Learn how to stop the rising costs and get the facts about buying solar panels vs. leasing solar panels. If you want to make the most money on your decision to go solar, buying your solar energy system outright is always better than leasing. Adding to your home's value - When the time comes to sell your home, it can be worth more to the new homeowner and can command a higher selling price.
Federal, State and Local Tax Breaks - The federal government offers a 26% investment tax credit; the State of Maryland will pay up to $1,000 of your cost of going solar; and Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Harford and Prince George's Counties all offer local tax incentives for installing solar panels. San Antonio offers up to $2500 in rebates with a bonus of an additional $500 available.
In addition to these incentives, you can also earn annual Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs). Peace of Mind | We provide a warranty of 25 years on our solar panels so you can rest easy with your decision to own and save the absolute most on your utility bill.
Federal, State and Local Tax Breaks - The federal government offers a 26% investment tax credit; the State of Maryland will pay up to $1,000 of your cost of going solar; and Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Harford and Prince George's Counties all offer local tax incentives for installing solar panels. San Antonio offers up to $2500 in rebates with a bonus of an additional $500 available.
In addition to these incentives, you can also earn annual Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs). Peace of Mind | We provide a warranty of 25 years on our solar panels so you can rest easy with your decision to own and save the absolute most on your utility bill.
Services
American Sentry Solar was launched as a division of American Design & Build in September of 2009, and has since installed solar energy panels on thousands of homes in Maryland, Delaware and Texas. American Design and Build has over 20 years of experience, and specializes in all aspects of exterior remodeling, including roofing, siding, windows and doors.
Joe began his in-home sales career selling residential solar systems in the greater Los Angeles area of California. In 1986, he transitioned to the in-home selling of home improvement products; windows, doors, siding, and roofing. In 1993, he opened his own company - American Design and Build, Ltd. that has been ranked as one of the Top 500 remodeling companies in the country.
Over the past 27 years, we've been providing the best in energy efficient products for your home as well as the service you can count on. Our customers and employees are family. When you join the American Sentry Team, you'll be joining years of experience and dedication. At American Sentry Solar we offer a broad range of career opportunities for talented, service-focused people seeking a career with a growing company.
American Sentry Solar recognizes the sacrifices and difficult decisions our hometown heroes make everyday. Much of the freedoms we enjoy today are thanks to their perseverance, dedication, and commitment to our community. To honor this dedication we will be donating $500 of each solar sale to one of the six charities below.
As an essential business in Harford County Maryland, we felt that we could not just sit back while our local small business community suffered. That is why we created the Small Business Recognition Program, an initiative where our solar clients could nominate a small business of their choice to receive a $1,000 donation from American Sentry Solar.
Reviews (10)
Felicia Jones
Jan 05, 2022
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It was quite a pleasure working with American Sentry for the installment of my solar project. Jerry Hopp was well informed when describing the benefits of going solar. It was great to learn the company was proactive at completing paperwork to assist buyers in obtaining all possible incentives. The team as a whole was always pleasant during all interactions. The installment process went quite quickly as soon as all necessary paperwork was filed through BGE, taking less time than initially proposed. I believe I receive quite a competitive price after comparing several companies. I am still adjusting
Michael Knarr
Jan 03, 2022
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I am extremely pleased with American Sentry Solar. So far, the whole process of going solar has been great. I did shop around to check prices and reviews and found American Sentry Solar to be the one for us. They are local, do their own work and use top quality panels. Those qualities were all high on my list. Brad was great. He has been with us every step of the way. He has made the process straight forward and manageable. He answered all my questions and if he did not know the answer, he would find it and get back to me in a timely manner. He has made it a stress-free process and I hope he can
Nicholas Dipasquale
Dec 27, 2021
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Jeff Proctor
Dec 24, 2021
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I have a GREAT experience with American Sentry Solar! Brad was very detailed and went over a few options with us. The install was painless and quick, and they covered all of the permits, scheduling, etc. I opted to get most of the panels on my shed and they worked with my ideas. I had 3 quotes and went with American Sentry Solar based on a friends recommendation and the meeting with Brad. Thanks!
C. S.
Dec 07, 2021
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We have looked around for years for "the" solar company to use once we purchased a home and we found it. American Sentry Solar was far and beyond the best service, price and quality work we were looking for. We dealt with many others before and nothing came close.
The moment we met spoke with Kelly on the phone we new this was looking good. Then we met Brad at our home appointment and he showed us everything with an outstanding presentation. Brad's customer service and approach was warm and inviting. Made it feel like we were just friends or family.
My family and I recommend American Sentry Solar
The moment we met spoke with Kelly on the phone we new this was looking good. Then we met Brad at our home appointment and he showed us everything with an outstanding presentation. Brad's customer service and approach was warm and inviting. Made it feel like we were just friends or family.
My family and I recommend American Sentry Solar
Brody Nesemann
Dec 06, 2021
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Make sure to get several quotes. They seem to cost a lot more than others in my experience (making it for me ~20 Years financed/~12 years cash to break even after incentives using the assumption the panels will produce on the high end), although it is a good product they use. It is also difficult to get a quote and they make you sit through a presentation over an hour long wanting you to make a decision same day.
Good company's will provide all information needed on a quote and allow you to do your own research to make a decision.
Good luck and proceed with caution ⚠️
Good company's will provide all information needed on a quote and allow you to do your own research to make a decision.
Good luck and proceed with caution ⚠️
Kristina Goedeke
Nov 26, 2021
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We just had our 30 panel ground mount solar system installed.
Brad, Gallon, Phil, Larry, Todd, Jake, and everyone else who helped get this installed was amazing. Everyone was professional, friendly, and respectful. As with any job there were hiccups along the way and this team of guys handled it swiftly! Thanks for putting up with all my calls and last minute changes! I look forward to using them again in the future!
Brad, Gallon, Phil, Larry, Todd, Jake, and everyone else who helped get this installed was amazing. Everyone was professional, friendly, and respectful. As with any job there were hiccups along the way and this team of guys handled it swiftly! Thanks for putting up with all my calls and last minute changes! I look forward to using them again in the future!
Debra Laubach
Nov 24, 2021
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I was very happy with the crew the company sent out to install my solar. The roofers, Bryan and David, and the electricians, Ade and Zack all arrived on time and quickly and efficiently completed the job. We had just installed a new roof, siding and gutters and I was concerned about possible damage during the install. All of the men were extremely careful in their placement of ladders, etc. and the solar panels and conduits were arranged as discretely as possible. All of the men were super polite and made sure I was informed of what they were doing and what the next steps would be in the finalization
Adventures With Sydney
Nov 20, 2021
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Jackie Fardoulis
Aug 06, 2021
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From Jackie Fardoulis, Smyrna Delaware
My husband and I have been looking into solar panels for about a year. We were interested in owning our panels. Other than the competitive price offered by American Sentry Solar, we were very pleased with their guarantee, warranty and monitoring plan which is included in the system. Each phase of the process from sales to construction was professional and timely. They answered our questions and gave us step by step information on what to expect for the whole process. Our panels are neatly arranged and look great on our roof. I love to think of all the money
My husband and I have been looking into solar panels for about a year. We were interested in owning our panels. Other than the competitive price offered by American Sentry Solar, we were very pleased with their guarantee, warranty and monitoring plan which is included in the system. Each phase of the process from sales to construction was professional and timely. They answered our questions and gave us step by step information on what to expect for the whole process. Our panels are neatly arranged and look great on our roof. I love to think of all the money
