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wrote on November 15, 2024
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5:25 pm
I needed a solution to charging a 110v system in Europe. Jeffrey reached out for a phone call. He provided an elegant solution that will not break the bank. He also answered a few more questions. Thank you!
wrote on November 14, 2024
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8:12 am
Jeffrey really knows his stuff. I have a 38ft class A motorhome. I came to Jeffrey with a huge project involving full self sufficiency and using the rig as a power station for a construction site where we will build our off-grid homestead. Jeffrey delivered, I can still use 50A shorepower, nearly 16kWh of power storage, 10kW of inverter gear, and will even be able to supply 240v 50A to my future construction site. this completes my rig, and begins the next step in life for my wife and I. thanks Jeffrey... job well done... I highly recommend his services for any size job.
wrote on October 15, 2024
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6:49 pm
Jeffrey ordered and installed for us Victron Smartshunt for our lithium batteries in 2024 Unity FX Leasure Van.
He made it so simple and fully explained the functioning of the app on our phone. Wonderful service and thorough knowledge of Leasure Van electrical system. I absolutely recommend Jefferey to upgrade or fix electrical projects on Leasure Van’s. Thank you Jeffrey.
wrote on September 17, 2024
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9:47 pm
I feel confident about Jeffreys electrical work. That it is done carefully, thoroughly and correctly in my Sprinter Van. I am a return customer - he previously corrected work on my Ford Transit which was done by somebody else. Jeffrey made corrections to a previous, less qualified installers work who did everything wrong and my battery caught fire burning the surrounding wood with my dog alone in the van. I was extremely lucky that I returned to the van before there was visible smoke or some even greater catastrophic event that I do not even want to verbalize. Jeffrey dove in there, took things out, re-did a bunch of stuff and corrected everything the last builder did. Jeffrey explains thing clearly, concisely and patiently. Even though electrical work is expensive, knowing your (1) electrical is done correctly and (2) performs safely and reliably ... removes anxiety, making it absolutely worth it. You can literally sleep at night because it was done right. He is an excellent communicator throughout the entire process from estimates to post-build. He worked with me considering my needs, usage, and concerns. He also thinks ahead about how you might use your van. I came back to him with my 2nd build in a Sprinter and am very happy with his work and service. No anxiety. Worth every penny. Thank you Jeffrey.
wrote on July 18, 2024
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5:02 pm
I was working on a lithium battery conversion and had questions about one of my components. Jeffrey was listed as an installer/seller for the component in question. I called and Jeffrey answered, and was very helpful, courteous, and answered my questions while working through the steps to resolve my issues. He was very helpful, and willing to offer his expertise as a technician. I would recommend Jeffrey, and his service for any of your conversions or projects.
Thank you Jeffrey. Ted
wrote on April 8, 2024
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Jeffrey was such a help. I am a second owner of Solavan build that is 3.5 years old and still doing well. I am still learning the (new to me) system though and emailed for help. I received a call back and was helped right away. Great service- great product. Thanks again.
wrote on January 8, 2024
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11:39 pm
I purchased a DC solar trailer only to realize that I was not ok for lithium batteries.
Jeff took all the time necessary to redirect my efforts in the right direction.
By looking at Jeffs work and talking with him, he is the solar VanMan! Awesome work and thanks for taking the time to make sure I understood what I needed to do!
Dennis
wrote on November 18, 2023
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7:03 pm
My second review in my life.
I was introduced Jeffrey by a third party to complete Outback installation of my off grid property which was incompletely installed which makes it a challenge.
Jeffery completed in few days as promised which was harder than new install.
Everything works fine and clean job. Highly recommend him for his honest and accurate work delivery as promised.
wrote on November 5, 2023
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6:08 pm
It was a joy to watch Jeffery do a Lithium Battery upgrade on our 2022 LTV, excellent workmanship!! Vey knowledgeable and he explained everything in detail, very happy!!!
wrote on August 13, 2023
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5:12 pm
We own a 2015 Winnebago Journey motorhome and the original AGM batteries needed to be replaced. We decided to upgrade to lithium batteries. Battleborn recommended Jeffery as a trusted installer of Lithium systems. Jeffery did an outstanding job of integrating the new system into our RV which already had a solar array on the roof. The install was completed using top quality parts and his craftsmanship was top notch. The new system performs flawlessly. I highly recommend Jeffery if you are planning to upgrade to a lithium system in the future.
wrote on July 23, 2023
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10:57 pm
Jeffrey worked on our 1999 Lance Camper. We had previously had a lithium battery installed with an update to the charging system but there remained a number of issues to correct or update including replacement of an obsolete 50w solar panel with a 200w panel and appropriate for lithium electronics . Jeffrey completed the work in a couple of days and the rig now works/looks as if this was a factory install. He was the only tech I found willing to do the complete system update. Definitely someone I would recommend without hesitation.
wrote on July 14, 2023
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12:39 am
My system has been working great for 2 yrs now. Any time I have had questions, Jeffery has been supportive and helpful. He is really a great person and very knowledgeable. I would recommend Jeffery over pretty much anyone or any company, really.
wrote on June 24, 2023
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11:25 pm
What can I say! Jeffrey completed our Boondocking Extreme User Friendly Solar set up and what a magnificent job he did. What a perfectionist! All the little details that he undertook and completed was beyond what was expected. The walk thru he conducted when we picked up our trailer was done with so much patience and thoroughness. No question was left unanswered. Jeffrey also labeled everything describing function and can also used as a reference point if were were to make a trouble shooting call. We are so glad that the folks at Battle Born Batteries referred Jeffrey to us. Stay tuned!
wrote on February 7, 2023
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4:19 pm
Highly recommend. Great communication, expertise and professionalism. Excellent experience - I will be back for more work, and will not hesitate to refer folks to Jeff at every opportunity.
wrote on February 4, 2023
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4:09 am
Every thing written before me is true. Having said that, I spent 6 years as an electrician in the navy as a nuclear powered submariner. What I have not seen in discussion of the cost of the work Jeffery does. I got a quote from him and thought it was a bit higher than I wanted to pay. So I started studying what I needed to do this job. I wanted the best parts like Jeffery uses, the best wire, the best and safest job. Any nuc electrician would do the same. Tools, I have many tools. But I now do wood working for a hobby, so I would need to buy new tools (some very expensive for a one time use) cable ends, Heat shrink tubing, etc, etc, etc. Solar panels are new to me so I would have needed to study up on them, and inverters, auto switches, new lithium ion batteries. after 3 says of intense online research I decided I could not do the job he bid for the price he quoted. An definitely not in the same time frame he quoted. And when finished, if I had a problem, I had no one to show me my mistakes. So Jeffery got the job . So glad I did. What he did in 4 days would have taken me at least 4 weeks. And I do not think I could have made the finished product look any cleaner or neater. Thanks Jeff.
wrote on January 10, 2023
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8:26 pm
Jeffrey thank you so much for the incredible work you did on my off the grid system. It came out amazing . He is so professional and extremely intelligent. Knows what he is doing . So happy I was able to come across him . If have any questions can give me a call and will strongly recommend him !! Phone Number Available Upon Request
wrote on October 26, 2022
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6:13 am
Hi all..
Jason & Gina here from Hickman Ca.
Proud owner of a Grand Design Solitude fifth wheel.
My family has had houseboats for over 25 years so I was familiar with solar systems..
The great thing about Jeffery is he was easy to bounce ideas off of and very open minded about what I was trying to accomplish… First, his install was off the hook…And I’ve seen a lot of installs..
Second, once the system was up and running, Jeffery stuck with me for several weeks trouble shooting little issues that were simply settings that I wanted to tweak that were deep within the Victron programming..
Now I am glad too say I can run both AC units with my little 2500 watt generator as “Power Assist” ….. What an unbelievable feeling knowing I can boondocks and run my ACs with just a little quiet generator…
I am very proud of the system Jeffery provided me and extra happy how it runs…
So much so that if anyone is interested in seeing the system, don’t hesitate to call Jeffery and we can set up a time for me too show off this system…
Great job Jeffery!!
Keep it up!
Jason & Gina
wrote on October 9, 2022
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7:46 pm
We have hired Jeff for multiple van builds. Every time he shows up, he is professional, efficient and a pleasure to be around. Better book him asap because he is well known for offering the best service around. Highly recommend!
wrote on August 5, 2022
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3:01 am
4 years of wood shop in high school and I thought I can do this. I could, EXCEPT the electrical. DC/AC, inverters, solar, shore, loads, etc. I needed help. Craigslist was the avenue for success. Jeffrey called and immediately I knew he was the man for the job.
On time, efficient, knowledgeable and great work followed. 3 days later the job was done, but not the contact. After 8 months of life (COVID) I was back at finishing the van. Jeffrey was there to offer advice and clarification. Awesome customer service. Solavan gets my highest recommendation! Thanks again Jeffrey.
wrote on June 22, 2022
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7:45 pm
My name is Kevin and I live in Visalia California. I found Solavanbuild.com on craigslist and I could tell this was exactly the type of Professional Specialist I needed.
I had purchased a truck camper with one 12v lead acid battery and wanted to make it an off-grid capable camper.
Jeffrey did just that and I went with all Victron components. It’s expensive and there are cheaper ways to go but Jeffrey can explain all that to you better than I can.
Jeffrey does a very professional job, he is meticulous, it needs to be right and that was exactly the kind of professional I was looking for. These off-grid systems are very complex and it takes not only knowledge but experience to do this type of work, it’s very specialized and not easy to find.
Cost: Off-grid systems are expensive, mine ran around $6000 for parts that I purchased. I have 400 watts of Lifepoe4 batteries, 640 watts solar, 3kw Victron Mulitplus, MPPT, CerboGX, SmartShunt, the whole 9 yards. I could have gotten better batteries but I went with the cheaper option which required additional protection for low temp charging. (my batts don’t have that built in).
I could not be happier with the results, I can actually run the a/c off this, which blew my socks off. If you want the job done right, call Jeffrey, that’s the best way to go from my experience.