F.F. Hitchcock Co., Inc.

F.F. Hitchcock Co., Inc. traces its origins back to 1870, when it opened as a general store in Woodbury, Connecticut, serving the local farming community with everything from food and grain to building supplies. Over the past 154 years, this family-owned business has evolved into a comprehensive home services provider, and today stands as a trusted solar installer in Cheshire, CT. Currently run by George Bowman and his two sons Michael and John, the company has transformed from a basic plumbing and heating operation into a multi-division powerhouse offering solar panels, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, and energy efficiency services—all under one roof. F.F. Hitchcock entered the solar energy market through a partnership with CellSun LLC in 2022, bringing together more than a century of home service expertise with over 15 years of solar industry experience from the CellSun team. This collaboration has positioned the company as what they describe as the first all-energy company in Connecticut to offer comprehensive solar installation alongside full home energy services. For Connecticut homeowners, this means working with a local team that understands both solar energy systems and how they integrate with your home’s existing mechanical systems. The company’s solar division has earned recognition for its customer-focused approach. They’ve achieved Elite Installer status on EnergySage and maintain a 4.8 average rating across customer reviews. Unlike aggressive door-to-door solar sales tactics that plague the industry, F.F. Hitchcock offers what they call educational consultations—no-pressure conversations where their team will honestly tell you if solar doesn’t make sense for your property. The company also earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list in 2024, ranking #4115 among America’s fastest-growing private companies. As a Maxeon Preferred Partner, F.F. Hitchcock offers premium solar panels backed by industry-leading warranties. Their standout feature is a 25-year labor warranty on all components—a level of coverage they claim is unmatched in Connecticut outside of third-party warranty providers. Combined with Maxeon’s 40-year product warranty, this gives Cheshire homeowners and clients across Connecticut exceptional long-term protection. The company also provides battery storage solutions, allowing homeowners to maximize energy independence and maintain power during outages. What sets this solar installer apart is the backing of a 150-year-old local institution. While many solar companies are new startups that may not be around in 10 years, F.F. Hitchcock’s deep roots in Connecticut communities provide reassurance that they’ll be there for warranty service, maintenance, and support decades after your solar installation is complete. Their technicians are locally based, certified, and experienced in both solar energy and traditional home systems, giving them a comprehensive understanding of how solar panels integrate with your existing infrastructure. For homeowners in Cheshire and surrounding Connecticut communities considering the switch to home solar, F.F. Hitchcock represents a rare combination: cutting-edge solar technology delivered by a company with more than a century of service excellence.