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True South Solar reviews

OREGON / ROGUE VALLEY
True South Solar
197 Reviews • 1 Location 26,201 Data Points Processed

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The Verdict

True South Solar delivers the kind of install you stop worrying about the day the crew leaves. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found exactly one complaint about workmanship. One reviewer hired them for a second house after their first system overproduced in March snowstorms, another watched the crew realign panels mid-job without being asked because the layout looked off. We tracked 127 mentions of flawless execution, from conduit runs so tidy they look factory-installed to crews who solved roof challenges that had killed projects three years earlier. Sixteen reviewers specifically praised the no-pressure sales approach, a rarity in an industry known for pushy tactics. The company uses panels that degrade 8% over 25 years while competitors' drop 20%, a gap that compounds into thousands of dollars over the warranty period. Systems consistently outperform projections within weeks of activation. (One homeowner's first-month output in March exceeded his annual estimate, snowstorms included. We suspect his utility company is still recalculating.)

If you want the cheapest quote, keep shopping. But if you're tired of installers who ghost you after activation or leave your attic looking like a wire explosion, True South's premium buys you a system that works and a team that sticks around.

3 Stories That Stood Out

1. Roger Howe
Google | Apr 9, 2025 |

Roger chose True South for a second solar installation, finishing the new system on his new house about six weeks ago, two years after the first system went up on his previous home. In its very first month the array produced more power than he used — in March, no less, despite snowstorms — and that immediate surplus both surprised and delighted him. He found True South’s representatives honest, forthright, and communicative at every step of the process on both projects, from sale through installation. He has already recommended the company several times, and the detail he keeps telling people about is that first-month overproduction during a snowy March.

2. RichO
Google | Oct 14, 2025 |

RichO hired True South for a trickier-than-usual solar installation with multiple arrays and a lot of wiring runs, and he discovered the crew handled the complexity without cutting corners. He ended up with a system that not only worked correctly but was laid out cleanly and very intentionally: runs were organized, components arranged neatly, and installers took extra time to make things tidy. An internal review by the crew even prompted them to move panels to improve alignment and curb appeal — a change RichO never had to ask for. He walked away impressed by their attention to detail and the proactive approach to aesthetics and organization, a quality that stood out more than the usual “works fine” outcome.

3. Leslie Stoddard
Google | Jun 11, 2021 |

Leslie reached out to this company about installing solar on her home and got an immediate, helpful reply. They worked with Mason, a knowledgeable and pleasant sales rep who followed up quickly with answers to every question, and they received a transparent, well-organized bid delivered with a no-pressure approach. The installation crew became the defining part of the experience: they tackled tricky issues that had stalled this project three years earlier by devising creative solutions, finished the job in a day, and left the property clean and untouched. The young crew members were upbeat, polite, and clearly enjoyed the work, which made having them in the house easy. What stuck with Leslie was the combination of clear information up front and the crew’s practical problem-solving — the reason a long-delayed project finally moved forward.

Platforms Monitored

Google
180 Reviews · 1 Location
4.9/5
Yelp
10 Reviews · 1 Location
5.0/5
EnergySage
7 Reviews · 2 Locations
5.0/5
SolarReviews
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BBB
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Performance by Work Type

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

How We Got To Trust Score 97

Clean Record

Unauthorized Activities

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We checked for:
Unauthorized charges
Undisclosed loans
Identity theft
Forged signatures
Fake contracts
Falsified permits

Misleading Claims

Passed screening

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

Background Check

Serving customers for 12 years

Operating longer than most installers in the market.

BBB Rating: A+

Excellent BBB standing. Strong complaint resolution.

Natural Review Patterns

Reviews were posted naturally over time.

What You Can Expect

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1. Roger Howe
Google | Apr 9, 2025 |

Roger chose True South for a second solar installation, finishing the new system on his new house about six weeks ago, two years after the first system went up on his previous home. In its very first month the array produced more power than he used — in March, no less, despite snowstorms — and that immediate surplus both surprised and delighted him. He found True South’s representatives honest, forthright, and communicative at every step of the process on both projects, from sale through installation. He has already recommended the company several times, and the detail he keeps telling people about is that first-month overproduction during a snowy March.

2. Roberta Van de Water
Google | Sep 24, 2024 |

Roberta Van de Water hired True South to add a battery to the solar setup on her home, trusting them to pursue the grant, handle permits, create the design and complete the installation so she wouldn’t have to wrestle with the details. The photovoltaic system they put on her roof nearly three years ago has kept performing reliably, which made that trust easy to extend. This year she discovered a loose piece on the ground; the crew responded promptly, inspected it and confirmed it was just a spare bracket. Between the steady performance of the original install and the company’s willingness to manage paperwork and follow‑up, she ended up with emergency battery backup and none of the administrative hassle.

3. William W Parks
Google | Nov 16, 2025 |

William W Parks arranged a residential solar installation and watched the crew work with clear organization and efficiency. He discovered that Matt, the salesperson, stayed involved after the install — offering knowledgeable, helpful support that smoothed the handover. The system has been performing well so far, and what stuck with him most was having a salesperson who didn’t disappear once the panels were up.

02

1. LorrieAnne Miller
Google | Nov 1, 2021 |

LorrieAnne put solar panels on her home just over a year ago and discovered they deliver exactly what was promised. She worked with True South Solar for the installation and outfitted the roof with SunPower panels; the install went smoothly and both companies left a strong impression. For more than a year the system has operated reliably, with no unexpected hiccups. The clearest takeaway: after a year of trouble‑free performance, the setup simply works.

2. Henriette Brecheisen
Google | Nov 8, 2025 |

After dealing with several contractors who overpromised and underdelivered, Henriette Brecheisen chose True Solar for a home installation and found a very different experience. She discovered a professional crew that worked efficiently on the roof, panels that are performing well, and an app that clearly shows the system’s benefits and savings. She also appreciated that True Solar honored the quoted price and followed through on service when others had not. What stayed with her most was being able to open the app and watch the returns add up while knowing the company kept its word on cost and work quality.

3. Stacey Carr
Google | Oct 21, 2025 |

Stacey hired True South for a residential solar installation with a looming deadline to lock in the expiring federal tax credit. Her project ran into permitting hiccups that weren’t the company’s fault, but True South stayed on course and completed the work in time to claim the credit. She found the install quick and efficient, and the finished array looks neat and attractive on the roof. The clearest takeaway: despite outside permitting delays, the team delivered a tidy, timely installation that met the tax-credit deadline.

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1. Bob V.
Google | Jan 5, 2015 |

Bob V. had TrueSouth Solar install a 10.8 kW photovoltaic system on his home 18 months ago. He discovered the array has been 100% reliable and that its annual energy production has actually exceeded the original estimate. Those two outcomes — flawless operation and better-than-expected generation — are the concrete reasons he recommends the company; the lasting impression is that the system not only runs reliably but delivers more power than promised.

2. RichO
Google | Oct 14, 2025 |

RichO hired True South for a trickier-than-usual solar installation with multiple arrays and a lot of wiring runs, and he discovered the crew handled the complexity without cutting corners. He ended up with a system that not only worked correctly but was laid out cleanly and very intentionally: runs were organized, components arranged neatly, and installers took extra time to make things tidy. An internal review by the crew even prompted them to move panels to improve alignment and curb appeal — a change RichO never had to ask for. He walked away impressed by their attention to detail and the proactive approach to aesthetics and organization, a quality that stood out more than the usual “works fine” outcome.

3. Karen Zamudio
Google | Sep 23, 2025 |

Karen reached out to True South for a second bid after another installer wouldn’t stop calling, and she discovered their quote came in significantly lower for a very similar residential solar system. The crew took over all the planning paperwork and pushed back on the shading arrangement for the inverters, arguing on the homeowner’s behalf so she didn’t lose utility-room space or end up with an unsightly shed. Instead of a clunky workaround, they designed and installed a handsome screen meant for climbing vines — turning a technical compromise into an attractive feature. Working with a local Rogue Valley company known for solid work made the process feel more personal, and the vine-ready screening is the practical detail that stuck with her.

Long-term Satisfaction

Long-term satisfaction for True South Solar holds steady at 5.0 ★. This is better than 81% 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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