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The Verdict
Albion Power earned our unreserved recommendation. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company that treats rooftop solar like the engineering project it is, not a commodity sale. One homeowner watched six other installers hand over quotes based on outdated satellite photos; Albion's estimator climbed the roof with a tape measure, then brought in an architect to certify the structure could handle 24 panels. Another signed in August 2024 for a combined roof-and-solar job and watched Albion navigate a year of permit delays without a single change order or price hike. The pattern held across 56 comments about project management: they say a date, they hit it, and if your city's inspector is difficult, you never hear about it. We found 53 mentions of workmanship quality and only one complaint. The most telling detail: after a full year, one system produced 106% of its rated capacity and the owner received a check from the utility for surplus power. If you want the cheapest quote, keep shopping. But if you want an installer who'll send their owner to supervise your install and an in-house electrician who can upgrade your panel to 200 amps mid-project, Albion's precision is worth the premium.
If you're comparing purely on price, you may find a lower bid elsewhere. But if you want a local installer who'll inspect your attic before quoting, coordinate roofing and electrical under one contract, and answer your calls two years later, Albion Power is the safest choice we found.
Reviews That Shaped Our Verdict
Erin W. shopped three bids for a solar-plus-battery system for her house and ended up choosing Albion Solar even though their proposal carried the highest upfront price. She discovered that Albion’s recommendation used higher-quality panels and a larger array, and the firm projected roughly $150,000 in PGE bill savings over 28 years — a long-term payoff the cheaper bids didn’t match. What truly set the job apart was how Albion handled an old-growth oak: while the other companies wanted the tree removed, Albion worked out a trimming-and-layout plan so the system could fit without felling it. From the start, the team made the process feel deliberate and hands-on. Miles climbed onto the roof to assess conditions in person rather than relying on dated satellite images, and he took time to explain the technology and answer questions. Erin found him responsive and informed, which set a different tone from the other proposals. They were told to expect about a nine-month wait because quality systems were in high demand, but once crews arrived the work moved quickly. Stephen led the installation team, Saul and Jaime handled the electrical work, and Juan ran the roofing. The crew wrapped
David C. chose Albion last year for a 3.5 kW rooftop system after chasing seven other bids for his ranch-style home with an electric car on PG&E’s time-of-use plan. He found every other vendor had wildly miscalculated ROI and glossed over roofing concerns, but Thomas from Albion produced a precise, itemized proposal that compared several system options, spelled out costs and performance, and included photos and a clear walkthrough of the roof-penetration process. He signed on, and Albion surprised him twice: first by offering an earlier installation slot than planned, and then by arriving on time with Albion’s crew and WestCo the roofers. Thomas stayed on site to supervise the entire install, everything stayed on schedule, and the work matched the quote exactly. Albion’s third strong move came after activation — they handled the paperwork for the GoSolarSF rebate and pushed to get the check issued quickly. Nine months in, the system has delivered solid production that lines up with Thomas’ estimates, produced immediate drops in electric bills, and handled heavy December rains without issue. He also paid for a monitoring module that gives a simple web view of system output, but he
Jen R. admits she put off writing this review, but that delay had nothing to do with the work Albion Power Company did on her Daly City ranch-style home. About a year ago she decided to move to solar while also remodeling the exterior, and after meeting six installers she realized the moment Charles Adams walked in that this team was different. Charles took time to explain the real benefits and options for their house, answered a flood of emails and calls with patience, and helped them choose the right path. The project proved complicated — a full re-stucco, a new roof, and coordinating multiple contractors — yet Albion stepped in to manage all of it so the schedule kept moving. Albion delivered an 8.5 kW solar array, a modified bitumen roof, and a 200 amp electrical service upgrade; the single project manager kept communication simple, Thomas patiently fielded their questions, Brian from WestCo Roofing handled the roof work, Andrew took care of the electrical, and the installation crew finished the system. A striking example of their follow-through: Mary from Albion literally sat at City Hall until the permit was approved. The panels are now producing well beyond expectations, and
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Kat P. chose Albion Solar when her roof needed replacing and she wanted a full solar setup for her ranch-style home. She signed the contract in August 2024 for a package that included panels, a battery, new electric service and the roof replacement — all at the price Albion quoted. What stood out was how Albion absorbed the permitting headaches: the city department delays stretched the timeline, but Albion handled every interaction so she didn’t have to get pulled into the bureaucratic drama. The crew also worked around her schedule — the install kicked off mid‑June to accommodate a planned vacation and wrapped up in July 2025. Charles’s original proposal stayed intact despite the delays; Steven ran the job on site and made the process pleasant, while Mary kept an eye on the whole project from start to finish. The only small disappointment was that garage doors weren’t part of the scope — otherwise she walked away impressed and wishing she could give more than five stars.
Maria M. began a multi-year remodel of her two-unit Sunset condo and brought Albion Power in to handle the solar portion. Riley, the project manager, came out and thoroughly inspected the building’s electrical setup so Albion could design the right system. What stood out was how Albion navigated the job as a small piece of a much bigger renovation: Charles and his team worked patiently with Maria, her general contractor, and Westco (the roofing partner) to synchronize a tight timeline while the roof and ceilings were stripped and rebuilt over several months. Over the three-year process she asked a steady stream of questions; Albion stayed responsive, walked her through options, and kept educating her so she could make informed choices. The array has been producing since June, and Albion hasn’t closed the loop — they continue to monitor the system and follow up to ensure it’s performing as expected. Maria ended up with a completed installation plus ongoing support that kept the long, complicated remodel from derailing the solar work.
Jen R. admits she put off writing this review, but that delay had nothing to do with the work Albion Power Company did on her Daly City ranch-style home. About a year ago she decided to move to solar while also remodeling the exterior, and after meeting six installers she realized the moment Charles Adams walked in that this team was different. Charles took time to explain the real benefits and options for their house, answered a flood of emails and calls with patience, and helped them choose the right path. The project proved complicated — a full re-stucco, a new roof, and coordinating multiple contractors — yet Albion stepped in to manage all of it so the schedule kept moving. Albion delivered an 8.5 kW solar array, a modified bitumen roof, and a 200 amp electrical service upgrade; the single project manager kept communication simple, Thomas patiently fielded their questions, Brian from WestCo Roofing handled the roof work, Andrew took care of the electrical, and the installation crew finished the system. A striking example of their follow-through: Mary from Albion literally sat at City Hall until the permit was approved. The panels are now producing well beyond expectations, and