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Holy mackerel!!! Stop the presses and shut the door! I just received my corrected APS bill, since the installation and authorization to operate my Photovoltaic power system, installed by PEP Solar in late June. Briefly, there are two meters installed and monitored by APS. The first is a consumption meter and the second is a production meter. Following the authorization to connect in late June, my first bill was in excess of $142. When I called APS to get an explanation they stated that this was an estimate of consumption based upon usage from the previous billing cycle. Since the estimate was based upon the previous month PRIOR TO installation I presumed that the bill would “correct itself” the following month. The August bill was north of $194. Again, when I called APS I was informed that the meter was not consumption meter was NOT transmitting actual usage and they once again pointed to the “estimate of consumption”. But until it is corrected pay the stated amount.

September was again over $192. This was extraordinary. As a seasonal (winter) resident of Surprise, I was chagrined to see my electrical consumption was so high. Admittedly, I had made several trips back during the summer but these were measured in days. My electrical bills, translated to consumption were well above my expectations especially as in addition to the installation of a photovoltaic system, (something that I had always wanted to do) I had undertaken major investments in the installation of open celled insulation and smart home features. Those are stories for another time.

Back to the beginning. My corrected electric bill from APS is (wait for it); $-394.00. I called APS to confirm that I was not misinterpreting the – in front of the statement and they confirmed that I had a credit on my account.

As mentioned, like many consumers I had read about the advances in solar panel technology over the years. However, as a resident of the Pacific Northwest, residing amidst tall fir trees the dream of installing and using a solar system for my home was an akin to looking for Sasquatch. When we purchased our home in the Valley in June of 2018, the concept of began to potentially become a reality. I solicited bids from seven different vendors, including the big box vendor in our favorite store from the northwest. The big box store with friendly employees attired in orange aprons. The big name solar company specializing in leasing installations, who is focused on cars and batteries, and three independent installers including PEP Solar.

The presentations were all good. However, the demonstrated knowledge of Sean, regarding concepts, equipment, system design and configuration was outstanding. A major part any major investment of this type is the establishment of trust. Trust that the person presenting the information to you is knowledgeable and that the equipment that they are going to install is the most appropriate and will perform as described. Note, I am not saying the cheapest, that’s for government bidding. I was focused on reliability and durability.

The second half of the process is of equal importance. That is the installation crew. Although I have only observed PEP Solar crew, I had spoken with my neighbors who had solar photovoltaic systems installed and read several other articles and was completely impressed by their competence and professionalism. From the Project Manager Sean Gaddis, to the Project Foreman, Michael Andrede, I felt that they had my best interests in mind. They responded to my many questions with patience and honesty and were able to provide operational insight as to what to expect from my new system.

Thank you again and kudos to the entire PEP Solar team

Ormond Ormsby
Surprise, AZ

Tom Buehler has been very helpful to my business. In addition to setting up the electrical systems for my shop, he has been instrumental in keeping it up and running.

Since my business is dependent on keeping printing machines running, he has been very responsive in getting onsite as quickly as possible to diagnose and resolve any issue with the least amount of down town.

I really appreciate the service Watt Masters has provided.

Arrived right on time (and on a weekend) and quickly replaced our GFCI! Very friendly and professional!

Rusty and team couldn't have been more friendly and were so quick!
My bills dropped from about $400 to $110. The system doesn't look bad at all due to being fairly low profile.

More than satisfied.