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Advanced Solar Technologies reviews

CALIFORNIA / SAN DIEGO
Advanced Solar Technologies
127 Reviews • 1 Location 16,891 Data Points Processed

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The Verdict

Advanced Solar Technologies does one thing and does it consistently well. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about the actual tinting work. Bryan, the installer, showed up on time in 22 separate reviews, explained film options in detail, and left behind installations that customers were still praising years later. One homeowner noted that tint installed in 2008 remained intact a decade on. The heat reduction is real. We found 25 reviews describing dramatic drops in cooling costs, with several customers calling Bryan back for second and third properties after feeling the difference. He's not pushy. In one case, he removed a large window's film entirely and ate the cost of materials and labor because a seam didn't meet his standards, even though the customer had initially accepted it. The pricing sits in the reasonable range, not rock-bottom, not premium. If you want an installer who won't upsell you on windows you don't need tinted and who'll still be answering your texts two years later, this is a safe pick.

If you're looking for someone who specializes in residential window tinting rather than a shop that does cars and houses, Advanced Solar Technologies is worth the call. You won't find the absolute lowest quote, but you will get an installer who shows up exactly on time and stands behind the work long after the check clears.

3 Stories That Stood Out

1. Josie M.
Yelp | Oct 21, 2018 |

Facing a window that looked straight into her neighbor’s room, Josie M. began shopping for privacy film for several windows at her house and quickly noticed most installers did both car and home tinting. She preferred a specialist, so she chose Advanced Solar Technologies because Bryan didn’t push extra work — he accepted her request to tint only the windows she wanted and left a couple of samples so she could decide. He gave a reasonable estimate, and when she had questions before the job he answered texts promptly and never gave the impression of being bothered. On installation day she hung around and watched as Bryan worked: methodical, thorough, not rushed, and easy to talk with. He even reminded her that he’d done one of her windows back in 2008, and the film from that job was still intact — the detail that convinced her this was workmanship meant to last. She ended up with the selected privacy film in place and the lasting 2008 installation as a concrete sign the job wasn’t just pleasant service but durable work.

2. GREG R.
Yelp | Nov 23, 2018 |

Greg hired Bryan to install solar tint on five windows of his Coronado home, including a large stairwell pane about 80" x 105". He discovered Bryan projected professionalism from the very first contact: at the initial appointment Bryan provided a clear quote and booked the job for two weeks later. On the scheduled day Bryan arrived exactly on time, started right away, and wrapped up the work in roughly two hours. During the final inspection, Bryan pointed out a visible seam on the big stairwell window; after discussing options, he chose not to keep the film because the seam was noticeable. Bryan willingly removed the film, discarded the expensive material, spent nearly an hour on that installation, and charged nothing for that portion of the job. He normally doesn’t write reviews and was a first-time Yelper, but felt Bryan’s decision to absorb the cost rather than leave a flawed finish deserved an honest write-up — the detail that stuck with him was that level of integrity.

3. Lisa W.
Yelp | Jun 11, 2017 |

Lisa W. first met Bryan about 13 years ago when Advanced Solar Technologies put solar tint on the windows of her then-home. She discovered the house stayed noticeably cooler after the tint went up, and when she sold that property in December 2016 the window treatment turned out to be a big selling point alongside other improvements. After moving into a new house with mostly south-facing windows and feeling summer approaching, she reached back out to Bryan to have tint applied again. He came over today to do the job, and she found the difference immediate and dramatic — cooler rooms and reduced sun glare — and appreciated Bryan’s friendly, personal touch. The detail that stands out most: the same investment improved comfort in one house and helped sell the last one, so she didn’t hesitate to bring Bryan back for the new place.

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Performance by Work Type

ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL
Panel upgrades and wiring for system readiness.
5.0/5
SERVICE
SERVICE
Repairs, maintenance, and ongoing system support.
5.0/5
SOLAR
SOLAR
Installation, permitting, and grid connection.
5.0/5
BATTERY
BATTERY
Energy storage for backup savings and independence.
N/A
ROOFING
ROOFING
Repair or replacement, before or after solar installation.
N/A
COMPLEX PROJECTS
COMPLEX PROJECTS
Multi-trade installations requiring co-ordination.
N/A

How We Got To Trust Score 89

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Background Check

Serving customers for 11 years

Operating longer than most installers in the market.

BBB Rating: A+

Excellent BBB standing. Strong complaint resolution.

Natural Review Patterns

Reviews were posted naturally over time.

What You Can Expect

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1. Josie M.
Yelp | Oct 21, 2018 |

Facing a window that looked straight into her neighbor’s room, Josie M. began shopping for privacy film for several windows at her house and quickly noticed most installers did both car and home tinting. She preferred a specialist, so she chose Advanced Solar Technologies because Bryan didn’t push extra work — he accepted her request to tint only the windows she wanted and left a couple of samples so she could decide. He gave a reasonable estimate, and when she had questions before the job he answered texts promptly and never gave the impression of being bothered. On installation day she hung around and watched as Bryan worked: methodical, thorough, not rushed, and easy to talk with. He even reminded her that he’d done one of her windows back in 2008, and the film from that job was still intact — the detail that convinced her this was workmanship meant to last. She ended up with the selected privacy film in place and the lasting 2008 installation as a concrete sign the job wasn’t just pleasant service but durable work.

2. Kathy D.
Yelp | Jun 26, 2016 |

Kathy D. met Bryan at a local fair and ended up having the front windows of her house tinted. She found him friendly and informative; he provided a prompt estimate and the installation happened on schedule, and they walked away with a great price after that conversation. The tinting made a noticeable difference in keeping the house cooler, especially during the harsh afternoon sun. A year later the film is still holding up and the cooling benefits remain — the detail that sticks is the immediate, lasting reduction in afternoon heat combined with a quick, well-priced installation.

3. Gary W.
Yelp | Nov 3, 2025 |

Gary watched his new solar system produce electricity the same day it was completed — a moment that genuinely surprised him. Bryan guided him through the process with clear, practical explanations, kept the price fair, and was pleasant company during the install. The equipment and installation appeared well done, and seeing immediate generation made the whole project feel real. What stuck with him most was the combination of an insightful installer and the tangible, same-day payoff.

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1. kenneth b.
Yelp | Jul 11, 2022 |

Kenneth hired Brian to tint the windows of his home more than five years ago, and the original job lasted so well that he called Brian back to add a privacy tint to a very long window. Brian returned, handled the oversized pane cleanly, and charged a reasonable price while remaining friendly and professional. The durability of the first installation and the tidy result on the long window made him glad he chose the same installer again.

2. Drew H.
Yelp | Apr 21, 2019 |

Drew H. hired Bryan to tint the big windows on his San Diego house and ended up with work that felt above and beyond. Early in the job Bryan discovered an almost imperceptible manufacturer defect in several large panes and re-did them himself—despite the issue not being his fault—rather than shrug it off. He worked promptly and with meticulous attention to detail, checking every installation until it met his high standard. The practical payoff showed up immediately: the house runs much cooler, glare is gone, and Drew can finally leave the blinds open without the rooms heating up. What stood out most was Bryan’s integrity and workmanship—catching and correcting a subtle problem that most contractors would have missed—and that’s the reason Drew wishes he’d done the job two years earlier.

3. Stephanie K.
Yelp | Feb 10, 2019 |

Stephanie K. bought her home a year ago and quickly found a go-to contractor in Bryan of Advanced Solar Technologies. She called him back four times to tint windows and a glass shower door, and each visit reinforced her trust: he arrived professionally and produced work she found exceptional. She ended up with consistently high-quality tinting across every job and made a point of thanking him for the results. The detail that stuck with her was the reliability — one dependable pro who delivered the same excellent finish on four separate projects.

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1. Donna P.
Yelp | Aug 22, 2017 |

Donna selected Advanced Solar after checking other reviews and discovered a smooth, reliable experience. She hired Bryan to tint 42 windows on a ranch-style home she has been remodeling for two years; he arrived on time, kept the work area clean, brought a professional but fun attitude, and completed the job within the quoted budget and timeframe. Jamie assisted and also impressed. After dealing with numerous contractors during the long remodel, she found Bryan’s workmanship and approach far surpassed the others. The detail that sticks: one installer handled all 42 windows efficiently, turning a stressful stretch of renovations into a noticeably easier phase.

2. Lisa W.
Yelp | Jun 11, 2017 |

Lisa W. first met Bryan about 13 years ago when Advanced Solar Technologies put solar tint on the windows of her then-home. She discovered the house stayed noticeably cooler after the tint went up, and when she sold that property in December 2016 the window treatment turned out to be a big selling point alongside other improvements. After moving into a new house with mostly south-facing windows and feeling summer approaching, she reached back out to Bryan to have tint applied again. He came over today to do the job, and she found the difference immediate and dramatic — cooler rooms and reduced sun glare — and appreciated Bryan’s friendly, personal touch. The detail that stands out most: the same investment improved comfort in one house and helped sell the last one, so she didn’t hesitate to bring Bryan back for the new place.

3. Dick R.
Yelp | Jun 14, 2016 |

Dick hired Bryan to install UV film on a large picture window about two years ago to protect new carpeting and furniture from sun exposure. After two years he found no fading and no problems with the installation. He praised Bryan’s workmanship and the quality of the materials used. Bryan also passed along a homemade window-cleaning recipe — inexpensive to make, easy to use, and genuinely effective. The concrete takeaway for anyone getting film: the protection held up over time, and asking for that cleaning formula keeps the windows looking great without expensive cleaners.

Long-term Satisfaction

Long-term satisfaction for Advanced Solar Technologies holds steady at 5.0 ★. This is better than 76% of installers we looked at.

Long-term reviews carry the most weight in our methodology because they are most representative of what you should be paying for: a system that will perform for years.

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