Applied Solar Energy reviews

Edgar D. has owned Applied Solar Energy panels for two years and discovered the system delivered a clear financial result: he hasn’t had to make any additional payments to Edison and has built up a healthy credit toward future usage. He credits the salesperson with accurately averaging his annual electricity needs, which kept the system sized right from the start. The install moved quickly and transitioned smoothly, and he was particularly impressed by the workmanship when the crew integrated the solar hardware with his electrical panel. Overall he walked away feeling the project was rewarding—what sticks is that two years in, the system is covering his bills and even producing a credit on his account.

Pg hired ASE to install solar on their home and found the whole process easy to follow — clear advice up front, a tidy installation, and responsive service afterward. They experienced solid hand-holding through the setup and reliable follow-up once the array was live. Over the first 12 months the panels produced slightly more energy than ASE had estimated, turning the projected savings into real, measurable results. The detail that stuck with them was that the system outperformed the estimate in year one, making the purchase feel worthwhile.

On the Monterey Peninsula, S C. turned to ASE/Solex after an unsatisfying experience with a San Francisco installer and discovered a much better fit. They started small — seven panels dedicated to covering the hot tub’s annual energy use — and liked the results enough to scale up. Over time they swapped the whole house to a 30–50 kilowatt production system with battery backup, a move driven by a crushing PG&E true-up bill that was eroding their savings. What stands out in their experience is the local, straightforward approach: instead of dealing with a distant company, they worked with a nearby team that handled both the initial mini-array and the larger, battery-backed system. The concrete takeaway: ASE/Solex delivered a clear upgrade path from a small, purpose-built array to a full home system that tamed their utility bills.

David M. had a residential solar system installed on his home in the fall of 2010 and came away very impressed. He found the crew professional and courteous, with clear communication and a timely installation that stayed on schedule. A friend who works for a major solar installation company gave the finished project a close inspection and praised the fine craftsmanship and attention to detail — noting there were no corners cut. He appreciated that Applied Solar felt like a local, hands-on team and walked away convinced they were “true solar pros.” The detail that stuck with him most was the outside endorsement from a fellow industry pro confirming the workmanship required no follow-up fixes.

As an architect, Sally Anne S. approached her home’s solar install with a designer’s eye and high standards for how the array would look and perform on a sensitive roofline. She had known Tony for years—even back when he was tinkering with a homemade electric car topped with panels—so she relied on his long experience and clear commitment to fossil-fuel–free solutions. Tony dug in with her, searching for high-efficiency, frameless modules that would read as low-profile on the roof; they settled on Supreme GxB300 frameless panels mounted on low-profile roof mounts. His crew handled the install with professionalism and flexibility throughout the process. She ended up with a discreet, performance-oriented system that complements the roof rather than shouting about it — the detail that mattered most to her.

Wyatt, a homeowner in Pacific Grove, chose ASE over national firms because the local team took the time to walk him through multiple financing scenarios and showed a clear understanding of local inspectors and code. He felt rushed by SolarCity and Sunrun, and nearly went with Sunpower until the rep moved on; ASE, by contrast, sat down and laid out several precise quotes for different array sizes rather than a single vague price. The pricing turned out to be concrete and transparent—no hidden costs—and ASE’s bid came in well below the primary Sunpower quote for a comparable system. Installation began on a Friday and the system was switched on around noon the following Tuesday—under three days—and the whole process felt straightforward. The system eliminated Wyatt’s electricity bill; even while charging an electric vehicle the array is overproducing, and he expects a PG&E credit at year’s end. He now tells friends and coworkers about the experience, and still remembers the moment the system was flipped on at midday and already outproducing his needs.

Jmfz already lived with a mid-90s solar array that kept the annual electric bill for a 3,400 sq ft house — including a pool and hot tub — under $500, so they chose to upgrade to a newer system. They visited one of the company’s offices with a stack of electric bills, and together they worked out an estimate for the right system size. The new setup used larger, more efficient panels and fewer of them; with the tax rebate the price felt reasonable. Because it was a ground installation, a three-person crew trenched and erected the array, finishing on schedule and with care. The crew leader was pleasant and communication stayed clear throughout. Within days the system went live: the county inspection passed without a hitch and PGE energized the array. They ended up pleased with the whole process and now expect to see the meter run backward on sunny days and have enough capacity to plug in their next electric or hybrid car.

Sunny in Monterey discovered after only three months that the rooftop system was already driving their PG&E bills down toward almost nothing when they think about the one-year accounting. ASE handled the job on schedule, and the crew stayed professional and friendly throughout the process. Staff took plenty of time to explain the equipment and the timelines, answered follow-up questions, and remained easy to reach afterward. The most striking detail was the early performance — a clear trend in reduced grid charges within a quarter — which made the installation feel like it was already paying off rather than being a distant promise.

Donno interviewed several solar installers before picking Applied Solar Energy for their product knowledge, competitive pricing and straightforward installation recommendations. He found the staff professional and the crew completed the work on schedule. After the panels were in place, the company kept advising him on how to get the most from the system, offering tips and guidance as needed. What stood out most was that the relationship didn’t end at handoff—ongoing, practical support became the memorable part of the experience.