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Incentive Solar reviews
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The Verdict
We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a rare contractor who treats solar like craft work, not volume sales. One engineer compared 17 companies before choosing Incentive Solar because owner Ben's team answered questions without pushy sales tactics, then executed exactly as promised for over two years. Another homeowner delayed their install for two full years, and when they finally called back, Ben's crew picked up the project without missing a beat and cleared inspection on the first try. The workmanship pattern is striking: 53 reviewers specifically praised the installation quality, and we found only one complaint across all post-sale support mentions. Cole Davis, one of the project managers, even halted a solar job to recommend a roof replacement first, then came back to finish the panels leak-free. (Turns out honesty is still a viable business model.) The crew uses a vertical conveyor belt to ferry panels up to roofs, works around tricky metal shingle roofs without bending a single tile, and integrates Tesla batteries with decade-old solar arrays when other installers would walk away from the complexity.
If you want the lowest possible quote, keep shopping. But if you'd rather work with a team that will pause your project to fix your roof properly, then return to finish the job right, Incentive Solar is worth the premium.
Reviews That Shaped Our Verdict
After feeling scammed by other big-name solar companies, Armando reached out to Incentive Solar and connected with Cole Davis. Cole climbed up, inspected the roof and discovered it needed a full replacement before any panels went on. He arranged the right contractor, supervised the roof work, then installed the solar system. Two years later the array has run flawlessly — 100% effective with no issues and no leaks. Armando praised Cole for being honest and hardworking and said he would use Incentive Solar again. The detail that stands out: they fixed the roof first, which delivered a trouble-free system over the long haul.
Jeff shopped around with 17 different companies before choosing Incentive, and what ultimately tipped the scales wasn’t the lowest price but the experience. He worked directly with Cole Davis, whose fast replies and product knowledge made the process feel effortless — no high-pressure sales tactics, just clear answers. Incentive’s pricing landed in the same affordable range as other bids, and their strong five-star presence on Google, Yelp, Thumbtack and EnergySage gave him extra confidence. Cole laid out a full timeline with dates and figures, installations proceeded exactly as promised, and the system has been problem-free for more than two years. He waited a while to post this, but the detail and follow-through stuck with him: for buyers who value responsiveness and a clean, predictable install over chasing the absolute cheapest quote, Incentive delivered.
In 2022 Tim F. hired Incentive Solar to install Panasonic EverVolt panels with EnPhase microinverters and to replace his main service panel on a Boral Steel stone-coated metal shingle roof set over battens. He came in worried: that roof type can bend under foot, and he feared a rough install would leave visible damage. Instead, Incentive Solar treated the roof with extra care — the crew paid close attention to details like caulking and placement, and the before-and-after photos showed the roof unchanged. A separate roof inspector later confirmed there were no bends, which reinforced that the team had done a careful, high-quality job. During the job they worked through the system design and contract details with him, evaluated an unusual main service panel option (ultimately not used), and handled last-minute changes such as moving the EnPhase communications box inside the garage. Incentive Solar also managed city permitting and inspections, which simplified the process. He appreciated that pricing was competitive and that the install felt personal — a small business crew led by the owner’s brother who worked hard and stayed focused. One memorable detail: they used a vertical, win
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Serving customers for 10 years
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What You Can Expect
Sheridan started an application for a new solar system a couple years ago, then paused the project until she was ready to move forward. When she re-inquired, Ben immediately revived the file and Greg mobilized the crew to deliver a quick, inspection-ready installation. The entire process unfolded smoothly: the team stayed responsive, worked efficiently, and behaved with consistent professionalism. What stood out was that a project shelved for years was reactivated without friction and completed so cleanly that it easily passed inspection—Sheridan gave the experience five stars and walked away impressed by that seamless turnaround.
Sheridan Hockaday started the process by submitting an application a couple years before they were ready to move forward, then put the project on hold. When they re-engaged, Ben jumped on the file and got the project back on Incentive Solar’s radar, and Greg coordinated a quick on-site installation that sailed through inspection. The whole residential design-and-install felt smooth from start to finish — the team stayed responsive, worked efficiently, and maintained a professional approach throughout. What stuck with them was the fast reactivation and an inspection-ready install delivered without drama.
Jim B. had Incentive Solar put a rooftop system on his home more than two years ago, and when he later chose to increase its size he went back to the same team. They walked him through the paperwork and technical steps needed so he could expand capacity without losing his Net Metering 2.0 status. Ben, Greg and the crew handled the expansion work and the coordination smoothly, and he ended up with a larger system while keeping the favorable metering arrangement. The memorable part was their knowledge of the rules and hands-on guidance through the process — not just the install, but keeping his net metering intact.