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Surf Clean Energy

Surf Clean Energy is New York and Pennsylvania's only statewide solar installer — serving homeowners from Montauk to Buffalo to Pittsburgh since 2018. We design, install, and maintain complete home energy systems including rooftop solar and battery storage, backed by dedicated in-house crews and lifetime support. With hundreds of installations completed across the region, our customers save an average of 50–90% on their electricity bills from day one. We handle everything — financing guidance, system design, permitting, installation, and utility interconnection — so you don't have to.
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Founded in 2018, Surf Clean Energy has grown into New York and Pennsylvania's only statewide residential solar installer, serving communities from Long Island to Western New York and across Pennsylvania. Our in-house installation teams handle every project from start to finish — no subcontractors, no handoffs.

What sets us apart: We're the only solar company serving all of NY and PA, giving us deep knowledge of local incentives, permitting requirements, and utility programs in every region we serve. We manage financing, system design, engineering, permitting, installation, and utility interconnection — a true turnkey experience. And our relationship doesn't end at installation. We monitor your system, provide ongoing support, and stand behind our work for the life of your system.

We're proud to help homeowners across both states take control of their energy costs while reducing their environmental footprint.
Year Established
2018
Phone Number
866-631-7873
Reasons Why You Should Work With Us
  1. NY & PA's Only Statewide Installer — No other solar company covers all of New York and Pennsylvania.

  2. In-House Installation Crews — Every project completed by our own trained teams, never subcontractors.

  3. End-to-End Project Management — We handle financing, design, permitting, install, and interconnection.

Solar Installations: Custom-designed rooftop solar systems sized to your home's energy usage and roof layout. We use top-tier panels and inverters, and every installation is completed by our trained in-house crews — not subcontractors. From your first consultation to the day your system powers on, we manage the entire process including financing options, engineering, permitting, and utility interconnection. Battery Storage: Pair your solar system with a home battery to store excess energy for use during peak hours, outages, or at night. We help you choose the right storage solution based on your energy goals — whether that's backup power, maximizing self-consumption, or optimizing time-of-use savings.

Services Offered

  • Installation
  • Roofing
  • Electrical Contracting
  • Solar Repair & Maintenance
  • Commercial Solar

Our team of energy consultants, engineers, and certified installers brings hands-on experience across hundreds of residential solar and storage projects throughout New York and Pennsylvania. Every team member is trained in-house and dedicated to delivering a seamless experience — from your initial energy assessment through system activation and beyond. We believe the best solar companies are built on people who care about getting the details right, and that shows in our craftsmanship, communication, and long-term customer support.

Workmanship Warranty

25-year manufacturer warranties on solar panels and inverters. As a preferred installer for leading manufacturers, our customers receive full 25-year product and performance warranties. All equipment is backed by the manufacturer's warranty, and our team provides ongoing support and system monitoring for the life of your system.

Licenses

NYS Home Improvement Contractor License #158861
NYC Home Improvement Contractor License #2097285-DCA
Long Island Contractor License #L006640
Roofing & Solar Installation Licensed

Insurance

General Liability Insurance
Workers' Compensation Insurance
Disability Insurance
Commercial Auto Insurance
Fully insured for all residential and commercial solar installation work across New York and Pennsylvania.

Certifications

NYSERDA Approved Solar Installer
Preferred/Certified Installer for leading solar panel and inverter manufacturers (25-year manufacturer warranties)
New York State Licensed Home Improvement Contractor (License #158861)
NYC Licensed Home Improvement Contractor (License #2097285-DCA)
Long Island Licensed Contractor (License #L006640)

Manufacturer Certifications

  • Tesla Powerwall Certified Installer

What Customers Are Saying

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Over rated full of lies and deceit

I wish There was a negative 5 I could post … I am extremely angry not only with the company but with the law that allows this company to Rob citizens and elderly people without recourse.. after I discover this company filled for bankruptcy this lying witch of a person conniving deceitful and venous excuse of a human been by the name of Kathleen lied thru her teeth promising me I would get solar with no upfront cost from her Surf Clean Energy solar company .. BUT… before anything could happen it would cost me 7500$ to fix the electrical panel given to me damaged from the previous owner.. Kathleen was all fake and smile in making me believe this was my only option and after sending me these links that had issue going thru she convinced me to Zelle the money by breaking the payments into 3.. after sending 2500$ / times I decided to look into the company .. she continued to lie in her syrupy southern drawl .. being I had shared some private personal issues with this pig I had built some trust and blindly moved forward with the last of the payment .. only to be contacted by the electrician who was supposed to have done the job to inform me that he had applied for a permit to do the job and can I in turn help in closing the permit .. People ??? What stupid loophole allows a company to do this to hard working individuals … Solar was supposed to reduce our carbon footprint and help the world heal .. I think this loop hole should be sit down .. Kathleen back in jail where she belongs and taking the whole administration of that company to prison with her .. this is pathetic .. and I will not rest until I see the people paying for their crimes .. I am sure you all have a rationale for what you are doing, but it has a simple old fashioned name .. it’s theft and you are all professional theives and law enforcement ought to get involved immediately.. The electrician informed me that they were 100s of customers suffering my same fate .. PEOPLE .. are we gonna sit or are we gonna stand for this .. I beg the victims of this company let us not allow this company to get away with robbing one more senior citizen .. if you do not want to alllow fraudulent thieving solar companies to take advantage of you your family friends and our elderly citizens .. let us begin a class action suit against this company put them in jail and to restore our lost funds .. this is wrong and it must be corrected I am Giana Desir Feel free to contact me by text @ 917-833-9074 Leaving your full name phone number , and the amount of money you were scammed out of .. or email me @ SurfBadEnergyAction@gmail.com

Posted by SurfBadEnergyAction on Jun 10, 2026
They did not fulfill the contract

We signed a contract in Aug25, it is now Mid June 26. They installed the panels and the electrical box but never installed the critter guards as per the contract. I received one text telling me the job was done. They don't answer the phone or text messages. I contacted the Better Business Bureau. Surf Clean only stated they didn't forget about us but never contacted us or finished the job.

Posted by MADMAX847 on Jun 08, 2026
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Called to get an inspection for my underperforming solar system got appointment, cost was $500, and they requested a 50% deposit, and don’t take credit cards (seriously sketchy). I offered them a 10% deposit ($50) which they agreed to, via Zelle. On appointment day,they did not show, did not call, and did not reply to my voice and text msgs to Nick Z. Following day they tried to reschedule, but I had decided to use another company. $50 Deposit was paid April 16th, it’s now May 11 and it has not been returned, and Nick will not answer my calls.

Posted by cmartin002 on May 11, 2026
Remove solar panels to replace the roof

Surf clean energy arrived at my home at 7 o’clock November 11, 2025 they removed the panels placed them in my backyard and worked very efficiently and the job was completed by 945

Posted by janetw58 on Nov 11, 2025
One of the worst decision I've made

Surf clean energy salesman said I would be paying no more than $200 dollar a month for my solar but I ended paying double, having to look for a part time job to be able to afford the payment on the loan by mosaic, after calling and pleading for some resolution, surf energy salesman fabricated my loan application stating that I make triple than my actual income in order to get the loan application approved and having me stuck with a bill I can barely make payment to, everything was going well till I received my actual monthly payment.

Posted by dmskilz on Dec 03, 2024
Excellent work

Work was fast and friendly crew very professional

Posted by mdelsolano on Aug 30, 2024

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