Solar Bear
Tampa Bay's local solar energy provider specializing in residential solar and attic insulation since 2015
11+
Years in Business
150
Customer Reviews
62 mi
Service Area
11-50
Employees
SurgePV Score
About Solar Bear
Solar Bear is a locally owned and operated solar energy company headquartered at 6101 Johns Road, Suite 8 in Tampa, Florida. Founded in 2015 by Blake Ambrester, the company serves residential property owners throughout the Tampa Bay metro area, Orlando, and Sarasota with solar PV installation, battery storage, solar thermal, and attic insulation services.
The company holds NABCEP certification and maintains a BBB accreditation with an A+ rating since March 2018. Solar Bear has a 4.6-star Google rating and a 4.51-star customer rating on the BBB based on nearly 300 reviews. Additional contact numbers include (727) 471-7442, (866) 916-0739, and (1-844) 444-8104.
Solar Bear handles residential solar installations from initial energy assessment through design, permitting, installation, and utility interconnection. The company also offers attic insulation services as part of a whole-home energy efficiency approach, helping homeowners reduce energy consumption before adding solar production. Solar Bear is open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Service Area
Solar Bear 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
4.6
150 reviews
Verified Customer
Solar Bear did a great job installing our solar system. The crew was professional and completed the work efficiently.
Verified Customer
Good experience from consultation to installation. The sales rep was helpful and not pushy, and the installation team was skilled.
Verified Customer
Solid installation and fair pricing. The system is generating as expected and we are happy with the results.
Frequently Asked Questions About Solar Bear
What services does Solar Bear offer?
Solar Bear offers Solar Installation, Battery Storage, attic_insulation.
Is Solar Bear NABCEP certified?
Yes, Solar Bear is NABCEP certified. NABCEP certification is the gold standard for solar professionals in the United States.
What areas does Solar Bear serve?
Solar Bear serves Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Orlando, Sarasota. They are based in Tampa with a service radius of 100 km.
What warranty does Solar Bear offer?
Solar Bear offers 25-year panel warranty, 12-year inverter warranty, and 10-year installation/workmanship warranty.
How are Solar Bear's customer reviews?
Solar Bear has a 4.6/5 rating based on 150 customer reviews. Customers consistently rate them highly.
How long has Solar Bear been in business?
Solar Bear was founded in 2015 and has been in business for 11 years. They are one of the more experienced solar installers in their area.
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