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LA Solar Systems reviews

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LA Solar Systems
21 Reviews • 1 Location 2,793 Data Points Processed

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The Verdict

LA Solar Systems delivers solid installations at competitive prices, but we found little evidence they offer standout service beyond that baseline. One homeowner saw their electric bill drop from over $600 per month to under $40 after installation, and another saved money when the company's free energy audit revealed they didn't need the oversized system three other installers had quoted. We analyzed dozens of reviews spanning more than a decade, and the pattern holds: clean work, knowledgeable crews, systems that perform as promised. What sets them apart is their willingness to right-size systems rather than upsell, a practice one reviewer called out after comparing four bids. The trade-off is modest post-installation support visibility. We found only four reviews mentioning follow-up service, though one described an after-hours emergency visit to fix an overloaded breaker unrelated to the solar system itself. (The technician arrived with what the homeowner called "the most pleasant attitude" after working all day at another job, which feels like a low bar, but apparently worth noting.)

If you're comparing quotes and want an installer who'll audit your energy use before recommending a system size, LA Solar Systems is worth keeping on your shortlist. Just don't expect the hand-holding or proactive maintenance check-ins you'd get from premium installers.

3 Stories That Stood Out

1. Andrea F.
Yelp | Jun 4, 2015 |

Andrea F. hired Shawn and the LA Solar team five years ago to install and oversee a residential solar system, and the outcome still stands out. They guided her through every step, turning confusing options and paperwork into a clear, hands-on education about how solar would work for her home. The team continued managing the system afterward, and the practical result was huge: her electric bills dropped from more than $600 a month to under $40. Years later she still points to the thorough explanations and ongoing management as the reason the switch paid off so dramatically.

2. Anonymous
SolarReviews | Jan 2, 2013 |

This homeowner shopped three companies for a solar PV system and a pool heater and discovered La Solar Energy was the only local firm that handled the whole solar stack and offered an energy audit before quoting. The audit team dug into their utility bills and demonstrated they didn’t need the oversized system the other bidders pitched, which saved them money and anxiety. The owner, Shawn, showed up in person — not a commissioned sales rep — and after a long, informed conversation they chose to add pool heating. Shawn then knocked half the price off the pool system and threw in a free upgrade to a 200A service panel. They ended up with a right-sized PV installation, an affordable pool heater, and a memorable bit of hands-on service: the owner’s visit plus the 50% pool-heating discount and complimentary panel upgrade.

3. Angel C.
Yelp | Oct 4, 2020 |

Angel called L.A. Solar when a breaker in her home became overloaded. Tigran showed up as an emergency after a full day on another job, diagnosed that the issue had nothing to do with the solar system, and repaired the breaker on the spot. They walked away impressed by Tigran’s upbeat, professional approach—he arrived after a long day but stayed pleasant and handled the problem quickly. The detail that stood out was his willingness to respond in an emergency and remain friendly and competent while fixing a non-solar electrical issue.

Platforms Monitored

SolarReviews
15 Reviews · 1 Location
4.3/5
Yelp
6 Reviews · 1 Location
4.5/5
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Performance by Work Type

SOLAR
SOLAR
Installation, permitting, and grid connection.
4.9/5
ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL
Panel upgrades and wiring for system readiness.
5.0/5
SERVICE
SERVICE
Repairs, maintenance, and ongoing system support.
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 88

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Background Check

Serving customers for 19 years

Among the longest-standing installers in the market.

BBB Rating

Not BBB rated.

Review Patterns

What You Can Expect

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1. Andrea F.
Yelp | Jun 4, 2015 |

Andrea F. hired Shawn and the LA Solar team five years ago to install and oversee a residential solar system, and the outcome still stands out. They guided her through every step, turning confusing options and paperwork into a clear, hands-on education about how solar would work for her home. The team continued managing the system afterward, and the practical result was huge: her electric bills dropped from more than $600 a month to under $40. Years later she still points to the thorough explanations and ongoing management as the reason the switch paid off so dramatically.

2. Marco P.
Yelp | Apr 6, 2017 |

Marco had just bought a house that came with an existing solar system and quickly ran into a few problems and lots of questions. Shawn, the owner, came to the house, sorted out the issues on-site, and patiently answered every question while offering concrete advice on how to improve the current setup. He left reassured by Shawn’s hands-on, professional approach—what stood out was Shawn taking the time to show him practical fixes and clear next steps for the system.

3. Michelle S.
Yelp | May 30, 2015 |

Michelle S. encountered a slow start after installing solar on her home, with several issues that needed fixing, but LA Solar worked through each problem and handled the details with standout customer service. The crew followed through on promised work and stayed unusually attentive during the follow-up communications with DWP, taking care of the paperwork and steps that often slow projects down. By June 2015 she had lived with the system through two billing cycles and began to see the payoff in lower bills and steadier energy use. She found the team knowledgeable, delivering the quality product they had promised, and consistently responsive to every question — a responsiveness that helped put her at ease during the rough patches. Ultimately she switched to solar and pointed to the company’s persistence on the DWP interactions and clear post-install support as the reason the investment felt worthwhile.

02

1. Angel C.
Yelp | Oct 4, 2020 |

Angel called L.A. Solar when a breaker in her home became overloaded. Tigran showed up as an emergency after a full day on another job, diagnosed that the issue had nothing to do with the solar system, and repaired the breaker on the spot. They walked away impressed by Tigran’s upbeat, professional approach—he arrived after a long day but stayed pleasant and handled the problem quickly. The detail that stood out was his willingness to respond in an emergency and remain friendly and competent while fixing a non-solar electrical issue.

2. Anonymous
SolarReviews | Nov 8, 2010 |

This homeowner first noticed a van with a solar logo at their auto repair shop and struck up a conversation with Shawn, who left a card and encouraged them to call when they were ready. After a few days they phoned for a free estimate; Shawn walked them through the whole process in detail both before and after the decision, answering more than enough questions and keeping things low-pressure. The installation finished on schedule even with a two-day rain delay, and the crew came off as punctual, professional, and genuinely committed to doing the right thing. They had collected a few bids from larger companies that came in significantly higher—likely inflated by big marketing budgets—while LA Solar delivered the lowest bid and strong returns. The detail that stands out most is how a chance meeting at a repair shop turned into a clear, on-schedule install at a better price than the big firms.

3. Anonymous
SolarReviews | Sep 19, 2008 |

This homeowner hired the company to add solar to their house and found the crew exceptionally knowledgeable. They watched a tidy, professional installation and ended up very happy with the result. What stuck with them was the team's expertise and how cleanly the site was left — they plan to recommend the company highly to others.

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1. Anonymous
SolarReviews | Jan 2, 2013 |

Robert shopped around, collecting four estimates for a residential solar install, and grew frustrated as other sales reps pushed an oversized system without digging into the house’s electrical picture. He picked LA Solar, who began with a thorough audit and actually traced a few hidden electrical problems and inefficient light bulbs that he hadn’t known about. Those fixes dropped his annual usage from about 16,000 kWh to roughly 14,500 kWh, which translated into a smaller, cheaper system — about 7.2 kW instead of the roughly 8.2 kW the other companies had been selling. The audit cost nothing once he moved forward with the install, and he walked away impressed by the customer service and the product. The detail that stood out was practical and measurable: a careful audit that uncovered issues, cut energy use by around 1,500 kWh per year, and shrank the required system size — a saving that made a real difference on the final cost.

2. Anonymous
SolarReviews | Jan 2, 2013 |

This homeowner shopped three companies for a solar PV system and a pool heater and discovered La Solar Energy was the only local firm that handled the whole solar stack and offered an energy audit before quoting. The audit team dug into their utility bills and demonstrated they didn’t need the oversized system the other bidders pitched, which saved them money and anxiety. The owner, Shawn, showed up in person — not a commissioned sales rep — and after a long, informed conversation they chose to add pool heating. Shawn then knocked half the price off the pool system and threw in a free upgrade to a 200A service panel. They ended up with a right-sized PV installation, an affordable pool heater, and a memorable bit of hands-on service: the owner’s visit plus the 50% pool-heating discount and complimentary panel upgrade.

3. Anonymous
SolarReviews | Oct 3, 2008 |

This homeowner and her husband chose La Solar Energy to handle a solar project for their family business in Burbank. They found a skilled, professional crew that delivered attentive service and a competitively priced proposal. The combination of a polished team and affordable pricing is what stuck with them.

Long-term Satisfaction

Recent customers rate LA Solar Systems 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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