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Long Island Power Solutions earned one of the highest workmanship ratings we've tracked. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found a company that treats solar installs like cabinet-making: meticulous, fast, and backed by follow-through years later. One homeowner called eight years post-install with a router question and reached a service tech who'd been with the company for 17 years. That tech walked him through three solutions on the spot. We found 594 mentions of install quality, with customers specifically noting conduit runs hidden per request and cleanup so thorough you couldn't tell work had happened. The sales process stands out for honesty over pressure. Reps like David Kowalsky and Joe Strzelecki deliver energy forecasts that remain accurate years out, and 744 reviews mention sales conduct with almost no complaints about pushy tactics or bait-and-switch pricing. One reviewer met five installers and ranked Joe's presentation "a 10, everyone else a 6" because he walked through costs and savings step-by-step without trashing competitors. If you want an installer who'll check in five years later to warn you about utility policy changes that could hurt your savings, the premium over fly-by-night competitors is minor.
If you're comparing purely on salesperson charisma, you might find someone smoother. But if you want forecasts that hold up years later and a service department that answers the phone in 2033, Long Island Power Solutions is the safer bet.
Five years ago Vic Bena wandered several home shows and stopped to talk with Joe Strzelecki of Long Island Power Solutions. He then set up estimates with five different solar companies, and Joe’s presentation stood out: instead of criticizing competitors, Joe walked them through a detailed, step-by-step plan of what LIPS would do for their home, including an energy analysis and a clear cost-and-savings breakdown that proved dead-on accurate over the next five years. He chose LIPS because the estimate matched the presentation exactly at signing, and the installation lived up to the promise. Specialized crews handled permitting, installation, cleanup and the tech setup, all overseen by Joe, and the job was so tidy the cleanup left no visible sign of work. Joe also took time to teach them the app and the panel functions, and he answered questions before, during and after the project. Five years later the system has had no issues, and Joe has kept in touch — most recently calling two days ago to warn that PSEG was planning changes that could hurt how the panels benefit his home. That proactive follow-up separates this experience from the friends he knows who dealt with poor work, d
Kathy had a residential solar system installed in 2017. On June 25 she called with a question and was promptly and courteously transferred to the service department, where a helpful representative—who mentioned he’d been with Power Solutions for 17 years—took the call. He answered her questions knowledgeably, walked her through several options to resolve the issue, and left her with clear next steps. Eight years after the installation, she still reached a quick, competent response; the standout detail was that a long‑tenured employee handled the call, which she took as a strong signal of the company’s reliability.
Pat Spiers chose Long Island Power Solutions for a residential solar installation after researching several companies, and a month after the panels went up she feels it was the right call. From the start David Kowalsky guided them through options with steady knowledge and patience, answering a stream of questions until the system made sense. The crew that mounted the panels—Team SIX led by Adam—moved like a well‑oiled machine and left the roof and yard neatly cleaned. The electricians followed with tidy, professional wiring work. Communication continued through the process: David checked in after the job, Joe G, Cindy, and Karina kept lines open during and after installation, and Brian Rodetis in Service spent time on the phone troubleshooting the Enphase app so the system could be monitored. What stood out was not just the flawless physical install but the hands‑on, ongoing support from named staff; combined with Long Island Power Solutions’ local track record, that follow‑through is the practical reason they picked the company and what convinced them their project succeeded.
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Among the longest-standing installers in the market.
Excellent BBB standing. Strong complaint resolution.
Reviews were posted naturally over time.
Gais met Matt a little over a year ago while weighing a conversion from oil heating to an electric solar system for their home. They appreciated that Matt never pushed a decision — he stayed patient, respected the timeline they set, and only reached out when asked. When they finally met to move forward, Matt walked them through the different options and pointed them to the solution that best fit the house. The installation team from Long Island Power Solutions — Joe, Cyndi, Vinny, and the crew who put the panels up — handled the work professionally and with clear customer care. What lingered most for them was Matt’s no-pressure approach: that patience made the year-long switch from oil to electric feel manageable and well-supported.
Bobby Parilla installed solar on his home just over a year ago and has seen substantial reductions in his energy costs. He relied on David Kowalsky throughout the process; David took extra time to walk him through the system, explained many technical details, and answered every random question. The installation crew finished the job cleanly and accommodated a specific request to route the wiring so it stayed hidden outside the house. He ended up with a tidy installation and more than a year of real savings — the hidden wiring is the detail that stayed with him.
Luis DeJesus put solar panels on his home a little over a year ago and calls it one of the best decisions he's made. He credits Power Solutions with making the entire process effortless and singles out Joe Strzelecki for delivering solid workmanship and consistently clear communication. After a year of ownership, he still points to the smooth installation and ongoing communication as the parts of the experience that stood out.
Kathy had a residential solar system installed in 2017. On June 25 she called with a question and was promptly and courteously transferred to the service department, where a helpful representative—who mentioned he’d been with Power Solutions for 17 years—took the call. He answered her questions knowledgeably, walked her through several options to resolve the issue, and left her with clear next steps. Eight years after the installation, she still reached a quick, competent response; the standout detail was that a long‑tenured employee handled the call, which she took as a strong signal of the company’s reliability.
Five years ago Vic Bena wandered several home shows and stopped to talk with Joe Strzelecki of Long Island Power Solutions. He then set up estimates with five different solar companies, and Joe’s presentation stood out: instead of criticizing competitors, Joe walked them through a detailed, step-by-step plan of what LIPS would do for their home, including an energy analysis and a clear cost-and-savings breakdown that proved dead-on accurate over the next five years. He chose LIPS because the estimate matched the presentation exactly at signing, and the installation lived up to the promise. Specialized crews handled permitting, installation, cleanup and the tech setup, all overseen by Joe, and the job was so tidy the cleanup left no visible sign of work. Joe also took time to teach them the app and the panel functions, and he answered questions before, during and after the project. Five years later the system has had no issues, and Joe has kept in touch — most recently calling two days ago to warn that PSEG was planning changes that could hurt how the panels benefit his home. That proactive follow-up separates this experience from the friends he knows who dealt with poor work, d
Dan picked New York Power Solutions for a home solar project, and Joe Strzelecki became his guide from planning through service. Joe walked him through the different system options, showed how the panels would interface with the house and the existing generator, and helped design a setup that fit their needs. When Dan bought his first electric vehicle, Joe helped set up the car charger and even mapped out financing for related work—like replacing a leaking roof—so the project could move forward without surprise costs. The installation completed smoothly, and more than a year later Joe answered on the first ring and helped troubleshoot a Gateway controller issue. What stood out most was that same hands-on, ongoing support: the installer didn’t disappear after the job was done.
Jeremy reached the one-year mark with solar panels on his home and found their performance has exceeded expectations. He discovered the array consistently produces more energy than projected, which turned the investment into a clear win. During the selection process, David Kowalsky stepped in to compare competing proposals and delivered straightforward, honest guidance — laying out pros and cons in a way that removed uncertainty. What stuck with him most was that candid help; combined with the system’s stronger-than-expected output, it made the decision feel undeniably right.
About a year ago Ashish shopped for a residential solar system, gathering four or five quotes and being turned off by several big-name firms that were expensive and even suggested placing panels where shade would cripple production. He ended up connecting with David Kowalsky, who came across as straightforward and professional—walking him through the proposal, answering every question, and explaining the technical and paperwork details clearly. During the process he ran into some hiccups with office paperwork, but the moment he raised the issue David personally stepped in and straightened everything out. The detail that stands out from his experience is David’s hands-on follow-through: clear explanations up front plus direct involvement to resolve problems made the difference in the final outcome.
John Braswell shopped around through many estimates and ultimately chose LI Power Solutions for a residential solar installation. He worked directly with David Kowalsky, who walked him through options patiently while John got up to speed on how solar works. The crew completed a fast, tidy install and took care of every administrative detail — permits, paperwork, rebates and even the financing — so he didn’t have to do a thing. A year after activation the system has eliminated his electric bill and is producing more energy than the company projected. The striking takeaway: a low-hassle project that paid for itself in day-to-day savings and outperformed initial expectations.
Long-term satisfaction for Long Island Power Solutions drops to 4.3 ★ compared to early reviews. This decline is worse than 61% of installers we looked at.
Long-term reviews carry the most weight in our methodology because they are most representative of what you should be paying for: a system that will perform for years.