City Renewables

Christine Mahoney

2024-04

Great experience installing our solar panels with City Renewables. Rebecca was incredibly responsive during the decision phase and she gave us space to think things over but didn’t let us get off track. Would use them again

Vegan Pete

2024-02

The team is super friendly and committed to solar. However, you still need to educate yourself before moving forward on every aspect of solar. You really need to commit to solar for environmental reasons over economic reason, regardless what any sales person will tell you. It took an entire year of having a solar system, seeing the entire process played out with Pepco, how the weather impacts productions, and selling SRECS. A lot of questions I had were answered in a way to close the deal in a manner that benefited Ben and the team more than anyone. In the end, I think City Renewables is the best option in DC for solar based on other companies that I had spoken with. Don't think they would have come close to the customer service Ben and his team provided.

Kashgary Noor

2024-01

They did a great job on my house solar panel installation and made me electric bill free now on.

Kevin Leahy

2023-06

Used these guys for 2 properties - one in Brookland and one in Takoma - and they overdelivered. Ben was in close touch throughout the approval process and Jose’s team did an excellent job on the install. Solar is a big investment, so I was relieved to enjoy a positive and stress-free experience w this company.

Tyler Kalogeros-Treschuk

2023-12

We were super happy working with Ben - he walked us through everything and made it super easy. We've had our panels no about 8 months and tell everyone we know to consider working with City Renewables!

Sean Lawrence

2023-09

Ben and City Renewables were great! I'm super happy with my solar panels and the job the guys did. Ben got me an amazing deal that couldn't be beat by any other company. The install went smoothly and Ben was super responsive when I had questions. Don't hesitate to use City Renewables for your solar panel install!

Matt DeFina

2023-10

In spring of 2022 I worked with Ben to install a solar system on our roof, and from start to finish it was an amazing experience. Ben walked through all the details and options during an initial consult and helped identify financing for the project. Installation was a breeze, done in just a day. We haven't had an electricity bill since and are earning enough SRECs to cover the cost of the system entirely. Recently our neighbors begun work to add a third floor to their house and Ben has been invaluable in helping avoid any impacts to our system. I would highly recommend for any solar needs in the district!

Tom Clark

2021-05

Ben and the team at City Renewables installed solar panels on our roof in DC and were awesome to work with. They were quick, responsive, and thorough - and Ben did an amazing job managing the project. We're so happy we went solar with City Renewables!

Maria Dumpert

2021-05

Very informative and excellent service! If you're looking to go solar, I highly recommend you talk with Ben at City Renewables. He will present you with a range of financing options; answer all your questions about the technology, tax and credit incentives, permitting, and more; and connect you with a good roofer, if needed. The timelines were clearly outlined and delivery on them was as promised. Very happy that we chose City Renewables for our solar roof! As you can see below, it looks great :-)

Colin Bill

2020-05

City Renewables walked me through the solar installation process at my row house in DC, and I am VERY happy with it, and them! Ben is very professional, friendly, and patient, as I asked a LOT of questions :) Besides helping the environment, going solar is saving me a LOT of $, and I just got my first negative electric bill (I'm making more electricity than I'm using) and get credit for it. Ben followed up and walked me through all of it. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Trip Estes

2021-05

We have worked with City Renewables on several projects and Ben is a super impressive guy! He is a force of nature in the green energy movement. A real true believer in making an impact for our environment. He knows solar in and out, and he is a master at creating maximum value for his customers. His passion shines through into the service he provides at every level.

Nate Ward

2021-05

City Renewables completed a solar install for us at our house in Chevy Chase. They were efficient, organized, and the work was high quality. They answered all my questions through every step of the process and were very responsive. I also found their pricing to be competitive and they gave me a number of financing options. Mark was my consultant and I'd definitely use him and City Renewables again.

Victoria Turner

2024-04

Hey City Renewables, I'm loving my Solar Panels< I've seen a significant change in my electric bill, I'm glad I've choose to go Solar, thanks

Kurt Gastrock

2023-06

Ben was fantastic to deal with. Our house was a tricky one, but Ben knew just how to handle it to give us the best system and maximize the performance. He really knows his stuff and gave us a better deal than any other company we contacted. We highly recommend doing business with him and have already referred friends!

Timothy Aluise

2023-09

Ben was very responsive. Predicted accurately my potential savings from installing Solar panels. Easy person to talk to. His team with ROI re roofed my house and installed the panels flawlessly.

Cody B.

2023-05

Ben and the City Renewables team were professional, quick and thoughtful in their approach to my solar project. The process to "go solar" includes many options (e.g. buy, lease, or finance the system; types of solar panels and SREC platforms and sales methods). It is important to have a solar company that will work through the various options and stages of the process. Ben and City Renewables were there start to finish, responsive to requests and always available to share knowledge and expertise. Ben will point out that installing solar in DC is not a one-day or one-week relationship between the customer and the installer, instead it is a few months from inception to operation. This is accurate and relevant. In addition, after the system is installed, the installer is the primary contact for the 20-25 year warranty period. Given the long-term relationship, you want someone like Ben and City Renewables that is be engaged, involved, responsive and helpful throughout. I highly recommend Ben and City Renewables.

Matt McHugh

2024-01

We loved working with Ben and the whole team at City Renewables. They made the process of going solar so easy!

Robert James Raffles

2024-01

Ben has been pretty dedicated to solving any hurdles and getting my complete solar system set up from engineering drawing to certification! Thank you

Brent Huggins

2021-05

I had a great experience working with Ben and City Renewables to install solar panels. I was really happy to have his expert advise and experience. It was a quick and seamless process to get solar panels installed and working. Ben walked me through the process, answered all my questions, and helped me get solar panels. It has been a year, and they are working great. I was thrilled to make the shift away from fossil fuels and to clean and renewable energy. Ben was thoughtful and responsive!

muriel jubar

2023-05

I want to express my sincere thanks to the City Renewables Team for their great customer service and professionalism throughout my solar panel installation process. From the initial meeting explaining the options available, site survey and design plan, I knew I was in good hands. I experienced storm damage during the process and discovered I needed a new roof. They were able to assist me with getting my roof replaced with one of their subcontractors. I'm not only consuming energy, I'm producing it as well. To be able to take advantage of natural energy and not rely solely on fossil fuels is empowering. I encourage everyone to check out solar energy as a viable way to save on their energy bill. The folks at City Renewables are a great team to get you started and on your way to a solar solution

Michael Rouse

2023-05

City Renewables helped us install our solar system. Ben is terrific in explaining all the moving parts in the process and kept us up to date as things progressed. After install, he followed up with a site visit to review the work with us. Seamless process and happy clients here! As an architect, I don't hesitate recommending City Renewables and Ben to my clients.

Richard Lambert Jr

2023-05

Purchasing solar was the best decision of 2021. Ben was fantastic to work with. Thanks to City Renewable and Ben, the installation and financing were quick and easy. The panels worked from day 1 and we have never had problems. Our bills went from $2000 /yr before install to $148 for the entity of 2022. And the SREC$$$ is real. Our monthly SREC payoff is paying off the loan.

Zach

2023-05

Excellent experience with this company! Ben was such a pleasure to work with. He helped us from start to finish in getting solar installed on three properties. Cannot recommend City Renewables more highly!

Katie Giles

2021-05

We loved working with Ben at City Renewables. He was informative, high energy, responsive, and very inclusive. He made the entire process of us getting solar installed on our new home stress free and quite the opposite it was fun and exciting. We were rushing to meet a deadline and even with some snow pushing back our install date Ben and his team for it done!

Stephen Poole

2023-05

Ben Colbert from City Renewables acted as the General Contractor to get Solar Panels installed on our home. He's very knowledgeable & personable. A friend referred us to City Renewables and he educated us on the state of the market & our options. Once we decided to move forward he led us through every step.If you're on the fence but thinking about installing Solar Panels, reach out to City Renewables. It can't hurt to learn about your options & these days there are several benefits to having Solar panels, especially in DC.We just got our 1st Pepco bill after Solar panels are functioning and we saw a $100 decrease in the bill because we now produce our own energy too!

John Tustin

2021-05

Ben and City Renewables were wonderful to work with when I decided to install solar on my new home. Ben promptly addressed all my questions and concerns, and did all the hard work to get the necessary approvals for my system. Highly recommended.

Elizabeth Harris

2022-05

The city renewable team was inside and outside of my house ~ careful, professional and efficient.Working with Ben Colbert has been such a pleasure. I credit him with a great deal of patience and understanding. He has an unlimited knowledge of his product and has been an excellent teacher.We are now looking into a system for my son’s house! So looking forward to working with Ben and his team again. ##perfectjob

KT Beckman-Götrich

2023-05

Ben and Peter made it so easy for our family to access Solar. When we heard about solar opportunities, we started researching 4 years ago, but we were house poor, so we settled on buying green energy with Arcadia. Legislation changed, and I was glad to see more neighbors get access and share their experiences. Ben’s at City Renwables was highly reccomended! I had called around and researched but he was the clearest communicator and most approachable. I’m so glad he moved at the speed of trust and made sure we went with a plan that fit our budget. I’m so excited to be a part of the green economy in a more generative way. This means a lot to our family and will be an incredible savings!

Theron Taggart

2022-05

After researching and meeting with over seven firms, we selected City Renewables on the basis of quality, response, pricing, and customer service. From day one, we felt like family. We received quick responses to all questions or issues. The installation team was simply the best! They knew everything about the system and found creative ways to improve our solar system. Since installation, nothing has changed. Ben continues to be friendly and responsive and has helped us through the permitting process. A truly trusted provider!

Dr Eugene Su

2023-05

When I first became interested in solar, I went to Tesla and Rebecca at Virginia Renewables for a quote. As attractive and appealing as it was to have "Tesla" powering my solar, it was Rebecca's knowledge and personalized customer service that I valued the most. Someone that I could call and text really expedited the ease of the process and my many questions. It also made me happy to support her and the local business community she is connected with. Thank you VA Renewables for helping my family go Green and Local.