Real Goods Solar

28 Wolcott St
Providence, RI 02908
(877) 575-8844
www.realgoodssolar.com/angieslist
Contact: Oliva, Jim
Business Description: Real Goods Solar (formerly Alteris Renewables) offers expert solar panel system design, installation, and solar financing services throughout Rhode Island, including Woonsocket, Westerly, Newport, Warwick and Cranston. We bring over 34 years of experience to every job, and our solar energy systems provide renewable, reliable power that's cleaner and costs less than the electricity you get from the utility. Going solar is easy with us - we are a full-service solar provider that covers everything from free consultations to design, installation, and system monitoring. We'll identify and apply for all available Rhode Island solar incentives and tax credits to help make your solar installation as affordable as it is enjoyable. Reduce your electricity bills by switching to clean, renewable energy at home! Additional DBA - Earth Friendly Energy Group, Solar Works Inc, Solar Wrights, Renewable Power Systems, Alteris Renewables.
Services: Solar Panels
In Business Since: 1978
Service Area: All of Rhode Island, including Woonsocket, Warwick, Newport and Westerly.
On Angie's List Since: 1/18/2010
Warranties: YES
Free Estimates: Yes
Office Hours: Mon 09.00 AM - 11.00 PM, Tue 09.00 AM - 11.00 PM, Wed 09.00 AM - 11.00 PM, Thu 09.00 AM - 11.00 PM, Fri 09.00 AM - 11.00 PM, Sat 12.00 PM - 08.00 PM, Sun 02.00 PM - 10.00 PM, By Appointment
Excluded Services: Residential wind
Features: Emergency Service
Licensed: Yes, I am appropriately licensed for my trade
(All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves.)
Senior Discount: No
Cities Served: National
 
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