Our Director of Operations is a Master Electrician and we have 6 NABCEP Certified Professionals who know solar inside and out. We've been vetted by the USDA, the State Energy Conservation Office (SECO), the Mueller Megawatt Project and we sit on the San Antonio Solar Alliance Board. Approximately 50% of our sales leads come to us by way of referral from our satisfied homeowners.
Since we control 100% of the process, we're able to maintain high levels of quality, customer service and on-going maintenance. Our mission is to serve the community by offering the best products, at the best price, installed to the highest possible industry standards. Best in Texas Warranty. Simply put, Longhorn Solar offers the strongest, most customer-friendly 25-Year warranty in the solar industry.
Since we control 100% of the process, we're able to maintain high levels of quality, customer service and on-going maintenance. Our mission is to serve the community by offering the best products, at the best price, installed to the highest possible industry standards. Best in Texas Warranty. Simply put, Longhorn Solar offers the strongest, most customer-friendly 25-Year warranty in the solar industry.
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We're one of the best solar installers in Texas- providing the best products at the best price, installed by the best team in the industry. We take the time to explain everything and you'll be fully prepared to make an informed buying decision with a NO PRESSURE GUARANTEE. Above all, you'll start saving money fast with our efficient installation process handled by our in-house team (no sub-contractors).
If you're considering solar panels for your home in Austin, Dallas or San Antonio, you've come to the right place. Since 2009, Longhorn Solar has completed over 2,100 solar panel installations, saving our customers over $10.5M in avoided energy spending. We're a local, family-owned company with deep Texas roots, and we're licensed, insured and certified to the gills!
Whether you're looking for solar panels for your home, or solar panels for your business, we can help. Founder in Austin in 2009, we've worked hard to establish Longhorn Solar as the #1 Provider of solar panels in Austin. If you've been thinking about going solar but don't know where to start, give us a call.
Each Account Manager (AM) is hired and trained with the understanding that they will be entering into a long term relationship with you, that we do not have an "on to the next one" sales culture at Longhorn Solar. AMs are trained to serve as consultants, with a goal of educating you to the point where you can make a very informed buying decision.
Our vision is to see solar on every rooftop in Texas and to strengthen the social fabric of our communities. The Community First Initiative enables us to positively impact the places our employees and customers live in. Not only does each Community First home get a $500 discount on their solar system, but Longhorn Solar looks for ongoing sponsorship opportunities within the local school system.
Reviews (19)
Diana H.
Nov 15, 2021
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I was in the market for solar panels, and spoke with no less than 5 different companies. Longhorn Solar was the most honest and straightforward of them all. Their initial evaluation returned that my home was not a good candidate for solar due to the trees on our property. At first I thought, "That could not be correct. I had already spoken to multiple solar panel companies, and they all provided me with quotes." One company even said our home was a "unicorn" - meaning we had great sun exposure on our roof, and we would be silly not to move forward to install solar panels
Ron Reasoner
Jun 26, 2021
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Longhorn Solar puts up ads that allow comments then deletes those comments, brilliant!! They don't want the truth..... More of the PV solar scam. You won't save money with all of those hidden cradle to grave costs and responsibilities of being the power plant owner and operator. Leasing and PPA's have their own group of hidden costs and responsibilities. You won't save the planet with all of the unregulated mining, refining, and manufacturing done with slave labor and coal fired power in China and Asia. That is why they are cheap. They will tell you PV solar and batteries are manufactured in another
Maureen Meredith
Oct 07, 2020
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I've had my solar panels for five years. Longhorn Solar staff has always been very responsive and helpful. They make sure my panels are working properly and arrive on time for any appointments. All the staff, in office (Michelle Walker) and in the field (James Knittel), have been professional and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend them if you are considering installing solar panels.
Carolyn Swearingen
Sep 30, 2020
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We have now had our solar panel system since May 2018 and are so happy we took the leap. We have enjoyed working with Bryan - he is very professional and patient. In addition, we could not of made a better choice! Solar panels is something I have wanted to have for many years and the timing was great as we moved into our new home. I love seeing the daily savings and really am happy to be doing something positive for the environment!
Longhorn Solar is a great company and the entire process was smooth!
Carolyn & Seth Swearingen
Longhorn Solar is a great company and the entire process was smooth!
Carolyn & Seth Swearingen
Gina Lumampao
Aug 17, 2020
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We chose Longhorn Solar and are quite happy with our choice. The customer service has been great and everything was done in an efficient manner. They also do a good job and reaching out over the years to ensure that everything is working at an optimal level. All of the staff members and just recently James have all been kind and helpful. We never felt like they have been pushy, they seem genuine to want to provide a good service. I highly recommend Longhorn Solar.
Preston Wilson
Aug 01, 2020
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We got our panels installed less than a week ago and our system is already up and running. Bryan did a great job explaining the numbers and financing. They did reschedule our install last minute, so it’s important to keep in mind stuff like that can come up. Kelli did an amazing job keep us informed and getting us all the paperwork. She even basically handled the HOA stuff! She was awesome. The install crew was on time, quick, and courteous. Overall a pretty good job.
Ben Newcomer
Jul 25, 2020
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TLDR: Longhorn impresses me with both their system and their focus on customer satisfaction. Special call out to Kelli and Jessica who are literally phenomenal to work with. They are probably the best customer support I’ve ever gotten, ever anywhere.
I’ve worked with Longhorn Solar twice now (added an additional inverter and panels the second time because we bought an EV and our consumption went up) in the past 2 years and both times have been great experiences, but for different reasons.
First time, I added a 9kw system and things were great, except in the summer the inverter kept
I’ve worked with Longhorn Solar twice now (added an additional inverter and panels the second time because we bought an EV and our consumption went up) in the past 2 years and both times have been great experiences, but for different reasons.
First time, I added a 9kw system and things were great, except in the summer the inverter kept
Jake Carter
Jul 10, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Longhorn Solar and Bryan Kerr were amazing to work with. When other companies didn't respond, Bryan was very responsive and helpful, throughout the project. The installation crew from Longhorn Solar was professional, neat, and did amazing work. All-in-all it was a great experience and we love our new solar system from Longhorn Solar.
Longhorn Solar and Bryan Kerr were amazing to work with. When other companies didn't respond, Bryan was very responsive and helpful, throughout the project. The installation crew from Longhorn Solar was professional, neat, and did amazing work. All-in-all it was a great experience and we love our new solar system from Longhorn Solar.
Barbara Halikman Rick
Jul 06, 2020
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Professional and friendly. Addressed all questions prior to and after purchase in a timely manner. Installation done quickly, left property immaculate when done. Company and Bryan Kerr show integrity and were a pleasure to deal with. I would recommend them highly to anyone in the Austin area who is looking to install solar panels. Barb Rick, Round Rock, Tx
Tom Richards
Jun 24, 2020
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Longhorn Solar made the purchase of our solar system easy from start to finish. Their price was competitive. They handled everything for us. They submitted our application to the HOA for the "modification" approval. They obtained all required permits. They handled everything with Austin Energy. Our 12 panels and the associated equipment were installed in 3 hours! Their 25-year performance guarantee, along with the warranties of the panel and inverter manufacturers, provide peace of mind. It was a pleasure working with Thomas Cunningham and Project Manager Kellie Corzine. I would recommend Longhorn
Barb Rick
Jun 02, 2020
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I have my solar panels for just over a year now. I had gotten a number of quotes and all were relatively competitive, so money was not the deciding factor. I dealt with Bryan Kerr at Longhorn Solar and felt comfortable with him and therefore the company. There was no "pushy" sales, just factual information and critical dates given. The company was very responsive as I had questions before I decided if I was going to actually purchase.
After purchasing, the installation was done quickly and professionally with full clean-up upon completion. After installation, I was contacted to make sure I understood
After purchasing, the installation was done quickly and professionally with full clean-up upon completion. After installation, I was contacted to make sure I understood
Miguel D.
Jan 11, 2020
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Purchase a solar system form this company toward the end of 2017.
Since the middle of November of 2019 no electricity has been generated by the system, called Longhorn solar and they stated that the inverter needed to be replaced, they contact SolarEdge in California for a replacement.
No further notification received until I called Jessica McNeal in Dec. 31st 2019 and she apologized for the delay due to holiday issues but no inverter was received. Finally I personally called SolarEdge and to my surprise the Inverted was received by Longhorn solar on 12/16/19 and they gave me the track number
Since the middle of November of 2019 no electricity has been generated by the system, called Longhorn solar and they stated that the inverter needed to be replaced, they contact SolarEdge in California for a replacement.
No further notification received until I called Jessica McNeal in Dec. 31st 2019 and she apologized for the delay due to holiday issues but no inverter was received. Finally I personally called SolarEdge and to my surprise the Inverted was received by Longhorn solar on 12/16/19 and they gave me the track number
Derek L.
Oct 24, 2019
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Connor from Longhorn Solar helped me figure out my solar panel manufacturer and specifications though they neither installed it or asked any compensation from me to do so.
I bought a new house with an existing solar array. They helped me figure out the brand and specs so that I could send those details to my energy company in order to start selling back the excess energy our house didn't use.
No other company even responded to my requests since I was not trying to buy a new system.
I will absolutely use them for any of my solar needs moving forward and also recommending them to friends
I bought a new house with an existing solar array. They helped me figure out the brand and specs so that I could send those details to my energy company in order to start selling back the excess energy our house didn't use.
No other company even responded to my requests since I was not trying to buy a new system.
I will absolutely use them for any of my solar needs moving forward and also recommending them to friends
Cristy W.
Jun 18, 2019
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Our experience was overall fine. We got more information about available rebates than the other company we got a bid from, but the prices were comparable. We had a ground mount system installed and it seems to be working as expected.
We did have to call them back for not filling in the trench properly. After a rain, we had a 200' ditch of almost a foot, where human or cattle could be injured. They came back out to fill it...filled half and wanted to be done. I had to point out the other half beyond the fence.
They initially were going to install a "Sense" monitor, but said we
We did have to call them back for not filling in the trench properly. After a rain, we had a 200' ditch of almost a foot, where human or cattle could be injured. They came back out to fill it...filled half and wanted to be done. I had to point out the other half beyond the fence.
They initially were going to install a "Sense" monitor, but said we
Willie M.
Oct 04, 2018
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I responded to Longhorn's ad in our electric coop magazine about 5 years ago. They eventually did three projects for me, all were completed satisfactorily. One of those projects used the BenQ microinverter system. Most of the time after installation, I've had at least one BenQ panel not functional. It has been VERY difficult to get Longhorn out to fix things. Response time has been around 6 months. Recently, I was notified that BenQ was abandoning the system and internet monitoring would no longer be supported. An alternative was to monitor the gateway locally on my LAN. My
Debra V.
Sep 09, 2018
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Sam S.
Apr 26, 2018
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A big thanks to Logan and everyone at Longhorn Solar. The entire process was very enjoyable, informative and a great experience. From conception to installation everything exceeded my expectations and I have since referred friends and family who have also experienced the same great results. If you are looking for solar, look no further than Longhorn.
Matthew Benson
Jul 28, 2017
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I had my system installed back in June of 2016 and we are nothing but happy with it. Bryan K was our representative and took very good care of us. Our system was installed within a month of the paper work getting complete. Bryan K was very up front and transparent with the whole process. We shopped around and interviewed 3 other companies that all tried to pressure us into a contract deal to sign on site and Longhorn did nothing like this. They always communicated when thing were going to happen and Bryan continues to follow up with us to make sure everything is going smooth. Great customer service
Jon P.
Jun 23, 2016
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Longhorn Solar installed my 6 KW system in December 2012. We're in Cedar Park. No issues, solid installation. Couple of things worth noting:
1. I had a relatively new roof (replaced 2009), so installation made sense. If you have an old roof, consider waiting until you get the roof done.
2. Power usage projections have been in line with what was promised at the time of sale. I appreciate the accuracy.
3. Roof does not leak. Again, anytime you punch holes in a roof to install anything, leakage is a concern. The system they used to anchor the panels has performed really well 4 years
1. I had a relatively new roof (replaced 2009), so installation made sense. If you have an old roof, consider waiting until you get the roof done.
2. Power usage projections have been in line with what was promised at the time of sale. I appreciate the accuracy.
3. Roof does not leak. Again, anytime you punch holes in a roof to install anything, leakage is a concern. The system they used to anchor the panels has performed really well 4 years
