Oliver Hoad
Wayne is top notch. Knowledgeable, trustworthy, and friendly! The process from start to finish was smooth and communicative. If you’re looking into solar or batteries I highly recommend using Solar Brokers USA.
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The Solar Brokers of Maryland
The Solar Brokers of Maryland
The Solar Brokers of Maryland is a Bowie solar business founded by Wayne Brechtel. It guides homeowners, businesses and nonprofits through system planning and coordinates projects with installation partners. Its work includes comparing panels, batteries and other equipment to suit each property.
Service Area
Maryland, Delaware, Washington, DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania and parts of West Virginia.
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The Solar Brokers of Maryland is one of 6 solar companies ProsGrade lists in Bowie, Maryland.
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6 services listed, including Residential solar project coordination, Commercial solar and Ground-mounted solar. Open Monday to Saturday. Rated 5.0 from 58 reviews.
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How This Business Compares
How The Solar Brokers of Maryland compares with the other 5 solar companies on ProsGrade in Bowie, using public Google ratings and review counts.
- Ranks in the top quarter of the 6 Bowie solar companies on ProsGrade by Google rating and review volume.
- Rated 5.0 on Google, at or above the 4.8 average of other Bowie solar companies on ProsGrade.
- Has more Google reviews (58) than 3 of the 5 other Bowie solar companies on ProsGrade.
- One of 3 Bowie solar companies on ProsGrade rated 4.7 or higher from at least 10 reviews.
Services Covered
6 services- Residential solar project coordinationProperty assessment, equipment selection and guidance from consultation through installation.
- Commercial solarSystem planning for small and mid-sized businesses, commercial properties and nonprofits.
- Ground-mounted solarCustom-designed arrays, with comparisons between rooftop and ground-mounted options.
- Solar pergolas and canopiesOptions for suitable existing structures or custom-built pergolas.
- Solar ownership and PPA guidanceHelp comparing system purchases with power purchase agreements.
- Incentive and net metering guidanceHelp understanding applicable programs and completing SREC registration paperwork.
Reviews
What customers say
Customers appreciate Wayne’s explanations of solar options and his follow-up throughout the process. One homeowner credits him with explaining why a particular microinverter suited the design and keeping communications moving while county permits took longer than expected.
Customer Reviews
Greg Lotze
Our experience was outstanding from first contact all the way through installation and beyond. Not only did Wayne advise us on how to best design the solar panel system we wanted for our home, but he spent extra time explaining why certain microinvertor was better fit for our design compared to what a competitor was offering. Wayne also made sure communications were followed up, especially when county permits were taking longer than expected and the installation window before federal tax subsides was quickly approaching. I highly recommend Solar Brokers to anyone who wants the best customer interaction and follow up support.
James Millford
I had been thinking about getting solar panels for years. In 2025 I learned that the federal tax credit for solar panels was ending, so I decided to attend a Solar Brokers dinner presentation and ended up working with Wayne Brechtel of Solar Brokers to finally get the panels. Wayne made the process of working with Lumina Solar to get panels, and to handle, together with Lumina, all of the administrative details (permission, filing for tax breaks and other incentives to go solar). Lumina Solar was also great to work with. Federal tax breaks are ending as of 2026, but if you're still interested in getting solar panels, Solar Brokers of Maryland and Lumina Solar are a great starting point.
Josh Chapman
Wayne was an absolutely awesome expert on everything solar! We were really inexperienced and had a million questions and he took the time to help us understand our options, was quick in his follow up, and came up with a great plan. We would highly recommend him to anyone considering a move to solar.
zlatka popova
Last May we worked with Nick Briggs to get the best option for adding solar panels to our house. This was the second time we have worked with him and just like the first he was with us every step of the way. He even got the solar company we ended up using to give us a discount on removing 7 panels after they were installed for a contractor to fix a leek in the chimney. The whole process was very smooth with all work complete with little to no disruption to us. Even now months later we still keep in touch and reach out with any questions or concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can the initial consultation be virtual?
Yes. In-home and virtual consultations are available.
What happens if my roof needs replacement first?
An inspector checks the roof before installation. If replacement is needed and the homeowner proceeds with it, the team coordinates solar installation after the roof is replaced.
Will I see the final design before work proceeds?
The final design is sent before submission, showing panel locations, panel count, total cost and expected annual production. Any change order needs the customer's approval before proceeding.
Who coordinates permits and utility approvals?
The team coordinates permitting, inspections and utility approvals as part of the project.
Is financing available for a solar purchase?
Several solar loan options are available, with terms ranging from five to 25 years.