Scudder Solar Energy Systems reviews

David M. hired Scudder Solar about a year ago to install a high-end 36-panel array on the roof of his home, and the system has run flawlessly since. He had interviewed six local solar firms—two never even showed—and ended up choosing Scudder because their price was competitive and their sales process felt like an education rather than a hard sell. He appreciated that Chris Supinski walked him through options instead of pressuring him, and that confidence in the sales team carried over into the field work. He watched the Scudder crew execute a clean, professional job from start to finish. Beyond the panels, Scudder upgraded his main service from 200A to 400A, pulled all city permits in Monterey, and handled the paperwork so he didn’t have to. Early on the agreed morning, their commercial electrician Keith and his helper cut a square of stucco, reframed the 2x6 studs and flush-mounted the new panel so the 2 PM city inspector could sign off. The city cut power at the street in the morning and restored it in roughly six hours; the crew worked straight through lunch to meet the inspection window, and David’s ice chests for the fridge never had to be used. Over the four-day install,9

Rob came back to Scudder for a second job — after they re-roofed his home he hired them to install solar, and he watched a crew work steadily and efficiently through an entire day. He noticed the team stayed focused and hard-working from start to finish, and that the installers were friendly and clearly competent just as they had been during the roofing project. The crew cleaned up thoroughly afterward, leaving the yard free of debris, and the office answered his emails quickly whenever questions came up, which kept him confident the job would be handled correctly. What stood out most was the combination of hands-on competence and prompt communication — a finished solar system, a tidy site, and the reassurance that small details weren’t overlooked.

Wil hired Scudder Solar to install a residential system more than a year ago, hoping to eliminate a roughly $300 monthly PG&E bill. Instead he ended up with a $1,500 annual true-up. He asked Scudder Solar to explain why the reconciliation wasn't the few dollars he'd been led to expect and to confirm the system is producing the energy it was predicted to, but the installer refused to provide production verification and said it would not help. He spoke directly with Mark Scudderi over a month ago; Scudderi reassured him he was in charge and could resolve the issue quickly, then went silent despite a gentle follow-up email and phone reminder. Confronted with an unexpected $1,500 charge and no meaningful data or support from the company, he remains without an explanation or a fix — more than a year after installation.

Murnen Ustick hired Scudder to put in two Tesla Wall units over the past two years and, more recently, to add a rooftop solar array to their home. They found the crew’s workmanship reliable and the jobsite tidy — crews cleared debris every day — and appreciated the steady, daily updates that kept the project transparent from start to finish. What set the experience apart was that combination of quality work and constant communication: the installation felt organized and low‑stress because the team cleaned up nightly and kept Murnen informed. The one practical takeaway that stayed with them was timing — Murnen urged others to move quickly while federal tax credits remain, since that incentive shaped how they scheduled the work.

Peggy R. had most of her roof replaced by Scudder about 12 years earlier, and when she decided to add solar she found a small tar-and-gravel flat section on the roof — not originally done by Scudder — that only had about 2–3 years of life left and had to be re-roofed before panels could go on. She selected Scudder Solar largely because of that prior positive experience and because one parent company could handle both the re-roof and the solar install, avoiding the coordination headaches and finger-pointing that can happen when different contractors are involved. Scudder tore out the old flat roofing and installed a membrane over plywood as the mounting surface for the panels. Their combined bid for roof and solar landed in the middle of the pack; cost wasn’t the cheapest, but she chose the company for its warranty backing and the likelihood it would still be around in 10–20 years. Scudder’s crews — all employees rather than subcontractors — showed up on time and worked professionally. The roof and solar work took about 5–6 days spread over an eight-day period due to a couple of rain delays. She ended up extremely happy with the workmanship and the single-point responsibility; the:“

Stephen Addleman encountered an exceptional team at Scudder Solar that guided him from the initial consultation and quoting all the way through installation and commissioning. He found the sales consultants, installers and commissioning crew uniformly knowledgeable and professional. They stayed current with PG&E requirements and walked him through signing up for rebate programs, making the paperwork and utility coordination far less painful. What stuck with him most was their command of the local utility rules and the hands-on help with rebates—practical support that made the whole process feel seamless and reliable.

John Ittelson hired Scudder Solar Electrical Energy Systems to install a Tesla battery on his home in the Monterey Bay area and ended up with a project that felt like it went the extra mile. He experienced clear, start-to-finish communication; when issues popped up the crew handled them properly; and the installers were the most courteous he’d had in his house in a long time. The team delivered an impeccable installation and he awarded the job top marks. What lingered most with him was Javier and his crew’s combination of professionalism, attention to detail and genuine courtesy.

Maria completed a solar-plus-Powerwall installation on her home and discovered something rare: every one of the nine Scudder teams involved delivered consistently high-quality work, clear communication, and cheerful service from start to finish. She found the written contract to be thorough, but every crew she met went beyond those promises—turning detailed expectations into even better results. The project timeline tightened around her travel schedule. Initial contact with Andrew Lezin came on 8/14/2024; she had hoped to finish by year-end but could only begin work after returning on 11/18/2024. The electrical crew mobilized on 11/20 and the solar installers followed on 11/21. City inspection cleared the system on 12/17, Scudder submitted the final request to PGE, and on 12/28 PGE approved the interconnection—announced to her in a cheerful email that made it clear the whole process had been coordinated well. A few individuals stood out. Andrew moved the timeline to meet her tight deadline and helped secure the contract. Rosanna translated technical details into plain language, choosing when to email and when to send photos so decisions felt informed rather than overwhelming. The

Chico K. hired Scudder Solar for a rooftop installation and quickly discovered the company didn’t hold a solar license—only a roofing license—raising immediate questions about how the work was being sold and permitted. He paid an enormous sum for what he picked as their priciest system but ended up with equipment he judged as subpar. He had assumed higher prices meant the company was supporting long‑time staff, but learned they had let go of skilled employees and kept mostly family members on the payroll. He also didn’t research the installer before signing, a mistake that made the mismatch between cost and quality sting more. The clearest takeaway: he paid top dollar for a premium package from a company without a solar license and received inferior components, so verify licensing and component quality before committing.