Safety Score System Explained
Our 100-point scoring system helps you find the most qualified, trustworthy solar installers in Texas
How It Works
We automatically evaluate every solar installer across 16 critical data points in 4 categories. The total score (0-100) determines their tier ranking.
Gold Tier
85-100 points
Silver Tier
70-84 points
Bronze Tier
60-69 points
Unranked
<60 points
1. Financial Stability (30 points)
- Insurance Coverage (10 pts): Active general liability insurance
- Bonding Status (10 pts): Bonded business license
- Bankruptcy History (10 pts): No bankruptcy records
2. Professional Credentials (25 points)
- NABCEP Certification (15 pts): North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners
- State License (5 pts): Valid solar/electrical license in Texas
- Master Electrician (5 pts): Additional master electrician qualification
3. Customer Protection (25 points)
- Warranty Details (10 pts): Equipment and workmanship warranties in place
- BBB Rating (10 pts): A+ (10 pts), A (8 pts), B (5 pts)
- Complaint History (5 pts): No unresolved complaints
4. Track Record (20 points)
- Years in Business (10 pts): 10+ years (10 pts), 5-10 years (5 pts)
- Installations Completed (5 pts): 1000+ installations
- Customer Ratings (5 pts): Average rating 4.5+ stars
Why This Matters
The Safety Score System protects Texas homeowners from:
- • Unqualified or unlicensed installers
- • Companies with bankruptcy or complaint history
- • Inadequate insurance or warranty coverage
- • New or inexperienced installation companies