Downstream Construction - Profile & Reviews

My experience with Downstream Construction was excellent from the planning process right through construction and start up of the system. The thing that most impressed me was the pride that was taken in their work. I was walked through all the paper work and any questions I had were answered thoroughly. I would highly recommend Downstream for anyone interested in a solar installation.

I chose Downstream Construction for my solar company for many reasons:
1. Very prompt in coming to my site for the solar survey!
2. The price was reasonable and so were the upgrades I ordered or Downstream included for free!
3. Very professional installation in a short period of time!
The only solar estimate company tat did construction also, so structural concerns could be addressed at the time of installation (ie. adding braces to roof beam that was cracked)!
5. Nick Kirk and team explained how the system worked and helped me with all the paperwork for tax deferment and tax rebates!

I had a small cabin built in the southern Adirondacks about 12 years ago. There is no power on my road so I installed an 11kw propane generator as my power source. It gave me all the power I needed but when I only wanted to turn a light on to read or make a cup of in the morning the generator was over kill and the noise from it ruined the peace and quiet of my Adirondack retreat. I found Downstream Construction on the NYSERDA website but I was concerned my project would be too small for them to bother with. I was wrong. Nick Kirk, their solar star, met with me within days and discussed my needs. Not only was he interested in my project but he talked me down when I suggested options that he said would be too big or expensive for my needs. His words were "I would not feel right selling you something you don't need". We struck a deal and Nick delivered as promised. I can now enjoy a quiet cup of coffee,read and even watch a football game on TV without the generator roaring in the background. I feel lucky that I found Downstream Construction.

Downstream Construction designed and installed our solar electricity generation system in 2016. From first contact on, Nick and Justin were incredibly knowledgeable, able to communicate and patient. They and their crew were considerate and friendly; it was very comfortable to have them working on our property. It felt very comfortable to make such a substantial investment with Nick's guidance and expertise. I've recommended them to all my neighbors and friends.

Downstream Construction did a great job installing my solar system. Their Director of Solar Nick Kirk answered all my questions completely, and didn't embellish or try to "snow" me on anything. He is not only very knowledgeable, but a good communicator as well as he kept me informed all through the construction process. The Ernst brothers, which are the hands on builders, do quality construction. From the ground mount concrete footers, the inverters in my basement, to the cleanup at the end, all seemed professional. Their price was very competitive and lower than another larger solar company that gave me an estimate for my solar project. My wife and I plan to hire them to do another non-solar project at our home.

The Downstream group was exceptional, from top to bottom. When getting started, Nick was timely and did more than we could have expected (tracking down phone calls, getting NYS documents, etc.) He was always polite and courteous and his crew were all professionals. He did what he said he would do; he came when he said he would and the work was done when he said it would be finished. On top of all that, the cost of our Downstream system was about HALF that of a major competitor. Would HIGHLY recommend that you work with Downstream if you're planning to start using solar energy!

I am very pleased with the overall experience with Downstream Construction. I was blown away by how friendly, professional and responsive each member of the team was. I cannot say enough good about this company. They made the entire process of installing solar so easy! I am just starting to see the benefits from our solar system installation and glad we chose Downstream Construction for the job!