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Elios Solar fumbles the moment the install is finished. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a stark pattern: customers gush about the sales process, then the company vanishes when problems arise. One homeowner waited four months for answers to post-install questions and now won't use Elios again despite the system working fine. Another family went without power for seven days in freezing weather with no response from support. The sales team earns consistent praise (48 reviewers highlighted their professionalism), but 8 customers reported frustration with post-sale support, citing unanswered calls, unfinished repairs, and multi-day blackouts. We found stories of reps staying in touch before the contract, then ghosting afterward. One customer mentioned getting better help from Enphase customer service than from the installer who put the equipment on their roof. (It's grim when the manufacturer has to clean up after your contractor.)
If you need a solar company that'll answer the phone after cashing your check, keep looking. Elios may deliver a smooth sales experience and competent installation, but when something breaks or you have a question, you're on your own.
Sean Billingy chose Elios after collecting three quotes for a solar-plus-battery system, primarily because they offered the best price. Up to the day the crew finished the install, everything felt professional: Michael answered questions quickly and walked him through the installation timeline so Sean knew what to expect. After the installers left, the experience shifted. Over the next four months he encountered intermittent errors and had follow-up questions that went unanswered despite reminders. He managed to get some issues fixed by calling Enphase directly, and the system now functions as it should, but there was no clear communication from Elios about whether they made any remote fixes. This was Sean’s third solar installation; his first two providers had both handled post-install issues promptly and left him with error-free systems. The standout here was the smooth, communicative pre-install process — and the disappointing silence afterward. Prospective buyers should be prepared to lean on the equipment manufacturer’s support or to persistently chase Elios for post-install help if problems arise.
Luis Ramirez has spent the last seven days without electricity in his house, waiting for the installer to come fix the system. He has been left without a repair visit while temperatures have fallen, making the situation increasingly urgent; what remains most striking is that after a full week there was still no response from the company.
YAPHA moved into a brand-new home less than two months before starting a solar installation and quickly ran into a string of failures. She hired the company for panels but watched scheduling collapse: CenterPoint Energy showed up to disconnect power without prior notice, she had to turn them away twice, and the company’s electrician rescheduled more than four times and missed appointments that forced her to rearrange work. The electrician eventually arrived from Dallas, behaved rudely — even yelling inside her house — and left a neighbor’s fence damaged; the company denied responsibility even after Yapha emailed about the damage and the neighbor filed a complaint with the HOA. The louder blow came when the installer told her the HOA had approved the panels; the very next day the HOA mailed a letter threatening fines and legal action because no approval had been sought. She asked to cancel after the string of unprofessional conduct but says the company reversed course and refused the cancellation, despite earlier assurances she could cancel at any time. Now she faces ongoing stress, potential HOA fines, an unrepaired fence, and a stalled dispute over who will pay for repairs; she’s追
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Newer than most installers in the market.
Mixed BBB standing. Some unresolved complaints.
Some periods had unusually high review activity.
Sean Billingy chose Elios after collecting three quotes for a solar-plus-battery system, primarily because they offered the best price. Up to the day the crew finished the install, everything felt professional: Michael answered questions quickly and walked him through the installation timeline so Sean knew what to expect. After the installers left, the experience shifted. Over the next four months he encountered intermittent errors and had follow-up questions that went unanswered despite reminders. He managed to get some issues fixed by calling Enphase directly, and the system now functions as it should, but there was no clear communication from Elios about whether they made any remote fixes. This was Sean’s third solar installation; his first two providers had both handled post-install issues promptly and left him with error-free systems. The standout here was the smooth, communicative pre-install process — and the disappointing silence afterward. Prospective buyers should be prepared to lean on the equipment manufacturer’s support or to persistently chase Elios for post-install help if problems arise.
Cooper George had already met with several solar companies while shopping for a system, but he discovered Elios offered something noticeably different. He found Matthew and Michael extremely helpful from the first conversation through every step that followed — not just during the sale, but throughout the entire process. They were blunt and honest, cut through the jargon, and laid out costs and timelines with no hidden details. He appreciated that level of transparency and the reps’ continued involvement; what began as comparison shopping turned into a straightforward decision. The detail he remembers most is their plainspoken trustworthiness and steady support from start to finish — the thing he brings up first when telling others about going solar.
Danielle Mercado and her fiancé hired Michael as their sales rep when they had solar panels installed on their home. She found him extremely knowledgeable, patient with every question, and clear in explaining the process. What stood out most was his follow-up: Michael kept in steady contact after the installation, a level of post-sale communication that she and her fiancé—both coming from sales careers—particularly appreciated. They walked away impressed that he didn’t disappear once the panels were up; his ongoing check-ins were the memorable detail that made the whole experience feel reliable.
Marta Jorgensen moved into a new home at Oakwood Estates in Waller late in May with her 88-year-old mother, and Elios reached out about installing a solar battery and panels as they settled in. Five days after the move their car was stolen, and the situation could have turned overwhelming — instead Michael and his crew jumped in. They helped finish a few household projects, assisted with the move, and kept checking in afterward; Michael still calls and drops by occasionally, which Marta says has meant a great deal during a difficult time. The solar installation is scheduled for next week, and she expects the new system to lower their energy bills. Because Elios already showed skilled, professional work and genuine care for customers and the environment, she trusts the installation will proceed smoothly — but what stands out most is the team’s personal help and ongoing check-ins during a time when they needed it most.
Alexis Harrison hired Michael to install solar panels on her home and discovered from day one that he prioritized her understanding and confidence over making a quick sale. She watched him stay calm and courteous when a rep from another solar company showed up and behaved disrespectfully — that steadiness quickly earned her trust. When a few hiccups came up during the installation, he took responsibility, followed up until issues were resolved, and stayed reachable for questions. She appreciated his consistent professionalism and availability; what stuck with her most was his calm under pressure and his willingness to see problems through to the end.
Vanessa Lorenzo started her rooftop-solar project hoping for a straightforward, low-hassle switch, and found the sales team handled the legwork with real respect for her schedule. Michael and Dozie walked her through options, answered every question, and zeroed in on the setup that fit her needs. Hunter and the installation crew arrived friendly and efficient, completed the work promptly, and left the property clean once the panels were in place. What stuck with her was how their time-conscious approach and thorough cleanup removed the usual headaches—she ended up with a tailored system and a tidy job site.
Corbin welcomed Michael and Adrian when they came to his family home to walk through solar panel and battery options. They spent time with him and his family, patiently explaining how the panels and batteries work and answering questions until everyone felt comfortable. He appreciated their hands-on, educational approach — they made sure the whole household understood the system rather than rushing through details. Grateful for their help, he left satisfied and gave five stars, even saying he'd award "10 stars" if he could.
Nicole recently added five panels and a Franklin battery to a home that already had some solar equipment. She found the sales rep friendly, informative and unusually available — anytime a problem popped up he answered and tried to fix it without getting frustrated. The actual installation, however, turned into a headache: poor coordination between the utility and contractors left the house without power for a day, and the crew accidentally struck a gas line while digging to the backyard meter, which created confusion and stretched the timeline. Organization felt lacking, but the company ultimately cleaned up the mess and got everything working. The on-site contractor stood out as very knowledgeable and helpful, explaining how the system behaves and what to expect. The Enphase monitoring app is basic but useful — she appreciated seeing each panel’s output — and all five panels have been performing as expected. The Franklin battery impressed visually and with its app, which shows real-time household usage, panel production, and export to the grid, but its backup runtime was oversold: instead of the promised 10–12 hours they actually drew about five hours after sunset before reverting
YAPHA moved into a brand-new home less than two months before starting a solar installation and quickly ran into a string of failures. She hired the company for panels but watched scheduling collapse: CenterPoint Energy showed up to disconnect power without prior notice, she had to turn them away twice, and the company’s electrician rescheduled more than four times and missed appointments that forced her to rearrange work. The electrician eventually arrived from Dallas, behaved rudely — even yelling inside her house — and left a neighbor’s fence damaged; the company denied responsibility even after Yapha emailed about the damage and the neighbor filed a complaint with the HOA. The louder blow came when the installer told her the HOA had approved the panels; the very next day the HOA mailed a letter threatening fines and legal action because no approval had been sought. She asked to cancel after the string of unprofessional conduct but says the company reversed course and refused the cancellation, despite earlier assurances she could cancel at any time. Now she faces ongoing stress, potential HOA fines, an unrepaired fence, and a stalled dispute over who will pay for repairs; she’s追
Recent customers rate Elios Solar 4.5 ★
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.