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Sunny Solar Power reviews

CALIFORNIA / SANTEE
Sunny Solar Power
23 Reviews • 1 Location 3,059 Data Points Processed

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The Verdict

Sunny Solar Power will rescue a dead solar system faster than anyone else we've tracked. One homeowner watched five competitors ghost him after his backyard panels quit, then Sunny Solar sent someone out the same day, diagnosed a 12-year-old inverter, beat every other quote, and had a new unit running by 8 a.m. the next morning. We found 11 reviews describing inverter emergencies resolved in under 48 hours, often with warranty claims the original installer wouldn't touch. In one case, the owner Jose caught an expiring manufacturer warranty with three days to spare and saved the customer $4,000 on a replacement that other companies quoted at full retail. Eighteen reviewers mentioned post-installation support without a single complaint, and seven specifically praised Jose for electrical work so dependable they keep his number for any wiring project. The only recurring gripe: two reviews mentioned project timelines that stretched slightly, though both still recommended the company. (One reviewer admitted they'd been chasing the original contractor for months before Sunny Solar fixed it in a week, so perspective matters.)

If you need a solar system repaired tomorrow and you're tired of companies that don't return calls, Sunny Solar Power is the fastest option we found. If you want the absolute cheapest quote for a brand-new install, you may find one, but you'll sacrifice the kind of inverter troubleshooting that saves you thousands down the road.

3 Stories That Stood Out

1. Marlon R.
Yelp | Aug 20, 2025 |

Marlon bought a home in 2022 that already had a paid-off solar array installed around 2015. In the peak of summer 2025 — with the air conditioning running nonstop — he discovered the inverter had stopped producing power and displayed an error code. He tried contacting the original installer, Calafata Construction & Electric, but got no response and suspected they were no longer operating. After searching Yelp, Erica from Sunny Solar Power reached out immediately and arranged a same-day visit. Owner Jose came out, inspected the system and uncovered multiple problems: a faulty inverter, compromised MC connectors, and sloppy cable management with loose wiring rubbing on the roof. Jose contacted SMA and confirmed the inverter was still covered by the original manufacturer warranty, which was due to expire on 8/23/25, so he submitted an RMA right away — a move that ultimately saved Marlon more than $4,000. The RMA was approved, a replacement inverter arrived quickly, and Erica supplied the paperwork to purchase an extended SMA warranty; Marlon chose the full 10-year option. Throughout the process Jose and his crew acted as licensed, reliable technicians who kept him informed at every 단계

2. Norman G.
Yelp | Apr 10, 2025 |

Norman G. discovered his 24-panel rack in the backyard had gone offline and called five solar companies — only one answered within an hour. He walked them through the problem; they arrived the same day, disassembled the inverter and confirmed that after 12 years it had failed. They quoted a high-quality replacement with labor and a 10-year warranty, left him to shop around, and he phoned multiple competitors only to find none could match that price. He called them back the next day, signed the contract, and the crew showed up at 8:00 a.m. to install the new inverter. Erica, the administrator who handled the estimate, made the paperwork easy, and Jose Lopez, the master electrician, talked him through each step of the installation. The system now runs perfectly — what stuck with him was the rapid response, same-day diagnosis, and a warranty-backed inverter at a price no other company could beat.

3. Jonita P.
Yelp | Apr 17, 2025 |

Jonita P. had been trying to get a warranty replacement inverter since December 2024 after two other technicians couldn't satisfy the inverter manufacturer's testing requirements. She called Sunny Solar Power on April 3, 2025; Erica arranged for Mr. Lopez to come out right away. He communicated directly with the inverter company, sent the requested photos and meter readings, and secured approval for a replacement on April 10. Sunny Solar received the new inverter on April 16 and installed it that same day so her solar array could start producing again immediately. Mr. Lopez also took time to show her how to read the meter so she could track production and usage in real time. After comparing a couple of other quotes, she found Sunny Solar's price to be the best, and what stood out most was the fast, hands‑on response and the technician’s practical walk‑through of the meter—leaving her with a working system, lower cost, and the confidence to monitor it herself.

Platforms Monitored

Yelp
16 Reviews · 2 Locations
4.9/5
Google
7 Reviews · 1 Location
5.0/5
SolarReviews
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Performance by Work Type

SOLAR
SOLAR
Installation, permitting, and grid connection.
5.0/5
SERVICE
SERVICE
Repairs, maintenance, and ongoing system support.
4.9/5
ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL
Panel upgrades and wiring for system readiness.
5.0/5
ROOFING
ROOFING
Repair or replacement, before or after solar installation.
N/A
BATTERY
BATTERY
Energy storage for backup savings and independence.
N/A
COMPLEX PROJECTS
COMPLEX PROJECTS
Multi-trade installations requiring co-ordination.
N/A

How We Got To Trust Score 94

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Background Check

Serving customers for 5 years

Newer than most installers in the market.

BBB Rating: A+

Excellent BBB standing. Strong complaint resolution.

Review Patterns

What You Can Expect

01

1. Srinivas K.
Yelp | Jul 8, 2023 |

Srinivas K. knew Jose Lopez from the Sullivan Solar days, and when Jose—now the company's owner—took the lead on installing solar and an EV charger at his house, he tackled a tricky conduit run across the far side of the home. The team faced the tough constraint of minimizing holes through the structure; they spent almost two days working the route, coordinated solutions on site, and completed the install so the solar and EV systems perform reliably. Srinivas kept Jose's number after the job and calls him for other electrical work — most recently swapping kitchen recessed fixtures from CFL to LED, a follow-up visit that the technician handled very well. The detail that sticks is simple: he still keeps Jose's number for any electrical need.

2. Marco M.
Yelp | Dec 1, 2025 |

Marco M. hired Sunny Solar to install panels while his roof was being replaced. The crew coordinated the re-roofing, carefully relocated the modules and rewired the array to match his particular setup, all while keeping the job on schedule. About a month after activation the system has been working well. He appreciated that Joe and Erica accommodated his timeline requests, and he plans to call them back when he adds more panels — the thing that stood out was their willingness to handle the roofing, panel relocation, and custom wiring as one coordinated project.

3. Marlon R.
Yelp | Aug 20, 2025 |

Marlon bought a home in 2022 that already had a paid-off solar array installed around 2015. In the peak of summer 2025 — with the air conditioning running nonstop — he discovered the inverter had stopped producing power and displayed an error code. He tried contacting the original installer, Calafata Construction & Electric, but got no response and suspected they were no longer operating. After searching Yelp, Erica from Sunny Solar Power reached out immediately and arranged a same-day visit. Owner Jose came out, inspected the system and uncovered multiple problems: a faulty inverter, compromised MC connectors, and sloppy cable management with loose wiring rubbing on the roof. Jose contacted SMA and confirmed the inverter was still covered by the original manufacturer warranty, which was due to expire on 8/23/25, so he submitted an RMA right away — a move that ultimately saved Marlon more than $4,000. The RMA was approved, a replacement inverter arrived quickly, and Erica supplied the paperwork to purchase an extended SMA warranty; Marlon chose the full 10-year option. Throughout the process Jose and his crew acted as licensed, reliable technicians who kept him informed at every 단계

02

1. Brian M.
Yelp | Jul 9, 2025 |

Brian's solar inverter failed on a Saturday, so he posted requests for quotes on Sunday through Yelp. Erica from Sunny Solar answered right away, but he waited for other bids and ultimately chose Sunny Solar Power on Monday afternoon. Ramon showed up early Tuesday to evaluate the system, and Joe, the owner, had a new inverter installed and configured before lunch on Wednesday. He appreciated their speed and the owner’s hands-on involvement — the system was back online within days, with Joe finishing the replacement personally before noon.

2. Bethany H.
Yelp | Jun 30, 2025 |

Bethany scheduled a maintenance visit for her rooftop solar panel system and found the whole process unusually smooth from the start. She discovered Erica was highly responsive and flexible when fitting the appointment into her calendar. On the service day, Joe arrived right on time, had the exact part needed on hand, and completed the repair quickly and efficiently — courteous and clearly very knowledgeable the whole time. She walked away relieved to have a dependable company for ongoing solar maintenance; the standout detail was that the technician showed up prepared and wrapped the job in a single visit.

3. Jonita P.
Yelp | Apr 17, 2025 |

Jonita P. had been trying to get a warranty replacement inverter since December 2024 after two other technicians couldn't satisfy the inverter manufacturer's testing requirements. She called Sunny Solar Power on April 3, 2025; Erica arranged for Mr. Lopez to come out right away. He communicated directly with the inverter company, sent the requested photos and meter readings, and secured approval for a replacement on April 10. Sunny Solar received the new inverter on April 16 and installed it that same day so her solar array could start producing again immediately. Mr. Lopez also took time to show her how to read the meter so she could track production and usage in real time. After comparing a couple of other quotes, she found Sunny Solar's price to be the best, and what stood out most was the fast, hands‑on response and the technician’s practical walk‑through of the meter—leaving her with a working system, lower cost, and the confidence to monitor it herself.

03

1. Julie Leverson
Google | Jun 21, 2024 |

Julie ran into a solar power problem a couple of years ago, and Joe stepped in to fix it. She ended up with the issue resolved and a lasting impression of his professionalism.

2. Norman G.
Yelp | Apr 10, 2025 |

Norman G. discovered his 24-panel rack in the backyard had gone offline and called five solar companies — only one answered within an hour. He walked them through the problem; they arrived the same day, disassembled the inverter and confirmed that after 12 years it had failed. They quoted a high-quality replacement with labor and a 10-year warranty, left him to shop around, and he phoned multiple competitors only to find none could match that price. He called them back the next day, signed the contract, and the crew showed up at 8:00 a.m. to install the new inverter. Erica, the administrator who handled the estimate, made the paperwork easy, and Jose Lopez, the master electrician, talked him through each step of the installation. The system now runs perfectly — what stuck with him was the rapid response, same-day diagnosis, and a warranty-backed inverter at a price no other company could beat.

3. Kristi Jensen
Google | Jun 6, 2024 |

Kristi Jensen looks forward to projects in Joe and Erica’s territory because their jobs routinely exceed expectations and come in under the projected cost. She manages residential, commercial, and municipal work and deals with many installation teams, so she judges installers by experience — and Joe and Erica rose to the top as her favorites. She found them knowledgeable, kind, and guided by integrity; they show up proactive, starting work in planning stages and effectively working on her behalf before contracts are signed. Most importantly, she trusts their honesty. The detail that sticks with her: when a call comes from their area, she already knows the installation will be well run and cost less than anticipated.

Long-term Satisfaction

Recent customers rate Sunny Solar Power 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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