Empire Solar & Electric
NABCEP certified solar and electrical company with 50+ years of combined experience serving the Capital District
18+
Years in Business
20
Customer Reviews
62 mi
Service Area
1-10
Employees
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About Empire Solar & Electric
Empire Solar & Electric is a solar and electrical company based at 6 Brunswick Road in Troy, NY, serving the Albany Capital District, Syracuse, Utica, and Rome. Founded in 2008, the company is owned by Rodney Wiltshire, who holds a degree in electrical engineering from Cornell University and is NABCEP certified as well as a NYSERDA-eligible installer of photovoltaic and solar thermal systems.
The company’s staff has over 50 years of combined electrical and renewable energy experience. Empire Solar & Electric handles residential and commercial solar installations, electrical panel upgrades, emergency power systems, and new construction wiring. This dual solar and electrical capability allows the company to manage the complete electrical scope of solar projects in-house.
Empire Solar & Electric operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM. The company assists Capital District customers with NYSERDA incentives, net metering, and zero-down solar financing options.
Service Area
Empire Solar & Electric serves the following areas within a 62-mile radius:
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Services Offered
Certifications & Accreditations
Partner Manufacturers
Warranty Coverage
25 years
12 years
10 years
What to Expect: Solar Installation Process
Initial Consultation
Free site survey and system design
Quote & Design
Detailed proposal with costs and savings
Installation
Panels, inverter, and wiring (1-3 days)
Inspection
City inspection and utility interconnection approval
Go Live
Utility grants PTO, system goes live
Customer Reviews
4.5
20 reviews
Chris V.
Rodney and his team at Empire Solar installed our system in Troy and the electrical work was impeccable. Having a Cornell-trained electrical engineer design our system gave us real confidence.
Barbara L.
Good experience overall. The system was installed professionally and has been performing as promised. Empire Solar handled all the permits and utility paperwork.
Jim P.
Local company with deep expertise. They handled both the electrical upgrade and solar installation for our Albany home in a single project. Efficient and professional.
Frequently Asked Questions About Empire Solar & Electric
What services does Empire Solar & Electric offer?
Empire Solar & Electric offers Solar Installation, Battery Storage, Solar Design, Maintenance, Grid Connection.
Is Empire Solar & Electric NABCEP certified?
Yes, Empire Solar & Electric is NABCEP certified and also holds NYSERDA Approved certification. NABCEP certification is the gold standard for solar professionals in the United States.
What areas does Empire Solar & Electric serve?
Empire Solar & Electric serves Albany, Troy, Schenectady, Syracuse, Utica, Rome. They are based in Albany with a service radius of 100 km.
What warranty does Empire Solar & Electric offer?
Empire Solar & Electric offers 25-year panel warranty, 12-year inverter warranty, and 10-year installation/workmanship warranty.
How are Empire Solar & Electric's customer reviews?
Empire Solar & Electric has a 4.5/5 rating based on 20 customer reviews. Customers consistently rate them highly.
How long has Empire Solar & Electric been in business?
Empire Solar & Electric was founded in 2008 and has been in business for 18 years. They are one of the more experienced solar installers in their area.
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