Solar Testimonials ...

     "Solar is THE way to go in sunny California. Interviewed 5 solar contractors in May, selecting Synergy Solar & Electrical Systems, Inc. www.SynSolar.com for their good offer and expertise. Great guys from the owners: Jeff Mathias and Michael Pane, to their young crew: Gustavo, Chaz (Jeff's son), and Conor."

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     "We have been working with Synergy for close to a decade. Their installation and service of three off-grid systems on our ranch has been exceptional.
     Synergy is our recommendation for any solar or electrical job."

     "My bill was over $250/month, between my main house and an 'all electric' rental unit. With the addition of solar, I no longer have an electric bill, the system will pay itself off in under 7 years, and I have a great positive cash flow. The 30% federal credit really helped out, spreading it over 2009 and 2010."

"Jeff -
     We want to thank you and your staff for the excellent design and installation of the roof-mounted solar system at our house. In just under a month, we have silently generated over 1 MWh of electricity, doing our small part to reduce dependence on foreign energy sources. All aspects of the project were executed flawlessly. The Synergy crew was fantastic, working with PRMD (Permit Resouce Management Dept.) and PG&E as required, and answering our endless technical questions.
     There were several reasons we decided to install solar with Synergy. We were interested in a local company that used local resources. The Enphase equipment, designed by our neighbors in Petaluma, provides up-to-date electricity production status information. It is effective in a variety of shading conditions, maximizing production on these foggy Sebastopol summer mornings. Also, the Sharp panels are assembled here in the United States, which was a big plus for us. Synergy employees live and work here in Sebastopol. As parents of Analy student athletes, the contribution made to Analy Athletics on my behalf to the Synergy Community Solar program was an unexpected bonus. The attached photo shows the Analy football team in our yard prior to the synergy installation.
     Our primary reason for installing solar was as an investment. With the bond, stock, and real estate markets feeling more like a roller coaster than a sensible place to grow our retirement nest egg, installing solar will not only add to the value of our home, it will reduce our monthly expenses, and is a great hedge against rising energy costs. One less thing to pay for in seven years as the price of energy increases! Synergy provided competitive pricing and a secure return.
     You guys did great - you are free to use us as a reference as needed."

     "Averi and I are proud to help launch Synergy Solar's Plug into the Sun SEP initiative - their new solar program that donates much needed dollars to the Sebastopol Education Foundation. We have three children in the Sebastopol school system and fully understand the growing need for funding. As a local green business owner, we've always been interested in reducing our carbon footprint, and as a Go Local Sonoma board member, it made perfect sense to go with Synergy as a local company. Our solar installation was just completed, and the experience was flawless with virtually no money out of pocket. Now that this unique program is off the ground, our community has a venue to reduce energy expense, protect the environment, and give significant amounts of money to our local schools--an amazing win, win and win situation. The Synergy staff made the entire process easy from start to finish, and we are pleased with the design, installation and the service. Our solar installation is an investment that has added to the value to our home, reduced our monthly expenses, and helped to preserve the environment while supporting our schools."

     " I investigated local companies and asked for several quotes. I chose Synergy because their representative, Jeff Mathias, was non-intrusive (no car salesman) and knowledgeable as well as competitive. Jeff advised upgrading the breaker box and pointed out a few other technical issues. Also included was a connection to a solar water heater installed at the same time.

Synergy always stayed in contact by phone or email, and confirmed all work executed on my property. If there was an open question, Jeff handled all that with a call or an email in no time - the communication was great. The Synergy crew came in and had the installation done in a day. The entire installation was executed as expected and on time. All garbage was cleaned up and the quality of the installation was great.

All in all, I have to say it was a great experience to work with Synergy, and I would work with them any time again. I would like to advise anyone else to look at this company when it comes to Solar or other electrical jobs.
Thx"

     " ...I interviewed four companies and received quotes from three. I chose Synergy because you were the only one who presented a plan that was based on fact. You listened to what we wanted to accomplish, did your due diligence as to the path through the multiple panels, and came up with a plan that made sense.
     "When it came time for the installation, Synergy was on the job with the correct materials, a plan that had been reviewed and approved by all, and your guys did a great job.
     "We look forward to reaping the benefits for years to come.
     "Our thanks to you and Mike and the entire Synergy crew."

"P.S. And in the process found a reliable and professional electrical contractor to help with my projects around the farm."

     "I began looking at solar for my house after speaking to Len Greenwood, who runs the Green Career Pathways Program at Montgomery High School. Len recommended we look at Synergy Solar & Electrical Systems Inc, and I am glad we did. I met with Jeff Mathias, of Synergy, and discussed my needs. The proposal he presented was detailed and thorough. Upon selecting Synergy, they worked with me and our homeowner's association to site (choose a location for) the panels.
     Michael and Jeff did an excellent job of keeping me informed throughout the process. Michael led the installation team, coordinating the Synergy Team, and the Sub-contractors (for tractor work, concrete pouring and chip mulching). The Synergy crew was on-site, coordinating all the inspections, and I did not need to vary my schedule at all. The end result was more than I could have hoped. The system looks good, and even in the dead of winter I am realizing a significant savings on my electrical bill.
      I am very happy with my solar system; I am lowering my carbon footprint, while saving money. Synergy was great to work with and I would recommend them to anyone looking to install a solar system.
Sincerely"

     " We found all of Synergy employees to be very personable, friendly, informative, and careful. They answered our questions so we could understand everything. Jeff took care of all the permits and PG&E paper work. And it worked very well because we were able to refinance our house, which dropped our interest rates, so we even saved more money. They worked effectively - all the work was done in 3.5 days. I highly recommend them."

     "In 2010 I decide to make the move to Solar, choosing Synergy as my solar provider. I wanted to install a 22 panel system, and have the capabilities to add an additional 11 panels as funding permitted. Synergy prepared all the paperwork for financing with the Sonoma County Energy Independence Program (SCEIP), the rebate paperwork for the CSI, the inter-connection paperwork for PG&E and procured the permit from the County of Sonoma. As part of this project I put on a new roof and Synergy coordinated with the roofer, installing the new footings before the roof was installed. The first 22 panels were installed as planned and I decided to move forward with phase two in June of 2011. The design from Synergy worked like a charm. The inverter was correctly sized, and the wiring and footings were already in place to handle the expansion. My experience with Synergy has been fantastic, they came when they said they would, and did what they said they would do.
          Sincerely"

     "You guys (Synergy) have been great, always did what you said you were going to do, Just like the old days (before you were born)!"

     "It has been an extremely pleasant experience dealing with Synergy. Every facet of the proposal, communication, installation and follow-up has been handled with great professionalism, care, and friendly, polite expertise. I am experiensing better results than expected, dropping from 1,500 kwh per month, to the minimum PG&E has (zero). Super company."

     "Synergy installed solar panel's on our home and our rental property. Synergy made dealing with the Sonoma County Energy Independance program, the City of Santa Rosa and the McDonald Historic District absolutely painless. Synergy guided us through the process and developed a plan that fit our needs. Synergy's team is thorough and organized, delivering the work on schedule and on budget. We are delighted with Synergy's work and have recommended Synergy to several friends!"

     "Wow, thank you. You guys were great! I wish you much success with your future endeavors.
     Sincerely,
Colleen"

     "The guys at Synergy are true pros. We received three solar bids and we chose Synergy because Jeff and company not only turned in the most competitive bid, but showed the most concern and dedication for helping us reduce energy costs without losing a cent in year one. They walked us through the process of selecting a solar system for our needs and securing a Sonoma County Energy Independence grant. Synergy worked within our deadlines and finished right on time. All of the Synergy employees were always friendly, courteous and non-intrusive. Top notch service from a locally-owned company."

     "In 2009 we began looking at solar, one system to power our house and the other to power our well. Synergy has been doing electrical work on our property for many years, and was the logical choice to consult with on this project. We ended up designing 2 ground mount systems, and now, almost 2 years latter, they have been running without a hitch.
     Synergy came out after a year and reviewed their financial projections with us. They did a physical inspection of the systems and offered us additional ideas on how to improve our energy usage.
     Financially, we are saving over $5,000 a year, generating power from the sun, and lowering our carbon foot print. Synergy has been a true partner with us, every step of the way. From the financial justification, through installation and Synergy's follow-up after the installation, the whole Synergy Crew has been a pleasure to work with.
     Our property has great natural vistas, and we consider the gleaming panels a pleasing aesthetic addition given the knowledge of the energy we're producing and saving."

     "Thank you so much for your reassuring manner, your professional attitude and response to every need I had. I have the highest regard for your work."

     "I am completely happy and satisfied with the job. You and your team are great!! You represent a work ethic that you should be proud of in today's climate. It truly has been a pleasure!!! Any recommendation will have your name on it"

     "Synergy saw us through the process, start to finish. We were away at a swim meet and returned to find the installation complete and our meter running backwards"

     "Just thought you might like to know how well the system is working. Last year our January bill was almost $600. For the whole year so far, our bill is less the $300 and the meter is still running backwards. At our annual pay up time with PG&E, we will have little or nothing to pay. The system is working great.
     Thank you."

     "We evaluated 3 solar companies and chose Synergy due to their overall proposal, communication and professionalism. They were pleasant to work with and made the whole process simple."

     "We are extremely impressed with this company. Jeff and Mike run an excellent operation and truly understand what good service is all about.
     Thank you."

"Dear Synergy Solar and Electrical,
     I would like to thank you all for a job well done on our new 36-panel solar system in Occidental. We are very happy with the outcome of your work. It will make us happy for many years to come. In addition, I would like to say that throughout this entire process, Synergy always surprized and delighted us with your professionalism, knowledge and timeliness. I have been entirely impressed with your company, and will heartily recommend you to my friends.
    Namaste"

     "We just finish our first year after installing our solar system with Synergy. Your sizing of the system was right on. Our total electrical usage costs for the year was $12, saving us almost $6,000 over the previous year.
     WOW....nice, thank you again."

     "The guys from Synergy did a fantastic job during every aspect of the project. Their attention to detail was far more than I had expected and the quality and appearance of the solar display, racking and the mounting of the inverters and meter couldn't be better. Even though the weather didn't always cooperate, the job was completed in a very timely manner. As far as the financial benefits go, my PG&E bill went from $650 to $118 and that's in the middle of winter. I can't wait to see what this system will do in the middle of summer!"

     "Synergy gave me excellent customer service at every step in the installation of my solar system. We received bids and interviewed five different solar companies before choosing Synergy. There was no pressure to buy when Jeff visited our home. He handled all of the paperwork for SCEIP. Those in charge of SCEIP at the county office knew that all of my paperwork would be in order because Jeff has a reputation for excellence at the County Office.
     I have heartily recommended Synergy to everyone who asked me about our solar installation. I have only praise for the work being done by the Synergy crew with their thoughtful, friendly manners.
      A satisfied Synergy customer"

     "As a former project manager for a general contractor, it was very satisfying when the Synergy crew showed up at my own home, and within minutes I could tell that I could relax, step aside, and let them do their work, knowing everything would be done well, and done right.
     I congratulate you (Jeff) and Mike on running such a solid, professional operation."

     "This month marks the 2nd year since Synergy installed our solar. Thanks to the Jeff, Mike and the guys at Synergy Solar, the process was very simple and quick once we made the basic decisions about where and how we would install the solar. Jeff walked us through the SCEIP program for financing. At the end of our first full year, our "true up" with PG&E came to us owing about $160 for the whole year. They did not "quit" us once the system was in place, but have come out to check the system and make sure all was well and to help us optimize our energy production. These guys are true "pros". We knew (about Synergy from) ... the electrical side of their business (when we had them do) ... extensive new wiring in our remodeled kitchen and great room, and did a great job there too. We are very pleased, thanks guys."

     "Synergy is the ideal company to work with. For our solar installation, they took care of everything from planning the project, to processing the paper work with the county. All we had to do is agree to move forward with the project. Synergy prepared a study of our power usage, designed a system to meet our needs, and then checked back with us a year later to review our energy usage to be sure the system they designed performed as expected. It's clear Jeff and Mike are thoroughly knowledgeable and from our experience, they are a pleasure to work with."

"Working with Synergy Systems has been a pleasure from initial contact to completion of our new 30KW solar system, installed to power our small winery, office and cave complex in Napa Valley. John Whisman worked personally on our project to design the most efficient system given our needs and came up with a panel array that fit beautifully into our hillside. All components of the system are first class materials and installation, and John and his crew were a delight to work with. They were knowledgeable, courteous, tidy and efficient. We are hoping to add on to our system in the future, and would willingly work with Synergy Systems again. Our very first electrical bill following the connection of our solar energy system showed a zero balance due for energy consumption!"