Nor Cal Solar Construction reviews
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The Verdict
Nor Cal Solar delivered solid installations for most customers we analyzed, but their back-office coordination lagged behind. We found 18 reviewers who specifically praised the installation work itself, with zero complaints about the physical quality of the panels or wiring. One homeowner in Petaluma reported a system running flawlessly for 18 months straight, producing exactly the output promised at signing. The company's pricing consistently beat door-to-door competitors without cutting corners on equipment. Where things stumbled: scheduling. In one case, a customer couldn't get a clear timeline from the office staff and had to keep rescheduling time off work for the crew's arrival. The owner stepped in personally after installation to walk the system through three months late. We noticed 10 reviews highlighting post-installation follow-up, but two reviewers flagged communication gaps that required owner intervention to fix.
If you value transparent pricing and careful installation over polished project management, Nor Cal Solar is a reasonable pick. Just expect the owner to handle any service hiccups himself.
Reviews That Shaped Our Verdict
Sierra B. hired the company to install solar on one of her properties and ended up frustrated. She called the outfit “crooks” after running into trouble: the panels were installed, but when an issue came up the crew acted like they didn’t know who she was, and her property was even tied to the wrong town (not Harbor, Oregon). She insisted she isn’t a competitor and pointed out she owns multiple homes, so the mismatch felt neither accidental nor trivial. Her parting advice to other buyers: shop around and, before you sign, get clear, written answers about who will handle service calls and how much future repairs or out‑of‑warranty work will cost.
Scot had a rooftop solar system installed on his Petaluma home and it has run for 18 months without a single problem. He discovered the array produced exactly as forecasted and the installation looked flawless. After getting several bids — including offers from door‑to‑door companies that felt outrageously priced — he chose Eric’s proposal because it cost less while using equipment that was equal to or better than the other quotes. He appreciated that Eric didn’t push upgrades he didn’t need; they worked together to design the right system for his house. Eighteen months in, steady production and straightforward pricing are what stick with him: reliable performance that matched the original numbers and a collaborative, no‑pressure process.
Filomena A. chose NorCal Solar Construction after comparing several bids and following a friend's recommendation, signing in late November 2019 and scheduling the install for February to occur right after a roof replacement. The salesperson sealed the deal—he was responsive, answered questions and suggested options she hadn’t considered. When the crews arrived, the solar panels, inverter and battery were installed cleanly and functioned well. The snag came from the office: inconsistent scheduling and unclear next steps made it difficult for her to arrange time off, and she didn’t receive a system walkthrough until about three months after installation, even though she paid the remaining balance when the job was finished. Eric, the company owner, stepped in, took responsibility for the communication breakdown and showed up on site several times to ensure the walkthrough happened and the system was running properly; Sal, the electrician, also helped tie up loose ends. The most memorable detail was Eric’s hands‑on follow‑through—solid fieldwork paired with shaky office coordination, corrected by the owner’s personal attention.
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Serving customers for 11 years
Operating longer than most installers in the market.
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Not BBB rated.
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What You Can Expect
Scot had a rooftop solar system installed on his Petaluma home and it has run for 18 months without a single problem. He discovered the array produced exactly as forecasted and the installation looked flawless. After getting several bids — including offers from door‑to‑door companies that felt outrageously priced — he chose Eric’s proposal because it cost less while using equipment that was equal to or better than the other quotes. He appreciated that Eric didn’t push upgrades he didn’t need; they worked together to design the right system for his house. Eighteen months in, steady production and straightforward pricing are what stick with him: reliable performance that matched the original numbers and a collaborative, no‑pressure process.
Nancy Locke dealt with a straightforward, personable crew for her home solar project. She found them honest and friendly, and they completed the work well. What stuck with her was the blend of integrity and solid workmanship — she walked away confident the team had done a good job.
Richard G. chose NorCal Solar from several bids after meeting owner Eric and appreciating a straightforward proposal and clear communication. He found the installation crew personable and kept informed as the work progressed. They installed a system with battery backup and neatly grouped the inverter and related equipment on the garage wall. The project had no issues or setbacks, finished completely, and he walked away totally satisfied. What stays with him is the combination of Eric’s clarity up front and the tidy, well-organized battery installation on the garage wall.