Edge Energy6854 Distribution Dr, Beltsville, Maryland, United States

EDGE Energy is a highly-regarded Residential, Commercial, and Government renewable energy systems installer and “green” building contractor which is licensed, insured, and bonded in all counties of VA, DC, and MD.  EDGE Energy has a strong background in energy efficiency and has been performing energy audits and green construction services since 2006. The Company works with property owners designing and installing energy-efficiency solutions, testing to DOE-compliant Quality Control (QC) guidelines, and implementing renewable energy systems such as Solar, PV, Wind, Geothermal, and co-generation (combined heat and power) solutions.  All EDGE Energy project managers are accomplished building scientists and each generally carries multiple certifications from standards like ICC, ACCA, RESNET, BPI, NABCEP, NCI, LEED, and others. The Company is a BPI “Accredited” Contractor meaning every completed performance-based job is post-tested and results are reported to the owner, local utility company, and Dept of Energy (DOE) on a yearly basis.  The Company also employs a specially-trained work force of retrofit installers and works with federal and state governments on low-income weatherization projects receiving ARRA, TARP, and CBDG-R black grants. As such and for over 4-years, we have maintained Davis-Bacon compliant payroll reporting and our average construction worker is paid (on average) over 200% of MD Living Wage requirements.  In addition to our green-certified Energy Auditing, renewable energy Systems Designs, Project Management, and Construction services, we also provide industry leading best-practices on all of our solar installs. The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) is the leading certification agency for solar and small wind systems, and EDGE Energy provides Electrical Engineering services via our in-house electrical engineer Tim Rumford (EE) and we complete residential and commercial solar systems using NABCEP-Certified installers.  Over time, EDGE Energy has distinguished itself as a leader within the DC / VA / MD green building industry by providing affordable energy solutions, high performance work, great customer service, and a safe job site for crews and customers.

We Value People

Our representatives are available to take your call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. How many home performance contractors do you know that offer that kind of availability? We realize that our customers have jobs and families that can make scheduling difficult. Also, your EDGE Energy production manager or estimator carries a blackberry or smart phone with them at all times, so they always reachable through email too!

We Value Accuracy

An EDGE job-site supervisor is assigned to oversee your entire home performance project from start to finish. Any crew supervisor (in our employ) must possess not only 5+ years of field experience, but must also demonstrate superior customer service. Your job-site supervisor will keep you well-informed on the status of your project, answer your questions, and address any concerns.

Quality Personnel & Expert Training

EDGE employs a staff over 60 people across five states, and we have over ten years of energy consulting experience performing ASHRAE, RESNET, BPI (and other) certified energy audits and related diagnostic building tests like duct blaster, blower door, and combustion safety tests throughout the MD, DC, and VA.  We have won numerous training grants over the years through workforce development programs, DOE training grants, and through state contracts. Today, we have dozens of BPI and RESNET certified individuals.  We have pioneered new building science credentials as they came out. For example, we have five BPI Quality Control Inspectors (QCI) on staff in addition to two employees becoming BPI Healthy Home Evaluators (HHE) in the recent pilot phase.

 We Follow-Up

After the dust has settled… paint has dried… systems are on line… We’re still there. With our commitment to superior customer service, your feedback is desired and respected. We have on-going efforts in all of our departments to strive for higher levels of quality and craftsmanship.

Why Choose EDGE Energy?

• BPI Goldstar Contractor since 2009
• RESNET (HERS) Provider & Rater since 2012
• National Association of Home Builders Green Verifier
• North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners
• US Green Building Council Member
• BBB member since 2006
• NABCEP – Solar Installer since 2009
• And so much more!

Leaders in Energy Efficiency, Green Building & Renewable Energy Solution

Our founder’s experience in leading a successful handyman business in college afforded him the foresight to begin another forward-thinking venture. By being one of the first to combine energy consultations with construction in founding EDGE Energy, he became an innovator in the “home performance contracting” arena, which has since grown to incorporate renewable energy and green building solutions.

Working for Homeowners, Commercial Building Owners & Governments

With over 45 employees, EDGE designs and installs energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions for both homes and businesses. We also work with many neighborhoods, co-ops (like Lincoln Park) and state and municipal governments that have grants or contracts to improve the health and efficiency of several thousand homes per year. As of late 2016, we will have updated over 11,000 homes.

We Install Residential Renewable Energy Systems

Selecting the right commercial renewable energy system demands expertise in all options and a very careful site evaluation. EDGE Energy can assist you in selecting a renewable systems that will provide years of low maintenance, low cost energy.

Fuel Cells for Your Maryland, Virginia or DC Home

EDGE Energy can help you save money on energy bills, preserve the environment by reducing your carbon footprint, and provide you with a steady supply of heat and power with a professionally-installed microCHP fuel cell. We will work with you to find appropriate financing options to ensure your installation is affordable and will help you save over time. Save more by keeping your home and its water heated and powered with microCHP fuel cell solutions provided by EDGE Energy!

We Install Wind Power Systems

We Install Wind Power Systems featured image If you’ve got the geography, energy can be free. Residential wind energy, or small-scale windpower, can lower your electric bills by 50% – 100%. This is technology as old as civilization, reliable, clean, and beautiful.  A system generally costs $6,000 – $22,000 and typically pays for itself within six to 15 years. Because wind turbines are large structures — they can be 80-120 feet tall — residential wind energy systems are an optimal home renewable energy sytems for homeowners that own at least one acre of land in an area with reliable wind at that height. Local zoning codes and covenants must allow wind turbines.  The cost-effectiveness of small wind power systems depends on a properly designed and installed system and location, location, location. To find out if you can benefit from installing a windpower system on your property, Contact Us to schedule a visit to your home to determine whether residential wind energy is a viable home renewable energy system for you.