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AM Sun Solar reviews
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The Verdict
AM Sun Solar delivers solid work without the rigid cookie-cutter approach that defines bigger installers. We found 161 mentions praising their workmanship, with zero complaints about shoddy roof attachments or wiring shortcuts. One customer wanted a custom shade structure for his barn instead of a standard ground mount, and when competitors said they'd only install panels on a structure someone else built, AM Sun designed and built the entire thing so it qualified for the federal rebate. Another homeowner requested her ground-mount array moved five feet after the crew staked it out, and the team adjusted it without pushback. We also noticed 167 reviews highlighting project management, with customers citing clear timelines that actually held. One installation wrapped in exactly three months as promised, even during a year-end rush. The attentiveness extends past installation: when an inverter failed after a month, the team air-shipped a replacement and installed it the same day it arrived at their warehouse, leaving an apologetic note on the door. The dry humor writes itself when installers leave daily progress notes and pick up windblown trash that isn't even theirs.
If you want an installer who'll redesign your system mid-project without charging extra or hassling you, AM Sun Solar is worth the call. You won't get the cheapest quote in town, but you will get a team that answers questions patiently and builds systems that still run flawlessly five years later.
3 Stories That Stood Out
After talking with several installers while planning a ground-mounted system to keep panels out of sight of his house, Ryan P. discovered AM Sun Solar stood out for professionalism and clear communication. He pushed for a particular mounting style and placement; they drew the layout on a map, staked the location in the yard, and moved it five feet when he asked—with no pushback. Their crews knocked politely before starting, left a note describing each day’s work if nobody was home, and cleaned up thoroughly every evening. When a scheduling snag tied to getting crews to the site arose, the company stayed in close contact and resolved it; and when an inverter failed about a month after install, they air‑shipped a replacement and had it installed the same day, again leaving a note and an apology. The detail that lingered for him was their combination of flexibility and follow-through—especially how they simply shifted the array five feet to suit his view.
BigPapi shopped multiple solar firms for a system and a shade structure to shelter cars in front of his barn; several companies stopped responding, but Mike Shaheen from AM Sun kept checking back until a decision came together. They worked through a string of ground-mount proposals before he asked specifically for a shade structure; Mike answered "We can do that" and promised AM Sun would manage the whole project and make it rebate-eligible. When other contractors later said they'd only install panels after he built the structure himself, he chose AM Sun. The crew delivered a heavy-duty canopy he judged able to withstand hurricanes or tornadoes; Mike remained patient through many proposal revisions, demonstrated deep solar knowledge, and kept his focus on meeting his expectations. What stuck with him was the turnkey outcome: a hurricane-rated, rebate-eligible shade structure plus panels without having to coordinate separate trades.
Ken began a rooftop solar project in early October 2019 and ended up with a nearly invisible installation: panels on the roof, electrical run through the attic, and a slim, color‑matched conduit down to the PGE meter so the house’s exterior stays tidy. The job started in October and reached grid activation on January 9, 2020—almost exactly three months, which matched the original estimate; he felt a bit let down it didn’t finish before year‑end but understood the rush around expiring tax benefits and his own delay in getting started. He chose A.M. Sun Solar over a Sunrun bid mainly because the quoted panels were primarily American‑made and the sales team answered his many questions; pricing and warranties were essentially the same, and he appreciated that AM is local. Stephanie Babin handled the sale and stayed responsive and knowledgeable throughout, and the installation crew was professional—roof work took two days and they paid clear attention to hiding the wiring and minimizing external impact. He plans to update his review after a year to report on system performance but, despite January’s weak sun, he’s pleased so far. The one detail that stood out for him and that future-buy
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Garet P reached out to AM Sun because he wanted a locally owned, well-established company rather than another corporate subsidiary. From the very first contact Elizabeth drove out to his house the day he submitted a questionnaire and helped shape a truly custom system that balanced his power needs, financial targets and aesthetic preferences. The installation crew showed up on schedule, worked respectfully and efficiently, and left high-quality workmanship. When midday fuses began tripping—an awkward interaction between old house wiring and the remodel—AM Sun didn’t walk away. Keith, Brandon and Cory repeatedly returned over the course of more than a year, teamed up with the electrician who did the remodel, and methodically troubleshot every possibility until the problem was resolved. That persistent follow-through is the defining detail: he ended up with a functioning, tailored solar system and real confidence that the company stands behind its work.
Julie Thomas bought a rooftop solar energy system from A.M. Sun Solar four years ago. She walked through a smooth, professional process — thorough initial consultations with knowledgeable representatives, prompt installation of the panels and metering equipment, and helpful, timely answers whenever she followed up. The standout detail is that the system has run flawlessly over those four years. What stuck with her was the combination of trouble-free performance and continued responsiveness from the company long after installation.
Dennis turned to A.M. Sun Solar twice—first in September 2014 and again in September 2018 when his previous home and solar system had been destroyed by a fire—choosing them without hesitation for the new-build install. He ended up with systems carefully designed to handle both household loads and the irrigation needs of his vineyard, and both installs went up professionally: crews were friendly, answered many questions, and left clear documentation. Each project met the promised schedule and budget. The company set up remote monitoring and even called the next day when the array wasn’t producing—Dennis had simply forgotten to reenergize the main panel—and provided a phone app so he can watch performance in real time. Since those installations he hasn’t had to pay an electric bill, and the combination of tailored design, punctual installation, and proactive monitoring is the detail that stuck with him.
Bette discovered that four of her rooftop solar panels had stopped producing after five years and was relieved to learn they were still covered by warranty. A technician came out, repaired the initial fault and then tracked down a second looming problem, fixing that on the same visit so the whole system was back to normal. The detail that stuck with her: warranty protection after five years and a technician who caught and corrected an additional issue rather than leaving it for another day.
Robert LeFeuvre hired AM Solar to plan and install his home solar system, and it has performed without problems for five years. He enjoyed uninterrupted operation until a couple months ago when the system’s communication module needed an update; AM Solar returned, installed the upgrade, and absorbed the cost. The no-charge module upgrade after years of trouble-free service stands out as a clear example of the company’s follow-through on long-term support.
Nicole PeBenito had solar panels installed on her home in 2019, and the array has been running flawlessly ever since. She leaned on AM Sun's support while learning how the system worked, and even years later still calls with questions — every time she reaches someone who sounds upbeat and genuinely helpful. Because the equipment performs well and the company stayed accessible, she refers only AM Sun to friends and family. What stands out for her is the ongoing, human customer service: a quick phone call and a friendly voice whenever she needs help.
George went about three years with rooftop panels and remained pleased with every part of the purchase. Crews showed up on time, people across sales, office and installers stayed friendly, and they left the yard clean after each visit. The standout moment came when the company’s office monitoring flagged a fault on one of his inverters—he had no idea anything was wrong. The company ordered the parts, called to schedule a convenient appointment, and the field team installed a replacement inverter promptly. He appreciated the fully handled process: proactive detection, clear communication, and a neat, no-fuss repair. What stuck with him most was that their remote monitoring caught the issue and they took care of everything so his system stayed up and running.
Having used AM Sun Solar before, Bryce called them back to the compound after the original installation left the site with only a single rack. He pushed for an upgrade because of recurring outages and questionable PG&E bills, so the crew added a second rack and two Tesla Powerwalls. The installers stayed professional throughout, even doing trenching to route cables cleanly and integrate the batteries with the array. One year later the system is performing wonderfully; the extra capacity and battery backup clearly changed the setup’s reliability. What sticks most from his experience is the hands-on work—the trenching and the seamless addition of two Powerwalls—which left him with a durable, high-value system that’s still running smoothly a year on.
Rick Cordero was brand-new to solar when he had panels installed on his roof in February 2022, and two years later he has no regrets. He ended up with a system that reliably produces enough energy to run the air conditioning and even charge an electric car. The crew completed the installation professionally and got it right the first time, and although he waited to post this, he felt the praise was well-earned. He closed by thanking AM Sun Solar, with the lasting impression being the system’s steady performance under heavy loads like AC and EV charging.
Long-term Satisfaction
Long-term satisfaction for AM Sun Solar drops to 4.4 ★ compared to early reviews. This is better than 49% 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.