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Intelligent Green Solutions reviews

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Intelligent Green Solutions
85 Reviews • 3 Locations 11,305 Data Points Processed

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The Verdict

This company cuts corners where it matters. One homeowner was promised full energy independence, only to discover after installation that the system lacked the battery backup they'd been led to expect, leaving them powerless during outages and stuck with both a solar loan and a utility bill. Another customer waited three weeks for a broken inverter replacement while their panels sat idle in peak sunlight, watching their electric meter spin backward on NYSEG instead of their own system. We found 12 reviews describing broken promises and stonewalling: sales reps allegedly low-balled consumption estimates by 50%, installers sited equipment where roof runoff would freeze it solid, and the company refused to add panels or make amends when the numbers didn't pencil out. The workmanship scores look decent on paper (42 positive mentions), but value and post-sale support both trend negative. If you're weighing IGS against competitors, know that 17 reviewers praised fast installs and polite crews, but an equal number reported being ghosted the moment something went wrong. One customer summed it up: "The biggest regret of their lives."

If you want a quick install and can verify every promise in writing before you sign, IGS may get the job done. But if you expect a company to stand behind estimates, respond to service calls, or help when the system underperforms, look elsewhere.

3 Stories That Stood Out

1. Taste Buds
Google | Sep 28, 2024 |

Taste Buds called IG Solar in 2021 wanting to cut ties with the utility and have power during outages. Alex, the sales rep, promised lower bills and a government rebate; instead they ended up with a ground-mounted array—more than 50 feet of panels taking up backyard space—and a new monthly finance charge from Solar Mosaic tacked onto their NYSEG bill. They noticed some summer savings, but then discovered the government refunds arrive in pieces rather than a single lump sum, which left the loan balance higher than expected and they’re paying interest on that larger balance. The biggest shock came during the first blackout: they realized there was no battery backup, even though Alex had urged them to wait on batteries because of cost and said they wouldn’t be necessary. Three years later, batteries remain unaffordable and IG Solar hasn’t followed up with compatible battery providers despite inquiries. The outcome: visible panels, a stubborn monthly loan, unexpected interest costs, and no backup when the power fails—details that turned this installation into Taste Buds’ “biggest regret.” Their concrete takeaway for future buyers: confirm whether battery backup is actually included or,

2. Dick Feldman
Google | Jul 11, 2025 |

Dick felt reassured when Alex, the salesperson, and Kim, the company contact, proposed a system of panels on a large barn and heat pumps to serve his multi‑unit house. After a year of monitoring, he found the installation produced about 30% less energy than the company’s projections and achieved only roughly half the consumption reduction they had promised. When he asked the installer to add panels at their cost to make up the shortfall, the firm stonewalled and denied making those promises despite the data sheet he has from them. That winter runoff from the roof soaked one heat pump and iced it over; the crew suggested putting a roof over the unit even though the company had chosen its location. He walked away with an underperforming system, a damaged heat pump in the spot they selected, and a company that refused to take responsibility.

3. Wendi Walton
Google | Oct 7, 2025 |

Wendi bought a system through IGS that was installed in February 2022, relying on the number of panels the company recommended. After months of not reaching energy independence, her husband added more panels earlier this year and the array finally began producing the expected surplus—until production suddenly dropped to zero. Initially she assumed a software glitch, but IGS engineers diagnosed a failed inverter. Three weeks have passed without a replacement, meaning three weeks of bright weather where the panels produced nothing. The last update she received said IGS was waiting on a part from SolarEdge—an update she heard almost two weeks ago—then follow-up messages went unanswered. She asked whether IGS would reimburse the extra electricity billed by NYSEG during the outage but already expects they will not. The standout frustration: a working system undone by a single unavailable part and slow vendor response, and the company lacks Better Business Bureau accreditation.

Platforms Monitored

Google
74 Reviews · 3 Locations
4.3/5
BBB
9 Reviews · 1 Location
4.2/5
Yelp
2 Reviews · 1 Location
3.5/5
SolarReviews
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Performance by Work Type

SOLAR
SOLAR
Installation, permitting, and grid connection.
3.6/5
ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL
Panel upgrades and wiring for system readiness.
3.4/5
BATTERY
BATTERY
Energy storage for backup savings and independence.
3.1/5
SERVICE
SERVICE
Repairs, maintenance, and ongoing system support.
1.5/5
ROOFING
ROOFING
Repair or replacement, before or after solar installation.
N/A
COMPLEX PROJECTS
COMPLEX PROJECTS
Multi-trade installations requiring co-ordination.
N/A

How We Got To Trust Score 67

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Background Check

Serving customers for 8 years

BBB Rating

Not BBB rated.

Natural Review Patterns

Reviews were posted naturally over time.

What You Can Expect

01

1. Mike Farrell
Google | Oct 29, 2025 |

Mike Farrell had IGS install his first solar system many years ago, then called them back when he wanted to add heat pumps. Once the heat pumps ran long enough to reveal the extra electricity use, he expanded the solar array to match. The upgraded system and the heat pumps now run smoothly, and his electric bill has dropped to just the basic service charge. Beyond the savings, he appreciated how the team walked him through the options, kept him informed during the process, and left the site neat — the installation crew worked clean. The detail that sticks with him: the combined upgrades essentially eliminated the monthly electric bill, leaving only the utility’s base charge.

2. Spencer Wilson
Google | Aug 21, 2024 |

Spencer followed his brother’s lead a few years ago and had IGS install solar panels on his home, which runs on electric heat. He worked directly with Alex, Kim, and Adam, and the whole process moved quickly and smoothly. The standout result has been a big drop in heating bills — he’s saved substantial money on heating since the system went live. He credits the fast, hands-on approach of those three team members for making the switch painless, and the lasting reduction in energy costs is the detail that sticks with him.

3. Wendi Walton
Google | Oct 7, 2025 |

Wendi bought a system through IGS that was installed in February 2022, relying on the number of panels the company recommended. After months of not reaching energy independence, her husband added more panels earlier this year and the array finally began producing the expected surplus—until production suddenly dropped to zero. Initially she assumed a software glitch, but IGS engineers diagnosed a failed inverter. Three weeks have passed without a replacement, meaning three weeks of bright weather where the panels produced nothing. The last update she received said IGS was waiting on a part from SolarEdge—an update she heard almost two weeks ago—then follow-up messages went unanswered. She asked whether IGS would reimburse the extra electricity billed by NYSEG during the outage but already expects they will not. The standout frustration: a working system undone by a single unavailable part and slow vendor response, and the company lacks Better Business Bureau accreditation.

02

1. Dean Meloney
Google | Nov 19, 2025 |

Dean discovered his electric rate had nearly doubled since moving to central New York in 2017—about $0.14/kWh then versus roughly $0.25/kWh by August 2025—and with federal tax credits expiring at year’s end he decided to move a planned solar project to the top of the list. He’d had a system at his previous Maryland house, but this time the whole process moved fast: he met with Frank in mid‑August, the crew installed the array the first week of October, and the system started producing on November 3—about three months from alarm to live power. What set the job apart was IGS’s communication. Frank walked the roof for more than an hour, took detailed photos, notes, and videos so Dean could picture exactly how the system would look and operate, and the engineers quickly translated that into a final design. Merci called a few times each week to outline progress and next steps, Dean received daily updates during the install, and the only quiet stretch came while waiting for inspection—a normal hold-up, not a sign they’d been forgotten. He ended up with a working system and, more importantly, never had to chase a contractor for answers; the steady, proactive updates made the three‑day

2. Laura B
BBB | Oct 16, 2025 |

Laura B chose IGS to install a rooftop solar system, and the whole job unfolded smoothly with clear communication. She ended up with a system that's been running well for months and later added heat pumps as an extension — an upgrade that proved to be a smart fit for her home. When the system briefly lost its connection to the monitoring app and she couldn’t see production, IGS came out quickly and restored the link. The combination of reliable performance, a successful heat-pump add-on, and rapid on-site support is what made the experience stand out.

3. Dick Feldman
Google | Jul 11, 2025 |

Dick felt reassured when Alex, the salesperson, and Kim, the company contact, proposed a system of panels on a large barn and heat pumps to serve his multi‑unit house. After a year of monitoring, he found the installation produced about 30% less energy than the company’s projections and achieved only roughly half the consumption reduction they had promised. When he asked the installer to add panels at their cost to make up the shortfall, the firm stonewalled and denied making those promises despite the data sheet he has from them. That winter runoff from the roof soaked one heat pump and iced it over; the crew suggested putting a roof over the unit even though the company had chosen its location. He walked away with an underperforming system, a damaged heat pump in the spot they selected, and a company that refused to take responsibility.

03

1. Bea Barrett
Google | Oct 23, 2024 |

Bea Barrett hired IGS to put solar panels and a heat pump system on her home and discovered the whole process ran smoothly. From the initial sales visit through the installation crew and the post-install follow-up, every person involved proved helpful and accommodating. She ended up very pleased with each phase of the project — clear communication and attentive staff made the work straightforward. The detail that stuck with her was how coordinated the team was at every handoff, so nothing felt dropped once the work began.

2. Ramzi Harb
Google | Oct 8, 2024 |

Ramzi Harb turned to Intelligent Green Solutions for a residential solar PV system and found a top-tier installation experience. He worked with a team that proved professional, efficient, and knowledgeable, keeping the project smooth from first contact through system activation. The array has been performing exceptionally well and is delivering the energy savings the company projected. The detail that stuck with him: the real-world savings matched the estimates, a clear sign the installation and system performance lived up to the promise.

3. Dick F.
Yelp | May 13, 2025 |

Dick was initially won over by Alex the salesman and Kim the contact; they pitched a system of rooftop panels on a large barn plus heat pumps that would cover all the energy demand for his multi-unit house and outbuildings. After a year of monitoring, the setup underperformed: actual generation ran about 30% below the projections and the consumption figures missed the mark by roughly 50%. He asked IGS to remedy the shortfall by adding panels at their cost, but the company stonewalled and denied having made the promises — even though he had the company’s own data sheet. That winter, water from the roof ran onto one heat pump until it iced over; IGS offered to add a roof afterward despite having placed the unit where it would be exposed. He ended up with an underperforming system, an ice-encased heat pump, and a company unwilling to take responsibility — a sharp reminder to insist on clear, written production and placement guarantees before signing.

Long-term Satisfaction

Long-term satisfaction for Intelligent Green Solutions drops to 2.3 ★ compared to early reviews. This decline is worse than 75% of installers we looked at.

Long-term reviews carry the most weight in our methodology because they are most representative of what you should be paying for: a system that will perform for years.

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