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OHM Solar Solutions reviews

CALIFORNIA / CHICO
OHM Solar Solutions
231 Reviews • 1 Location 30,723 Data Points Processed

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The Verdict

OHM Solar Solutions has a troubling split personality. We found consistent praise for their installation crews and ongoing support, with 101 reviewers specifically calling out the quality of their physical work and clean job sites. One homeowner described how the company immediately owned up to accidental drywall damage during install and sent a professional to repair it within a week at no cost. But we also found a pattern of aggressive sales practices that should give you pause. Multiple customers report door-to-door reps ignoring no-soliciting signs, and in one case a sales rep trespassed into a backyard and peered through windows after no one answered the door. More concerning, we identified 11 detailed accounts alleging misleading financing terms and undersized systems. A 74-year-old homeowner described a system quoted verbally at one price that ballooned to over $130,000 with interest, with annual payment increases buried in an 80-page contract. The system underperformed, the battery backup lasted only four hours instead of providing the promised outage protection, and appeals to management were dismissed. The workmanship earns high marks, but the sales process carries real risk.

If you're drawn to OHM because of local support or crew professionalism, insist on having an independent solar consultant review the full contract and financing terms before signing. The gap between what some customers were told and what they got is too wide to ignore.

3 Stories That Stood Out

1. Bob C.
Yelp | Nov 12, 2025 |

Bob C., a 74-year-old on a fixed income who already had solar, found himself repeatedly pressed to upgrade until he finally agreed — a decision that turned into a costly nightmare. He trusted the sales pitch that the company would act in his best interest, skimmed an 80-plus-page contract, and accepted what was presented as a single lifetime payment. What he discovered later was very different: a system that might reasonably cost about $25,000 ballooned to over $130,000 with interest, and the “one payment” he was promised increases every year. He wound up financing through EverBright Solar, which he calls a suspicious outfit with a poor reputation and legal complaints, and he believes the finance partner was part of the problem. The equipment itself underdelivered: production fell short of the sales projections, and PG&E wouldn’t allow net export from the new array, so he has to rely on his old, unreliable system to receive any export credits. The battery backup — the primary reason he agreed to upgrade — lasts only about four hours, leaving him without the overnight or outage protection he expected. When he appealed to Brandon, the sales manager, and to the owner, they brushed他他

2. Beth Tweedy
Google | Jan 21, 2025 |

Beth decided to install a rooftop solar system with storage batteries through a power purchase agreement and, after meeting several national firms, chose OHM Solar because having a local team finally made her comfortable. Once the contract was signed, OHM handled every step: they texted regular progress updates (Zach earned particular praise for staying on top of communication) and coordinated the installation. The crew ran into a minor mishap that damaged an interior wall, but installers immediately acknowledged the mistake and OHM arranged for a professional drywaller the same day; the hole was patched within a week at no cost. The system now performs well, and she feels well supported going forward — the prompt, full repair of the wall is the detail she won’t forget.

3. Brandon S.
Yelp | Jun 1, 2024 |

Brandon lives in a suburban neighborhood that, for weeks, found itself swamped by Ohm Solar Solutions’ door-to-door sales team. He tried to be polite and repeatedly told the canvassers he wasn’t interested, but each visit grew more aggressive until he stopped answering the door. The situation escalated when one salesperson, after ringing the bell multiple times, walked into his backyard and began peering into windows — a disturbance Brandon later watched unfold on his home security cameras. He attempted to reach the company with a voicemail and a message through their website chat about the trespass, but got no response. He left a one-star rating and wants neighbors to know the concrete takeaway: the intruding salesperson was caught on camera, and the company did not reply to his attempts to address the conduct.

Platforms Monitored

Google
192 Reviews · 1 Location
4.5/5
Yelp
33 Reviews · 1 Location
3.3/5
BBB
6 Reviews · 2 Locations
1.0/5
SolarReviews
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Performance by Work Type

SOLAR
SOLAR
Installation, permitting, and grid connection.
4.4/5
BATTERY
BATTERY
Energy storage for backup savings and independence.
2.5/5
SERVICE
SERVICE
Repairs, maintenance, and ongoing system support.
2.1/5
ROOFING
ROOFING
Repair or replacement, before or after solar installation.
4.5/5
COMPLEX PROJECTS
COMPLEX PROJECTS
Multi-trade installations requiring co-ordination.
N/A
ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL
Panel upgrades and wiring for system readiness.
N/A

How We Got To Trust Score 71

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Identity theft
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Misleading Claims

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We checked for:
Bait & switch
Overstated savings
Hidden fees
Misrepresented specs
False performance
Misleading warranty

Background Check

Serving customers for 6 years

BBB Rating: A-

Good BBB standing.

Natural Review Patterns

Reviews were posted naturally over time.

What You Can Expect

01

1. Jose
Google | Feb 24, 2025 |

Jose went live with OHM's residential solar system about two years ago and has been consistently pleased with how things turned out. He points to the company's professionalism but singles out Connor's ongoing attention — Connor routinely checks in to make sure the panels and service continue to meet expectations. More than just an installation, the experience turned into an ongoing relationship where follow-up and care have lasted well beyond the initial hookup.

2. jeremy candee
Google | Sep 16, 2023 |

Jeremy found the payoff came into focus after a year on the roof: the year‑end true‑up delivered a level of satisfaction that made the investment feel real. He remembers Connor Richardson listening to his concerns from the first conversation and guiding him toward a system that fit his needs. A year later, he could point to that clear financial snapshot and feel grateful he picked Ohm Solar Solutions — what stuck with him most was the combination of attentive guidance up front and a tangible, satisfying result at the end of the first year.

3. Shawn P.
Yelp | Oct 31, 2025 |

Shawn P. trusted salesperson Jack Fischer to arrange a battery-and-panel setup and now, more than a year in, he’s still paying $299 for the system while also handing $600 to PG&E — and getting no meaningful help. He’s tried repeatedly to reach Jack, but calls go unanswered, and the problem remains unresolved. Technicians have shown up two to four times a year for ongoing issues; each visit ends with the techs seeming confused by his high bills and telling him to contact OHM Solar, but that leads nowhere. The experience left him feeling the company’s priority was closing the sale — once the contract was signed, communication and support dried up. What sticks most for him is that after over a year and multiple service calls he’s still on the hook for $299 plus $600 to PG&E and can’t get the salesperson to respond.

02

1. Sharon O'Hara
Google | Apr 3, 2023 |

Sharon hired Ohm for a home solar installation and found the entire process remarkably smooth. She got quick answers to every question and clear explanations of each step, then watched a polite, conscientious crew install the panels and be in and out in about a half day. Ohm stayed in touch after the install, proactively handling follow-up questions so the system transition felt effortless. Two years later she had them add backup batteries and experienced the same strong communication and tidy execution for the upgrade. The detail that stuck with her was the ongoing attention—prompt responses and reliable follow-up that carried through from the initial install to the later battery add-on.

2. Eileen Ladendorf
Google | Oct 31, 2025 |

In Oroville, Eileen Ladendorf planned a ground-mounted solar setup — 28 panels and two Tesla backup batteries — but the project stalled when PG&E required a new transformer, a delay that stretched two to three months. Once the utility work finished, the OHM crew jumped into action: they dug support holes one morning, poured concrete and set the framing the next, began electrical work that same day, and wrapped up the installation the following day. The team showed up at 8 a.m., worked full days, and stayed courteous and professional throughout. About a week after the crew finished, PG&E emailed to confirm the system was completed and turned on. What stood out was the contrast between the long utility hold-up and the installers’ speed and efficiency—she ended up with a fully operational 28-panel system and two Tesla batteries after essentially a two-day hands-on install and prompt utility activation.

3. Cole Greenwald
Google | Oct 27, 2025 |

When Cole opened his door to another solar salesperson, he discovered OHM immediately stood apart from the rest. He watched their rep Teak work around the family’s busy schedule and walk through the whole solar process patiently, never pushing for a quick decision. During the install, Ethan and Zach kept him up to date at every step, and the crew treated the property with obvious care and respect. When Blake arrived for the inspection, he deliberately kept things quiet because there was a sleeping baby in the house—an attentive detail that summed up the team’s approach. More than the panels or paperwork, what lingered was how thoughtfully OHM handled the project, accommodating everyday family life while getting the job done.

03

1. Timothy Shiffer
Google | Jun 19, 2025 |

Timothy began a solar project with OHM Solar and experienced smooth, well-managed work from start to finish. The most memorable part was the steady stream of updates from the office that kept him informed as the project moved through each step. His sales rep stayed helpful and professional throughout, and the install crew arrived prepared, worked professionally, and offered hands-on assistance during the installation. He walked away impressed by the reliable communication and the team's competence — the two details that made the whole process feel controlled and low-stress.

2. Colin Chambers
Google | Jun 2, 2025 |

Colin shopped several solar providers and landed on OHM Solutions because their customer service and price stood out. He appreciated that the team walked him through the program and costs in plain terms and never pressured him. After signing the agreement, OHM handled the logistics — permits, scheduling and the install — and the only thing he needed to do was let the crew into the attic. He walked away impressed by how effortless the process was and by the clear, upfront communication that made the whole project nearly hands-off.

3. K Z
Google | Jan 8, 2025 |

K Z had a residential solar system installed about two years ago. The first year performed well, but the second year produced a crippling true-up bill. After months of being passed around by the original sales agent, they finally got a technician who discovered a software update had accidentally disconnected the system from the grid for several months; it’s back online now, but the company offered no mitigation for the extra costs. In October their monitoring showed roughly 50% less production than the previous year, and the installer shrugged that everything appeared fine without explaining the drop. They left frustrated about continuing payments on a 25-year contract for panels that haven't delivered — the detail that sticks is that a software change took them offline for months with no compensation.

Long-term Satisfaction

Long-term satisfaction for OHM Solar Solutions drops to 2.6 ★ compared to early reviews. This decline is worse than 75% of installers we looked at.

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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