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Imperial Electric Service reviews

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Imperial Electric Service
28 Reviews • 2 Locations 3,724 Data Points Processed

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The Verdict

Imperial Electric handles basic solar installations without drama. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found consistent praise for clean work and reasonable pricing, though three reviewers complained about unhelpful phone interactions when requesting quotes. The company installed one homeowner's full solar system in under three weeks, then monitored production closely for months afterward to catch any drop-offs. Another customer mentioned saving $180 on a Tesla Wall Connector compared to other quotes. Fourteen reviewers specifically called out the quality of the physical installation work, with zero complaints about faulty wiring or roof damage. Seven reviewers praised response times, noting electricians showed up early and completed jobs faster than estimated. The weak spot is pre-sale communication. One reviewer described the owner as "evasive" when asked for a quote over the phone, and another simply called the phone experience "horrible." (One review in our dataset turned out to be binary-options spam, which we ignored.)

If you've already gotten a quote in writing and liked the price, Imperial Electric will likely deliver solid work on schedule. But if you're still in the research phase and need patient guidance over the phone, expect frustration.

3 Stories That Stood Out

1. paulranu
EnergySage | Aug 25, 2018 |

Paul chose Imperial Electric to install a residential solar system and came away very pleased. He worked with Windell and his crew, who moved through the job with clear efficiency and skill, finishing the full install in under three weeks. After the panels were up, the team continued to monitor the system closely to keep production at peak levels. Imperial also put in an electric car charging station for him that has run without problems for two years. The detail that stands out is the combination of rapid turnaround and ongoing hands-on monitoring — plus a trouble-free EV charger after two years.

2. Paul R.
Yelp | Sep 21, 2018 |

Paul had Imperial Electric install an EV charging station nearly two years ago, and satisfied with that work he turned to the same team when he decided to add solar to his home. He gathered competing bids but Imperial beat every offer by a clear margin and completed the entire solar installation in under three weeks. The array has been performing well since, and he appreciated both the low price and the speedy turnaround. The detail that stuck with him: they undercut the competition and finished the job in less than three weeks.

3. William D.
Yelp | Oct 13, 2017 |

William D. called for a quote on solar work for his home and ran into evasive answers from Wendell. He had been researching options with licensed professionals for quite some time and considered himself well informed. He even offered to move forward with the job but was turned down. Other contractors he contacted were happy and helpful to take the work, so the combination of unclear communication and a refusal pushed him to hire someone else — a contrast he found hard to overlook.

Platforms Monitored

Yelp
14 Reviews · 1 Location
4.5/5
Google
11 Reviews · 1 Location
3.5/5
EnergySage
3 Reviews · 2 Locations
4.3/5
SolarReviews
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BBB
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Performance by Work Type

ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL
Panel upgrades and wiring for system readiness.
4.8/5
SERVICE
SERVICE
Repairs, maintenance, and ongoing system support.
4.9/5
SOLAR
SOLAR
Installation, permitting, and grid connection.
5.0/5
BATTERY
BATTERY
Energy storage for backup savings and independence.
N/A
ROOFING
ROOFING
Repair or replacement, before or after solar installation.
N/A
COMPLEX PROJECTS
COMPLEX PROJECTS
Multi-trade installations requiring co-ordination.
N/A

How We Got To Trust Score 81

Clean Record

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Background Check

Serving customers for 9 years

BBB Rating: A+

Excellent BBB standing. Strong complaint resolution.

Natural Review Patterns

Reviews were posted naturally over time.

What You Can Expect

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1. Paul R.
Yelp | Sep 21, 2018 |

Paul had Imperial Electric install an EV charging station nearly two years ago, and satisfied with that work he turned to the same team when he decided to add solar to his home. He gathered competing bids but Imperial beat every offer by a clear margin and completed the entire solar installation in under three weeks. The array has been performing well since, and he appreciated both the low price and the speedy turnaround. The detail that stuck with him: they undercut the competition and finished the job in less than three weeks.

2. wcaliwag
EnergySage | Aug 27, 2018 |

After a rough experience with a previous solar installer, wcaliwag sought out Windell and Imperial Electric Service as a local alternative. They ended up with a system that performs well and has driven their annual true-up way down. What really set the job apart was Windell’s follow-up: he checks in occasionally and answers emails and phone calls, so the post-install period felt supported instead of ignored. They also walked away with quality equipment, straightforward service, an honest local owner, and fair pricing — but the ongoing responsiveness is the detail that stuck with them.

3. Ed Hughes
Google | Jun 8, 2020 |

Ed Hughes left a one-star review after his experience with the company’s phone line. He never met anyone in person, so could not judge on-site service, but walked away from the call describing the telephone interaction as horrible. The clear takeaway for shoppers: if your first contact or ongoing support will be handled by phone, this review flags a problem with their phone-based customer experience.

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1. paulranu
EnergySage | Aug 25, 2018 |

Paul chose Imperial Electric to install a residential solar system and came away very pleased. He worked with Windell and his crew, who moved through the job with clear efficiency and skill, finishing the full install in under three weeks. After the panels were up, the team continued to monitor the system closely to keep production at peak levels. Imperial also put in an electric car charging station for him that has run without problems for two years. The detail that stands out is the combination of rapid turnaround and ongoing hands-on monitoring — plus a trouble-free EV charger after two years.

2. J. M.
Yelp | Jun 28, 2024 |

This homeowner hired the company to install a Tesla Wall Connector and handle other electrical work, and they discovered the crew was punctual and delivered impeccable workmanship. The job stayed on schedule, and on top of the quality installation they ended up saving $180 on the Tesla Wall Connector. They plan to call the company for all future electrical needs — the $180 saving on the charger is the detail they remember most.

3. Terri M.
Yelp | Jul 22, 2020 |

Terri M. relied on Mark and Imperial for several electrical projects over a seven-month stretch, and they proved to be a genuine life-saver. She watched Mark tackle everything with solid technical know-how and a professional approach, from troubleshooting to installations. Appointments arrived on time, work moved efficiently, and the bills stayed reasonable. After multiple jobs, the thing that stuck with her was the blend of expertise, promptness and fair pricing.

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1. Wil Caliwag
Google | Nov 19, 2017 |

Wil Caliwag hired Imperial Electric — Windell and his crew — to upgrade the solar setup on his home and to add a variable-speed switch for the whole-house fan. He found Windell walked him through the work, was upfront about the price, and kept him updated as the project moved along. The crew handed over every permit and warranty in a single binder for his records, which made post-install follow-up straightforward. The team finished professionally and also completed the fan control neatly, leaving him with both the upgraded solar system and the new switch in place. The binder of documents and the clear communication were the details that stood out most from the job.

2. Landen Garcia
Google | Oct 24, 2017 |

Landen hired Imperial Electric and Windell to handle an electrical and solar upgrade on his home and walked away impressed by how smoothly it went. He had shopped quotes from two larger electrical companies first, and Windell beat both prices while using equipment of comparable quality. Windell’s crew moved quickly, finished the installation neatly, and left the site clean — a professional, no-fuss job that made the lower price feel like a real win.

3. Nina H.
Yelp | May 1, 2019 |

Facing a tight deadline to have power in place for Thanksgiving, Nina turned to Wendell and his crew. They worked hard to meet that holiday goal, and she trusted them through the process — finding their pricing very fair. Even though she posted the review late, she wanted to thank the team and says she’ll send others their way and hire them again if needed. What lingers most from her experience is simple and specific: Wendell’s team delivered power by Thanksgiving.

Long-term Satisfaction

Recent customers rate Imperial Electric Service 4.9 ★

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.

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