Robert M | Shokan, New York | 07/10/2024

Incompetent Staff and Workmanship

I have been a customer of Kasselman for 4 years. I will start by saying the install was done very clean but that is only due to the fact I am in the industry and was able to watch them work. I have had nothing but issues with the equipment since the install and along with the horrible customer service this company provides. I have spoken with the owner, you would think he would care about his company, but I was sadly mistaken. I would also like to add that this company sent a very unqualified person to open my MSP and check the wiring that they had previously installed. When this so called "electrician" which he was not left my home. I proceeded to check the MSP to see what was completed only to find my generator breaker jammed into the on position. The scary part it was jammed under the safety lock that does not allow both breakers to be on at once. The two breakers I am referring to is your Main and the generator 50-amp breaker. Oh, to make it worse they installed this so that adds to how disturbed I am by the lack of knowledge and also lack of safety on Kasselman's part since he was not a licensed electrician working in a main panel Please realize this business sends unlicensed and unqualified people to work on the electric at your home never considering the safety of their clients and families. This is not something to play with especially when they are performing work that is supposed to be done by someone licensed and are just a step away from burning a home or business down I will be taking my complaint to the state licensing board and push for this company to be evaluated. This is just a recipe for disaster gambling with people lives by not following state electrical guidelines along with NYSERDA's. They claim to be on the up and up, but I have had the privilege of speaking with the techs there and they said they do this all the time and don't care about how the work gets done as long as they get paid! I also still have my original issues with the roof.

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Reply from Kasselman Solar: We are sorry you feel you have had horrible service. Upon looking into this further, we are not necessarily clear how it is possible to have a breaker turned into the on position with a generator interlock kit without extensive damage to your panel, and after a recent service call, there was no damage. At Kasselman Solar, we take all reviews seriously and strive to improve our service based on customer input. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Thank you again for bringing this to our attention. -Kasselman Solar Team

Robert and Pamela | Albany, New York | 03/12/2024

Solar panels installation

We installed solar panels on our flat-roofed stucco house. Kasselman Solar did a fine job, from the initial help we got from its salesperson, Mark Bomba, to the final installation itself and the assistance from Matt Christian, our project manager. Everything went very smoothly. The system is up and running well. We haven't had any problems.

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Tim Q | Galway, New York | 10/05/2023

Professional, Highly Capable and Thoughtful

The experience was seamless. Many times you go into these large projects not knowing if the partner you select will live up to expectations. From the initial inquiry to the planning all the way through installation, this was a very comfortable experience. At no point in time did we feel they did not have our best interests in mind. Our install was a 72 panel array with trenching and all the things inbetween. They did a tremendous job from our project manager to the guys on the ground. They were thoughtful about our property and made sure they minimzed any impact to the land. From the electricians to the installers to the guys doing the trenching to the PM and the upfront sales folks; they are top quality and you can feel assured they'll do the job right for any sized project.

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Downtown Albany residential roof | Albany, New York | 09/29/2023

I'm day 1 after activation of my system and unfortunately a cloudy day so haven't been able see full performance of the array but the interface and monitor system is very slick! The communication of the sales team and crew was very good. They answered all my questions about the process and worked with me in outfitting the best array for my application. 4 stars "on schedule" as we were delayed some in the the outset of the project and getting the project finished. This is partly my fault too though as we had to rectify schedules. Communication good throughout. 4 stars on installation quality because there was some scrap installation materials left on my roof. Not a lot of material but a little messy though not a big deal.

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Andrea Chen | Clifton Park, New York | 09/21/2023

PERFECTION

This is the kind of review I love to be able to write! My experience with Kasselman and every employee I had the pleasure of working with was pure professionalism, punctuality and personability. In other words: PERFECTION. I’ve waited to write this until my system was fully up and running so I could give a comprehensive review. It’s working like a charm. From my first phone call with Samantha to set up the meeting with my sales guy, Peter Gonazalez, to the visit from the site technician, Jason, to my project manager, Brandon, to my project foreman, Ray, and their electrician, Alec, and the four installers, Ryan, Laquan, Chris and Rodger, everyone was friendly, knowledgeable, on time, and just amazingly good at what they do. This team literally does EVERYTHING right down to the tiniest details. I researched four companies, met with three and ultimately chose Kasselman for their phenomenal reviews and BBB accredited A+ rating and just how buttoned up their process is. And I couldn’t be happier with my choice. The entire process was painless, seamless and, dare I say it, actually FUN. I don’t particularly relish having contractors in my home but they were so thorough in cleaning up after themselves it was almost as if they’d never been here. And Peter showed up after everything was done to take super cool drone footage of my project. Solar is a big investment and my efforts toward finding the “just right” vendor took some time but, hopefully my review can help lessen that effort for anyone else looking to do solar. Make your life easier and just choose Kasselman—you’ll be happy you did

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HLT | Rensselaer, New York | 09/07/2023

Excellent Solar

Kasselman Solar was a great company to work with. Professional at every step, clear and regular communication, and they handled everything. The system works very well and is offsetting most of my energy consumption. After I update my ancient water heater, I will generate more than I use most days. The app which monitors production and usage is helpful, letting me see my system anytime. Highly recommended!

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Gadarowski | Cambridge, New York | 04/11/2023

Tech Services

Technical Services were Excellent in talking me through a new router configuration with the Enphase Network

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Good Show | Sparkill, New York | 03/26/2023

Excellent Install

Excellent communication, Install did not result in any technical issues or accidental damage. System is working well. Permits obtained as Kasselman had promised Project took some time but certainly understandable there are many moving parts as far as other work that needed to be done related to the project but not done by Kasselman such as trees trenching roof etc. I definitely would recommend this company for your solar install.All aspects are covered and there is excellent communication as previously mentioned

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Service types


Residential solar - Grid tied

Commercial solar - Grid tied

Residential solar - Hybrid solar systems

Energy monitoring

Utility scale solar sales and installation

Utility scale solar - EPC

EPC installation - Hybrid solar systems

LG Chem solar batteries

SolarEdge - StorEdge

Roofing - Minor repairs

Roof replacement - Shingles

Roof replacement - Metal roofs

Enphase Storage

About Kasselman Solar


Kasselman Solar is an affiliate of Kasselman Electric, one of the largest and most trusted electrical contractors in New York State.

Operating out of Albany, New York for over 70 years, Kasselman Electric has constructed projects ranging from residential developments to border patrol stations and Whole Foods supermarkets.

Rest assured that our industry leading electrical expertise and community commitment is as steadfast as our reputation. Kasselman Solar was formed to save our customers money on costly utility bills while increasing their home values and allowing them to benefit the planet with renewable energy.

Our commitment to aesthetics, craftsmanship, and attention to detail set us apart and allow us to build trust and confidence in our customers. We provide our customers with the top-quality service, products, and dedication that other solar panel installers cannot. Our company values of excellence, respect, diligence, and verity are reflected in every installation.

Our solar energy systems monitor and report each individual solar panel’s status and energy production figures. With our advanced monitoring center and solar monitoring software, the solar energy systems we install report their production and status to us every few minutes. This is the same industry leading monitoring system that allows our customers to see their solar production from smartphones, tablets, and computers.

When your installation is completed, the innovation continues for years as we make your system smarter and more efficient with software upgrades. Trust Kasselman Solar to ensure you have the best solar investment possible; we stake our reputation on it.

We install residential solar and commercial solar in Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Saratoga Springs, Colonie, Kingston, Westchester, Rockland, Hudson Valley, Loudonville, Rensselaer, East Greenbush, Greenwich, Queensbury, Lake George, Slingerlands, Delmar, Selkirk, Clifton Park, Latham, Wynantskill, Scotia, Glenville, Niskayuna, Cohoes, Glens Falls, Hudson, Watervliet, Mechanicville, and more.

Electrical Licenses

Putnam County #R411

City of Troy- #E039

Greene- #559

Orange County - #800

Rockland- #E-19081

Westchester- #1945

 

Home Improvement Licenses

South Hampton- #L005027

Rockland - #H-19093

Putnam - #PC7827

Westchester- #WC-29727-H17

Yonkers - #7364

Office locations


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- Menands

279 Broadway, Menands New York, 12204

- Poughkeepsie

3 Neptune Rd, Poughkeepsie New York, 12601

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New York - Poughkeepsie

3 Neptune Road Suite A25, Poughkeepsie NY, 12601

Certifications


Better Business Bureau Solar Energy Industries Association Solar Power World

Licenses


Putnam County #R411. City of Troy- #E039. Greene- #559. Orange County - #800. Rockland- #E-19081. Westchester- #1945

Contact Kasselman Solar


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