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Three Solar Companies On Our Radar By David Lion Rattiner Every homeowner and building owner now understands that solar is a smart way to save money on the cost of electricity. There is a reason major corporations are taking advantage of using solar by installing it in their office buildings and why homeowners are using it as well. It’s not for the looks, it’s for the fact that when you get your electric bill, it’s a lot less money, and when you pay off the cost of installing the system, you still end up saving thousands in the long run. On top of this are tax credits that lighten the burden on the costs, and with solar, unlike windmills, you don’t have to fly through loopholes with local municipalities to get it on your roof and start saving you money. Everybody seems to be getting it now when it comes to solar, and that is why businesses are popping up out of
the ground like carrots. If you are considering solar for your home or building, there are three companies out here on the East End who are getting it right and have earned a reputation in this relatively new business. SUNation Solar Systems is Long Island’s leading installer of solar electric and solar hot water systems and has opened its second location at 2 Montauk Highway in Southampton. This is the first and only Eco-friendly Showroom in the Long Island area. They had their Grand Opening on July 17 that featured a ribbon cutting ceremony and a solar hot water car wash to benefit the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation. They provide an array of technologies such as solar powered thermal systems, roofing services, solar pool heating, energy management and control systems, solar thermal radiant floors and more. The
President of the company, Scott Maskin, said in a press release, “Our Eco-Friendly Showroom is another way to expose people to viable alternative energy solutions that are available to them today. Many homeowners are unaware of the many ways to reduce costs with sustainable product solutions. Our goal is to spread our expertise and knowledge of sustainable products and alternative energy solutions to Long Island homeowners and help them reduce energy costs now and into the future.” For more information, visit sunationsolarsystems.com or call 631-750-9454. SunStream USA, LLC is a full service renewable energy product and service provider, founded by John Tortorella, founder and CEO of J. Tortorella Swimming Pools Inc which is one of the 50 largest swimming pool construction companies in the United States. Few people in the Hamptons have not heard of J. Tortorella Swimming Pools and they have earned an impeccable reputation with some of the most affluent customers in the Hamptons. Tortorella saw solar as a natural synergy with his business when he noticed that many of his pool customers wanted solar-powered heating systems. Thus SunStream was born in Southampton. Catering to the residential and commercial renewable energy markets, SunStream designs and installs state-of-the-art solar electric, solar hot water, wind-powered and geothermal systems. The company serves Long Island and the New York tri-state area, and is already planning on expanding. Alternative Energy Solutions, although smaller than the two listed above, has earned a reputation. The owner David Grinere, is also the guy who answers the phone when you call, so you are always able to talk to the person who is a true expert in the field. David explains, “You can always get in contact with us. We deliver superior systems for thousands less because we are a small company and we’re not trying to be the biggest, we like our little niche.” David and his crew claim to be the most affordable and highest quality from start to finish full service installers of solar electric systems. You can give them a call at 631-903-1106 or get more information by visiting altesystems.com.
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in this room with a Vodka Gimlet! To serve those cocktails, the designers found a vintage console table bar from Triangle Studio, Water Mill. The house has four covered porches, each with its own unique style. These comfortable outdoor rooms allow for refreshing poolside views and extend the seasonal use of the space. Traditional Home magazine will be the presenting sponsor of the showhouse and all proceeds will benefit Southhampton Hospital. The hospital was established in 1909, and is the only major medical facility on eastern Long Island’s South Fork. According to Bodenchak, the proceeds from the showhouse “give us all the opportunity to give back to the community that so thoroughly enrich our lives.” The 2010 Shouthampton Designer Showhouse will take place at 129 Stony Hill Road in Sag Harbor. The gala preview party will be held on Saturday, July 24th. The show will run for six weeks until Sunday, September 5th, 2010.
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