- Max. panel efficiency
- Varies
- Workmanship warranty
- 10 years
- Year founded
- 2014
Blue Raven Solar installs top-tier panels and microinverters to maximize energy production. Its sleek, low-profile solar systems are designed to withstand the state’s variable climate. We also like that you can go solar with no money down.
The company gets overall positive feedback from Ohio customers. Zach in Sunbury, Ohio, said the installation crew was “fantastic” and that the entire process was seamless. “Nothing less than excellent in all areas from a customer service perspective. You can truly sit back as they complete all the work and keep you informed,” he told us.
Tom in Westerville, Ohio, also had a great experience with Blue Raven. “From sales through installation, it has been a smooth ride,” he told us. Installation crews do a good job and are really professional, according to Eric in Columbus, Ohio.
We’ve heard some complaints about Blue Raven not being very helpful when it comes to working with local utility companies. “Our city was tough in getting our solar panels approved, but Blue Raven dropped the ball,” Nancy in Columbus, Ohio, said.
Blue Raven Solar installers use various monocrystalline, black-on-black solar panels and Enphase microinverters. For storage batteries, there are lithium-ion phosphate (LFP) batteries from Enphase, FranklinWH, Tesla and SunPower.
- Consulting and design
- Professional installations
- Financing solutions
- System monitoring
Blue Raven Solar solar panel installations come with a standard 25-year manufacturer and 10-year workmanship warranty plus a roof penetration warranty. Power production is guaranteed for two years. Within that time, Blue Raven will reimburse you for lost energy.
Storage battery warranties vary by manufacturer. The company offers the FranklinWH aPower Battery (12-year warranty), SunPower SunVault (10-year warranty), Enphase IQ Battery 5P (15-year warranty) and Tesla Powerwall 2 (10-year warranty).
You can pay upfront and get immediate ownership of the solar panel system. It also has zero-down financing with fixed interest rates and predictable payments through some unique in-house payment options:
- BluePower: This fixed monthly payment option lets you go solar without a significant upfront cost. There’s no prepayment penalty, and the plan is transferable to a new homeowner if you ever sell your house.
- BluePower Plus+: Eligible customers can pay $0 upfront, get 18 months of free solar power and make fixed monthly payments after that. You own the system and are responsible for maintenance.
Pros
- Sleek, durable systems
- Zero-down financing
- Fixed interest rates and payments
- Production guarantee
- Referral cash bonus
Cons
- Occasional installation delays
- Some complaints about miscommunication