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Keegan Electric Solar delivers what bigger installers often promise but rarely execute: the owner answers the phone, shows up on time, and installs your system himself. We analyzed feedback from homeowners who went solar with Jesse Keegan, and the pattern is unmistakable. One customer scheduled quotes with six companies, spoke to Jesse first, and canceled the other five appointments on the spot. Another mentioned that neighboring homes have visible conduit snaking across their roofs, while Keegan ran all the wiring behind walls because the homeowner asked him to. Reviews repeatedly cite his refusal to subcontract, his patience explaining microinverter systems to first-time solar buyers, and his habit of coordinating panel upgrades alongside installations so customers avoid the clunky workaround boxes that other contractors default to. The workmanship score sits at 4.9 out of 5, anchored by 28 mentions of tidy job sites and precise electrical work. We did find one older review describing a failed inspection and communication breakdown, so this isn't a flawless track record. (On the bright side, one reviewer noted Jesse 'just happened to have' a rare vintage breaker in his truck during an emergency call. Electricians who hoard obscure parts are either very lucky or very prepared.) If you want a solar installer who'll answer technical questions without handing you off to a sales rep, Keegan's worth the call.
If you value direct access to the person designing, permitting, and installing your system over the convenience of a large company with multiple crews, Keegan Electric Solar is a strong fit. You'll trade nationwide brand recognition for an owner who shows up at 8:30 sharp and leaves your walls patched.
Bob A. decided to go solar about four or five months ago after realizing the hot tub was costing his household a small fortune. He started skeptical — not an environmental zealot — but resolved to call a bunch of companies himself and compare options. He had heard Jesse Keegan on the radio and called Keegan first; Jesse answered the phone, came to the house for the appointment, and kept handling the job in person afterward. Bob discovered that Jesse knew the technology, kept the sales pitch low-pressure, and was bluntly honest, so Bob abandoned his plan to shop around and signed with Keegan. A few weeks later, when the process was supposed to begin, it did: the service upgrade was handled on-site by Jesse and one helper, and then most of the delay came from waiting on the utility’s inspections. Once the utility approved, the roof-mounted array went up in about a day and a half, and activation followed after the final utility sign-off. Keegan provided a ten-year warranty and the manufacturer added another fifteen years, so Bob expects the panels to be operating near 95% efficiency 25 years out. He also ended up with a phone app that shows production around the clock, and last month—
Mark K. chose Jesse Keegan to install a 6 kW solar system on his home, outfitted with LG panels and Enphase micro‑inverters, and came away impressed with both the speed and craftsmanship. He had significant contracting experience and an electrical engineering degree, so he grilled several bidders and discovered most were sales reps with shaky technical answers, optimistic ROI claims, and little practical sense about roof readiness or how to integrate a panel upgrade. Jesse, by contrast, showed up as a hands‑on installer and electrician who answered every technical question correctly and explained exactly how the job would proceed. He elected to add a state‑of‑the‑art electrical panel upgrade instead of an RMA device, a choice that improves resale value and also qualifies for the 30% federal solar tax credit. Jesse’s familiarity with micro‑inverter systems — and the advantages they offer over a single‑inverter setup — stood out as a deciding factor, and his labor rates struck him as reasonable. Jesse’s support crew for roofing, stucco, and drywall repairs performed smoothly and left the house clean after each workday. Jesse also accommodated a tight timing goal to beat upcoming,
Linda C. heard Keegan Electric Solar’s ad on her favorite radio station and hired him to outfit their home with solar. She ended up with an installation that made the neighbors envious: meticulous, punctual work with tidy routing and no piping running across the roof. He handled the job himself rather than subcontracting, stayed easy to reach, and brought deep knowledge while staying personable. Her husband was especially pleased with the quality. From the first call to completion the process felt professional and low-hassle. The detail that stuck with them was the clean roofline—no exposed piping across the roof.
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Martin S. in Escondido, CA turned to Jesse Keegan of Keegan Electric for years of electrical work—recessed lighting and outdoor lighting wiring among them—and in October 2015 Jesse installed a 21-microinverter solar system using LG panels and Enphase microinverters. He walked Martin through the entire process and timeline and kept him informed at every step, so the install never felt like a mystery. When Jesse needed to run wiring inside the walls and correct mistakes left by previous contractors, he made neat drywall cuts and left the interior looking tidy. Throughout, Jesse stayed organized and professional before, during, and after the jobs. Martin plans to use him again for more outdoor lighting and to add garage wiring for an electric‑car charger; the thing that stuck with him most was the careful drywall work and the fact that Jesse fixed others’ errors while keeping communication clear.
Cole C. has relied on Jesse and Keegan Electric for more than three years while renovating his ranch-style home. They handled a full interior electrical makeover — swapping in new power boxes, installing decorative can lights on dimmers, and updating bathroom lighting and vent fans — and most recently ran the electrical for a new spa and outdoor lighting. After years of juggling multiple contractors, he found relief in having one dependable company to call. Jesse and the team delivered top-quality work at a competitive price, took time to address his concerns and lay out options, and consistently worked cleanly and quickly. The crew came across as fun, friendly, and deeply knowledgeable, which made the projects far less stressful. Now he keeps Jesse’s number handy whenever an electrical job comes up.
Bob A. decided to go solar about four or five months ago after realizing the hot tub was costing his household a small fortune. He started skeptical — not an environmental zealot — but resolved to call a bunch of companies himself and compare options. He had heard Jesse Keegan on the radio and called Keegan first; Jesse answered the phone, came to the house for the appointment, and kept handling the job in person afterward. Bob discovered that Jesse knew the technology, kept the sales pitch low-pressure, and was bluntly honest, so Bob abandoned his plan to shop around and signed with Keegan. A few weeks later, when the process was supposed to begin, it did: the service upgrade was handled on-site by Jesse and one helper, and then most of the delay came from waiting on the utility’s inspections. Once the utility approved, the roof-mounted array went up in about a day and a half, and activation followed after the final utility sign-off. Keegan provided a ten-year warranty and the manufacturer added another fifteen years, so Bob expects the panels to be operating near 95% efficiency 25 years out. He also ended up with a phone app that shows production around the clock, and last month—
Charlie R. hired Keegan Electric to tackle a complicated service overhaul on his property — they replaced the main service line from the street transformer and upgraded the main panel. He also had them add a dedicated hot tub circuit with a secondary breaker and run power out to a barn. The job demanded significant trenching and close coordination with landscapers and concrete contractors, and Keegan handled the logistics without drama. Jesse managed the crew on site and earned particular praise for his attention to detail. He couldn’t be happier — what stuck with him was how the team coordinated the trenching and subcontractors to deliver a clean, full upgrade from transformer to panel while adding the hot tub and barn feeds.
Susan chose Keegan Electric to install solar panels on her house and found the whole process refreshingly straightforward. The installer, Jesse, handled the job with clear expertise—professional, efficient, and careful—talking her through each step in plain language. She appreciated that he kept the work area tidy and never pushed her into a decision she wasn’t ready to make. She ended up with a neat installation and the lasting impression that the project was explained clearly and managed respectfully from start to finish.
Troy C. had Keegan Electric install solar on his Buckboard Lane home and watched the system go live unusually fast. He inspected the work and found the installation and wiring immaculate — tidy cable runs, clean mounts, and an overall finish that looked purposefully neat. Jesse led the crew, proved easy to talk to, and repeatedly went above and beyond, while the whole team stayed professional and efficient. What stuck with him most was how quickly the house was producing power and how spotless the workmanship looked.
Linda C. heard Keegan Electric Solar’s ad on her favorite radio station and hired him to outfit their home with solar. She ended up with an installation that made the neighbors envious: meticulous, punctual work with tidy routing and no piping running across the roof. He handled the job himself rather than subcontracting, stayed easy to reach, and brought deep knowledge while staying personable. Her husband was especially pleased with the quality. From the first call to completion the process felt professional and low-hassle. The detail that stuck with them was the clean roofline—no exposed piping across the roof.
This homeowner ended up with a solar installation that looks intentionally finished — Jessie ran the wiring behind the walls and even swapped out an undersized conduit so there are no exposed cables, all for a reasonable price. After vetting four contractors, they found Jessie the most accurate at sizing their energy needs, the most punctual with appointments and callbacks, and the most affordable option. Jessie came across as affable and patient, willing to walk through questions about cost and system complexity until everything made sense. Keegan Electric handled the physical work with care: the installation quality felt high, the crew stayed polite and tidy, cleaning up each day and never disrupting household routines, and the company scheduled every step to fit the homeowner’s timetable. The detail that lingered most was the hidden wiring and the proactive conduit replacement — the sort of workmanship that separates a basic install from a carefully considered one.
Kip O. installed solar on his San Diego home and ended up with a tidy, high-performing system. The crew worked professionally and efficiently, upgraded his electrical panel, and left a clean installation on the roof. Within weeks he discovered the array was producing more power than the household used, so generation outpaced consumption. The wrinkle: Edison still levied some charges, so his bill hasn’t dropped to zero. Takeaway: a neat install and strong output, but expect a few lingering utility fees.
Recent customers rate Keegan Electric Solar 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.