HCI Solar reviews
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The Verdict
HCI Solar has a serious telemarketing problem. Two reviewers allege the company uses shell names like Solar America and ZeroDownSolar to repeatedly call people on the federal Do Not Call list, even after being asked to stop. One reviewer dug into the company's business filings and found inconsistencies and a contractor license that declares zero employees, raising red flags about how they structure work. Meanwhile, dozens of installation customers describe a very different experience. Anthony and Jose earned praise in 26 reviews for patient explanations and courteous on-site work, and installations routinely finished in one or two days. In one case, a homeowner who switched internet providers lost their monitoring connection and had it fixed with a single call. Three families report getting connected to the utility grid in under a month, far faster than the three-to-five-month estimates from competitors. The work quality scores hover near perfect, with only a handful of negative mentions across value, workmanship, and follow-up. But the telemarketing allegations are hard to ignore, especially when they come with specific business-entity numbers and claims of deceptive naming practices.
If you value transparency and hate high-pressure sales tactics, the telemarketing allegations should give you pause. Request that Anthony handle your contact directly, verify the company name on every document, and insist on clear answers about subcontracting before you sign.
Reviews That Shaped Our Verdict
After months of collecting bids for a family rooftop system, limyu519 chose HCI Solar because the company laid out costs and technical details with unusual clarity. Although smaller than other contractors, HCI delivered a proposal that matched or undercut competitors on price while offering solid panel and equipment choices. Even more important to the family: the install moved quickly — their system was tied into PG&E within a month, while other bids estimated 3–5 months — allowing them to start capturing stronger summer sun. Throughout the process they appreciated direct communication about expectations and next steps; the lasting detail was not just transparent pricing but that one-month hookup.
Shiny K. never saw the company’s installations or any follow-up work — instead she dug into their paperwork and uncovered what felt like a tangle of inconsistencies. She found a California Business Entity number (C3827210) and a contractor license (1024165), and the license entry on the CA site (cslb.ca.goc) flagged the account as exempt from workers’ compensation because they certified they have no employees. She also traced the lead generation: telemarketing firms that hire overseas callers, a shell company, and a separate one‑person outfit that contacted her directly. The arrangement came across as deliberately complex — a network that could dodge clear responsibility while still collecting payment if someone signs up. The detail that stood out most was the combination of a “no employees” license exemption and the layered telemarketing/shell structure — a concrete red flag for anyone expecting a local, accountable installation team.
This homeowner shopped multiple solar companies for a rooftop system and ended up choosing HCl Solar because Anthony took a hands-on, transparent approach. After an initial conversation, an installer inspected the roof and property, and Anthony delivered quotes exactly two days later as promised. He then came over in person, walked through the details, answered every question, and when something required checking he followed up with his team and came back with clear answers. They chose an Enphase Micro Inverter i7+ paired with LG350 panels. Anthony scheduled the work, and the installation crew arrived on time and completed the job in two days—day one for wiring and the inverter, day two for the panels—while remaining professional and approachable throughout. Anthony returned to set up eGauge monitoring and got the system live on March 7, 2020; when a later ISP change knocked the monitor offline, a single call to Anthony had it reconnected quickly. The detail that stands out is Anthony’s ongoing, personal follow-through—from timely quotes and in-person explanations to installing and reestablishing monitoring—so the homeowner always knew what to expect and who to call.
Platforms Monitored
Performance by Work Type
How We Got To Trust Score 78
Clean Record
Unauthorized Activities
Passed screening
Misleading Claims
Passed screening
Background Check
Serving customers for 11 years
Operating longer than most installers in the market.
BBB Rating: A+
Excellent BBB standing. Strong complaint resolution.
Unnatural Review Patterns
Some periods had unusually high review activity.
Licensed Contractor
A valid contractor license is on record.
What You Can Expect
This homeowner shopped multiple solar companies for a rooftop system and ended up choosing HCl Solar because Anthony took a hands-on, transparent approach. After an initial conversation, an installer inspected the roof and property, and Anthony delivered quotes exactly two days later as promised. He then came over in person, walked through the details, answered every question, and when something required checking he followed up with his team and came back with clear answers. They chose an Enphase Micro Inverter i7+ paired with LG350 panels. Anthony scheduled the work, and the installation crew arrived on time and completed the job in two days—day one for wiring and the inverter, day two for the panels—while remaining professional and approachable throughout. Anthony returned to set up eGauge monitoring and got the system live on March 7, 2020; when a later ISP change knocked the monitor offline, a single call to Anthony had it reconnected quickly. The detail that stands out is Anthony’s ongoing, personal follow-through—from timely quotes and in-person explanations to installing and reestablishing monitoring—so the homeowner always knew what to expect and who to call.
This homeowner chose a 12-panel system about a year ago and discovered the whole process felt surprisingly effortless. The installation team stayed professional, left the property tidy, and took care of all the paperwork, so the switch to solar required almost no extra work on their part. They experienced steady, attentive customer service throughout the project. A year on, the panels have trimmed their electric bills and given them satisfaction in reducing their environmental impact. The detail that stuck with them most was how the company managed the administrative and cleanup tasks, letting the practical benefits come without hassle.
Corn arranged a home solar installation with HCI Solar and found the whole job moved faster than expected: permits arrived within weeks and the crew completed the system in a single day. Anthony managed communication, answered questions quickly, and kept them informed at every stage. The workmanship looked excellent, and since the install their energy bills have dropped significantly. What stood out most was the pace and responsiveness — fast permitting, a one-day installation, and consistent follow-up — with the tangible result of noticeably lower monthly bills.