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Over the last 18 years we have completed more than 1,500 home solar installations in North Carolina. We’re ready to put the experience to work for you to find the right solar solution for your homes and family. Our process starts with educating you about solar including a free analysis of your home’s solar potential. Then we’ll work with you to design the perfect solar system for your home, energy needs, and budget. After that our 100% in-house team will install your system and you’ll be able to sit back and enjoy 30+ years of blissful clean energy savings. Contact us today to learn how much you can save by switching to clean solar energy!

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We’ve worked hard for more than 15 years to become North Carolina’s most trusted commercial solar installer. Whether you’re a small business, non-profit, agri-business, or full scale commercial operation, our team is ready to leverage our experience to find the right energy solution for your business. We provide everything from design & engineering to grant writing & financial partnership to make investing in solar as easy as possible. Reach out to us today to get started on a customized energy plan that maximizes your monthly energy savings and the tax credits and utility incentives available for your company.

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We help builders create, verify, and sell high-performing homes. As an independent verifier, we support builders during construction to ensure all of their homes meet code and/or achieve green certification. After homes are built, we continue to help builders capture the maximum benefit from their high-performance upgrades by offering sales and marketing training and support. Give us a call today to discuss how we can help make your homeowners happier and increase your revenue.

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Why Choose Southern Energy Management?

This is a great company to work with. The staff and workers were all friendly, courteous, and helpful. There were some scheduling delays due to the weather (incessant rain for more than a week), but that is the nature of this sort of work. Their monitoring system is easy to understand and we love watching electricity flow from our roof to the grid.

Tobin F.

11:17 26 Mar 21

We'd been thinking about solar panels for years, but thought it would be too hard and expensive. Southern Energy made it easy, helped us secure the substantial solar panel rebate from Duke Energy, and now we have almost no power bill! It was a great investment financially and environmentally. I highly recommend the team at Southern Energy Management.

Nicholas J.

21:42 13 Feb 21

We had two solar systems installed by SEM: a 4.3 kW system in 2013 and, after moving to a new house, an 8.7 kW system in 2020. In both cases, we worked with Graham Alexander. He is outstanding. The fact that he's been at SEM for so long says something. This is a great local company and they do an exceptional, professional job. I've recommended them to my neighbors. For our new system, we included one Tesla powerwall, mainly to provide power in the event of outages.

Mark Z.

17:31 10 Feb 21

From beginning to end, SEM has been our partner in creating a solar system that met our needs and satisfied our wants. They were proactive, informative, and responsive in a way we really don't see very often anymore. It was clear that customer and their experience is at the forefront of their consideration at every turn. From the office team to the installation crew we were met with informed and skilled professionals who exceeded our expectations every time.

Sam P.

17:49 09 Feb 21

The SEM folks did a great job with our new residential solar installation. They were very helpful at all stages of the process--analyzing the suitability of a system, designing it, installing it without incident and ensuring it was connected promptly. They were also very helpful in assisting with the rebate process.

Robert M.

17:40 09 Feb 21

Sara was terrific. The team was fast and efficient. Communication regarding the rebate was fantastic - through and frequent. Very, very satisfied.

John8392

16:04 09 Feb 21

In the midst of a miserable year, putting solar on our house was an absolute point of light in the darkness. We realized we had contacted Graham at Southern Energy a few years ago and when we called him he had the quote and plan up and ready for us within days. He worked with us to design a system that would meet our needs including the addition of an electric car in the next few years. The whole process from planning to installation to helping us with the rebates was seamless and professional. I recommend solar and this company to anyone who is ready to help make a difference.

west L.

14:16 09 Feb 21

Highly recommend. Southern Energy Mgt has skilled technicians, uses the highest quality equipment, and displays a deep commitment to the environment and community. We're loving our panels, reducing our carbon emissions and saving money over the longterm. It is so satisfying to monitor the system and see real-time the impact we are able to have!

Matt K.

03:53 15 Jan 21

The company is amazing. Everyone is friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. They made the process of installing solar panels on my home effortless.

Louis F.

18:14 17 Dec 20

Southern Energy Management provided comprehensive and extremely informed consultation, installation, and post-installation service for our new home solar system. They have an incredibly informed and courteous team of employees that answered questions at every step of the process. They have continued to help us after installation as I learn the system and other facets like rebates and tax advantages. Really a top notch company.

Eugene O.

12:48 09 Dec 20

Installation went as planned. Everyone was easy to work with. Great overall experience.

Bob B.

02:28 24 Nov 20

Great company and people!

Ronald H.

23:16 23 Nov 20

Wonderful team to work with! They did the original (7.44kW) installation at our new house and then did an additional 1.5kW addition this year. They are easy to work with, knowledgeable, prompt and dedicated. Would definitely recommend!

Kyle B.

21:09 13 Nov 20

While we had some hiccups with the project schedule and the install, I was very satisfied with the overall experience and my decision to purchase a Tesla Powerwall. The customer service and communication from the SEM team wer exceptional.I’m considering some future expansion options (additional panels, another PW) and if I move forward, SEM would be my first choice.

Chris F.

18:34 11 Nov 20

Excellent in every respect from sales consulting on our system to system design and engineering to implementation and service follow up we’ve been pleased with SEM. No glitches with the process to get government and regulatory approvals for net metering either! We would strongly recommend SEM and by the way they are just good and high integrity individuals too.

Chuck P.

18:36 09 Oct 20

Graham and Maddie make a great team. We've only been up and running for 2 weeks so a true review is premature, but the communication and installation went smoothly. Would recommend highly.

Sylvia B.

17:22 06 Sep 20

Professional in sales process, permitting, installation, and ongoing service.

Ted T.

13:44 01 Sep 20

We are exceptionally pleased that we chose Southern Energy Management as our solar provider. From our initial contact to after installation education, the service provided by Southern Energy Management and our primary point of contact, Graham Alexander, has been outstanding. Highly recommended.

Dan D.

20:44 14 Aug 20

We had a solar system installation earlier in 2020 and it has been online now for 3 months. We are extremely happy with all aspects of the ordering, design, installation and operation.From the timing, you will note that the installation took place during 'lockdown' and SEM had good protocols in place for dealing with containment.It's rare for me to give a five star review, but SEM deserve it for a few reasons: First and foremost they were logistically superbly organized to support us through the Duke rebate application nightmare. Brandon and his team were simply outstanding in ensuring that we were briefed, had real time support during, and then, perhaps most importantly, went in to bat for us when Duke's site collapsed and the denied our application. Eventually, Duke accepted that e HAD applied in the right way and the right time, but without Brandon's team that would have been a most painful process. The other reason that I give a five star is that when issues arise, as they always do in a project such as this, issues were resoled easily and quickly. Maddie and her team resolved insurance back and forward (again with Duke :-)) and she was available promptly to tackle questions, updates and to 'make things happen'.All in all, an unqualified recommendation. Oh, and a significant reduction in electricity bills (at least in mid-summer)

Graham B.

13:38 05 Aug 20

I went with SEM not just for pricing reasons (though they were highly competitive), but for their technical expertise, lengthy history in the solar business, and certified B corp status. On top of all this, their extended team is personable, knowledgeable and highly responsive to questions (even after you sign). A strong recommend from a very satisfied customer!

Eliisa Griffin A.

03:59 24 Jul 20

It was great working with Randy Linhart on my proposal. I'd highly recommend him and Southern Energy. The presentation was very professional and informative. Know that you're getting a high quality system if you use them.

Carey V.

16:45 16 Jul 20

Excellent service and quality. any issues we had were taken care of promptly.

Mrblackice

19:18 26 Jun 20

Even through COVID-19 Southern Energy Management installed my 22 panel system. They were very professional and safety minded when it came to being in am house during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The team wore masks and wiped everything down as they worked to ensure they didn’t accidentally spread COVID-19. I do Highly recommend Southern Energy Management to anyone considering going Solar.I am looking forward to years of Solar generated energy.

Duane C.

18:03 25 Jun 20

My wife and I have experienced an amazing and gratifying process of acquiring and having solar panels installed. Southern Energy Management did an outstanding making this happen.

sankey M.

13:51 25 Jun 20

The whole process was extremely smooth from the information session to the last detail. The sales rep was knowledgeable, thorough and experienced. I was kept informed of everything that was going to happen and was given choices of dates and times of day. The installers were professional and always on time. They left the place clean and just as they found it. The office personnel was a joy to deal with - they were available for questions and got back to me in a very timely fashion. Southern Management Energy takes care of all the permits, contacting the HOA (if you have one), the county for the permits, and your electric provider. I cannot be happier that I chose SEM for my solar project!!!

O D.

18:07 16 Jun 20

Informative presentation, professional installation, good results. Very happy with Southern Energy.

Gary S.

14:21 10 Jun 20

If you want a professional installations of solar for your house - you need not look anywhere else than Southern Energy Mgmt. Graham and his solar team made my installation so easy from beginning to producing my own energy. I picked Southern Energy to do my install based on their long history & experience in the industry . The installation crew headed up by Rich were top notch and professional. Total install took 3 days and then I was up and producing energy. Kelly my project coordinator communicated with me at every stage and was a pleasure to work with and all the staff returned my emails almost immediately if I had questions. The Solar-Edge monitoring system lets me see in real time how my solar panels are working and and I like being able see how much CO2 emission is saved by my solar panels. I feel confident that 20 years from now - I'll be able to depend on Southern Energy to be there if I need them. Thank you Solar Team! Gwen Belcredi

Gwen B.

23:08 08 Jun 20

Although the process of getting solar was long, Southern Energy Management helped all the way.

sarah S.

18:47 25 May 20

Great technical support, new owner orientation.

Joann H.

14:58 25 May 20

So far, so good with a new set of solar panels and a powerwall battery backup that SEM set up at my home. Nice to drive down costs and be able to management my consumption as well as have emergency backup power to keep water, fridge, and food served for the family. SEM folks are friendly, reliable, and work to get the job done properly with county inspections and power company rebates to boot!

Randy Van B.

18:52 15 May 20

I am a repeat customer of Southern Energy Management and they once again did a great job, start to finish. When my wife and I sold our house and bought another, one of the first calls I made was to SEM to talk about adding solar to the new house. I worked with Graham Alexander to get a quote and coordinate the project. It was too late in 2019 to get the project installed before the end of the year. We arranged for delivery of the panels to occur before December 31st and I paid the initial amount so I could get the 30% tax credit that expired at the end of the year. Maddie O'Beirne was our project manager and she kept us informed every step of the way.At the end of the day, the works was done on schedule and very professionally and was priced competitively.I highly recommend Southern Energy Management to anyone considering solar.

Aubrey M.

15:28 05 May 20

Southern Energy Management was great to work with for our solar install-- we are so happy we went with them as there are a lot of companies out there. They were very communicative, professional, skilled, courteous, prompt- helped navigate the solar rebate and tax credit. We HIGHLY recommend them- you can't go wrong and we are cranking out all kinds of solar power now!! Everyone should have solar- it pays for itself over time and it's the right thing to do!

Nancy C.

11:34 17 Apr 20

Thanks to Southern Energy for putting solar panels on the roof. Great process, start to finish.

Martin R.

22:00 15 Apr 20

Got solar with SEM several years ago, and then had them install a Tesla Powerwall a couple of months ago. Fantastic work both times. Very knowledgeable project managers and installers. A great company!

Mark T.

19:40 15 Apr 20

Great experience with Southern Energy Management. Every person I dealt with for our installation (around 38 panels) was professional and friendly, even working in a 100 year old home. I love geeking out on our solar system, and they answered all the questions I could come up with. They also seem to treat their employees well. Highly recommended.

Aris B.

20:54 14 Apr 20

I am very excited to have my solar system up and operating. Working with the SEM team has been such a pleasure. Their enthusiasm and work ethic is such a joy and infectious. I highly recommend this excellent, local company if you are considering solar!!!

Mike P.

14:46 10 Mar 20

Have had two systems installed by Southern Energy Management. Great installation, clean work, sized perfectly! Works as designed!

Dave S.

15:08 15 Feb 20

Just completed all the final steps of my 7 kWh system installation from Southern Energy Management, and this process really could not have been any easier. The folks at Southern Energy Management will take care of your project from start to finish. This is how project management should work everywhere.Mike Neptune got us started helping us figure out what kind of system we could do and whether it made financial sense for us to do it (it did at our house in Durham, not at our house in another location). He did not try to up sell us things that would not work.Dave Anderson will guide you step by step through how things work getting all the engineering stuff done. Dave really went above and beyond to make sure that our weirdly complex system went in without any hassles or problems.Maddie O’Bierne managed all the interconnection stuff, permitting, insurance, and making sure that you avoid any and all problems with Duke Energy. She made it such that I didn’t have to think about any details that would derail this thing.Brandon Pendry guides you through the process of getting your Duke Energy rebate and he made sure I got my full rebate. I do not envy him the task of dealing with those people, but he does so cheerfully.All in all, probably the best team I could have asked for. Thanks a bunch guys.

Benjamin W.

14:59 12 Feb 20

I could not be more impressed and grateful for the team at Southern Energy Management. While I am still planning my installation, the team have gone above and beyond to help me plan. They are extremely clear about the process, upfront about all the costs, and steps, and the support every step of the way is superb. They are professional, kind, and caring - they go beyond just service!As part of the process, there is the application for the Duke Energy rebate program. This year, there was a severe glitch in the system at the application step, and the team at Southern Energy Management have gone way beyond my expectations to support me and all of their clients in the midst of this error. They have no responsibility to take for the errors and poor service of Duke Energy, but have done everything in their power to support me and my application, and to fight on my behalf for the rebate. I'm overwhelmed with gratitude and beyond impressed. If you are looking for not only a service provider, but a partner to support your solar installation, look no further!!

Bart E.

11:00 09 Feb 20

very easy to work with. Gave full information, so there were no surprises and I felt fully informed. I highly recommend them for your solar needs. They went the extra mile to give individualized service for our particular situation.

Lois B.

22:26 23 Dec 19

Southern Energy installed a 9.3kW system on my house. I got several quotes and theirs was the best price/performance. The panels are very sensitive and even generate small amounts of energy when it is raining. Their people Sara, Alex, Sam and Brandon managed presales, construction, permits with Duke and the town, metering and rebates smoothly and with no effort required on my part. The system comes with a metering portal so I can see throughout the day how much I am generating and consuming. The energy I generate but don't use gets credited back at retail price to Duke, so I don't need a battery. My next project will be to install Nest thermometers and smart lights to reduce my energy consumption as close as possible to my generating capacity.

Lars E.

00:11 19 Dec 19

Received excellent service from Dave Anderson and others through the entire process. Everyone was very knowledgeable and are true professionals. I am very happy with my solar panels and my decision to use Southern Energy Management.

Donna F.

18:40 15 Dec 19

The personnel at Southern Energy Management were awesome to work with from the beginning to the completion of the project installing solar panels on our roof. They answered questions quickly and were always available for us. A truly wonderful experience and we're very glad we did it! Even better is decrease in electrical bill!!

Judy L.

00:45 10 Dec 19

I am pleased with the addition of 10 new solar panels plus adding optimizers to my older panels, a new inverter & addition of snow guards to the panels on the upper roof. The technicians were all friendly, timely & kept me informed of the progress of project.

Suzy L.

03:04 30 Nov 19

Only good things to say! Every person we worked with listened to our questions and concerns. Sara M, solar residential specialist and salesperson, was patient, thorough, punctual. Maddie, project manager, held our hand through the process, making the required interaction with Duke seamless, and clarifying every step we needed to act upon. Davison engineered the installation. He is a caring problem solver, and took the time to meet with builder Jeff in order to optimize the layout and esthetics of the conduits. Carie, bookkeeper, was prompt, precise, and helpful. As I said, only good things to say! Thank you, Southern Energy Management!- Inge & Clay (Hillsborough, NC)

Inge De B.

22:27 26 Nov 19

We had a solar installation done in late August. Everyone from the install techs to the office staff were great and super easy to deal with. After speaking to some friends that used another company (multiple inspection fails and no guidance on the Duke rebate plan), I’m happy that we went with SEM.

Joe M.

15:40 15 Nov 19

Happy to reduce our carbon footprint with a 30 panel installation and a Tesla Powerwall designed and installed by our friends at Southern Energy Management. Great service from SEM and they are sticking with us with excellent service to make sure we understand how this system works, and how we get our rebate from Duke. Highly recommended!

Gregg W.

23:19 30 Sep 19

Second house we built in two years and, though new to solar the first time, it was a must have then and again on the new house. Great service from start to finish with Southern Energy. Held our hand through the process and helped get the rebates and tax credits that really reduced the cost. Ran herd on the local energy supplier to smooth the installation of the required metering and hardware. Great orientation to the system apps and monitoring to actually see the savings on a daily basis. Twice the happiness on two installations! Highly recommended. In fact I have several folks who have installed on my experience and are as happy!!

Jeff K.

22:49 30 Sep 19

Professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and my powerwall 2 works as advertised, I"m a happy camper!

Kris V.

17:05 18 Sep 19

I had the most amazing experience with Southern Energy Management from the first contact through the end. They were super friendly, flexible, supportive, helpful and knowledgeable. I cannot recommend them enough, there aren't more stars to give. I am so glad I went solar and that I did my research. I have zero reservations about using them or recommending them. The whole process took from May through August from first contact and discussions to up and running and complete. I understand my system, it's abilities, my energy usage, and what a difference I am making. If you are seeking the Solar route - use this company! They're local, stand behind their work and products, and are a certified B Corp (you'll find out what that means if you don't already know)

Nicholas Von H.

19:17 17 Sep 19

The entire experience was excellent from design to installation. I was very impressed with everyone that worked on my installation.

Paul F.

18:59 16 Sep 19

Great company well known all across our state for doing good work.

Stephen W.

20:01 12 Sep 19

Just went "live" in July. Installation went smoothly, staff very communicative, professional, responsive and easy to work with: they make it easy to go solar!

Brian

20:35 15 Aug 19

Great to work with! From start to finish they took care of everything... evaluating our energy needs based on historical data, getting ARB approval in our community, system install, initiating the meter swap out, and system orientation. They were always quick to answer questions and have even followed up after we went "live" to make sure we didn't have any other questions.

Paula V.

17:28 14 Aug 19

So proud to be part of the Solar Tribe! Southern Energy Management was a pleasure to work with on my residential solar installation. The entire project went well and the SEM team kept me well informed throughout the process. This is the team you want for solar in NC!

Scarlett H.

17:45 28 Jul 19

SEM has great team who work with you to determine an optimal solar solution. Its been great working with them for my home solar solution and their post implementation support is outstanding. I would highly recommend them.

Prem R.

19:11 18 Jul 19

Staff was enthusiastic and knowledgeable about their subject matter. Very responsive when contacted with questions or problems. Our solar installation is working very well. A good company to do business with.

Robert W.

18:33 18 Jul 19

I contacted a number of Solar Companies for an off grid project where I'd need solar to provide 100% of my power needs and most all other companies I contracted told me they couldn't manage the difficult demands of my project including boat rides to the site in later winter to an island. Graham and the Southern Energy team did a great job despite me being on the coast and the demands of the job. They were able to get 2 Tesla batteries quicker than Tesla said they could and met all the deadlines I set. Once the system was up and running we had an issue with one of the batteries which required multiple site visits by Southern Energy's team and their pro tech Levi who can fix anything. After it was found out that 1 of the batteries was faulty Tesla sent a new one quickly to replace the likely damaged one and Southern Energy was quick to make the change and service any issues we ran into on this difficult build. I would highly recommend them especially on any difficult jobs like mine.

Michael R.

17:40 18 Jul 19

An excellent company from planning and installation to customer support. I would highly recommend these folk to anyone looking to go Solar.

Peter W.

15:59 18 Jul 19

Strongly recommend!

arunima B.

19:48 12 Jul 19

We had Southern Energy Management install a solar system on our house in Raleigh and went live in April of 2019. They did a great job: explained things well, guided us through the application and rebate process, did the installation on time and on budget, and were in all ways a pleasure to deal with. The system is functioning as expected, and we are very pleased.

Jerry H.

09:01 12 Jun 19

SEM was really fantastic throughout the whole process! I had received another quote from Brio and wanted a second opinion so I called SEM and they came out and did a site review. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and upfront with the total cost and I was particularly impressed with the fact that they did not try to push me into buying the system unlike Brio. The installation took a little longer than I had hoped but that was mainly because it was during Christmas and the New Year. They made sure that I was prepared to apply for the Duke Energy rebate right on time and have been great with communication since the installation. So far we are enjoying a great solar array! Thanks!

Andy K.

13:36 11 Jun 19

These folks did a great job installing my solar panels and Tesla POWERWALL. It was a difficult installation due to the design of the house but they worked through each challenge and provided a great finished product. Follow up and communication after the install has been stellar. I would recommend then to anyone. The system is working as expected and is providing great value!

Steven J.

02:33 02 Jun 19

If you are interested in Solar Energy this is the company you want to do business with. Every member of their team is top notch, they answer all of your questions and they stand behind their product and services. What more can you ask for? Highly recommended!

Mitchell D.

14:08 17 Apr 19

Great company. Everyone was a pleasure to work with and everything delivered as promised.

Kyle E.

02:03 26 Mar 19

I can't say enough good things about the folks at SEM. We installed a 10kw system with Tesla Powerwalls back in July. Every piece of the process - sales, project management, install, support - was top notch. You can tell by talking to anyone there that solar is not only their job but also their passion. Highly recommended!

Matt C

22:40 16 Mar 19

Had a great experience with Southern Energy! they were very easy to work with, very professional and project management was great. They were diligent in making sure that we were signed up for the Duke rebate. Would strongly recommend.

Karen H.

21:17 15 Feb 19

My experience with Southern Energy has been incredibly positive. I had started working with another contractor initially and after doing some more research ended up dropping them and reaching out to Southern energy. I'm glad I did and every step of the process has gone smoothly. It is a fairly long, cumbersome process but they seem to do quite a bit to make it as simple as possible. I now have a fully functional system that is delivering at or above the promised level of performance. Everyone I've worked with, from sales to project management to installer, has been professional and helpful. I even had a guy from the rebate team return an email (from home) on Christmas Day! So I strongly recommend anyone with a roof that gets quite a bit of sun call SEM and get a solar estimate!

Paul-Laurie N.

18:56 05 Feb 19

Everything went as planned. They did an excellent job. Highly recomended.

Mark S.

18:18 22 Jan 19

Great team to work with. Our energy rating and solar installation were timely and efficient so now, we are too!

laurie C.

20:28 18 Jan 19

Southern Energy Management installed a solar system at our home this past fall, and the experience was terrific from start to finish. First, I interviewed four different companies. SEM's representative was by far the most forthright about what could be done. Others tried to sell me a system that was inadequate for my house, but MORE expensive than the one we ended up with. Second, the installation team was courteous and friendly to a person. Finally, the follow-up has been very professional. The SEM team coached us through the process of applying for the Duke rebate; they taught us how to monitor our system; and they, too, monitored the system to make sure it was working well. In sum, SEM is a thoroughly professional company that cares about its customers and works hard WITH you to achieve an outcome that you will be happy with.

Pamela C.

15:47 07 Jan 19

Highly recommend! This company is very easy to work with and they made the entire process so easy and painless. They are very professional and reliable. Everyone we engaged with was friendly and helpful.

Kimberly Hickey B.

15:46 30 Dec 18

We hired Southern Energy Management to design a solar system for our home. I cannot say enough good things about this company. I would absolutely hire SEM again and recommend them to anyone interested in solar.I was originally concerned that our home may not be suitable for solar based on orientation and available square footage. They listened to our concerns and answered all our questions. SEM was able to design a system around our physical constraints and even provided us with various options.Everyone we communicated with was professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. The installers were respectful and courteous. The project manager we worked was thorough and detailed. The energy specialist educated us on solar and designed a system that was conducive to our homes needs. The bookkeeper was patient and understanding when one of our payments was lost in the mail. Anytime I needed information or a question answered, someone was always an email or phone call away.We are 100% satisfied with SEM and with our solar installation.

Ben S.

20:42 16 Dec 18

Recently added to PV panels. Job was completed as scheduled with SEM taking care of all paperwork associated with Duke Energy. Follow-up was completed to ensure everything was working properly especially the monitoring application. Crew was extremely knowledgeable , courteous, and professional. All in all, everything one could expect was done. Would have no reservations recommending SEM highly.

Joe H.

00:22 28 Nov 18

I spoke with Mike about the possibility of using solar panels to get power to a small barn we are going to have. Although he wasn't in our area, he still educated us on solar energy and its benefits. This is exactly what we needed and it feels good to have someone who is willing to help!

Matt W.

20:04 26 Nov 18

This is our second time working with this company. They are extremely knowledgeable. All the staff are friendly and courteous. Their work is top-notch and extremely professional.

Jeanne C.

22:30 15 Nov 18

Excellent customer education and service by a professional team.

trish H.

20:23 13 Nov 18

If you've been considering going solar, do it by the end of 2018!So I got quotes from 4 solar companies--and after all this research, it became obvious to me that the best choice was Southern Energy Management. Here are my reasons:1. They were the only company that told me that they would GUARANTEE the current Duke Energy Rebate for installing solar. Everyone else told me they hoped I would get it, but they could not guarantee it (it would be at my own risk to assume I would get it). Southern Energy Management said that if I did not get the rebate, they would refund me the money that I would have gotten for the rebate.2. They use Solar Edge monitoring (see included image which is a screenshot from my phone) so I can monitor my energy input/output/use. They are not the only company that has this, but some of them do not have this monitoring.3. They had the lowest price! The most expensive quote I got was $8000 more than the quote from Southern Energy Management! That's a HUGE difference. It pays to do your homework and get more than one quote.4. They are a local business that has been around since 2001. They aren't going anywhere--and they have a business model that is not just based on solar alone. This is helpful because solar becomes more and less popular based on current tax incentives and rebates. Half of their business is doing building certifications for new construction (on their energy efficiency and whatnot). So even when the solar rebates/tax incentives are lower, they will still be in business.5. They were the only company I remember that also GUARANTEED our solar performance. They give us an estimate of the performance with our initial quote. So if our installed panels don't perform as well as they expect, they will replace the panel(s) or pay us the difference (I can't remember the exact terms of the guarantee).They have been great to work with and I highly recommend them.So now is the best time in history in NC (so far) to install solar because there is both a huge rebate from Duke Energy (ours was $4,560) AND the federal tax credit of 30% of the cost. So our net (out of pocket) cost for our system was about $12,000. We personally chose to do a 2-year same as cash financing they offered and are setting aside $500 each month so when our 24 months are up--We have the $12,000, plus the rebate money from Duke ($4650) and the Federal tax credit (about $6700).So our energy bill is drastically reduced during this time (and beyond)--so some of the savings from our solar panels are literally helping pay for the cost of the system! Eventually, the system will have more than paid for itself (I'm thinking 7-10 years, depending on the performance of our system and how much Duke Energy raises electricity costs over those years).We get net metering through Duke Energy, which means that credits we send to the grid can be used later at at 1:1 ratio. They reset the credits every year in May, so you don't want to over produce, because they won't pay you for the excess energy if you produce way more than you use. Southern Energy Management helped us determine the best size system for our home after reviewing our electric bills.So I talked to an employee at Southern Energy Management yesterday and he said that through the end of 2018 they can still GUARANTEE the Duke Energy rebate. So if you've been thinking about going solar, I would recommend you do it now! Also, they told me that if you tell them that I referred you, that you get $250 off your system as well (just give them my name-Tamara)!

Tamara M.

19:50 07 Nov 18

We had a great experience with Southern Energy Management. Every member of the team is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. They took care of all the paperwork with Duke Energy and Durham County, and provided the instructions and paperwork we needed to apply for the rebate with Duke Energy. Our system looks great and we love our low electric bills. Special kudos to Graham Alexander, who answered all our questions, gave us expert advice, and seamlessly guided the process from start to finish. We highly recommend this company.

Claudia F.

19:56 31 Oct 18

Nothing but good things to say about Southern Energy Management and my solar installation. From the initial sales contacts through planning and installation to final turn-up and performance monitoring, Southern Energy was outstanding. Highly recommended!

Tom P.

12:46 30 Oct 18

Great company to work with. Process was very clear and well-organized. They handled all the permits and paperwork flawlessly.

Garrett R.

20:24 03 Oct 18

My wife and I decided it would be nice not to have an electric bill when we retire (about 2 years from now). We did our research and landed on Southern Energy Management. Everything from their initial evaluation of our property, to their proposal, to the completed job has been first class. We cannot praise them enough. If you are seriously considering going solar, you won't do better than SEM. We have since bought a 3-year old Nissan Leaf and have eliminated 80% of our gasoline usage (still have our Toyota Camry for trips over 85 miles). And best of all, we are not even paying for the electricity to charge the car.

James R.

16:03 28 Sep 18

The folks at SEM were patient, helpful, and professional. They worked with me until they could design a system that met my needs. I highly recommend!

Jeff G.

15:19 14 Sep 18

Southern Energy was great to work with. We just completed building a new home with solar planned in from the beginning. Southern Energy provided great advise and assistance with design and planning. Installation was completed on time and they have been very responsive to any questions we've had. The SolarEdge online monitoring system works great and it's fun to watch power production and consumption rates throughout the day.

Alan W.

13:59 05 Sep 18

Graham Alexander and all the team at Southern Energy Management did an excellent job placing solar panels on our house, working with Duke Energy to get a rebate and also getting the federal tax credit. Kelley was always prompt, pleasant and efficient as was the team on site. I have referred a number of friends to Southern Energy so they can enjoy investing in solar and getting the long term benefits.

Jack C.

02:28 04 Sep 18

A+. Smart. Nice. Work very hard. Tell the truth and then do what they promised. Easy to talk with them; they return mail/phone calls on weekends! They actually behave, not just talk, as a TEAM. I would not shop for price on a $30K investment with a life of 25 years. Nonetheless I think their competence justifies every dollar; I did not find their price non-competitive.

Michael S.

19:38 21 Aug 18

Awesome service! Absolutely LOVE my new solar installation!!

Brayden Z.

23:01 30 Jul 18

We had a 17kW system put in back in February of this year. It has been amazing coming close to 100% renewable energy for our house. And the panels look awesome. The crew at Southern Energy (Thanks Kelley, Graham, Brinson, Davison and all the other folks we worked with!) did a great job installing and making it look like the panels belong there. I’m looking forward to the day when the roof is the solar panel, and it has the same or higher efficiency as what we just had installed. I can’t recommend Southern Energy Management enough!

Warren K.

12:17 26 Jul 18

Excellent contractor in every way!

Rebecca P.

11:45 06 Jul 18

Southern Energy Management demonstrated that they're a skilled and knowledgable solar installer. From my first interaction with Graham, they showed that they understand solar energy and met all of my requests. Kelley and the Project Management team were very organized and kept me well informed throughout the permitting and planning process. Then, Sam and his installation crew continued the great service with a careful and professional installation. I would highly recommend Southern Energy Management for their knowledge, professionalism and skill. Thank you to Southern Energy Management for my new solar system, which is performing exactly as expected.

Dawson R.

15:09 05 Jul 18

I purchased a 6KW system from Southern Energy Management in December 2012 and it went live in February 2013. David Churn was my sales representative and he did a great job of working with my wife and I.The installation team was very professional and was always on time and kept the area clean. We reduced our energy bill over 60%. The app to track usage also alerted me to a problem with our heating system by showing the increased usage during a cold spell.The only delay in the project was due to Duke-Carolinas getting out to certify the system.I highly recommend SEM.

David M.

17:49 04 Jul 18

After getting quotes from several local solar installers and then waiting till the time was right for us we went with Southern Energy Management. The process went very smoothly and Graham was able to address all of our concerns and demands with a system that meets our needs. I'd recommend them to anyone interested in exploring solar!

indigetal

18:00 29 Jun 18

SEM completed my first project with them in 2010. I just had another great experience with them on my new house in Downtown Raleigh. They did a great job, communicated well with the General Contractor and Architect, and kept on top of the schedule. I'm still a very pleased customer!

Scott P S.

17:54 20 Mar 18

SEM is a dedicated group of professionals who work very hard everyday at their craft - solar energy and energy saving solutions. They are pioneers in the field and their passion is contagious from their leadership right down to their installers and support staff. True professionals.

Mike R.

18:41 22 Sep 17

SEM was wonderful to work with. They worked with me to tailor their services to meet the needs of my solar project. From the work with their engineers to customer service to the installers ....we found the process smooth, efficient and with significant value add. I highly recommend Southern Energy Management.

Kenneth M.

19:22 07 Nov 14

just finished installing solar roof panels. very satisfied with SEM every step of the way, from first info visit to post-installation orientation. Every individual we've met or worked with via email has been professional, thorough, knowledgeable, and friendly. No hesitation in recommending SEM!

Patti R.

13:01 29 May 14

What a great experience! If you are interested in renewable energy, give Southern Energy Management a call!!! They worked with us to create a Photovoltaic (PV) System that fit our needs. Each member of the Solar Team who worked on our project was extremely professional and friendly. The project was completed before the 90 days originally outlined, and all work was on budget! The Solar Team stayed in contact with us during each step of the process. They were great at answering all our questions. Now we are watching our system increase its production of solar energy and watching our use of energy from the grid decrease. Awesome!

Sharon A.

21:50 26 Mar 14

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