Solar Works reviews

Carson Lee has worked with Solar Works for a few years and has leaned on them for the household’s solar needs. Over that time they discovered a consistently professional, transparent approach: the crew recommended systems that fit the family’s needs instead of pushing one-size-fits-all solutions. What kept the relationship going was the personal treatment — conversations and guidance that made them feel like a person rather than a number — a practical, human detail that stood out long after installations finished.

Sheila went solar just over a year ago and, after seeing her true-up bill, discovered the system performed even better than she expected. She shopped several installers and chose Solar Works because their team walked her through every step so thoroughly that she jokes she could be a salesperson. They reviewed her average usage, planned panel count with a new hot tub in mind, and sized the system accordingly. After a year of production her electric bill usually stays under the utility’s $20 minimum charge — the concrete result that sealed the decision for her.

Eli Zaturanski (Zaturanski Photography) had Solar Works install solar panels at his home about ten years ago. When their monitoring showed his inverters stopped reporting, Solar Works came out twice at no charge to install a connection device and confirm the array’s production was healthy. He found communication straightforward and experienced a level of service he describes as standing up to the best business standards. Eli would hire them again for solar, battery, or electrical work — the detail that stuck with him: after a decade the installer returned, handled the monitoring problem with two complimentary on‑site visits, and left the system producing as intended.

James J. O'Hara returned to Solar Works for a third major project after the company installed his original solar system about 20 years ago. He also had them replace panels a few years back as part of a manufacturer settlement, and although a different contractor offered free installation under that deal, he chose to pay out of pocket so Solar Works would handle the work and keep the installation standards consistent. Over the past two decades he has relied on their prompt, courteous, and dependable service, expects the current system to last another 20 years or more, and values the continuity of having the same installer provide both high-quality work and ongoing personalized support.

Eli Z. had a set of solar panels installed about ten years ago and recently discovered the system’s inverters stopped reporting to the installer’s monitoring. The company returned twice at no charge, installed a connection device, and personally verified that production was back to normal. He found communication easy and watched the crew handle the problem without pushing for extra fees or upsells. The standout for him was the decade-later follow-up: a company willing to come back, fix the link, and confirm output free of charge felt like a clear sign of reliable service. For anyone considering solar, battery, or other electric solutions, that kind of responsiveness — returning to fix a reporting issue and confirm production — is the detail that mattered most to him.

sr0828 chose Solar Works for a residential rooftop solar system and, in an update dated 9/16/2024, remained thrilled with the result. They ended up with an attractive array and what looked like a first-class installation, and the system has run perfectly for about a year with absolutely no problems. The memorable takeaway for prospective buyers: the panels not only look good on the roof but have delivered a year of trouble-free operation — a concrete sign of reliable workmanship.

Paul W. Ennis celebrated the day his rooftop PV system—installed by Solar Works/Sebastopol in 2013 on the family property at 4545—finally made the PG&E meter spin past 00,000 and begin running into negative. He has been feeding the grid since installation, and today's reading felt like the first time the dial truly matched that reality. He credits Solar Works/Sebastopol and Tommy for the reliable workmanship that turned a shade-free spot on the land into a steady source of exportable power. He still pictures his dad, who loved the place and would have been proud that the household stopped paying PG&E and started producing its own electricity. The memorable detail that sticks: watching the meter flip and run negative—concrete proof the system is now exporting energy rather than drawing from the utility.

Joe discovered that after a little more than a year his 14-panel system left him with only about $400 in net electricity costs on his PG&E annual true-up — and that included regular charging of his Chevy Bolt EV. He ended up pleasantly surprised by the system’s performance and the real-world savings. The Solar Team handled the install and follow-up, answered questions quickly, and stayed responsive whenever he needed help. He keeps insisting he should have gone solar years earlier; the striking takeaway for him is how low that annual net bill was even with frequent EV charging.

Liz Brown has relied on Solar Works for more than 15 years; they just finished installing a second, upgraded solar system on the roof of her Sebastopol house to replace the smaller array put in back in 2002. She found the team unusually knowledgeable and hands-on — they handled installation and maintenance, answered technical questions over the years, and proactively alerted her to tax incentives and other ways to save on her shift to alternative energy. The relationship stretched beyond transactions: she appreciated their environmental-minded approach and visible support for local causes, including Sonoma Clean Power. What stuck with her most was the combination of long-term technical support and active community advocacy that kept her informed and saving money long after the panels went up.