Best Solar Installers

Greater Los Angeles

Solar Harmonics

Solar Harmonics will respond to your 31st email with the same patience they brought to your first. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and couldn't find a single complaint about follow-through, a pattern so consistent it borders on unbelievable until you see the specifics. Owner Jamie Duran once emailed a customer to report their inverter had failed before the customer even knew, then scheduled a replacement crew the same day. Another homeowner watched their August bill drop from $454 to $72 after installation. What sets this company apart is twofold: Jamie walks customers through system sizing without upselling (47 reviewers noted he helped them buy the right system, not the biggest one), and his crew treats aesthetics like it matters, routing conduit across an entire roof to avoid visible runs or painting it to match multi-tone siding. The company also takes on rescue work other installers won't touch, replacing failed components from long-dead competitors when no one else will return a call.

Imperial Solar

We analyzed hundreds of Imperial Solar reviews and found a company that does one thing exceptionally well: they make a complex, expensive project feel uneventful. One homeowner interviewed a half-dozen installers and nearly signed with a competitor before discovering Imperial's poor reviews online, then switched to Imperial and called it "one of the best interactions I've had with any installation or work done on our house." Another compared Costco's outsourced solar quote and found it twice the price for the identical system. We noticed 181 mentions of value and 178 of workmanship, both with zero negative comments. The pattern that stood out most: Imperial consistently beat competitors on price while delivering faster timelines. In 39 reviews mentioning efficiency, customers reported one-day installations and two-month permit-to-activation cycles when they'd braced for half a year. The second defining trait is communication during permit delays and utility red tape. We found 109 positive mentions of post-sale support, and reviewers specifically praised the team for handling all city paperwork, responding to 30+ emails without pressure, and even troubleshooting a SolarEdge app glitch the same day a customer called.

Green Integrations and Management

Green Integrations and Management uses only its own installers. After 222 mentions of workmanship without a single complaint, that no-subcontractor policy clearly pays off. We found families who had zero electric bills for a year, one homeowner who got city permits issued faster than the city promised because the crew kept calling, and another whose panels kept producing through two blackouts with a Neovolta battery backup. The company installs US-made Solaria panels and Enphase microinverters as standard equipment, not upsells. 172 reviews praised the value, and we couldn't find a pattern of nickel-and-diming. On the roofing side, 29 reviews described fast roof replacements with eco-friendly materials, and 19 homeowners reported leak repairs completed in days, not weeks. One buyer discovered a leaking roof right after closing and had it fixed before the next storm. (Welcome to homeownership.) The one quirk: reaching project managers by text works better than email, according to multiple reviews.

HPM Solar

HPM Solar is the contractor you call when you want an installer who'll come back three years later during a windstorm emergency. We analyzed reviews spanning repeat customers, multi-year warranty calls, and side-by-side competitive bids, and one pattern stood out: this team doesn't vanish after activation. When one Pasadena homeowner heard roof thumping during the January 2025 windstorm and feared loose panels, HPM sent a technician within a week who not only fixed the mounting but reset loose tiles and flagged a broader roof issue. Another customer reported output falling short of the first-year guarantee, so the owner reviewed the data over video, added two panels at no charge, and offered a third if needed. The installs themselves earn praise for specific decisions most competitors skip: stopping mid-job to redo cable management from scratch, routing conduit through a crawl space to reduce visible runs, painting metal electrical pipes to match house trim. Seventy-one reviews mention post-sale support with zero complaints, and 89 cite workmanship quality without a single negative comment. If you want the absolute lowest quote, you'll likely find it elsewhere. But if you value a local team that treats a three-year-old install like a current project and gets the electrical work right the first time at inspection, the modest premium pays off.

OneSun

OneSun earned our strongest recommendation after we analyzed nearly a hundred reviews. We found zero complaints about workmanship, zero complaints about sales conduct, and zero complaints about follow-up support. One homeowner met with Rose after backing out of a 25-year SunRun lease trap, relieved to finally talk to someone who spoke plainly about costs instead of burying everything in financing jargon. Another watched the crew color-match exterior paint to hide new conduit runs without being asked. The communication pattern stands out most: 68 reviews praised project management, and Rose personally handled permit wrangling with LADWP so customers didn't spend weeks wondering when the city would show up. She answered the same questions dozens of times without losing patience, walked customers through system monitoring apps after installation, and even flew a drone to photograph finished roof work. The process moved fast once permits cleared (most installations finished in one or two days), and several homeowners reported negative electric bills within nine months. If you've talked to pushy solar reps who couldn't explain why one inverter costs more than another, Rose will feel like an old friend who actually knows the answer.

Sky Solar Pro

Sky Solar Pro handles solar the way you'd hope everyone would: professionally, on schedule, and without drama. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company that solves problems instead of creating them. One homeowner had a giant pine tree blocking optimal sun angles, a challenge other installers couldn't navigate. Sky Solar's CEO, Zaven, visited the property multiple times to reposition panels until they hit the quoted kilowatt output, then followed up after heavy rain to confirm zero leaks. We counted 24 reviewers who specifically praised the workmanship, and not one mentioned a callback for shoddy install work. The team takes care of permits, rebates, and payment plan paperwork without you needing to chase anyone down. Sixteen reviews highlighted transparent sales conduct, no pushy upsells, just clear guidance on what your roof can actually support. If you've gotten quotes from three companies and they all sound identical, Sky Solar's distinguishing trait is accountability after the contract is signed. (One reviewer noted they require no deposit upfront, which either signals unusual confidence in their process or a fondness for living dangerously.)

Tiger Stripe Solar

Tiger Stripe Solar earned every one of its perfect scores across workmanship, project management, and post-sale support. We found zero negative comments about the installation work, and 22 reviewers singled out the quality of the finished system. One homeowner went from quote to running panels in two weeks, banking energy within the month instead of bracing for summer Edison bills. Another tracked a 16% jump in power output after Frank cleaned two years of grime off 27 panels, then calculated the work would pay for itself in under five months. What stands out is Frank's willingness to walk every property and explain the plan in plain terms before quoting, whether you're installing a new system or maintaining an existing one. He uses deionized water to scrub away hard-water stains without streaking, a detail that matters when your windows haven't been touched since pre-Covid. Thirteen reviewers called out his follow-through after the job was done, and we noticed he texts progress photos if you're not home during the work. If you want someone who'll spend four hours getting it right instead of rushing to the next appointment, the price difference is negligible.

Cervus Solar & Construction

We found a contractor who'll chase down your original installer over billing disputes and fix it in two weeks. That's not a hypothetical. One reviewer hired Cervus after her first contractor went bankrupt mid-project, leaving her solar system installed but non-functional for months while the utility refused to cooperate. Peter at Cervus resolved the entire mess within weeks and got her system running. We analyzed dozens of reviews and couldn't find a single complaint about project management, workmanship, or follow-through. Two patterns stood out. First, 36 reviewers specifically praised the sales process as transparent and pressure-free, with clear explanations that made sense after confusing pitches from other companies. Second, communication doesn't stop at installation. Reviewers mention Peter answering questions months later while waiting on utility approvals, walking them through confusing permitting delays, and staying available long after the final invoice. The install crews work fast (one reviewer noted completion within a week of permit approval), clean up thoroughly, and apparently wore masks during COVID without being asked.

NeoSun

NeoSun stands out for doing the kind of follow-up most installers skip. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about post-install support. One homeowner's 15-year-old system went offline, and even though NeoSun hadn't installed it, their team spent hours on the phone with the original manufacturer to bring it back online at no charge. Another had the utility install the wrong meter (not NeoSun's mistake), and the company refunded three months of electric bills while sorting it out. Forty-three reviewers singled out pricing as exceptional value, but what really separates this installer is the single point of contact model. You get one person who handles permits, inspections, and all the utility paperwork instead of being handed off to a call center. Eighteen reviewers compared quotes from five or six competitors before choosing NeoSun, most citing transparency over price. The install crews paint conduit runs to match your house exterior, which sounds trivial until you realize how many installers don't. (One reviewer mentioned aesthetics matter, and apparently NeoSun agrees.)

SunTech Energy

SunTech Energy delivers what matters most: clear answers, competitive pricing, and installations that actually work. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a striking pattern. 47 reviewers called out their value compared to other quotes, and 40 praised the installation work itself, with zero complaints about either. One homeowner shopping around got eight estimates from five-star companies and still chose SunTech because they were

Moonlight Electric Services

Moonlight Electric Services runs circles around the national chains. We analyzed dozens of reviews and couldn't find a single complaint about the work itself. Sammy and Ziva do the sales calls, design the system, and install it on your roof themselves, which means you never get handed off to a subcontractor who wasn't part of the original conversation. One homeowner switched from Sunrun after discovering Moonlight quoted better equipment (American-made panels with individual optimizers) for 10% less, then watched his DWP bill drop from $500 bimonthly to the minimum connection fee. When the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power told another customer he'd need a new utility pole before his system could go live (a process that typically drags on for five to six months), Sammy got it installed in three weeks. The owners talked multiple clients out of adding batteries they didn't need, turning down easy upsells to keep the project honest. They'll even chase down roof leaks mid-install and connect you with a roofer who bids at half the market rate, then coordinate the repair so the solar work doesn't stall. If your sixteen-year-old inverter dies, they'll track down a compatible replacement part and install it themselves instead of pushing you toward a costly full system overhaul.

Solar G

Solar G will take on the job other installers turn down. We found multiple cases where homeowners had been rejected by two or three companies before Solar G agreed to install panels on steep roofs, turrets, or complex structures that made competitors nervous. One reviewer spent three years waiting on Tesla solar tiles, cycled through two cancellations, then watched other installers back out after seeing the roof's pitch and round turrets. Solar G's crew worked through 100-degree heat for five weeks and figured out how to make the turrets match the rest of the house. Another homeowner tried seven solar companies, called the national chains a total disappointment, then had Solar G complete a full roof replacement plus solar installation in six weeks. That pattern showed up in 23 reviews praising project management: crews arrived on time, passed inspections within a week, and navigated tricky permitting without delays. The installs themselves earned 38 mentions of workmanship quality, with zero complaints about panel placement or wiring.

Royal Construction

We analyzed dozens of reviews for Royal Construction and found one of the cleanest track records we've seen for a solar and general contractor. In one review, a homeowner watched the company install a new roof and solar panels after their original roof reached the end of its life, then noted zero leaks through multiple rainy seasons. In another, a customer admitted they thought the initial pitch was too good to be true, then closed the review by confirming the company delivered on every promise. We noticed 38 reviewers specifically praised the quality of the physical work, with only one lukewarm comment about inconsistent crew members on a roofing job (the project manager sent someone back to fix it). Two patterns stood out. First, project managers stay involved after the sale. We found 11 mentions of post-installation support with zero complaints, and reviews consistently name individuals like Limor, Jennifer, and Yotam who responded within hours when issues came up. Second, the company handles scope changes mid-project without drama. One backyard renovation added new work partway through, the team adjusted the timeline, and the job still finished on schedule.

All in 1 Energy Pros

All in 1 Energy Pros nails what most solar installers fumble: the stuff that happens before and after your panels go up. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero complaints about dropped calls, missed deadlines, or bait-and-switch pricing. One homeowner's solar system stopped working years after installation, and project coordinator Sophia didn't just troubleshoot—she liaised with the inverter manufacturer, secured a warranty replacement, and coordinated delivery in record time. That follow-through shows up everywhere in the data. Reviews mention Sophia by name 42 times for communication that's both fast and substantive (she answered technical questions outside business hours and filed permit requests two weeks early to avoid utility delays). The crews match her standard: 28 reviews describe complex jobs—roof replacements with solar reinstalls, 1950s homes needing plywood sheathing, simultaneous remodels—completed in 3-7 days with no surprise costs. One couple's 2,000-square-foot home and detached garage went from tearoff to final inspection in under a week, and the solar crew installed panels, passed permits, and hit production the next day.

Best Solar 4 Less

Best Solar 4 Less delivers what you'd hope for from a small installer: an owner who answers his own phone and a crew that shows up when promised. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, missed appointments, or upsold features. One homeowner with a roof leak needed matching clay tiles and watched Victor hunt down the exact color, install them at cost, then return unprompted the day after final payment to paint discolored tiles for free. Reviews show 21 mentions of careful installation work, 24 references to reliable project timelines, and 16 accounts of post-install support that didn't stop once the system turned on. Victor walks first-time solar buyers through utility bills and permitting timelines, and his crew cleans up the roof before they leave. One reviewer needed Enphase inverter troubleshooting months after install and got same-week service with no runaround. The pricing sits below competitors without shortcuts (one customer compared three quotes and Best Solar came in lowest while offering the fastest start date).

1st Choice Energy Builders

We found a roofing contractor who actually fixes problems other companies can't. One commercial property owner cycled through multiple roofers over several years, all failing to stop recurring leaks, until 1st Choice Energy Builders solved it permanently. Another homeowner saw visual documentation before and after the work, a rare touch that shows the team isn't just competent but committed to transparency. Across dozens of reviews, we noticed two patterns that matter most: zero complaints about workmanship (21 reviewers specifically praised their roof quality), and a spotless record on responsiveness (17 mentions, not one negative). The crew finishes on schedule, cleans thoroughly, and owner Maor answers calls and texts the same day. You'll pay competitive rates, not premium prices, for this level of care. One reviewer found them on Facebook and closed the deal after a single inspection. If you want a roofer who treats a commercial property leak like a personal challenge rather than a billable nuisance, this is the team.

California Solar & Electric

California Solar & Electric runs one of the tightest operations we've tracked in Greater Los Angeles. One customer spent months vetting two dozen installers and chose CS&E not because they quoted the lowest price, but because they refused to play pricing games or upsell unnecessary equipment. We found 98 reviews praising workmanship quality, and zero complaints about shoddy installation. The crew showed up with their own ladders, finished a main panel upgrade and full solar install in one day, then returned the next day to patch stucco and replace broken tiles. When one homeowner's ancient wiring caused a circuit issue weeks after install, the team didn't blame the house. They ran an entirely new circuit at no extra charge. (If your electrical panel predates the Clinton administration, expect this level of follow-through to matter.) The owner answers sales calls himself, walks you through equipment trade-offs without pressure, then stays reachable after PTO. 76 reviewers singled out post-installation support, and we couldn't find a single case where a callback went unanswered.

First American Solar

First American Solar gets installations right without the usual solar-company runaround. We found 72 reviews praising their sales team for transparency, zero for criticizing them. One homeowner walked away with a smaller system and a $2,000 refund after the crew confirmed he didn't need the panel upgrade competitors were selling him. Another had her contract modified mid-project without penalty when her needs changed. The post-install support holds up years later. A customer five years out had panels stop working, texted owner Tony, and got same-day scheduling plus follow-up visits until the issue was resolved. We couldn't find a single complaint about unresponsive service after the sale. Reviews show permitting and inspections wrapped in 60 days even over the holidays, installations passed city inspections on the first attempt, and one neurotic self-described "particular person" admitted she peppered Tony with hundreds of questions and never once got a hint of exasperation. If you want an installer who'll tell you when you don't need an upsell, the premium over a big national outfit is worth it.

Enerbg

Enerbg rescues abandoned solar customers. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found the same story again and again: homeowners stranded by their original installer called Victor, and he showed up within days to fix systems that other companies wouldn't touch. One customer with a 12-year-old array couldn't find anyone willing to replace a single failed component until Enerbg quoted the job, arrived on schedule, and finished it in under an hour. The company's bread and butter is fixing what others won't, often on the same day you call. Seventeen reviewers reported measurable jumps in production after panel cleanings, with one seeing output climb 25 percent by mid-afternoon. We noticed a pattern across 87 mentions of post-installation support: Victor doesn't upsell. He'll bring extra cleaning materials, assess whether you actually need them, then bill only for what improved the system. (One customer requested an add-on service, watched the panels dry, and Victor waved it off because the original clean was enough.) If your installer ghosted you and your inverter died, this is the team that answers the phone.

California Home Solar

California Home Solar will finish the job even if your original installer goes bankrupt. We found proof across nearly a hundred reviews: one customer sat with idle panels for three years after their first company folded, then called California Home Solar and had the system up and running within weeks. Workmanship earned mentions in 51 reviews with only one complaint, and we couldn't find a single negative comment about sales conduct or post-installation support. Two patterns stand out. First, 22 reviews describe bundled roof-and-solar projects where the crew coordinated permits, utility paperwork, and electrical panel upgrades without the homeowner chasing anyone. One reviewer got a 225-amp panel installed (instead of the cheaper rerate most installers push) so they could add heat pumps and induction cooktops later without redoing the panel. Second, project manager Yaniv shows up on-site during installations and answers calls years after the sale. In one case he custom-fit panels a homeowner already owned into the design rather than turning down the job.

DLS Development

DLS Development will show up on time and finish your roof in days, not weeks. One homeowner left town during installation and still felt confident because the project manager sent progress photos and answered every text. We found 131 mentions of reliable project management and 122 praising workmanship quality. Two patterns stood out. First, the crews protect your property like it's their own. In one story, workers carefully avoided damaging yard items and a garage during a four-day re-roof, then cleared every shingle fragment before leaving. Second, follow-up support doesn't disappear after the check clears. When a homeowner noticed a rain gutter issue 16 months after installation (caused by someone else), Daniel had a crew at the house almost immediately to fix it without charging a dime. The pricing sits in the middle of the pack, competitive but not rock-bottom, and 74 reviews specifically called out the value proposition.

Solar Price Discovery

Solar Price Discovery earned a perfect workmanship record across hundreds of installs. We analyzed customer feedback and found no complaints about panel quality or roof work, while 113 homeowners singled out the crew's craftsmanship. One customer hired them to rescue a botched install left by a defunct contractor—they rewired the inverter and debugged the utility connection in under a week. Another watched the team replace a failed inverter the same day Lisa scheduled the service call, even staying on the phone with the manufacturer to confirm warranty coverage. The company handles permitting, utility hookups, and rebate paperwork without charging extra coordination fees, and 149 reviews praised how smoothly projects stayed on schedule. When an inverter went dark after six years, the tech diagnosed a firmware bug, flashed the update in the rain, and walked the homeowner through the monitoring app before he left. (One reviewer admitted he almost hired a door-to-door rep before discovering this crew—a reminder that the loudest pitch rarely builds the best system.) Post-install support earned a gold award in the South Bay region, anchored by 138 mentions of follow-through that outlasted the warranty period.

Solar Earth Choice

Solar Earth Choice runs the kind of installation where the project manager shows up every single day, not because there's a problem, but because that's how they operate. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship and only one about post-installation support. That track record held across permit coordination, HOA approvals, utility paperwork, and roof work. One reviewer watched their system decline in output before noticing it themselves. Sophia from Solar Earth Choice called first, scheduled a tech, and restored normal production at no charge. Another homeowner got Permission to Operate from Edison in two days after final inspection, a process that typically drags on for weeks. The company's distinguishing strength is end-to-end ownership. They don't just install panels. They chase down rebates, file permit paperwork, coordinate electricians and roofers, and monitor your system's output long after the crew leaves. Sixteen reviewers singled out the installation team by name for being tidy, fast, and willing to let curious homeowners climb onto the roof to see the work. The only quirk worth noting is that this is a small family operation, so if you need a faceless corporate service desk, look elsewhere.

365 Solar

365 Solar doesn't ghost you after the quote, and that alone sets them apart. One homeowner contacted four installers and watched three disappear after requesting power bills or asking follow-up questions, while Troy from 365 Solar replied professionally the same day and stayed responsive through a 10-month permitting ordeal. We found 43 reviews mentioning workmanship quality without a single negative comment, and 52 people specifically praised follow-up support. The company consistently does small things competitors skip: matching paint colors on roof conduit, cordoning off work areas with safety tape, responding to emails late at night to accommodate daytime schedules. One project took just 10 weeks from contract signing to live power despite city permit delays, with the homeowner describing zero stress. If you hate chasing contractors for updates or want an installer who won't vanish when paperwork gets tedious, the consistent communication here is worth the premium over bargain-bin quotes.

Amerigreen Solar

Amerigreen Solar nailed the handoff that most contractors botch. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found the same pattern again and again: Guy walks you through the proposal without any sales pressure, then Rose takes over as project manager and actually answers her phone when issues pop up. One buyer with a flat roof and a 15-year leak got 34 panels installed, two mid-project problems resolved on the fly, and a roof that stayed dry through the next storm, all because Rose adjusted the schedule and kept him informed at every step. Another homeowner went from signed contract to live system in seven days, county inspection included, after hearing horror stories about multi-month delays elsewhere. We found 30 mentions of seamless project management and 16 of post-sale support that didn't vanish after the deposit cleared. Eighteen reviews praised the value, 20 called out flawless workmanship, and we couldn't locate a single complaint about crew quality or follow-through. The only negative in the dataset was one sales-process gripe among 31 otherwise glowing comments. If you need a custom panel layout to dodge plumbing vents or want a company that'll pick up the phone when the permit paperwork stalls, Amerigreen delivers that rare thing in home improvement: exactly what they promised during the sales pitch.

Solar Wholesale Group

Solar Wholesale Group erased one homeowner's $260 summer electric bills for just $50 total in two years. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found the same pattern in nearly every one: systems deliver exactly the savings promised, installations finish fast, and the owner stays in close contact from quote to final inspection. One retired educator interviewed five installers over five years before choosing this Long Beach company, noting that owner Alan Brawer's pitch boiled down to

SunCraftsmen Solar

SunCraftsmen Solar delivers precise installations and long-term support that outlasts bigger competitors. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found two patterns that set this company apart. First, their owner John personally handles troubleshooting years after install, sometimes arriving within 24 hours when a system goes down. One homeowner called about a power outage three years post-install, unsure if it was solar-related. John drove to the house within an hour to check the wiring himself. (Most installers would route that call to a contractor queue.) Second, their crew completes full installations in under a week while navigating permit delays, HOA approvals, and utility paperwork without customer hand-holding. Forty-five reviews mention workmanship quality with zero complaints, and 33 reviewers specifically praised follow-up support. The only friction we found appeared in three reviews citing minor project-timeline adjustments, worth mentioning but never framed as dealbreakers.

Metric Solar

Metric Solar delivered exactly what they promised, which several reviewers called rare to find these days. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found 21 specific mentions of value, zero complaints about pricing surprises, and consistent praise for transparent upfront quotes. One homeowner's electric bill dropped from $326 to $11 after installation. Another saw their rehab center's energy costs plummet after installing 40 American-made panels with 25-year warranties on each building. What sets this family-owned company apart is their approach to sales. Instead of commission-driven closers, they send installers who explain the science behind solar and make sure the system size actually makes sense for your usage before proceeding. We found 16 reviews praising workmanship quality and not a single mention of leaks, damage, or sloppy layouts. One reviewer was so worried their roof would look like someone played Tetris poorly that they met with the installer multiple times before committing. The final array was clean enough to earn a 10+/10 rating.

Anca Solar

Anca Solar will fix problems they didn't cause and refuse to charge you for it. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a pattern we've never seen at this scale: dozens of customers describe calling with failing systems installed by other companies, expecting a quote, and instead receiving free troubleshooting, warranty coordination, even multi-month project management with zero invoices. In one case, the owner spent over a month dealing with SolarEdge on a customer's behalf, set up monitoring at no charge, and referred out work he wasn't equipped for rather than improvise a bad solution. In another, he diagnosed a four-year-dead system over the phone while visiting his grandkids, then brought it back online and saved the homeowner from an $800 summer bill. The pattern holds across new installs too: 46 reviews specifically mention workmanship quality, and we found repeated stories of customers who compared six quotes, expected to hire a national brand, then chose Anca because Carlos priced partial roof replacements at a fraction of competitors' all-or-nothing bids. If you want someone who'll treat an orphaned system like their own mother's house, the lack of flashy marketing is a feature, not a bug.

HomeLink: Home Solar and Real Estate

HomeLink will stay with you for years after install, and they mean it. We found dozens of stories of customers calling back three, four, even six years later with a billing question or a broken part, and HomeLink just handled it. One reviewer's monitoring modem became obsolete six years after install, and the company sent a tech out to replace it for free. Another had their original installer go out of business mid-warranty, so HomeLink inherited the system and fixed a failed gateway over the holidays without hesitation. This isn't theoretical aftercare buried in a contract. It's built into how they run the business. The sales process is equally low-pressure. Staff like Mandy, Tyler, and Mike answer the phone themselves, explain financing without steering you toward a lease (which the company openly calls a scam), and stay in touch for months or years without hounding you to sign. Installers complete most jobs in a single day, protect landscaping, and leave no mess. (Yes, we've tried this.)

New Generation Electrical & Solar

New Generation Electrical & Solar delivers fast, reliable work without the usual contractor headaches. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, zero complaints about follow-up support, and zero complaints about project management. One customer came home to a red-hot wire and burn marks on an outlet cover at 7pm, called Marco, and had the emergency fixed within 20 minutes (other companies couldn't come until the next day). That responsiveness shows up everywhere. In 38 reviews mentioning scheduling and communication, every single one praised Marco for showing up exactly when promised, texting updates, and finishing on time. He saved one homeowner thousands on a solar installation by quoting top-tier panels and microinverters at a price that undercut the big-name door-to-door companies. The work was done in days, permits submitted immediately, no upselling. If you want an electrician who'll FaceTime you at night to assess an emergency or patch drywall the morning after running new outlets, this is the crew.

Cali Energy

Cali Energy is the rare contractor who'll rescue your stalled project and finish it faster than you thought possible. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a company that stands out for two reasons: they deliver uncommonly clean installations, and they manage complexity without breaking stride. One homeowner watched 24 panels go up in eleven hours while working through permitting in three weeks total, another hired them after a different installer quoted twice the price over Zoom and vanished. The city inspector who signed off on a 44-panel roof-and-solar weekend install said he hadn't seen such clean work in a long while. We found 64 mentions of workmanship quality with just one complaint, and that complaint was resolved. The same pattern held for project management: 68 positive mentions, one negative. If you have a tile roof, an HOA, or a panel that needs upgrading before solar can even begin, this is the team you want. If you're chasing the absolute lowest quote, you may find one elsewhere, but you'll give up the meticulous communication and the crew who won't break a single tile.

Elephant Energy

Elephant Energy is the rare contractor that handles all the coordination you'd normally juggle yourself. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a pattern: homeowners hired Elephant for one project (often a heat pump water heater), then came back for two or three more upgrades because the company managed everything from permits to rebate paperwork to wrangling subcontractors. One Denver family replaced their gas water heater through Elephant, then immediately signed on for a furnace-to-heat-pump swap the following year because "we saved a substantial amount of time and money" versus the DIY route. Thirteen reviews mention sales guidance that educates rather than pushes, and fourteen point to project management that kept timelines tight even when installations hit snags. We noticed three reviewers specifically praised Elephant for coordinating backup space heaters during the day between furnace removal and heat pump installation, the kind of practical detail most installers ignore. One homeowner saw a 30% drop in summer electricity usage after switching to a heat pump system Elephant designed for a tricky narrow-lot duplex. If you want an installer who'll stick around to fix an issue that crops up post-install and then guide you through your next electrification upgrade, Elephant treats the relationship like a multi-year partnership.

Clean Energy Solar Direct

Omar Segura at Clean Energy Solar Direct made first-time solar buyers feel comfortable. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, timeline delays, or post-installation support. One nervous homeowner had panels running in record time and saw her first bill drop dramatically. Another watched his brother's bills fall for a year before committing, then got the same patient walkthrough. What stood out most: 22 reviewers praised Omar's sales approach without a single mention of pressure tactics or misleading promises. He answered late-night texts, explained savings without jargon, and stayed involved through every inspection. Six reviews specifically called out his availability during installation phases (a detail most solar advisors skip once the contract is signed). The pricing came up as competitive, the timelines as fast, and the follow-through as bulletproof.

Next Step Solar

Next Step Solar earned recommendations from every customer we reviewed. We found a contractor whose founder, Luis Jimenez, walks every client through the decision process with patience and candor, a rarity in an industry notorious for high-pressure sales. One homeowner who met with multiple solar companies over several years didn't commit until Luis explained the system in plain language and delivered exactly what he promised. Another customer praised the transparency: no false pretenses, no pressure, no comparison shopping needed. The pattern we saw most often was Luis staying involved from consultation through final approval, answering questions at each milestone rather than handing off after the contract is signed. Installations wrapped in one day, and city inspections followed within a week. Eight reviewers specifically mentioned competitive pricing, with one noting they got an extra panel thrown in at the lowest quote they could find. If you want someone who'll explain solar like a neighbor instead of a salesman and then follow through on every detail, Next Step Solar consistently delivers that experience.

GNRG

We found zero complaints about workmanship quality across hundreds of reviews. GNRG's installers show up on time, handle steep roofs and tricky electrical setups without cutting corners, and clean up afterward like it's part of the job description. One homeowner waited three weeks for installation due to high demand, then recouped 25% of the system cost in six months. Reviews consistently mention the same pattern: sales reps size systems honestly instead of overselling, installation crews answer questions without rushing, and the team follows up weeks later to confirm everything runs smoothly. In one case, a homeowner called with a minor concern and GNRG sent someone out the same day. It turned out to be nothing, but they still ran a full system check. That's not standard practice in this industry, and it's worth a lot when you're committing to a 25-year investment on your roof.

Blue Sky Energy

Blue Sky Energy stands out for something rare in solar: actual engineering depth. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found that Gary Rochlin, the principal, is a trained engineer who evaluates systems with unusual care. One electrical engineer and contractor monitored the entire installation and reported they performed "wonderfully," adding he plans to hire them for his own home. Another long-term client, a general contractor with multiple Blue Sky projects over eight years, noted Gary "evaluates systems and the economics much better than any other solar contractor we have used." Seven reviewers mentioned project managers who explained technical details in plain language, a skill that matters when you're navigating inverter options or roof integration trade-offs. Installation timelines run tight. One homeowner needed an existing system removed and reinstalled on short notice. Blue Sky came out the day after she called, sent the project manager that same afternoon, and completed the job within three days without treating the rush as a burden. Another customer saw panels installed within a week of signing, with the crew arriving exactly when promised. If you want an installer who can troubleshoot a tricky roof layout or explain why one inverter configuration beats another for your usage pattern, this team delivers that expertise without the condescension.

SoCal Energy Solar

We analyzed dozens of SoCal Energy Solar reviews and found a company that treats panel removal like a service call, not an upsell opportunity. One homeowner needed their panels pulled for a roof replacement and put back after. SoCal sent a crew who finished the job faster than quoted, communicated at every step, and left zero trace they'd been there twice. That pattern held across 9 similar reroof projects. The company also finished first-time installs ahead of schedule without cutting corners. Seven reviewers mentioned speed, but none flagged sloppy conduit runs or rushed electrical work. In one case, the crew answered questions on-site without making the homeowner feel like a burden, a detail that showed up in 3 separate reviews. We couldn't find a single complaint about post-install follow-up, and 8 people praised it unprompted. The installation teams clean up daily, which sounds mundane until you've hired a contractor who doesn't.

Powerfull Solar

Powerfull Solar installs without cutting corners on the equipment. One homeowner who compared quotes from big-box installers and local shops found Powerfull was using current-generation Enphase microinverters while competitors quietly spec'd older, cheaper models, yet Powerfull's price still came in among the lowest. Another customer had a representative return to the house multiple times after installation just to walk through the monitoring apps until everything made sense. We found 53 reviews praising workmanship with zero complaints, and 72 mentions of smooth project management. Eitai, the project manager, handles every job personally from quote to final commissioning. One customer went to Disneyland during the install and came home to a finished 7.2 kW system; another dealt with LADWP inventing electrical code on the fly, and Eitai cycled through utility reps until he found one who would approve the interconnection. (Yes, a utility employee admitted to making up code.) The install crews finish most jobs in under a day, leave sites clean, and don't upsell you on add-ons you don't need.

Solar Source

Solar Source will answer your calls for the next decade. We found 33 reviews from homeowners whose original installers disappeared, and every one described next-day help from Beth, who remotely diagnosed inverter failures, ordered parts under warranty, and sent technicians within days instead of weeks. The company transparently specifies equipment brands before you sign (LG panels, Enphase micro-inverters), runs conduit under roof edges so historic homes stay historic, and calculates panel counts accurate enough that customers owe the utility money after a year. Installations happen in days, not weeks, and permit delays in Long Beach dragged on for months, but Jarrod texted updates the entire time and hit the go-live date once approvals cleared. We couldn't find a complaint about follow-up support across systems five to ten years old. If you call a solar company in three years and reach voicemail, you picked wrong. Solar Source still employs the same crew who installed your neighbor's panels in 2017, and Beth picks up the phone.

Green Mile Energy

Green Mile Energy delivers exactly what most homeowners hope for but rarely get: reliable installers who answer the phone when something breaks. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, follow-through, or post-installation support. One customer's inverter died years after install, and Green Mile came out fast to replace it under warranty without the runaround many solar owners face when their original contractor ghosts them. That's not flashy, but it matters more than any sales pitch. Ten reviewers specifically called out smooth project management, with crews finishing on schedule and keeping them informed about power outages during the install. Robert and Hagop (the main reps mentioned) answered questions quickly, walked customers through panel placement trade-offs, and adjusted system designs mid-process when a homeowner realized their roof layout had changed. Five customers mentioned significant drops in their electric bills after going live, though none provided exact dollar figures. (One homeowner in Palm Springs liked the results enough to plan a second install at another property, which tells you something about ROI.) The pricing came in competitive or below other quotes in eight reviews, and the company handled panel upgrades, main panel swaps, and EV charger installs without farming out the work.

Wise Solar

Wise Solar earned a 5.0 on workmanship across 32 reviews, with zero complaints about the physical installation. We found installers who painted every pipe transition to match the customer's red tile roof and coral stucco, something that stood out when neighbors compared their own systems (which suddenly looked sloppy). The owner flew a drone over a prospect's house to map panel placement before pitching a quote, then handed his credit card to an installer when the homeowner mentioned a $90 shade accessory for the control box. Reviews show 33 mentions of sales honesty and 19 of post-sale support, often from customers who interviewed a dozen competitors first. One complex job required ripping out a 100-amp breaker box, trenching conduit through the front yard, and navigating months of utility delays. The crew stayed until LADWP approved the connection, then monitored the system for a year afterward. If you want someone who'll repaint your conduit runs without being asked (and talk you through WiFi troubleshooting two years later), the attention to detail justifies the mid-range pricing.

AmeriGreen Solar

AmeriGreen Solar beats the national installers on price and then beats them again on speed. We analyzed reviews spanning seven years and found a clear pattern: customers get detailed equipment explanations, competitive quotes (often undercutting four or five competitors), and install timelines measured in days, not months. One homeowner went from panels-on-roof to grid connection in seven days total. Another counted 34 panels installed across two days, with city inspection passed on the first attempt. The company's owner, Guy, handles sales without pressure tactics, then hands you to Rose, the project manager who texts back within hours and adjusts schedules when your work-from-home calendar shifts. We found 94 mentions of reliable project coordination, and in 68 cases reviewers specifically called out craftsmanship (no damaged shingles, clean conduit runs, tidy job sites). Five reviewers reported the opposite experience: ignored texts after a battery failure, months of permit drift, missed appointment windows. If you need a warranty claim handled, verify current support protocols before you sign.

Solar Connection Construction

Solar Connection Construction rescued a homeowner from a two-year nightmare with another installer, resubmitting her entire interconnection application and contacting the utility within 48 hours to save her legacy rate structure. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found something rare: not a single complaint about missed deadlines, shoddy work, or post-installation ghosting. Seven reviewers described the same pattern of responsiveness, including one who hired the company to remove and reinstall panels during a roof replacement even though they weren't the original installer. The team cleaned up a botched job, restored the system to working order, and power-washed the panels back to showroom shine while they were at it. Owner Julie Sinquimani personally walks clients through interconnection paperwork and utility red tape, the kind of unglamorous follow-through that separates installers who care from installers who disappear after the check clears. If you've been burned before or inherited a half-finished mess, this is the crew that'll actually return your calls.

Xero Solar

We recommend Xero Solar without reservation. In one standout story, a customer with a broken inverter called the company that originally installed her system and waited months without a callback. She borrowed a friend's Xero contact, and someone showed up within days to inspect the inverter and quote the repair, even though Xero hadn't installed it. We found that kind of follow-through again and again. Nobody mentioned waiting more than a couple of days for a response. Thirty-four reviewers mentioned the installation quality, and not a single one had a complaint about the workmanship. One customer described the team plotting every wire run and conduit piece with "incredible attention to detail," noting that "good enough" wasn't in their vocabulary. (Yes, someone actually gushed about conduit placement. Solar brings out strange passions.) The company handles all utility paperwork, rebate filings, and permit coordination, so you won't spend weeks navigating SoCal Edison's bureaucracy yourself. One system has been running for a decade with zero power bills, aside from occasional warranty repairs that Xero handled proactively.

GreeMpower

GreeMpower delivers the responsive, non-pushy service most solar shoppers wish they could find. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about installers rushing jobs or sales reps dodging questions after the contract was signed. One customer emailed on a Sunday with inverter connection issues and had a technician on the roof Monday morning. That kind of follow-through showed up in 39 reviews that praised post-installation support, often contrasting it with competitors who disappeared after cashing the check. The company's project managers (Kevin gets named in 12 reviews, Hugo in 5) answered what one reviewer called "endless questions" without making customers feel like a burden, a detail that mattered to people comparing quotes from five or more installers. Installation timelines ran faster than expected in multiple accounts, with one homeowner going from signed contract to permission-to-operate in under a month despite navigating LADWP approvals. If you've dealt with pushy solar sales tactics before, the patience here will feel like a relief, though you'll pay a bit more than the lowest quote in your stack.

Imperium Energy

We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found Imperium Energy earns consistent praise for one thing: walking customers through every step without vanishing after the sale. Shawn, the main rep, kept answering questions a full year after one installation when an issue cropped up, and 108 reviewers mentioned seamless project management from permit filing to final inspection. That responsiveness extends to complex jobs. When one family needed to add panels to an existing system with HOA approval required, the team coordinated design revisions, city permits, and utility hookup without dropping the ball. One customer paid $5,000 more than competing bids because the presentation felt thorough, and the crew installed during a heat wave without complaint. Fair warning: we did find one explosive allegation about used panels and permit violations, though no pattern of similar complaints emerged. If you want an installer who'll still pick up the phone months later when your monitoring app acts up, Imperium's track record suggests they will.

High End Power

High End Power delivers. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a rare pattern: perfect marks across installation quality, project management, and follow-through, with zero complaints about workmanship or coordination. One homeowner needed roof repairs, an electrical panel upgrade, and a permanent EV charger outlet alongside their solar install; High End Power coordinated all three and finished in six weeks. Another customer reported that competing installers quoted the solar work but refused to touch the necessary 400-amp main panel upgrade, while High End Power priced it competitively and handled it in-house. The lead installer, Raffi, is an engineer who runs installations himself, which explains why 16 reviewers singled out the craftsmanship without a single mention of rework or callbacks. We also noticed the company pairs with a contract roofer for bundled pricing, which saved one family enough to choose Solaria panels color-matched to their new grey roof. (Yes, someone cared that much about aesthetics, and High End Power made it happen.)

Los Angeles Solar Pros

Los Angeles Solar Pros earned our confidence with a rare combination: flawless workmanship records and a willingness to chase down problems they didn't cause. We found 48 reviews praising their installation quality, and not one complaint about shoddy work. One homeowner watched the electrician install panels and batteries with a construction veteran's skeptical eye and reported the team welcomed scrutiny and made adjustments without pushback. When a Tesla inverter failed a year after install, the crew diagnosed it onsite, ordered a replacement, and had the system back online in 10 days. That kind of follow-through shows up in 43 positive mentions of post-sale support with only 2 negatives. The company handles permitting and utility paperwork (which reviewers describe as "bureaucratic misery"), and 63 reviews cite smooth project management. One dissatisfied customer paid $44,000 for a system with discontinued panels and no permit, so confirm documentation before you sign.

Urban Energy Solar

We found an installer who still answers the phone years after the panels go up. Urban Energy Solar earned perfect scores in every category we analyzed, anchored by 13 reviewers who praised follow-up support unprompted. One homeowner called at 5pm about a ceiling leak, convinced the solar installation was to blame. Mark Mendoza, the owner, had a crew out by 8am the next morning and sent his roofer the day after when they discovered the leak wasn't even solar-related. That kind of warranty work on someone else's mistake is rare. Sixteen reviews singled out craftsmanship with specifics: daily cleanup, stucco and drywall repairs painted to match original finish, conduit runs hidden inside walls. Mark's team also handles all permitting and utility coordination, which nine customers cited as hassle-free. One outlier review criticized missed appointments and poor communication, so if you need constant project updates, confirm response expectations upfront. But if you want an installer who'll chase down roof issues 13 years after your panels went live (as one couple reported), the track record speaks for itself.

Smart Choice Solar consistently delivers what skeptical homeowners need most: a salesperson who picks up when installers ghost you. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found this pattern across multiple years. One homeowner's roof started leaking under panels installed by a different company, and when that installer refused liability, Uriel (the company's main contact) spent weeks pressuring them until they approved the roof warranty repair. Another customer's financing fell apart when the installer botched permitting, and again Uriel called repeatedly until the work got done. Nine reviewers mentioned post-installation support without us prompting for it, zero mentioned being abandoned after signing. The workmanship itself scores solidly (reviewers report zero electric bills in summer, systems generating more power than promised), but the real standout is sales conduct: 14 positive mentions, zero complaints about pressure or misleading promises. If you want the absolute lowest quote in your market, keep shopping. But if you want someone who'll fight your installer when things go sideways, the difference is worth paying for.

Hotwire Electric is the electrician who actually shows up when promised and finishes on schedule. One homeowner asked for an extra outlet box mid-job, and Joseph added it on the spot without renegotiating his quote. Another had been quoted a 'major job' by three competitors, then watched Hotwire's team arrive on time, finish within the promised window, and charge exactly what they'd estimated. We found 12 reviews praising workmanship quality, with zero complaints about sloppy installations or callbacks. The work spans basement panel upgrades, hidden TV wiring, recessed lighting, even jacuzzi hookups after bathroom remodels, and reviewers consistently mention clean job sites and no surprise fees. Joseph troubleshoots problems instead of upselling unnecessary fixes, which one reviewer credits with saving them 'lots of money.' He's also the guy who'll hand you his granite contractor's number if you mention a kitchen project. (Yes, electricians can be weirdly helpful sometimes.)

We found a company that shows up when things break. Over 40 reviewers mentioned flawless workmanship, and we couldn't find a single complaint about installation quality in nearly a hundred reviews. One customer's inverter failed three years post-install and the team reset the system on a Saturday, even though the homeowner had purchased outright and technically wasn't owed support. Another had monitoring glitches after a windstorm and got a callback within an hour. The speed stands out: 52 reviews praised project management, with timelines running four days for installation and under two weeks to permission-to-operate in multiple cases. The CEO personally responds to support requests, which cuts both ways. We noticed three reviews citing confrontational public replies to criticism, including one where a prospect was told they were "wasting time" during the sales call. If you want an installer who'll chase down your inverter three years later, the aggressive communication style is the trade-off.

Plug It In Solar nails the two things most installers mess up: electrical work and follow-through. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and couldn't find a single complaint about workmanship quality. One homeowner in Agua Dulce had Tesla Powerwalls installed three years ago and recently called the team back when a unit failed—they swapped it out with the same meticulous attention to detail he remembered from the original job. That kind of consistency is rare. The crew earned perfect marks for technical skill, with 76 reviewers praising their craftsmanship and another 96 highlighting smooth project execution. What separates this company is their dual expertise: they're licensed electricians first, solar installers second, so they understand how energy flows through your entire home, not just the roof. We did notice one pattern worth mentioning: several customers had to chase the team for updates between milestones, particularly during permitting and utility interconnection. One reviewer sat without power during the LA wildfires even though panels and batteries were already mounted, waiting weeks for the final switch-flip because no one proactively scheduled it. If you need hand-holding at every step, set that expectation up front.

Southbay NRG gets the basics right and then keeps going. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found customers consistently describing work that matched or exceeded their expectations, from 40-panel solar installs to emergency roof repairs. One homeowner brought them back for a second house after they replaced roof underlayment without billing extra. Another watched owner Bhaskar personally drive across town to deliver parts mid-install when a last-minute Tesla charger location change required different conduit. We noticed 45 mentions of workmanship quality with only 3 complaints, and the pattern held across solar, electrical, and roofing projects. Two details stood out: Bhaskar methodically ruled out six possible causes of a flickering-light problem before isolating a utility transformer issue, saving the homeowner a full rewire. And when one customer's $10,000 roof job left a patio door leak unfixed after three visits, they rated it 2 stars, which tells you how rare follow-up failures are in this dataset. (The other roofer charged $2,000 to finish what should have been included.) If you want an installer who texts arrival times, cleans up daily, and handles permit paperwork without reminders, this crew delivers.

NexGen Construction is the solar installer you hire when you want someone who'll still pick up the phone six years later. We analyzed well over a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about their workmanship—79 people mentioned it, and all 79 were positive. One homeowner called Eric back to expand a system installed six years prior, and Eric walked him through a cost-benefit analysis so detailed he recommended against a battery because it would double the price for limited backup power. (Most installers would have quietly taken the extra revenue.) Another reviewer discovered during installation that a previous contractor had damaged a structural beam when swapping the electrical panel, and NexGen's crew fixed it without charging extra. The installation quality stands out: reviewers mention conduit runs hidden in the attic instead of snaking across the roof, panels aligned with no gaps, and wiring so clean that neighbors stop by to ask questions. We did find two reviews where customers reported unanswered calls for post-install panel issues, so responsiveness isn't flawless at scale. But 51 reviews praised their follow-up support with only 3 negatives, and one of those unanswered-call reviewers had originally given them a five-star review years earlier.

Solar Xpress earned our recommendation through a rare combination: owner-engineer expertise, aggressive pricing, and years-long follow-up. We found Alfred working installs himself, not managing from an office, and bidding projects 20-30% below national franchises while designing systems that actually hit their savings targets. One homeowner reported exact-to-prediction savings after a year, another mentioned Alfred proactively monitoring their system remotely and reaching out when performance dipped. The company passes inspections on first submission (reviewers called out this detail twice), and we couldn't find complaints about post-install ghosting. Alfred climbs roofs for site surveys instead of relying on satellite imagery, catches code issues other bidders miss, and his crews color-match roof hardware without being asked. If you want a salesman with a tablet and a canned pitch, look elsewhere. But if you want an electrical engineer who'll negotiate line-item pricing and actually show up when your inverter acts up three years later, this is the rare small outfit that delivers.

Helios Energy Global delivers confident installations and follows through after the sale. We analyzed reviews spanning five years and found the company earns repeat mentions for two strengths that matter when you're committing to a 25-year system: their reps explain financing and rebate programs in plain language before you sign, and their installation partners leave roofs cleaner than some original builders do. One homeowner, an electrical engineer who scrutinized every detail, called out the seamless coordination from plan check through final inspection on a tricky metal-shingle roof with a panel upgrade. Another had Tesla Powerwalls installed months after signing and noted the crew matched stucco paint and replaced fractured tiles without being asked. The company does take door-to-door leads, which some buyers dislike, but 96 percent of reviews in that category praised the transparency once the rep sat down. If you want an installer who'll chase down state rebates and answer questions six months later, Helios consistently shows up.

OC Solar will pick up the phone when your inverter dies on a Friday afternoon at 3:30pm and send technicians to your house within 90 minutes. We analyzed hundreds of customer stories and found people still raving about support quality five years after their installs. In one case, a homeowner's outlets stopped working and techs didn't leave until they found a loose wire that could've caused arcing, even after the immediate problem seemed fixed. The workmanship score sits at 4.8, anchored by 380 reviews that mention clean installs and durable wiring. We noticed two standout patterns: 72 reviews specifically praise long-term follow-up, with the company proactively calling customers when monitoring detects an issue before the homeowner even notices. And 154 reviews describe a smooth permitting process where OC Solar handled city approvals and utility coordination without requiring the customer to chase down paperwork. One homeowner with 60 panels and five Powerwalls completed SGIP battery incentive paperwork through the company months after install. The only hiccup we saw: timelines can stretch to six months or a year if your electrical panel needs upgrades before solar work can start, though those delays are typically outside the installer's control.

Solar Service Professionals fixes orphaned systems other companies won't touch. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found this team built its reputation on rescuing homeowners whose original installers disappeared or stopped responding. In one case, an owner contacted the company in a panic after shutting down her system during a 105-degree heat wave with five kids at home. A technician walked her through a remote fix over the phone without charging a service fee. That willingness to solve problems without maximizing revenue shows up everywhere in the data. We found 149 mentions of exceptional follow-up support and zero negative comments about technician conduct. Eduardo Rodriguez appears in 47 reviews by name, consistently praised for restoring systems that had been down for months or even over a year. The company also handles the warranty paperwork when replacing components from defunct manufacturers, a service 24 reviewers called out as rare and valuable. If you bought a house with an existing system or your installer went bankrupt, this is the team that will actually show up.

Sunrise Energy Group delivers straightforward solar installations without pushy sales tactics. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a recurring pattern: homeowners praised Matthew (Moti) for explaining systems clearly, then stepping back to let them decide without pressure. One couple who had turned away multiple door-knockers said Moti answered every question they had, then simply told them "it's really up to you guys" after finishing his presentation. They went solar and now recommend him to everyone who asks. Reviews show competitive pricing. Multiple customers reported Sunrise quoted 25-33% less than competing bids, with one homeowner noting quotes for the same project ranged from $27,600 to over $42,000. The owner holds 8 U.S. patents in roof penetrations for solar, which translates to installations where conduit runs are minimal and crews take time to paint exterior wiring to match your house. Sixteen reviewers mentioned smooth permitting and utility coordination, and we found no complaints about post-installation support over systems running 4+ years.

SolarGuru Energy delivered exactly what they promised. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found two homeowners who signed on for value and speed, got it, then came back a year later to say the system still performed flawlessly. The company quoted below competitors while spec'ing better equipment (10 reviewers called out pricing, 11 mentioned high-quality workmanship), and 21 people said project management was smooth from design through activation. One install team spotted a racking mistake during final walk-through and returned the next morning to fix it without being asked. The owner, Miguel, stayed reachable throughout, and a coordinator named Gabriela sent proactive updates so customers never had to chase status. One buyer did warn that Miguel sold his contract to a third-party outfit called Powur mid-project, which led to measurement errors and a seven-month permitting nightmare. That handoff risk is the trade-off for SolarGuru's low overhead model. (We did not find a single complaint about systems going dark post-install, so if you survive permitting, the panels apparently work.)

Pacific Blue Solar does installations right. We analyzed dozens of reviews spanning 2014 to 2023 and found zero complaints about workmanship, not one mention of a botched roof attachment or sloppy wiring. One retired construction professional with 50 years in the trades visited 15 solar companies' job sites before choosing Pacific Blue, and he wrote that he hadn't seen better installations anywhere. That tracks with what we found: 16 reviewers specifically praised the quality of work, and multiple customers mentioned that the crew took extra steps like relocating roof vents to keep conduit runs hidden in the attic, replacing broken tiles, and color-matching stucco after electrical panel upgrades. The company is also unusually fast. Seven reviewers reported start-to-finish timelines under a week once installation began, and one homeowner went from signed contract to live system in one month. (One customer admitted to periodically walking outside just to watch the crew work, describing them as "like bees in a beehive." We can't promise you'll be that entertained, but the speed is real.)

Simply Solar earns our recommendation without reservation. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company that does what most installers only promise: they pick up the phone after the sale. One homeowner's WiFi monitor went offline a month after installation. Simply Solar sent a technician the same week, even though the system was still feeding power to the grid and technically working. Another customer sat through a seven-hour city inspection wait because the crew refused to leave until the permit closed. That level of follow-through showed up in 23 positive mentions of post-sale support against just one negative. The sales process stands out for the opposite reason most solar companies do. Sixteen reviews specifically praised non-pushy consultations, with one buyer noting the rep checked in "a few times" over weeks but never hounded. Installations wrapped in under two weeks from roof work to grid connection in multiple cases, and 35 reviewers singled out the quality of the physical work. We did find screws left behind cars at one job site, a careless miss that contradicts the otherwise meticulous cleanup standard.

Altadena Energy & Solar is a local company that handles everything without subcontracting, and we found that matters more than you'd think when something goes wrong. In one case, when a system component failed and a homeowner didn't notice, Altadena caught the problem remotely, ordered the replacement part, and installed it at no charge. The workmanship pattern is unusually strong: 39 reviews mention meticulous installation quality, and we couldn't find a single complaint about shoddy craftsmanship or corners cut. They're about 10% more expensive than some competitors, but 37 reviews cite the value proposition directly, often after comparing quotes from national chains. Hans and Joy walk the property for over an hour, ask about your pool, your lighting habits, even your plans for an electric car, then design a system sized to your actual usage rather than pitching the biggest array your roof can hold. (One reviewer was mortified when a ceiling stain turned out to be spaghetti sauce, not a roof leak. Altadena showed up anyway and wiped it off without complaint.)

Forme Solar makes the whole solar process feel manageable, even when things go sideways. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found two patterns worth knowing. First, 124 customers described a genuinely smooth experience from quote to install, with one homeowner noting the crew finished 14 panels in a single day and left everything cleaner than they found it. But 45 reviews mention post-install hiccups, mostly around battery systems and monitoring glitches. Here's what sets Forme apart: when an inspection delay or wiring mistake happens, they answer the phone. One customer paid out-of-pocket twice for fixes and Forme reimbursed both times without pushback. Another had eight panels go offline 18 months post-install and the service team resolved it in under two weeks, tracking down a manufacturing defect in the rooftop junction box. (If you've ever dealt with a contractor who ghosts you after cashing the check, you know how rare that follow-through is.) The company uses LG panels and Enphase inverters, publishes ballpark pricing on their website before you hand over contact info, and handles the permit circus themselves. Multiple reviews confirm bills dropped from $240 to near-zero after install.

We've never seen a contractor handle utility red tape with less drama. Mega Power Electric delivered installations at 25 percent above projected output in one case, and when the city utility changed requirements mid-project and demanded new electrical boxes that weren't in the original contract, the crew handled it for a nominal fee without complaint. We found 115 reviewers praising the workmanship with zero negative comments about installation quality. The owner, Gary, personally walks customers through estimates and stays involved through warranty claims years later. One reviewer called back after their inverter died a year in, and the team replaced it immediately after the vendor approved the warranty claim. The install crews finished a 28-panel system in two days, leaving roofs clean and wiring tucked away in small garage-mounted boxes. (One customer admitted to being a rough interrogator who investigates everything, and they still chose Mega Power over competitors.) Pricing runs competitive with other local installers, and the company coordinates with roofers to preserve shingle warranties during mounting.

Evolution Energy delivered exactly what we were looking for: a high-quality install managed by people who actually answer their phones. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found the same pattern over and over. One homeowner needed help with a dead Enphase gateway two years after installation. Evolution walked them through the warranty claim and replaced the part the day it arrived. Another called 90 days before their converter's 10-year warranty expired. The owner drove out and swapped it at no charge. The company averaged 4.8 out of 5 on workmanship quality, with 123 mentions praising crew attention to detail (only 7 complaints). Alex, the main project manager, responds within hours and delivers promised panels (like the REC-460s many other installers substitute out). Installations finish ahead of schedule in most cases. The one persistent annoyance: subcontractor crews sometimes leave debris behind or show up late. You'll want to check the roof perimeter after they leave.

Harrison Electric & Solar will solve problems other electricians couldn't fix. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about follow-up support. One homeowner had lived with a kitchen where running the coffee maker and microwave together tripped the breaker for years, after multiple electricians tried and failed to diagnose it. Harrison traced the issue to everything running on a single wire (a relic of the 1953 build) and rewired it properly. In another case, when a solar internet connection failed six months after an Enphase upgrade, the crew returned during COVID staffing shortages, retrieved all the stored data, and got the system back online with no data loss. We found 41 mentions of responsive post-sale support, often for tricky problems like circuit shorts or panel failures on 90-degree days. Their solar work draws repeat customers: one reviewer added a Franklin battery system three years after the original install, praising Luke's command of current tax credits and delivery logistics. The pricing runs middle-of-the-pack (one panel upgrade came in lower than expected, one ceiling fan estimate ran 4x higher than competitors). If you want an electrician who'll dig into the root cause instead of suggesting you replace the whole panel, they're worth the call.

Run on Sun will tell you not to buy solar if your electric bill is too low. We found one homeowner who was advised to skip the installation entirely because the numbers didn't make sense, while another reported that owner Jim Jenal insisted on rerouting sewer vents to code before mounting panels, even though it delayed the sale. That kind of integrity shows up across dozens of reviews. Reviewers mention Jim doing shade assessments himself on first visits (competitors send sales reps, then schedule a tech days later), and we couldn't find a single complaint about his follow-up after installation. One inverter failed seven months in, and Jim caught it by monitoring the remote server before the customer even noticed, then swapped the unit at no charge. The crew takes four days where rivals promise two, but we noticed 26 mentions of meticulous workmanship and clean wiring runs. If you want the fastest bid or the lowest quote, look elsewhere. But if you want an installer who will personally climb on your roof to adjust panel alignment because you're unhappy with the aesthetic, the slower pace pays off.

Sunko Solar and owner Marco Iwabuchi earn our strongest recommendation. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a pattern we almost never see: homeowners who interviewed up to 8 competing companies all chose Sunko for the same reasons. One couple watched Marco design a reverse-tilt racking system for their north-facing roof when every other installer said it couldn't work, then saw their panels generate 55 kWh daily through a Los Angeles summer. Another homeowner inherited a dead solar system with the house, called Marco for help, and watched him drive out three times at no charge to fight with the inverter manufacturer until the system worked again. Reviews show 26 mentions of transparent sales practices with zero complaints about upselling, a rarity in residential solar. Marco sizes systems to your actual usage instead of maxing out your roof, explains the engineering in plain language, and stays personally involved from design through permit approval. The work itself scores perfectly on craftsmanship across 14 reviews. If you want the cheapest bid in Los Angeles, you'll probably find it elsewhere. But if you want an installer who'll troubleshoot a faulty inverter years later without sending an invoice, the premium is worth it.

Sunshine Saves stands out for something rare in solar: installers who actually listen. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a consistent pattern of reps (Jamie, Ryan, Xavier) who build systems around what you need rather than what's easiest to sell. One homeowner researched solar for months before meeting Ryan and never felt pushed, just heard. Another had a roof issue that killed the project midstream but still praised Xavier as one of the most reliable contractors they'd ever worked with. That follow-through shows up in the data. Eleven reviewers specifically called out workmanship quality, and we couldn't find a single complaint about sales pressure across any review. The installations themselves deliver: one 2012 system still runs strong today, and a Charlotte homeowner with 37 panels now gets energy credits every month instead of bills. (When the sun shines, this customer smiles. We admit we smiled reading that line too.) If you want an installer who'll tailor the system to your roof and actually return your calls when something goes sideways, the track record here is solid.

Sunriver Solar handles the entire solar journey without dropping the ball. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found something rare in home improvement: a company where crews arrive before 8 a.m., project managers reply within the hour, and the sales rep you liked at the consultation is still answering your texts months after your panels go live. One first-time homeowner had been ghosted by Tesla, got three competing bids in a single day, and chose Sunriver on the spot because the consultant spent two hours designing a custom system around their night-heavy energy use instead of pushing a cookie-cutter package. An Auburn homeowner replaced an 18-year-old system and watched the crew de-install the old panels and wire up 26.7 kW of new equipment with six Enphase batteries in six days, finishing early every morning. The pattern that separates Sunriver from the pack is follow-through: 52 reviews mention post-install support without a single complaint about getting abandoned after the final inspection, and when one customer's batteries wouldn't charge past 96%, a technician showed up within a week, fixed a wiring issue, and then spent an extra hour walking them through the monitoring app so they'd know what to adjust on their own next time. If you want the cheapest bid on the block, keep shopping. But if you'd rather work with a local crew who'll still pick up the phone two years from now when you have a question about your inverter, the premium is negligible.

Treepublic delivers what most solar installers only promise: installers who actually stick around. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found the owner, Omar, personally answers questions years after installation, a crew that climbed into one homeowner's attic after winter storms to verify zero roof leaks, and a team that replaced dozens of broken roof tiles without charging extra or making excuses. The company employs its own installers instead of farming out work to subcontractors, which explains why 122 reviewers singled out their workmanship and 107 mentioned post-sale support that didn't vanish at contract signing. Reviews show meticulous electrical work: one customer with a complex 20kW battery system called out beautifully bent conduit runs and code-compliant wiring that looked tidy on the wall, not like an afterthought. The detailed attention extends to permitting and inspections, which moved faster than customers expected, though utility approvals still drag. One recurring detail stood out: when an outlet stopped working after installation, the crew returned to replace breakers without hesitation. (Refreshing, given how many contractors ghost you over a tripped breaker.)

Hodne Roofing & Solar delivers installations that last decades, not just years. We analyzed dozens of reviews spanning a ten-year period and couldn't find a single complaint about their follow-up support. One homeowner emailed Doug 15 years after the original roof install to request an invoice copy for tax purposes and received it the same day. Another watched three rainstorms pass through after Doug's crew finished, relieved to not worry about leaks for the first time in years. Reviews consistently highlight Doug's detailed, written proposals that spell out exactly what work will happen and what it'll cost, a rarity in residential solar and roofing. Twelve reviewers specifically praised his project management, noting crews cleaned up daily and completed jobs within the original timeline estimate. You'll likely pay slightly more than the lowest bid. One reviewer mentioned Doug was upfront about that, explaining he uses better materials and won't cut corners. If you're chasing the absolute cheapest quote, you'll find it elsewhere. But if you want an installer who'll respond a decade later when you need help, the premium is worth it.

Mother Nature Solar is the company you call when you want the same top-tier equipment the big names use, but at a price 30% lower. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a consistent pattern: customers report paying roughly the same *before* rebates as national installers charge *after* rebates. One homeowner compared bids for an identical REC-and-Enphase system and paid thousands less upfront, then pocketed the full 30% federal credit. Another reviewer switched from Sunrun after discovering Mother Nature quoted a fraction of the price for the same materials. The trade-off is straightforward. Mark, the owner, runs a lean one-person operation with subcontracted install crews. That keeps overhead low, but it also means appointments can slip if crews face conflicts or bad weather. One customer waited months for installation due to scheduling hiccups and a combiner box that needed rework. Once the system is up, though, post-install support is fast. Mark diagnosed a mystery production drop over the phone within an hour, coordinated directly with the panel manufacturer, and walked the customer's general contractor through the fix, all in a single afternoon. If you can tolerate some calendar uncertainty and want to avoid paying a 30% markup for a corporate logo, the savings here are real and the workmanship holds up.

Solar Business Pro earns our recommendation for straightforward pricing and reliable installations. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found no complaints about workmanship quality. Nine customers specifically mentioned clean installs, with crews respecting property lines and finishing without debris. One reviewer noted that Robert designed a system two years ago with a built-in buffer for future electricity use, and that cushion proved accurate when the household's consumption increased. Another described how the company walked them through payback timelines before signing, turning initial nervousness about the investment into confidence. We noticed 12 positive mentions of Robert's sales approach, which reviewers described as no-pressure and straightforward. One customer did report frustration after being told the system would cover 100% of usage, then learning post-contract it would hit 85%. (Apparently even solar pros can't predict your teenager's sudden love of leaving every light on.) That gap between initial promise and final spec is worth asking about upfront.

Solarverse stands out for one thing above all: Tim actually picks up when your system breaks years later. Reviews show 14 installations where the crew's work had no flaws, and in the three years since, the company handled permit snags, HOA approvals, and even chased down a broken inverter from a competitor who ghosted the homeowner. We found zero complaints about follow-up support, and 16 reviewers mentioned Tim or his team still answering questions months after the panels went live. Their pricing sits mid-pack (one quote came in between a $10,000 lowball and a $52,000 gouge), but two reviewers specifically said they chose Solarverse because Tim seemed like he'd show up in year three when something stopped working. One sales rep did bungle a loan explanation, and the company offered only $300 to fix a $2,100 gap, so nail down financing details in writing. If you want the cheapest installer, keep shopping. But if you'd rather hire someone who'll troubleshoot your system remotely at 9 p.m. on a Friday, the mid-range premium buys you that.

Revamp Energy Solutions moves faster than the big-name installers, and they'll actually listen when you explain your project. We found 13 reviews praising their responsiveness, often from homeowners who'd already talked to multiple competitors. One customer needed panels removed for a roof repair and reinstalled quickly. Five companies quoted a two-month wait, but Revamp sent a crew that same day and finished the job on a Sunday to meet the deadline. Another homeowner hired them for the same remove-and-reinstall task after getting quotes from several firms, and Revamp not only beat everyone on price but showed up the day she called. The owner checks in mid-job to confirm things are going smoothly, and crews leave worksites cleaner than they found them. Six reviewers singled out the quality of the physical work with zero complaints. The one serious weakness: post-installation follow-up on paperwork and rebates can drag on for months with radio silence. If you need panels installed this month instead of next quarter and want a crew that won't ghost you during the build, Revamp is the right call. Just get payment terms and rebate timelines in writing before you sign.

Future Energy will tell you exactly what you don't need, then deliver exactly what they promised. One homeowner compared nine installers and signed with Future Energy after Vince explained why competitors were trying to oversize his system and add unnecessary components. Another watched three other companies switch panels at the last minute to older models, then watched Future Energy install precisely what was on the contract. We found workmanship scored 4.9 out of 5, anchored by 67 positive mentions and just 2 complaints. The crew paints every piece of conduit to match your house (even if you have blue siding and dark grey trim), and 31 reviewers highlighted detail-oriented service from sales through final inspection. In one install, inspectors flagged minor updates, and the crew came back the same day to fix them. Communication runs through one person, Vince, whom 22 reviewers called out by name for answering questions immediately and staying reachable by text throughout permitting delays. If you're comparing purely on price, you'll find lower quotes, but if you want an installer who won't bait-and-switch your panel model and will repaint your conduit twice to get the color right, the premium is worth it.

All State Construction delivers professional solar installations, but one serious failure raises red flags. We found 19 reviewers praising smooth installation processes and energy savings, but one customer reported five months of troubleshooting before panels worked correctly, then discovered unsafe electrical work that required hiring an outside electrician to prevent a fire hazard. The company's sales team earned perfect marks across 23 reviews (no complaints about pricing transparency or upfront expectations). Post-installation support shows a mixed record. Eleven reviewers mentioned helpful follow-up, but three described unresolved issues, including one mediation agreement the company allegedly ignored. Their crew quality stands out in non-solar work. Seven bathroom and kitchen remodels were completed on time, and one reviewer noted Sean personally drove them to a tile store to speed up material selection (the bathroom finished in seven days, not the quoted fourteen).

Solar Optimum is a safe bet for solar. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found the company delivers quality work at competitive prices, but you'll need patience for communication hiccups. One homeowner watched their neighbor's install so closely they chose Solar Optimum themselves after comparing local options. Another called with a battery issue six years post-install and got same-day service at no charge, even though a different contractor had worked on the system in between. Reviewers consistently praise the equipment quality (REC panels, Enphase microinverters, Panasonic-backed warranties) and workmanship (528 mentions of solid value, 575 of clean installation). Communication is the weak point. One city inspector made four trips because minor tasks like bonding and stucco kept getting delayed between visits. Several reviews mention unanswered emails and callback delays. If you value rock-bottom pricing over hand-holding, Solar Optimum undercuts national chains without sacrificing the install itself. If you expect every email answered within the hour, you may find the lag frustrating.

Sasha International gets projects done without drama. We found 16 reviewers who praised how the company handled permits, timelines, and unexpected challenges, often finishing installs in under a week. One commercial contractor described them as a "1 stop shop from A-Z" after five years of repeat business, while a homeowner noted they strategically placed panels to satisfy both HOA rules and maximum coverage. The company's strength is project execution: clients report fast permit turnarounds, clean installations, and follow-up when systems need service months later. The sales process centers on Armin, the energy consultant, who reviewers say explains system design without pressure. One cautionary note: We did find one review describing a year-long support breakdown after installation, with unresolved billing issues and a non-functioning system. That's an outlier in the data, but it's worth confirming response protocols before you sign.

Citadel handles the full install competently and stays involved after. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found consistent evidence of professional work and reliable follow-through, though not the standout performance that earns our top recommendation. One homeowner's system has produced $16,800 worth of electricity over 30 months with zero repair needs. Another saw their battery rebate approval drag on for 18 months, multiple data requests from the utility, and Citadel's coordinator navigated every clarification without dropping the ball. The company's service techs show up within days when something breaks, even for systems they didn't originally install. Seventy-five reviews mention technician Tyler by name for methodically diagnosing issues and actually fixing them the first time. (One customer watched him spend hours on the phone with LG to restore battery monitoring after a unit swap.) Citadel's project coordinators send progress emails, answer late-night calls, and handle permit red tape so you don't have to chase down paperwork yourself. The workmanship scores well. Installation crews clean up thoroughly and complete roof-plus-solar jobs on schedule, even when rain threatens the timeline.

Sunlogix handles the basics well, but you're navigating a more complicated picture than most installers. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found that while the company consistently delivers solid installations and responsive project management, customers are often confused about who they're actually hiring. One reviewer discovered mid-process that SunLogix uses a separate sales entity (Sunova) with lower ratings, which felt like a bait-and-switch. Another noted the final documentation was so sparse they had to look up system specs online. The installation crews earn near-universal praise for clean work and punctual timelines, and we couldn't find a single complaint about post-install support quality. But 16 reviewers mentioned schedule coordination hiccups that required multiple follow-up calls, and the permitting phase dragged longer than competitors in the same regions. If you want an installer who'll answer your call on weekends and stick with you through utility red tape, Sunlogix delivers that. Just budget extra time for the pre-install bureaucracy and make sure you understand exactly which company is on your contract.

Source Solar won't overwhelm you with a sales pitch. Ryan and Josh, the brothers who own the company, show up to install the panels themselves, and 12 reviewers mentioned their workmanship without a single negative comment. We found one homeowner whose tile roof scared off most bidders. Source Solar not only took the job but fixed broken tiles that weren't even their responsibility. The monitoring app caught a single underperforming panel weeks after installation, and they swapped it within days. What separates them from larger installers is construction fluency. One general contractor praised their understanding of structure, roofing, and what's inside walls, noting they avoid rookie mistakes because they know how buildings work. We noticed they painted conduit to match house colors and upgraded electrical panels as part of the scope. (Yes, someone reviewed them just for an electrical upgrade, then came back for solar later.) Their pricing beat a dozen competitors in one side-by-side comparison, and 11 reviews highlighted project management with zero complaints about delays or scope creep.

Magic Solar Electric handles the technical side well but struggles with the sales funnel. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found 37 mentions of installation quality with zero complaints. The workmanship earns universal praise. One homeowner hired them for a full roof replacement, 29 panels, and gutter install, and two years later reports zero leaks and electricity bills that dropped from $2,000 every two months to $20. Another needed a post-installation fix when an Enphase firmware update caused random shutdowns. The owner texted the company, and an electrician drove from Pasadena to Granada Hills within 30 minutes, diagnosed a hot breaker in five minutes, swapped it for higher amperage, and left without charging a dime. But three reviews document blown appointments, unreturned calls, and sudden cancellations. One prospect scheduled a Zoom call at 4:15, waited until 5pm, then got blamed for missing a call that allegedly came at 4:50. Another was hung up on mid-sentence. If you've already secured a quote and locked in a timeline, the crew will deliver clean work and responsive aftercare. If you're still in the discovery phase, expect some communication friction before you get to the good part.

SunGreen delivers exactly what you'd expect from a competent installer: clean work, permits handled, bills that drop to near zero. We analyzed dozens of reviews and didn't find a single complaint about shoddy installation or dodged follow-up calls. One homeowner installed a 50kW commercial system in 2010 and reported zero issues three years later, even after SunGreen proactively tracked down and replaced a faulty panel under warranty. Another cut their electric bill 74% year-over-year and paid back the system in eight years, faster than projected. The pattern is reliability, not flash. 22 reviewers singled out workmanship quality, and 27 praised project management, but no one raved about cutting-edge tech or industry-leading warranties. SunGreen will customize a layout to avoid moving your roof vents, walk you through HERO financing, and respond to questions while on vacation in another state (yes, one project manager actually did that). What you won't get is the premium equipment bundles or extended performance guarantees that top-tier installers now offer as standard. If you want a straightforward system that works as promised and a team that won't ghost you when an inverter fails, SunGreen is a safe bet.

Sol-Up handles the basics well but doesn't stand out. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found a company that delivers consistent, competent installations without the premium service bells and whistles of top-tier installers. One customer ran into a permitting mess from a 2021 install that fell through the cracks, and while Sol-Up eventually made it right (paying all fees, scheduling a painter for conduit work), it took four years for the problem to surface. Another homeowner praised the install crew's speed and professionalism, then noted it would take NV Energy 3-4 weeks to flip the switch, a wait no installer can control but few warn customers about upfront. The workmanship scores are solid (998 positive mentions), and 412 reviews cite clear communication from estimate through final connection. We noticed installers finish in a single day and leave roofs clean, with technicians like Brandon and Jose earning individual shout-outs for diagnosing inverter failures fast. One gap: no before-and-after roof photos, a small frustration for customers who can't climb up to check the work themselves.

Green Convergence installs SunPower panels well, but you'll need to manage the timeline yourself. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found workmanship scores near-perfect (221 positive mentions, only 9 negative), and installers routinely hide conduit runs inside attics so nothing mars the roofline. One homeowner in Altadena praised the crew for delivering better-than-expected panel performance despite mid-project staffing turnover, and another watched technicians drive 100 miles just to source matching roof shingles for touch-ups. The installation crew earns consistent praise. Project management is the weak link. In one case, a customer only received their $8,000-plus incentive rebate after chasing Green Convergence at 12 weeks, when the forms should have been filed weeks earlier. Another homeowner had to contact the city planning department directly to unstick a forgotten permit. If you're willing to check in weekly and confirm each milestone yourself, you'll likely end up with a clean SunPower system backed by a 25-year roof penetration warranty. If you expect the company to proactively manage deadlines and paperwork, look elsewhere.

Solar Forward is the team you call when you need steady follow-through, not flashy promises. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found installers who painted conduits to match exterior walls and laid plywood with foam padding to protect roof tiles during the job. One customer couldn't find a single contractor willing to touch their metal roof until Solar Forward showed up, installed the system, then came back months later to debug early Tesla battery issues. The company earns a 4.8 project management score anchored by 50 mentions of efficient permitting and inspection handling. We noticed two strengths that define their work. First, they handle unusual configurations without drama: tile roofs in Santa Monica, metal roofs others refused, multi-roof layouts that require creative panel placement. Second, their long-term support is unusually reliable. Reviewers from 2009 and 2015 report that Mark still picks up the phone a decade later to troubleshoot inverter faults or coordinate emergency roof repairs before the rain hits. The downside is thin documentation on rebate math and occasional friction with utility companies, though reviews consistently credit the team for advocating through LADWP and Edison red tape.

Ace Solaris handles the basics exceptionally well, but doesn't stand out from other solid installers. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found near-perfect execution on workmanship, timelines, and follow-through. One customer compared quotes from multiple Glendale and LA installers with excellent reputations and chose Ace Solaris for price and warranty terms, then reported the installation matched expectations with clean work and reliable hardware. Another had a solar system malfunction that stumped other companies, and Ace Solaris diagnosed it quickly where others failed. The consistency is striking: 26 reviewers specifically praised project management, 20 mentioned transparent sales conduct, and 17 called out post-installation support with zero negative comments in any category. The monitoring app works as advertised, crews show up on schedule, and the multicultural staff communicates clearly in multiple languages. What's missing is any edge over comparable installers. If you've already gathered quotes and Ace Solaris offers competitive pricing with strong warranty coverage, you'll get professional work without drama. If you're still shopping around, keep comparing, this company won't chase down original contractors or go beyond standard service.

AMECO Solar & Roofing will handle the basics competently, but they won't impress you. We analyzed hundreds of reviews spanning 47 years and found a company that delivers solid workmanship when everything goes according to plan. One customer installed panels on a roof with complex angles and reported zero issues across the entire project, while another described their installation team as efficient enough to coordinate seamlessly with a separate roofing contractor. Communication during active projects is generally strong, with 323 reviewers specifically mentioning responsive project managers who explained next steps clearly. The install crews show up on time, clean up after themselves, and don't leave mystery beer cans in your trash (okay, one crew did, but that seems to be an outlier). Where AMECO falls short is follow-up after ownership changes. Multiple longtime customers reported that the company now refuses to service equipment they originally installed, citing brand discontinuations. One homeowner spent over 30,000 dollars on two systems and got told years later that AMECO no longer works on SMA or SunPower products. If you're fine gambling that your chosen equipment brand stays in their service lineup for the next decade, the installation work itself is reliably good.

EverGreen Roofing and Solar runs a tight operation, but they haven't built the deep review history we'd expect from a top-tier installer. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, zero negative comments on their sales team, and zero reports of scheduling chaos. One homeowner discovered a tiny drip after a long rain and watched the crew find the source in a single inspection and seal it so well that the attic stayed dry for weeks. Another customer had a roof and solar install wrapped up with the worksite spotless, energy bills already dropping. Eighteen reviews highlight flawless project management, and 28 mention meticulous attention to detail during installation. The crew shows up on time, explains every step in plain English, and leaves your yard cleaner than most roofers leave their truck beds. What's missing is the volume of feedback that proves this level of consistency at scale. If you're the kind of homeowner who wants to see a thousand verified installs before you sign a contract, you'll want more data. But if a small, careful crew with a spotless track record appeals to you, the pattern here is hard to ignore.

LA Solar Systems delivers solid installations at competitive prices, but we found little evidence they offer standout service beyond that baseline. One homeowner saw their electric bill drop from over $600 per month to under $40 after installation, and another saved money when the company's free energy audit revealed they didn't need the oversized system three other installers had quoted. We analyzed dozens of reviews spanning more than a decade, and the pattern holds: clean work, knowledgeable crews, systems that perform as promised. What sets them apart is their willingness to right-size systems rather than upsell, a practice one reviewer called out after comparing four bids. The trade-off is modest post-installation support visibility. We found only four reviews mentioning follow-up service, though one described an after-hours emergency visit to fix an overloaded breaker unrelated to the solar system itself. (The technician arrived with what the homeowner called "the most pleasant attitude" after working all day at another job, which feels like a low bar, but apparently worth noting.)

Paradise Renewables is a solid installer that gets the basics right. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a consistent pattern: the crew shows up on time, the work is clean, and the system produces the promised savings. One homeowner cut their monthly bill from over $200 to $25 after a 5kW install completed in six weeks. Another reported an 80% drop in power costs before adding an electric car to the mix. The company stands out on project execution. Thirty-two reviews mention smooth installations, and we found homeowners praising their ability to navigate tricky situations (like coordinating with roofers on flat-roof installs or handling rural county permits that made bigger companies walk away). Where Paradise falls short is post-install communication. Two reviewers reported trouble reaching the company for warranty service, though both eventually got help after posting public complaints. If you're willing to chase them down when issues arise, their track record on workmanship and cost savings makes them a reasonable choice.

Dynasty Electric handles routine electrical upgrades and solar installs without drama. We analyzed dozens of reviews spanning over a decade, from simple panel replacements to full solar-plus-battery systems. Seventeen reviewers praised workmanship quality, and 13 singled out project management (no scheduling chaos, no surprise change orders). The consistency is striking: permits pulled, inspections passed, timelines met. One 1904 rental home running on a 20-amp fuse got rewired to 100 amps in under a week and cleared inspection on the first try. Solar customers report the same rhythm: quick install, app setup included, no chasing the crew for updates. Prices run 10-23% below competing bids in multiple examples. We did find one alarming review alleging unsafe work and a threatening response from the owner. That's the only negative in the dataset, but it's serious enough to mention. (If you're the type who triple-checks outlet covers after the crew leaves, you'll appreciate Eugene's habit of making a house call post-install to walk through app logins and usage tracking.)

Current Energy installs clean systems and keeps customers happy during the sales and build phases. We found 12 reviewers who specifically praised the workmanship, and not one mentioned sloppy conduit runs or roof damage. One military veteran compared the crew to a well-oiled unit and watched his entire system go live in a single day. Another first-time homeowner saw her monthly bill drop from $400-500 to net-zero after install. The weak link is post-installation communication. Two customers described an identical pattern: phones go straight to voicemail, progress updates vanish, and no one follows up on utility interconnection timelines. One reviewer suspected the company stops caring once the bank funds the loan. If you want a solid install and can tolerate radio silence during the permitting wait, Current Energy delivers. If you need hand-holding through inspections and PTO, budget extra patience or ask for a dedicated project contact upfront.

Elite Solar handles installations smoothly and treats customers well, but one serious roof-leak complaint raises questions about long-term accountability. We found 18 reviewers who specifically praised the quality of the installation work, and 20 highlighted how well the team managed timelines and coordination. One homeowner described the two-day panel install as seamless, then called the crew back to add battery storage in a single visit with no drama. Another noted the entire process unfolded exactly as promised during the sales call, with no surprises or pressure. The company scores well on responsiveness during the sales and installation phases. But we also found a detailed account of a 2019 installation that allegedly caused roof leaks across three sections of the house, with the customer reporting ignored emails, texts, and calls over multiple years. The contrast is stark: most customers describe attentive service, while one describes total radio silence after reporting structural damage. (If your roof already has issues, adding solar probably won't improve the situation.)

South Coast Solar delivers clean installations and stands behind their work, but you'll need patience. Reviews show the company takes ownership when problems surface. One homeowner watched a two-person crew spend 30 minutes hosing down roof sections to find a leak after a storm, then repair it that same day, even though panels rarely cause leaks. Another saw South Coast chase down defects left by their original installer, correcting unsealed roof penetrations and missing ground wires without charging extra. The workmanship holds up: 138 reviews mention solid installation quality, and we found repeat customers returning after a decade for expansions and battery additions. Communication is the trade-off. Delays stretch for months, callbacks disappear, and 26 reviews cite project management breakdowns. Staffing constraints after hurricanes and supply chain disruptions explain some of it, but reviews show missed appointments and unresponsive staff even outside crisis periods. If you can tolerate long timelines and need to chase updates yourself, the installation crew will likely get it right.

Clean Rays Energy delivers solid installations at prices that undercut the national chains, but you're betting on one person to handle your warranty work a decade from now. We found 11 reviews praising Armando's workmanship and 10 noting his clear communication style, with no complaints about installation quality across systems going back to 2015. Three homeowners hired him multiple times across different properties. One inverter failed twice over 12 years, and both times Armando handled the warranty replacement himself within days. The pricing advantage is real: one reviewer chose equipment specs and called Clean Rays "incredibly fast" at pulling permits, crediting the lack of bloated sales overhead for the savings. Systems installed in 2015 and 2017 are still producing strong savings today, with one owner now charging two Teslas on panels installed over a decade ago. If you want the lowest quote and don't mind that your long-term support depends on a solo operator staying in business, this works. If you'd sleep better with a regional team and formal escalation paths, pay the premium elsewhere.

GC Electric Solar does the fundamental work reliably and doesn't overcharge for it. We found 79 reviews praising competitive pricing, quality equipment, and professional installation crews, and the company has quietly handled dozens of warranty inverter replacements with minimal hassle. Installation timelines clustered around same-day completions (all hardware delivered in the morning, panels wired and running by late afternoon), and 205 reviews mentioned efficient project execution. The company's weakness is customer communication: they route nearly all contact through a somewhat clunky project management portal, and 31 reviews flagged frustrations with slow response times or difficulty reaching the team when questions arose mid-project. They're also strict about contract scope, so any request outside the signed agreement gets declined. If you're comfortable reading your contract carefully and waiting 2-4 days for email replies instead of instant phone support, you'll get a clean install at a fair price.

Zenith Electric is a safe bet for straightforward residential work. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a team that shows up on time, finishes the job as quoted, and doesn't leave a mess behind. In one account, a technician drove from Glendale to Inglewood on a Friday evening to restore power after a three-day outage, checking in every few hours while the homeowner waited on the utility company. In another, the crew crawled through a narrow space to wire a Tesla charger exactly where the customer wanted it, with no upcharge when the job took longer than expected. The crew earns consistent praise for two things: they communicate clearly (video estimates, same-day follow-up, 30-minute arrival calls), and they don't push unnecessary upgrades. 294 comments mention clean, code-compliant workmanship with no callbacks. That said, pricing sits at the higher end of quotes, and a few customers noted sticker shock when comparing estimates. If you want an electrician who'll return the next day to swap a faulty breaker at no charge, the premium is justified.

Shylee Construction won't dazzle you with a national name, but they'll return your calls and fix what the last contractor botched. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found that owner Tiffany Swisa personally coordinates every project, from solar inverter replacements to full reroofs, and her team catches sloppy work left by previous builders. In one case, the crew discovered poorly installed fascia boards from the original construction and corrected them at no extra charge. Twenty reviews mention rapid turnarounds on older roofs with hidden rot, and we couldn't find a single complaint about blown timelines. The pricing sits in the middle of the market, not rock-bottom but fair for the owner oversight you get. Tiffany talked two separate homeowners out of unnecessary tear-offs, saving each thousands of dollars, which either signals rare integrity or a business model that doesn't maximize every bid. (We're betting on integrity, given that both customers came back when real work was needed.) The crew cleans flower beds daily and texts drone photos at each milestone, small touches that add up when you're living through a construction project.

Vibe Solar delivers solid installations backed by unusually attentive reps. We found reps checking in on customers years after installation, one sending a production recap 12 months post-sale just to see how the system was performing. Another noticed a customer had lost monitoring connectivity three years in and personally delivered a WiFi extender to fix it. That level of follow-through showed up in 224 mentions of post-sale support, with just 22 complaints. The workmanship holds up too. One customer ran a system through sustained 45 mph desert winds for three years before a single panel rattled loose, and the installer came back at no charge to add more clamps. But we noticed gaps where top-tier installers set the bar higher. Vibe doesn't publish equipment specs upfront, so you'll need to ask which panels and inverters you're actually getting. The company operates regionally rather than nationally, which limits your options if you're outside their service area.

Moore Solar delivered. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company that treats solar like custom work, not a sales quota. One homeowner exchanged a dozen rooftop layout sketches with Jerry via email the weekend before installation, tweaking panel placement minutes apart until it was right. Another watched the crew return at 6 PM in 105-degree heat to fix an AC fuse that had nothing to do with their solar work, just because two elderly pets needed the air conditioning. These aren't isolated gestures. Fourteen reviewers singled out the workmanship, and ten mentioned Veronica's patience walking them through rebate paperwork and utility red tape without the runaround. The company handles city permits, coordinates with roofers to preserve warranties, and doesn't ghost you after the inverter turns on. One system installed 15 years ago still runs at full capacity, and the owner can still call Jerry for service. If you want an installer who'll redraw your layout on a Saturday and answer your third follow-up email about Edison paperwork, Moore Solar is worth the call. If you need a slick online dashboard or a dedicated account manager, you'll want a bigger operation.

Green 360 Solutions does solid work. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found only one complaint about the actual installation quality. The rest describe smooth timelines, tidy crews, and systems that pass inspection without drama. One homeowner had their roof replaced mid-project, and the crew coordinated painters and roofers without a hitch. Another reviewer mentioned finishing ahead of schedule after interviewing four competing installers. The company handles permitting and utility paperwork start to finish, which eliminates the back-and-forth many installers expect you to manage. We noticed 19 reviews specifically praised post-installation support with zero negative mentions. The weak spot is sales conduct. Three reviews describe aggressive telemarketing tactics (spoofed numbers, misleading "free solar" leads, repeated calls after opting out). One former salesperson quit after being coached to lie about incentive eligibility. If a rep shows up unannounced or pitches something that sounds too promotional, walk away. But if you contact them directly, the installation team is competent and respectful.

SoCal Energy installs quickly and does solid electrical work, but your experience depends entirely on which salesperson you get. We found nine reviews praising fast, professional installations that look good on the roof and produce real savings (one homeowner received a $512 check for four months of overproduction). The workmanship consistently impressed inspectors. One code official specifically commented on how neat the electrical install looked, and seven months later that grid-tied system with battery backup was still running flawlessly at 60% bill offset. But two reviewers described high-pressure sales tactics from door-to-door reps who refused to leave after being asked, while five others raved about a salesperson named Liroy who sized systems accurately and answered every question. The company clearly trains some salespeople better than others. If a rep pressures you or pivots from windows to solar mid-pitch, walk away. If they size your system conservatively and explain financing without theatrics, you'll likely get a clean install that works as promised.

Green Conception delivers clean, efficient solar installs with strong workmanship, but you'll need patience with their back office. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found a company that executes well technically yet struggles with follow-up communication. One homeowner called their installation "flawless" after a year, another watched their system produce 20 kilowatt-hours daily even in winter. Ninety-seven reviews praised the installation quality, and we couldn't find a single complaint about roof leaks, which is rare for any solar contractor. The owner personally resolved a billing error caused by a meter-reading glitch, and when an inverter failed in year four, the team replaced it under warranty the same week. But 14 reviews described frustrating communication gaps. One customer waited seven months for a warranty panel replacement, leaving multiple unreturned voicemails. Another discovered their obsolete monitoring software only after their bills spiked and was asked to pay three hundred dollars for an upgrade. If you value neat, durable installations and can tolerate slower post-sale response times, Green Conception is a solid middle option.

ABC Solar is a solid local installer, but you'll need patience. We found honest pricing and strong technical work, yet also signs of stretched capacity. One customer waited months for a panel reinstall after landslide delays, another reported being ignored for years and hiring a competitor to finish the job. Against that backdrop, the workmanship shines. Brad refunded a $130 service fee after the inverter manufacturer reimbursed him, a customer discovered zero roof leaks during a torrential storm two years after install, and multiple reviewers say their systems still run flawlessly a decade later. The owner clearly knows solar inside and out (he walked one buyer through concrete-tile roof diagrams, another through tax-credit mechanics), and when you do connect, the team troubleshoots burnt connectors, chases down Enphase warranties, and explains every step. Fifteen reviewers praised project management, yet four flagged slow callbacks. The humor? One reviewer admitted Brad "basically stalked the county and power company people" to push permits through. If you want a big-company call center, look elsewhere. If you value local expertise and can tolerate the occasional vanishing act, ABC delivers quality hardware and the kind of integrity most installers abandoned years ago.

California Solar Electric brings a serious professionalism to every install. We found 46 reviews praising workmanship specifically, with installers who physically climb on your roof for the site assessment rather than relying on satellite photos and project managers who chase down roof leaks after installation because "this is the right thing to do given the circumstances." The pattern we noticed most: they treat complex projects like patio-trellis solar installs and HOA approvals as problem-solving exercises, not reasons to walk away. In one case, a crew coordinated with a separate contractor to mount panels as a trellis roof, installing flexible conduit between the structure and the house in case of earthquakes. Then the communication gap appears. We saw repeat complaints about unreturned service calls and one customer who paid nearly five thousand dollars for an inverter replacement, watched the system fail three more times over nine months, and never got a callback after five attempts. (Apparently "someone will get back to you" is solar industry code for "good luck.") If you're weighing whether to pay a bit more for an installer who'll actually show up when things break, the trade-off becomes stark: flawless install day versus silence on day 731.

BYLTup handles roofing with polish, but this is not a solar company. We analyzed their reviews and found zero evidence of completed solar installations. Every positive mention of solar refers to future plans or considering solar down the line, not actual systems switched on. That matters if you're shopping for panels today. What they do deliver is clean roofing work. 114 reviewers mentioned workmanship without a single complaint, and 92 praised their follow-up support with just one negative comment. We found particularly strong patterns in two areas: emergency response speed and warranty coverage. After storms, they showed up same-day while competitors ghosted customers, and one reviewer noted BYLTup talked them out of a full reroof in favor of maintenance that saved thousands. Their GAF Elite status unlocks 50-year warranties, a credential only a handful of Southern California roofers hold. The crew covers pools during tear-off, emails permit updates without prompting, and one homeowner reported getting 30+ progress photos for an insurance claim without asking. If you need a roof fixed fast or want the longest warranty available, they're a safe bet. Just don't hire them expecting solar expertise they haven't demonstrated.

We The People Construction delivers clean workmanship with few surprises. One homeowner needed termite-damaged decks rebuilt before winter rains arrived. The crew cleared the old framing in two days, then installed composite decking with joints tight enough that the owner called the result "high-end." Another customer watched her bathroom remodel stretch out when the project manager forgot to tell the crew about fixture placements, forcing her to scramble for last-minute tile runs. We found 220 mentions of solid craftsmanship and 216 references to reliable project management, but 22 reviews flagged communication gaps between office staff and field teams. The company handles permits and inspections without drama, and supervisors like Sagi and Bryan show up mid-job to fix small issues before you have to ask. If you want a contractor who won't ghost you after the final payment, this team will return your texts. Just don't expect a white-glove planning process. You'll need to stay involved to keep everyone aligned, especially if your project involves moving plumbing or custom requests.

Ground Up Builders delivers solid work, but you'll need to stay engaged. We analyzed reviews spanning kitchen remodels, solar installations, and full-home renovations, and found a company that consistently closes projects on budget with skilled crews. One homeowner hired them for seven separate jobs after a kitchen remodel, including a new roof and solar install, because the team communicated well and never surprised them with hidden costs. Another watched a field manager juggle multiple big projects and a newborn while still answering calls at any hour. The standout pattern is follow-through. In 155 mentions of post-project support, we couldn't find a single case where the company walked away from a callback. When a plumbing mishap flooded a ceiling during a bathroom retile, it took five days for an apology, but the crew did return to make it right. The second pattern is speed over polish. Multiple reviews note that finishing details (caulk lines, paint coverage, tile edges) required a second ask before the crew slowed down to refine them. The work itself holds up. We found 243 mentions of workmanship quality with only 12 complaints, and several customers reported hiring them repeatedly over a decade. If you're comparing quotes and Ground Up isn't the lowest, the gap buys you a team that will answer the phone months later, not one that disappears after the final invoice.

Evergreen Solar is a safe bet if you want competitive pricing and a fast install, but you'll need to stay on top of them after the panels go live. We found their strongest pattern in the sales and installation phase: 16 reviewers specifically praised install times under three weeks, and one homeowner mentioned going 2.5 years without a true-up bill while neighbors still paid PG&E annually. The workmanship scores hold up, with 51 positive mentions and only 7 complaints about the actual installation quality. But post-sale support is where things get uneven. We noticed 15 reviews citing communication issues after activation, including one customer who spent months chasing down a doorbell wiring problem and another who waited through multiple failed inspections. If you're the type to follow up on your own and don't mind being your own project manager once the system is live, the upfront savings and speed make this a reasonable choice.

Get Smarter Solar delivers a professional sales process and clean installations, but we found too many unresolved disasters to recommend them outright. One New Jersey homeowner ended up paying three times her pre-solar electric bill. Another watched his roof leak for seven months while the company ignored his calls, then tried to charge him for panel removal because they'd installed the system on a worn roof in the first place. We noticed 38 reviewers praised the sales team (Arvin and Mike get mentioned by name repeatedly for patient explanations and post-install availability), and installation crews left clean job sites with tidy wiring. But value scores lag well behind workmanship, and the gap tells a story. When things go sideways (permit delays, roof damage, underperforming systems), support becomes inconsistent. Three reviewers used the word "scam," and one described a half-torn roof left unfinished. (If your idea of customer service is a tarp covering your panels all summer, this might be your company.) The best experiences here involve straightforward installs with no surprises. The worst involve months of silence and expensive fixes the homeowner didn't budget for.

GRID Alternatives isn't your typical solar installer. They're a nonprofit that trains volunteers and job seekers to install panels on low-income homes at no cost to the homeowner. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found the model delivers real results. One homeowner in San Diego paid zero out of pocket, owns the system outright (no lease), and now produces more electricity than she uses. Another waited eight months from approval to activation and couldn't get return calls during the delays. The work quality scores high: 19 reviews mention solid workmanship, and installations routinely pass inspection on the first try. But post-installation support lags behind commercial installers. We found 11 reviews citing unreturned calls and multi-month waits to get systems turned on. If you're comparing speed and white-glove service, a conventional installer will move faster. But if you qualify for their program and can tolerate some communication gaps, you'll get a professionally installed system that costs you nothing and cuts your electric bill to nearly zero.

Restart Solar handled routine installations well, but the company appears to have shut down, leaving customers stranded. We found detailed timelines showing smooth two-day installs—one homeowner documented their system going live just 16 days after signing—and 26 reviewers described clean workmanship with panels inset flush into the roof and conduit tucked inside walls. Sales reps answered questions without pressure, and crews taught homeowners how to monitor their systems before wrapping up early. The problems surfaced later. Ten reviewers reported unanswered calls and failed service after an apparent closure, with one discovering their inverter had been broken for months with no way to reach anyone. Another paid for a reinstall and new roof to fix leaks the original crew caused. If the company resurfaces under new management, the installation skills were solid. But right now, there's no one to honor the 25-year warranties these systems were sold with.

Home Upgrade Specialist gets the work done, and their technicians know what they're doing. We found 253 reviewers praising the actual installation quality, and nearly all of them mentioned how responsive the crew was when issues came up. One architect who manages projects remotely hired them for a full home refresh because he needed people who'd solve problems instead of ghosting him, and that's exactly what happened. The company excels at two things: technical execution (we couldn't find a single complaint about faulty wiring or sloppy roof work) and fielding knowledgeable technicians who explain what they're fixing in plain English. Where they stumble is project coordination. In one seven-month solar and roof job, the customer dealt with seven different contacts, missed same-day appointment changes, and inspection failures that could have been caught with a code check before work started. The owner and senior staff step in when communication breaks down (one office manager turned a rocky project around so decisively the customer upgraded from 1 star to 4), but you shouldn't need executive intervention to get a callback. If you value craftsmanship over hand-holding and you're willing to stay on top of scheduling yourself, you'll get a system that works and looks sharp.

Hunters Roofing is a safe bet if you want a family-run company that shows up when they say they will. We found 65 reviews praising their workmanship, and only 2 complaints about how the actual roof installation went. One homeowner who waited a year between estimate and installation called back expecting to start over, but Luke Hunter remembered every detail and insisted on a second walkthrough just to confirm color choices. Doug's crew replaced a rotted beam eight years after the original job at zero cost, which tells you how they handle warranty claims when things go wrong. The cleanup stood out in our analysis: 23 reviewers mentioned daily sweeps and garage protection, which sounds minor until you're the one vacuuming tile dust out of your attic insulation. We did notice four reviews about missed callbacks and scheduling friction, mostly tied to the front office, not the field crews. If you need a repair quote or a callback within 48 hours, you might hit a delay.

RG Electric consistently delivers solid work and finishes on schedule. One homeowner hired them twice over 12 years for full rewires, praising careful labeling and professional crews who showed up at 7:30 a.m. as promised. Another called for recessed lighting estimates on a Friday, had Roy at their door Saturday at 7:30 a.m., and wrapped the install four days later. We found 195 mentions of workmanship quality in reviews, with crews cleaning up job sites and communicating progress in real time. Two patterns stand out. First, RG handles volume work efficiently: 32 recessed lighting installs praised quick turnarounds and competitive pricing, though drywall patching is quoted separately and can add $300-$2,700 to the bill. Second, post-job support is reliable. When an LED failed two months after install, Roy replaced it free within two days. One hiccup: timelines sometimes stretch when permit inspections fall between electrical and finishing phases, and a couple of customers wished they'd known the full scope cost upfront. (We couldn't find a single reviewer who regretted the final result, even if the process took longer than expected.)

Renewable USA is a reasonable choice if you prioritize competitive pricing and a personalized sales process, but expect limited support once the system is running. We found two types of experiences in the review data: customers from 2011 through 2020 described timely installs, transparent pricing (often thousands less than competitors), and follow-up that ranged from adequate to excellent. One homeowner appreciated the team's willingness to return six months after installation to optimize panel performance, while another praised quick inverter replacements under warranty. But more recent reviews flagged response delays and service gaps that earlier customers never mentioned. Two homeowners reported outages lasting months or years, with no resolution despite repeated outreach. If you want an installer who'll underpromise on price and deliver clean work on schedule, they fit the bill. If you expect proactive monitoring or fast troubleshooting three years down the road, you may end up chasing them.

Innovative Electric Solar runs lean, does the work fast, and leans heavily on owner John Bleem to handle both the technical side and customer relationships. We found 10 reviews praising him by name for troubleshooting failed inverters, rewiring panel strings on the spot, and working through Easter Sunday to pass a final inspection. In one case, he replaced an inverter, then came back the next day to completely rewire the panel configuration when the first fix didn't work. The speed stands out: one installation went from contract to generating power in under a week, and reviewers consistently mention two-day installs for full systems. The trade-off is inconsistency in pricing. Two reviewers reported quotes that ballooned mid-project, one jumping from $5,500 to over $6,000 for a six-panel addition, with threats to remove completed work if the extra charges weren't paid. We couldn't find enough reviews to judge how often this happens, but the pattern is worth knowing.

Sun Capital gets most of the basics right but stumbles on follow-through. We found 11 reviewers who praised the company for quick installs and clean work, with some mentioning installation timelines measured in weeks rather than months. One homeowner watched their Edison bill drop to $10 after the system went live. But we also noticed a troubling pattern: 5 reviews described major breakdowns in service after the contract was signed, including one case where a customer reported being charged for a battery that was never installed and another who was hit with $1,000 in utility penalties after installers left the system running before inspection approval. The positive experiences share a common thread of named staff (Omar, Aaron, Mike) staying responsive through permitting headaches, with 2 customers crediting the team for salvaging orphaned SunPower systems after the manufacturer's bankruptcy. The negative reviews, though fewer, describe vanishing project managers and billing disputes that stretched for weeks. If you value a company that will text you updates and chase down utility paperwork, Sun Capital delivers that. If you need ironclad project oversight and zero chance of post-sale chaos, the risk here is real.

Good Power is a safe pick if you want a low-pressure solar installer who'll walk you through permitting headaches. We found 13 reviews praising the owner's willingness to spend months answering questions before a customer even signed, and one reviewer mentioned a 9-month decision process where the company never pushed for a close. That patience paid off in execution: 9 reviews highlighted smooth project management, and we couldn't find a pattern of botched timelines or surprise costs. The company's broker model means you get quotes from multiple panel manufacturers instead of being locked into one brand's inventory, which several customers cited as the reason they chose Good Power over single-supplier competitors. One reviewer dropped their bimonthly utility bill from $1,000 to under $270 after installation, though we noticed only 3 reviews mentioned follow-up support after the system went live. If you're comparing purely on post-installation service, look for an installer with a stronger track record of long-term responsiveness. But if you want someone who'll coordinate roofing permits and explain financing without the hard sell, Good Power delivers.

Immaculate Roofing won't dazzle you with flashy promises, but they'll show up and do the work right. We analyzed their track record and found a company that earns trust through consistent execution rather than sales theatrics. One homeowner called Derek years after a repair to report a new leak in a different section of the roof, and a crew arrived within an hour to patch it under warranty. That follow-through isn't universal in this industry. The workmanship holds up: 137 reviews mention quality installation, and we couldn't find a pattern of callbacks for shoddy flashing or missed nails. What sets them apart is transparency in quoting. Derek walks customers through line-item estimates that spell out radiant barrier, wood replacement allowances, and permit costs, while competitors bury those as add-ons. The crew cleans obsessively (one carpenter visibly uncomfortable leaving a loose cable wire even when the homeowner said not to bother), and project managers text updates throughout the job. Communication stumbles appear in about 15 percent of reviews, mostly around callback speed when Derek juggles multiple sites, but those complaints rarely involve unfinished work or surprise charges.

Green Hill Solar delivers solid installations at competitive prices. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found two clear patterns: fast project timelines (multiple customers report contract-to-completion in weeks, not months) and responsive sales reps who actually answer follow-up questions. Seventeen reviewers praised the value, and fifteen singled out the installation crew for careful workmanship. One customer watched their first bill drop below expectations after a 22-panel system went live in under a month. But we also found warning signs you need to know about. One detailed account describes a five-month ordeal involving surprise permit fees over $1,000, a subcontractor with state violations, and roof damage from disconnected HVAC piping. Another reviewer reports being threatened by the owner over a receipt dispute. These aren't isolated complaints about slow permitting. They describe breakdowns in project oversight and customer treatment that contradict the majority experience.

California Solar Group delivers solid installations and competitive pricing, but their reliability has slipped. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a clear split: earlier customers rave about fast installs and attentive service, while recent reviews describe ignored warranty claims and unfinished electrical work. One homeowner waited two months for a city-required panel correction that was never completed, racking up utility bills while the system sat offline. Another reported a malfunctioning panel under warranty with no response from the company. The bright spot is workmanship during installation—11 reviewers praised clean, efficient crews who completed systems in one to two days, and several noted the company handled permitting and utility coordination without friction. Post-install support is the weak link. If you're weighing this installer, know that you may get excellent value and a smooth install, but warranty service is inconsistent. (One customer had to troubleshoot a storage issue on a Sunday and got same-day help. Another has been waiting months. Good luck predicting which experience you'll have.)

American Array delivers dependable solar installations at competitive prices. We analyzed their portfolio and found consistent execution on the fundamentals: installations that meet city and utility approvals on the first try, systems producing at or above estimates years later, and warranty repairs handled within days rather than weeks. One customer reported an Enphase communication board failure two years in; American Array scheduled the fix within 48 hours and had parts on-site while the system kept generating power. Reviews show 338 mentions of solid workmanship, often tied to clean conduit runs, properly grounded electrical, and painted hardware that blends with the roofline. Their project manager Adam appears in dozens of reviews for remembering panel-level details months after install and troubleshooting shading issues over Zoom rather than dispatching a truck. (If you enjoy monitoring your system obsessively, you'll appreciate that level of hand-holding.) What's missing: the premium financing options and battery-integration expertise we see from top-tier installers. You're paying for quality hardware and reliable follow-up, not cutting-edge energy management.

All Valley Solar earns trust through workmanship, not flash. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company that does good work when they show up, but stumbles on the business basics that separate reliable contractors from risky ones. One homeowner added five pool-heating panels to a 20-year-old system and reported they "work amazing and look sensational," while another called back years later with a malfunction and had a technician walk them through the fix over the phone the same day. Workmanship scored 4.5 out of 5, anchored by 21 mentions of quality installation and repair work. Post-sale support hit 4.0, with 17 reviewers praising responsive service calls. But value dropped to 3.6, dragged down by five complaints about unexpected charges or disputed invoices. In one case, a roof removal and reinstall led to leaks that soaked furniture and damaged ceilings, the customer reported the office line went unanswered during the aftermath. If you're hiring them for pool solar or a straightforward repair, the field crew will likely treat you right. If the job involves coordination across multiple trades or a warranty claim stretches past the first year, you may find yourself leaving voicemails.

Building Doctors delivers solid energy-efficiency work, but the experience depends heavily on who you get. We found 24 reviewers who praised their workmanship, especially on complex whole-house retrofits involving insulation, ductwork, and HVAC replacements. One homeowner waited two years to write a review just to confirm the results held up: her house went from hitting 80 degrees on scorchers to retaining morning cool well into the afternoon. The energy audits stand out. Two technicians spent hours testing a 1932 bungalow, then delivered a 72-page report identifying hidden safety issues and explaining exactly why other contractors wanted to install an AC unit twice the necessary size. We also noticed a pattern of post-sale support that verges on the obsessive. One customer called seven years after a water heater install, got a text back at 7pm on a Friday, and had a technician walk her husband through a reset over the phone the next morning at no charge. But three reviews describe a very different company: contract terms changed the night before work began, jobs stretching over a year past deadline, and an owner who responds to complaints with vague legal threats.

360 Electric handles routine electrical work and solar installs competently, but responsiveness is a coin flip. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a clear split: customers who need one-time jobs mostly praise the crew's professionalism and fair pricing, while those who need follow-up service describe weeks of unreturned calls. One apartment-building owner cycled through electricians like underwear before finding 360, and stuck with them for four years of panel replacements and line runs. Another homeowner waited three weeks for a gate-motor callback, watched a tech disappear after promising a Monday return, then left four unanswered voicemails in a row. The solar work earns consistent praise. Eight reviewers report smooth installs at competitive prices, and one noted the crew threw in LED bulb swaps to cut two panels from the quote. Gate-motor jobs are a different story: 14 reviews mention them, and nearly half describe drawn-out repair cycles or no-shows. If you're hiring them for a contained project with a clear end date, you'll likely get solid work at a fair price. If you need a vendor who picks up the phone reliably after the install, keep looking.

Coast Electric will get your electrical work done, but you'll need to manage the process yourself. We analyzed dozens of recent customer accounts and found a clear pattern: the crew delivers solid workmanship once they're onsite (27 reviewers praised their technical skill, and we saw only one complaint about the quality of finished work), but getting to that point can be frustrating. One homeowner hired them for a panel upgrade and EV charger installation. The technical work passed city inspection, but Coast forgot to schedule that inspection in the first place, delaying the project by two weeks and requiring multiple follow-up visits to fix workmanship issues they'd initially missed. Another customer appreciated the clear upfront estimate and professional communication, only to discover a $45 service call fee that contradicted the $0 fee advertised on Thumbtack. The biggest disconnect is scheduling and follow-through. Nineteen reviewers highlighted fair pricing and efficient onsite work, yet eight mentioned delays, missed inspections, or vague cost breakdowns that felt arbitrary. If you need a straightforward repair and plan to verify every step yourself (confirm inspection dates, double-check the scope before they leave), Coast Electric's experienced techs will likely do the job well. But if you're counting on the contractor to manage timelines and catch their own mistakes, you may end up making more calls than you expected.

American Electric is the contractor you call when you need reliable electrical work at a fair price. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found two standout patterns: speed and versatility. One homeowner got a same-day visit on a 103-degree day after their dental office breaker died, and the repair cost half what another electrician quoted. Another customer had American Electric rewire their entire house, add a 220V garage outlet, install an EV charger, wire a home theater, and fix their AC over several years. The crew consistently shows up on time, finishes projects in a single visit when possible, and leaves job sites clean. We found 39 mentions of workmanship quality and couldn't locate a single complaint about shoddy wiring or code issues. The downside: communication lapses appear in a handful of reviews, including one no-show for a scheduled quote and another messy stucco patch that cost the homeowner $600 to fix. If you need an electrician who won't exploit an emergency and can handle everything from recessed lights to whole-house generators, American Electric delivers solid work without the premium markup.

Solar Vast earns high marks for installation speed and initial service, but a pattern of abandoned customers raises serious concerns. We found multiple reports of systems failing within two to three years, then silence from the company when homeowners called for help. One reviewer paid $45,000 and later received a $5,488 utility bill after their system underperformed, called repeatedly for maintenance, and eventually got hung up on. Another watched their monthly output drop from 700 kWh to 50 kWh over two years, emailed for weeks, and was told to wait indefinitely for parts. The 52 positive mentions of workmanship and 90 compliments on sales conduct tell us installation day goes smoothly. But 11 negative signals for post-sale support and stories of roof leaks, exposed wiring, and unanswered service requests tell us what happens when something breaks. If you need repairs in year three, you may find yourself calling a lawyer instead of a technician.

ProSolar has a strong track record with most customers, but recent patterns show concerning gaps in follow-through that could leave you waiting months longer than promised. We analyzed reviews spanning over a decade and found two distinct experiences. In one review, a homeowner waited 10.5 months for Tesla Powerwall installation after being promised 12 weeks, then got ghosted when asking the owner to correct a basic settings error that Tesla's own support team fixed in five minutes. In another, a customer paid nearly $40,000 for a system only to be met with silence when the gateway stopped working a year later. These aren't isolated complaints. 33 reviews describe delays, repeated inspection failures, and unanswered service calls despite premium pricing. The company's responsiveness seems to hinge entirely on geography and timing. ProSolar California only sends crews north when they've stockpiled enough jobs, stretching timelines by weeks or months. On the flip side, 160 reviews praised the installation quality itself, and 189 mentioned smooth project execution when things stay on schedule. If you're in South Florida where the company is based, you'll likely get the attentive service that earned them repeat business from commercial clients over ten years. If you're outside their home market or need post-install support, prepare for radio silence when problems arise.

NuWatt Energy shows two very different faces. Installation crews do solid work, 112 reviews mention clean rooftop installations and quality equipment like Panasonic panels, and when hardware fails, the company replaces inverters within days of receiving parts from the manufacturer. But after you sign, communication collapses. We found a customer who emailed for six months trying to schedule the second half of an installation, the crew left a half-dug trench across his driveway, and NuWatt ghosted him when he asked about the $700 landscaping bill to finish their work. Another homeowner documented 11 weeks of radio silence about a dead panel, eventually filing a non-responsive installer claim with Panasonic to get a different company assigned. The permit mistakes are harder to forgive: one customer specified in writing (before signing) that permits needed to come from Warwick, not East Greenwich. NuWatt pulled them from the wrong town anyway, then went silent for weeks after the error surfaced. If following up is not your strong suit, you will spend a lot of time chasing this company.

SolarTech delivers fast, clean installations and responsive repairs. One homeowner came back for a second system after four years of zero problems and near-zero electric bills. Another called on a weekend about a pool heater, and the manager answered via FaceTime and sent a crew the same day to tweak the setup. We found 556 mentions of workmanship quality, and reviewers repeatedly singled out installers like Rafael for leaving job sites spotless and answering questions without impatience. The company uses SunPower panels with micro-inverters, which cost more upfront but avoid the months-long service nightmares we saw in reviews of cheaper competitors. Post-sale support earned 576 positive mentions, including technicians who troubleshoot over the phone in five minutes instead of charging diagnostic fees. The value score sits at 3.8 out of 5, with 116 negative mentions. Some customers felt the premium wasn't justified, and a few noted that final cleanup required follow-up.

AWS Solar stumbles in ways that should give you pause. We found a homeowner who followed their turn-on instructions to the letter, only to discover eight weeks later that the crew had left the main breaker off—costing her $455 in grid charges and prompting zero apology or reimbursement from the company. That's not a one-off wiring mistake; it's a post-install accountability gap. Reviews show stellar marks for workmanship and technician expertise—286 mentions of flawless panel performance, a handful of homeowners celebrating $1,200 monthly bills dropping to $25—but the post-sale support score of 4.7 lags behind every other metric. We noticed 10 complaints about follow-up responsiveness, and the breaker story suggests AWS doesn't own its errors when the install crew walks away. If you want panels that perform beautifully and don't mind chasing down support issues yourself, the hardware will likely deliver. But if you expect a company to fix a $500 mistake they caused—or at least say sorry—you may be disappointed.

Bright World's sales team is stellar, but proceed carefully with the installation phase. We analyzed reviews covering consultations through activation and found that while 132 reviews praised sales reps like Luis Rea and Ganita Koonopakarn for patient, pressure-free explanations, 12 customers reported post-sale support problems. One homeowner waited three months for city inspections to finalize activation (a common permitting reality), but others describe communication gaps once panels were on the roof. The company excels at educating first-time solar buyers, with 46 reviews noting attentive project updates and fast timelines. However, 11 customers flagged coordination hiccups, including one case where the installation crew placed panels in the wrong spot despite Bright World's own site plan, requiring the rep to intervene. The value proposition is solid, with 49 reviews citing competitive pricing and genuine monthly savings. But if something goes sideways after signing, you may need to lean heavily on your original sales rep rather than a dedicated support team. (One customer joked they kept Luis Rea in their phone contacts like a family member, which is sweet until you realize it shouldn't be necessary.)

ArtGreen Solar earns praise for basics but shows troubling gaps in follow-through. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a company that handles permits smoothly and installs quality equipment, yet stumbles when things go wrong. One homeowner watched crews arrive in the middle of the night to tarp her roof during unexpected rain. Another had an inverter fail two months in and didn't notice until the owner emailed to say parts were on order. That's the pattern: proactive monitoring when systems go down, but you're relying on the company to catch problems before you do. Seventy-one reviews describe straightforward sales without upselling, and 82 mention timely project steps. But we noticed a concerning thread: several customers report cosmetic roof damage from tile installations that required self-repair later, and one review mentions a shorted panel blamed on utility wiring that the company fixed only after finger-pointing could have started. If you want premium panels and someone who'll chase down city inspectors over a missing sticker, ArtGreen delivers. If you expect a contractor to prevent roof damage rather than patch some of it, you may find yourself finishing the job.

Sky Limit Energy has left a trail of abandoned customers. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a sharp split: 21 customers described smooth installations with helpful communication and tidy work, while 7 reported being ghosted after payments, some waiting nearly two years for refunds or repairs the owner promised but never delivered. One homeowner paid in full and watched 9 inverters fail, then spent months chasing the company for a replacement while losing generation credits daily. Another discovered roof leaks and attic mold after installation, then learned the company had changed names multiple times, making accountability nearly impossible. The owner's pattern of rebranding from Sun X Solar to Sky Limit Energy without notifying existing clients is a red flag we can't ignore. Even satisfied customers noted the company "was going through significant changes" and the owner "alone has been handling most admin and fieldwork." That's not a sustainable operation when your roof warranty depends on the company answering the phone in five years.

SavOn Solar earns strong marks for installation quality, but a pattern of unresponsiveness after the sale should give you pause. One homeowner hired them to salvage a failed project from another contractor and watched the crew follow current best practices on every roof penetration. Another measured their first-year production and found it beat the original estimate, with zero leaks after a full rainy season. We found 12 mentions of project management that ran smoothly from permit to final inspection. But support after installation is inconsistent. While 6 reviews praised follow-up, we also spotted examples of communication lapses when homeowners needed post-sale help. One customer mentioned Rafael checking in a year later, which is reassuring. Then again, if a sales rep charges $15 for a quote after advertising free estimates, you have to wonder what other surprises might surface. The workmanship itself is solid. Just don't expect the same responsiveness once the panels are on your roof.

Air Conditioning Unlimited delivers fast emergency repairs and clean installations, but struggles with follow-up when problems surface. One homeowner paid $5,100 for a coil replacement only to wake up to ceiling leaks and an attic full of water damage, the unit installed crooked so it never drained properly. Another customer spent two weeks calling for a simple leak repair and never got a callback. We found 22 reviews praising responsive scheduling and tidy work, yet 7 describe rude interactions or vanishing techs once the invoice is paid. During heat emergencies, they shine: one elderly customer got a next-day diagnosis and a new unit installed in three days during a July heatwave. For routine replacements, reviews mention fair pricing (one quote came in at half a competitor's estimate) and technicians who explain options clearly. But when installations go wrong, the pattern shifts to blame-shifting and radio silence. If you need a quick fix during a scorching week, they'll likely show up. If your new system starts leaking through the ceiling, you may be on your own.

ArtGreen Construction aced the fundamentals but fell short on follow-through in a handful of cases. We found 48 reviewers praising their workmanship and 50 highlighting responsive project management, yet a small subset describes delays or miscommunication that left them waiting weeks for resolution. In one case, a homeowner had an inverter fail two months in and only learned about it when the owner emailed first, then watched parts delays stretch for a week during a heat wave. Another customer praised the company for showing up in the middle of the night to tarp a roof when unexpected rain hit, illustrating that when ArtGreen is on top of a problem, they mobilize fast. We noticed a pattern: 25 reviewers explicitly mentioned post-installation support with zero complaints, but permitting and utility coordination slowed timelines in multiple accounts. The owner talked one client out of adding a battery and another out of extra panels, both times running a cost analysis to prove the upsell wasn't worth it. (If you've ever met a contractor who refused to take your money, you know how rare that is.) Installations typically wrap in a single day, crews replace rotted wood without charging extra, and the team handles inspections and utility paperwork end-to-end.

Precision Electric's track record is erratic in ways that should give you pause. One homeowner watched them abandon a residential project mid-job, leaving their toolbox behind and loose wire nuts in every box. Another paid $750 for two hours after technicians couldn't diagnose a problem until the homeowner himself directed them to a faulty fixture. We found 14 mentions of solid workmanship when jobs went well, but 5 reviews describe post-sale support breakdowns: unanswered calls, projects left unfinished, even a disputed lien filed without a signed contract. The company scores well on sales conduct (9 positive mentions, zero negative), yet several customers report spending days on hold or never hearing back after the initial appointment. If you need a simple service call and can verify references from recent similar jobs, they may deliver. But if your project involves multiple visits or any complexity, the inconsistency in follow-through is a red flag you can't ignore.

Mega Solar nailed the installation, then allegedly ghosted a customer for three months while their inverter sat dead. We found over 60 reviews praising clean workmanship and knowledgeable sales reps who take time to educate rather than upsell. In one case, an electrician spent six months navigating city permits and rewiring subpanels to make a tricky job work. But 15 reviews describe a monitoring failure that let one homeowner rack up a $2,000 electricity bill before anyone noticed the inverter had failed. The company replaced the hardware, offered to cover a quarter of the bill, then went silent. (We're guessing that homeowner now checks their app more often than their email.) Post-sale support scores trail every other category by a full point, and 16 reviews cite scheduling gaps or unresponsive follow-up after the panels go live.

iGreen Remodeling does skilled roofing work, but falls apart on larger projects. One homeowner hired them for a bathroom addition and kitchen remodel, then had to call three times about a post-job ceiling leak before anyone responded. A project manager in San Jose collected $47,000 from an elderly widow over two years, missed appointments repeatedly, and left the solar system incomplete. We found 11 reviews describing no-shows and ignored callbacks, while 5 customers reported high-pressure sales tactics. The roofing side of the business earns consistent praise. 60 reviews mention solid workmanship, and 45 people specifically called out punctual crews, clean job sites, and thorough explanations during roof replacements. One customer watched the crew bounce on rotted plywood to demonstrate termite damage before replacing it. But the remodeling and solar arms operate differently. In one case, workers demolished a bathroom before permits were even filed, then disappeared for weeks. Another crew installed shower trim vertically against the homeowner's explicit wishes, telling her their way was better. If you need a roof replaced and can work directly with their roofing crew, the work quality is there. But if your project involves multiple trades, drawn-out timelines, or solar installation in Northern California, you will likely spend months chasing them down.

Chandler's Roofing delivers solid work, but the gaps between their best and worst days are jarring. We found 149 reviewers who praised their workmanship, and one homeowner watched their new roof survive two major storms and 40 mph winds without a single lifted shingle. Another hired them to coordinate a flat-roof replacement around 26 solar panels and a last-minute cancellation from the solar company, a logistical nightmare that Chandler's navigated without complaint. But we also found 34 complaints about project management stumbles and one reviewer who called them "horrible to deal with and extremely expensive," regretting the hire outright. The company earns high marks for cleanup and communication when things go right. One commercial client had to wait four months for a small repair, then needed three return visits before the leak finally stopped. The owner kept coming back and charged fairly for the extra work, but the delays and repeated failures tested the client's patience. If you value proven durability and can tolerate scheduling friction, they're worth considering. If you need a contractor who moves fast and hits deadlines on the first swing, look elsewhere.

Bilt-Well Roofing has serious reliability problems that overshadow its workmanship. In one condo project, the crew worked through 100-degree days and communicated daily about AC downtime, finishing a complex tile-plus-solar job in five days with only two stray nails found afterward. In another case, a flat roof leaked badly within three years, shedding roofing material like sand every time it rained, and the company blamed Tesla despite zero solar panels in the leak zones. We found 22 complaints about missed appointments and communication breakdowns, including one contractor who spent three months chasing no-shows for a 15-minute drive. The front office operates like a roulette wheel: you might reach someone helpful, or you might get Lupe, who multiple reviewers describe as rude and unavailable. When a crew accidentally installed standard grey material instead of the ordered white Polyglass, operations manager Lupe did send her son to oversee a full redo. But two other customers reported jobs that came in at double the original estimate, one jumping from 30k to 65k with undisclosed add-ons.

Sustainable Electric Solutions has a reputation for skilled installations, but their after-sale support is hit or miss. We found 15 reviewers praised the company's workmanship without a single complaint about installation quality. One homeowner relied on them for 15 years across multiple projects, from panels to EV chargers, and called them more trustworthy than any competitor. Reviews show the team can knock out complex EV charger runs in a single day, and one installer independently ran new electrical lines from a power pole to a parking spot without breaking a sweat. But we also noticed a concerning pattern: when something fails months or years later, customers report waiting weeks or months for callbacks that never come. One reviewer waited over a year for a repair on a system that hadn't worked in 12 months, despite calling two to three times a week. Another described a seven-month wait for a recalled charger replacement, only to have it fail again within a week and then wait two more months for a return visit. The installation crew earns glowing reviews, but if you need support after they pack up their tools, you may be left chasing them.

Eco Technology left customers paying for solar panels that never turned on. In nine months one homeowner got nothing but the runaround about activation while a third-party company billed them anyway. We found a pattern that should alarm anyone considering this installer. Five reviewers describe missed appointments, unresponsive communication, and delays activating systems after installation. One reviewer waited 45 minutes for a scheduled sales interview before leaving, which hints at how the company treats commitments. Two detailed accounts accuse the company of deceptive door-to-door tactics involving PACE loans and falsified contracts. The workmanship scores look decent (9 mentions of solid installations), but post-sale support sits at a troubling 2.8 with more negative mentions than positive. If you need solar panels that actually generate power instead of just sitting on your roof collecting dust, keep looking.

Pacific Green Homes has a split personality problem. On your own property, the team shows up on time, delivers clean work, and owner Asher Ederi appears daily to check progress. One homeowner raved about a kitchen-fireplace remodel that transformed their entertainment space, completed on schedule with polite crews. But if you're unlucky enough to live next door to a Pacific Green job site, expect a different experience entirely. Two neighbors reported workers blasting music so loud they could hear it through closed windows, then laughing when asked to turn it down. Even after the landlord contacted site management, nothing changed. We found evidence of billing disputes too. One customer was charged extra to reinstall lights and fans the crew removed, despite a written contract stating reinstallation was included. When challenged with the original design documents, the owner went silent and told his assistant he wanted no referrals from that client. The workmanship itself earns consistent praise across kitchen remodels, solar installs, and roof replacements. But the lack of accountability when problems arise is harder to ignore.

American Solar Power has a split personality, and you need to know which version you'll get. One homeowner watched a crew show up 15 minutes early, finish a 20-panel install in a day, and leave the yard so clean the only trace was a single plastic water bottle. Another paid for a system with a "100% guarantee," then couldn't get a callback when the savings never materialized. We found strong workmanship signals: 10 reviewers praised the installation quality, and crews routinely passed inspection on the first try. But the post-sale support is uneven. Three customers describe unanswered voicemails, unexpected service fees (one was quoted $250 just to reset a monitoring connection), and guarantees that evaporated after the contract was signed. The company does solid electrical work—the roof attachments are a known weak spot, as one homeowner had to hire a roofer to reseal all the flashings—but whether they'll pick up the phone six months later is a coin flip.

California NRG has serious problems you need to know about. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company that seems to operate two separate businesses under one name. Solar installations from 2018 consistently went smoothly, with crews finishing in a single day and Spanish-speaking staff handling permits without drama. But ADU projects from 2019 onward tell a completely different story. One homeowner discovered mid-project that California NRG was merely a sales office, and the actual contractor left their backyard looking like a tornado hit, worked two days a week, then disappeared when subcontractor lien notices arrived. Another waited a month for a basic water heater fix while the company kept sending invoices for new charges. We found complaints about destroyed landscaping, missing equipment, code violations the company refused to address, and in one case, a homeowner's property filmed and posted to YouTube without permission. The mismatch between early solar reviews and recent ADU disasters suggests either a major operational shift or inconsistent contractor quality that makes this company too unpredictable to trust with a major home investment.

We found a split-decision pattern: some homeowners saved money for years without incident, but others paid five figures for systems that stopped generating power and couldn't get help. One reviewer in New Jersey described panels sitting dark for months while support tickets went unanswered, eventually leaving them with both a $600 electric bill and a lease payment. Another spent over $30,000 in 2021 only to discover two years later that warranty claims were denied and Hyperion stopped returning calls. The sales process earned consistent praise for patience and responsiveness, especially from reps like Mike Sgambati and Ian, who stayed in touch after contract signing. But post-installation support is where things fracture. We found multiple reports of conduit leaks, failed inspections, and systems that never passed utility approval, with some customers waiting years for resolutions that never came. If you prioritize upfront guidance and panel quality over long-term accountability, you might tolerate the risk. But if you need a company that will still pick up the phone when something breaks in year three, the evidence suggests looking elsewhere.

Haven Energy gets high marks for patient, knowledgeable sales reps, but the post-sale experience can collapse without warning. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found 38 people praising David Kimball by name for clear explanations of California's SGIP battery program. One homeowner who hired them for a battery-only install, though, watched their SGIP application expire due to Haven's delays, then lost $9,000 in NEM1 benefits when they were forced onto NEM3. Another waited three months for installation, repeatedly emailing about incorrect permit documents, and got no response until leaving a public review. When installation issues did surface (messy wiring, improperly placed sensors), customers had to troubleshoot alone. In one case, a homeowner reported ceiling water stains a week after install, got silence from Haven, then watched their ceiling drip "like a waterfall" when it finally rained. The 81 reviews citing smooth project management tell a different story than the handful describing total communication blackouts, but those blackouts led to verifiable financial harm.

Premier Home Solutions sells a lot more than solar. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and discovered that most customers weren't actually reviewing solar installations. They were reviewing door-to-door sales reps who switched their TV, internet, and cable providers, a business line that triggered 38 reviews filled with confusion over missed cancellations, wrong account details, and high-pressure tactics after dark. One homeowner reported a salesman staying past midnight to close a deal while their toddler fell asleep on the couch. When we isolated the solar reviews, we found a serious red flag: one customer received a $16,000 lien on their house because the subcontractor Premier hired never paid the equipment supplier, and Premier took a "not my problem" stance. Even positive solar reviews mention savings and low bills, but almost no one describes the installation process, permitting follow-through, or post-install support in detail. The company's trust score sits at 4.3 for workmanship and 4.2 for project management, numbers that reflect a pattern of inconsistent execution once the contract is signed.

SaveCal's installation crews do solid work when they finally show up. We found 61 mentions of good workmanship, from clean window installations to careful HVAC work that left homes spotless. But getting to that point means navigating a mess of scheduling chaos and communication breakdowns. One homeowner waited seven months for permits and inspections after installation, another endured a week-long AC install in 115-degree heat because the warehouse kept sending wrong parts. The pattern repeats across hundreds of reviews: salespeople promise fast timelines, then projects stall for weeks while you chase down reps who have no update beyond

Stanley Louis has a track record on boiler and plumbing work, but their solar service raises red flags. One homeowner called six times for a no-hot-water problem, and the company kept leaving after declaring it fixed, only for the issue to return days later. Another paid for a solar water heater diagnosis, was promised a return visit with the replacement part, then never saw the technician again (though accounting called the next day to collect). We found a pattern of unresolved solar issues and disputed billing. Four reviews describe recurring problems or broken follow-up promises, and one customer paid over $4,000 only to learn labor coverage ends at 30 days. On the boiler side, eight reviewers call Stanley Louis their go-to for hydronic heating, and one property manager has relied on them for 15 years after they fixed a rooftop broiler for $450 instead of the quoted $20,000 replacement. If you need a Raypak boiler repaired, their technicians know the systems cold. If you're considering them for solar water heating, the record suggests you'll be chasing them for callbacks.

This company has a troubling pattern of disappearing when you need them most. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a sharp divide: new customers praise fast timelines and tidy job sites, but former clients trying to use their warranties describe unanswered calls and broken promises. In one case, a homeowner with a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship called about a leak five years after installation and was told the original contractor had gone out of business, leaving Western Roofing (the parent brand) unwilling to honor the coverage. Another customer spent over $30,000 on a combined roof and solar job, then watched three months of delays turn into radio silence when he requested a small follow-up quote. The disconnect is stark: 69 reviews mention strong workmanship during the install, but 15 reviews describe post-sale support failures, and several note that regional offices close without notice. If you do move forward, document everything in writing and confirm which legal entity is backing your warranty, because the sales rep you shake hands with may not be the one answering the phone in five years.

BDS Solar has a troubling split. We found repeat customers who trusted owner Ken Sampson for second and third installations, saying he navigated tough utility red tape and even handled unpaid warranty recalls a year after install. One commercial client used the company three times over nine years. But we also uncovered a pattern of serious fraud allegations: three reviewers accused the owner of stealing rebate checks, installing used equipment without disclosure, and ghosting customers once the deposit cleared. One homeowner said their system sat disconnected for over a month because paperwork was never filed with the utility despite repeated claims it had been sent. Another reported the owner stopped returning calls nine months into a one-year warranty, and the office secretary flatly refused a minor repair. Twenty-two reviewers praised fast, clean installations and transparent pricing. Six others used words like "thief," "fraud," and "deceptive." The gap is stark.

NRG Clean Power leaves us with serious concerns. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company where experience quality depends entirely on which coordinator you draw. One customer paid their deposit in 2021 and a year later still had zero electrical work done, a rotted fascia board the roofer tried to hide, and a project manager who quit without anyone telling them. Another signed in November 2024 for a Powerwall, waited seven months for installation, then waited four more months with the system still not connected to the grid despite sending multiple emails that went unanswered. The positive stories do exist: 251 reviews praised workmanship quality, and coordinators like Shelley and Aracely earned repeat mentions for chasing down permit delays and proactively monitoring systems after service calls. But 116 reviews flagged value problems, and the delays aren't outliers. One reviewer noted NRG's remove-and-reinstall fees ran $4,200 compared to $2,200 at competing companies. We found this company either delivers a polished experience or leaves you chasing them for months, and you won't know which until you're already in.

Horizon Solar Electric has a split personality we couldn't reconcile. The electrical work earns consistent praise. Luis handled panel upgrades, EV charger installs, and lighting fixes with skill that left customers eager to hire him again. But the solar side tells a grimmer story. One homeowner with four systems worth $2M spent a year trying to get post-installation problems fixed, describing promised callbacks that never came and a revolving-door service department. We found seven reviews flagging high-pressure sales tactics that shifted pricing mid-pitch, refused to provide written quotes, and ignored repeated requests to stop calling after customers chose competitors. The promotional gift card that lured one homeowner to an appointment never arrived despite three follow-ups. Only one solar customer praised the communication, and even she noted installation delays that required routine reassurance calls to prevent panic.

Voltaic has serious follow-through problems. Reviews show a pattern: attentive sales reps disappear after you sign, leaving you chasing phantom owners and missed city inspections for months. One customer in Hesperia signed in January and waited until September with the system still not running, calling the city inspector himself twice because the office kept providing wrong timeframes. Another had their Tesla battery installed in August but still no utility approval in January, with little communication from Voltaic during the four-month limbo. We found 67 mentions of solid workmanship and 16 reviewers praised install crews for leaving sites cleaner than they found them, so the physical work gets done well when crews actually show up. But 21 reviews describe poor follow-up, unresponsive project managers, and sales reps who go MIA post-contract. Even the positive reviews hint at trouble: one glowing September review about a smooth battery install was updated in January to note zero contact from Voltaic during months of utility gridlock.

Solar Unlimited delivers solid installations but stumbles badly on follow-up service. One customer waited two months for a panel reinstall, enduring multiple contract rewrites and mounting-bracket debates, only to have the company bail entirely. Another spent a full day waiting for a technician who showed up seven hours late without a ladder. Reviews reveal a sharp divide: 33 customers praised the installation crews for skilled work and clean trenching, while 14 described service as unresponsive and disorganized. The frustration centers on missed appointments and conflicting information from the office. In one case, a sales rep quoted a promotional price in person, the office sent a higher proposal, a manager promised to honor the original number, then the rep reversed course and blamed the manager. The company does maintain install records going back decades. When service calls go smoothly, customers report fair billing and quick fixes. But the pattern of scheduling chaos and communication breakdowns means you're gambling on whether you'll reach someone helpful or get stuck in limbo.

Solar Center has a serious sales culture problem that overshadows its installation work. We found three early customers who praised smooth installs and real savings, one cutting a $700 monthly bill down to nearly zero with no upfront cost. But we also noticed a troubling pattern: six reviewers described relentless telemarketing calls even after asking to be removed from lists, and one claimed a caller turned vulgar and threatening when pressed. The disconnect gets worse when money enters the picture. Three reviews allege the company withheld referral bonuses and sales commissions, including a 76-year-old who referred two family members and never saw payment. (One former sales rep suggested the owner's luxury car budget came at their expense.) The installation crew may do fine work, but the business practices raise red flags we can't ignore.

Semper Solaris leaves too many customers stranded when systems fail. We found over 200 reviews describing the same pattern: months-long delays for basic repairs, project managers who vanish mid-job, and warranties that turn out to be meaningless when you actually need help. One homeowner paid $55,000 for an off-grid setup with two Tesla batteries, waited two years for installation, then spent seven days trying to get anyone to jumpstart the dead batteries while a hurricane approached. Another family started their solar project in September, watched workers fail inspections for forgetting to install equipment they left sitting in boxes, and still had no working system 15 months later. The workmanship scores look decent until something breaks, then the support infrastructure collapses. When you need a roof repair, they quoted one customer 35% above market rate and refused to remove panels unless he paid their inflated price. The company relies heavily on named staff praise in positive reviews, but the negative ones reveal a coordination breakdown where Eric doesn't know what Ameet promised and Jennifer has no record of either conversation.

Sunlux will install your solar system, but when something goes wrong years later, you may face months of stonewalling before they acknowledge the problem. We found multiple cases where roof leaks traced directly to panel mounting brackets went unaddressed for months despite repeated customer outreach. One homeowner discovered ceiling water damage in May, got a technician visit in June who blamed an unrelated roof vent 20 feet away, then waited until July for Sunlux to remove panels so an independent roofer could find the actual leak under their brackets. Another customer reported a similar timeline: leak discovered, weeks of silence, technician visit that deflected blame, eventual grudging acceptance of responsibility only after the homeowner hired outside help. The pattern repeats across warranty claims. The quality of the original installation work scores respectably (229 positive mentions of workmanship), but post-installation support collapses when you need it most (221 positive versus 97 negative mentions, the worst ratio of any metric we tracked). The silver lining: if you push hard enough and document everything, they eventually cut a check. But you will spend months chasing them, hire your own contractors to diagnose problems they should catch, and likely discover sloppy reinstallation work afterward (crooked panels, broken roof tiles left unfixed, amateur critter guard installation).

This company isn't worth the risk. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a clear pattern: while the systems work well once they're finally running, the path to get there is littered with delays, miscommunication, and rookie mistakes that cost you time and money. One customer was promised a 90-day install but waited five months, enduring missed deliveries, wrong equipment orders, and inspection failures because the installer forgot paperwork. Another was quoted for an 18kW inverter, then told three weeks after signing that the price was wrong and they'd need to pay $4,000 more or accept a smaller unit. The same project manager forgot to submit city permits for a week despite claiming they'd been filed, and never bothered calling the supplier when a $5 cable held up the entire battery shipment for three weeks. We found 56 reviews describing permit delays, procurement fumbles, and project managers who vanished for days at a time. One reviewer had to call the utility himself to learn what paperwork IntegrateSun still owed them. The installers themselves earn praise once they show up, Jorge the electrician was

Silverline Solar collapses the moment you sign the contract. One customer waited 20 months for a system that still doesn't work, with no-call, no-shows piling up so frequently they filed a state complaint. Another watched their promised May install slip to August with zero updates, then got surprise charges for panel upgrades they never approved. We found 14 reviews describing the same pattern: enthusiastic sales teams vanish after the signature, replaced by radio silence or a dismissive CEO who serves as the sole point of contact. Even customers who stuck with Silverline despite higher quotes regretted it once the post-sale support evaporated. Four reviewers mentioned the owner stepping in to salvage disasters, but that's damage control, not a functioning business model. One crew left wiring so botched that Enphase was instructed not to fix it. (The installer apparently wanted to keep a nonfunctional system nonfunctional.) Meanwhile, 47 glowing reviews cite smooth installs and real savings, yet that positive volume can't erase systematic project chaos that leaves solar panels as expensive roof decorations for months on end.

ANR Roofing is not worth the gamble. We found two dozen reviews describing the same infuriating pattern: crews finish the install, collect payment, then vanish when problems emerge. One homeowner emailed the company three times about a leak in a roof they had replaced just months earlier and never received a response, ultimately hiring another contractor to fix it. Another texted photos of ceiling water damage after storm flooding and got radio silence for weeks. The workmanship scores look solid on paper (126 positive mentions), and crews do wrap jobs quickly, but that speed means nothing if the company ghosts you when the ceiling starts dripping. We noticed 27 reviews explicitly flagging missed callbacks, ignored warranty claims, and no-show appointments for post-install repairs. One customer scheduled a small repair, signed a contract, then watched ANR blow through the agreed timeframe without a word. When he asked which roads were supposedly closed (the company's excuse for the delay), the owner deflected three times, then admitted they were simply too busy and lashed out at the homeowner for pressing the issue. If you need a roofer who answers the phone after cashing your check, keep looking.

This company will take your money and leave you with higher bills than before. We found multiple customers who paid tens of thousands for systems that either stopped working within years or never produced the promised savings. One homeowner reported a $545 increase over the previous year despite traveling most of it, another saw bills climb so high they demanded their money back and got silence. When panels fail, you'll wait months for repairs. We tracked repair timelines stretching four to five months even under warranty, with customer service that one reviewer called

Environmental Solar Design is a gamble we wouldn't take. A roofer spots a leak, the company promises free warranty coverage if one exists, then charges you $180 when the tech claims there's no problem—only for the panels to start dripping an hour later. One homeowner showed them an iPhone video of water pooling every morning; it still took a full week and two paid service calls before they acknowledged the leak. We found this pattern repeated across a dozen warranty disputes: customers report leaks or failing sensors within the coverage window, technicians arrive late or skip appointments entirely, then bill for visits that should have been free. The company has loyal longtime clients who praise their pool-heating results and quick leak repairs under warranty, but we also noticed 9 reviews describing disputes over what warranty actually covers. When a second tech fixed one customer's leak in five minutes under warranty after the first had charged $180 to declare no leak existed, the company

California Home Remodeling will take your money and leave you with cracked tiles, a crooked shower, and possibly a flooded roof. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company that either delivers competent solar work or disastrous remodels, with almost nothing in between. One homeowner paid $20,000 for two small bathroom remodels and ended up with an uneven tub she sinks into, grout that looks like a child applied it, and a shower door that won't close. Another hired them for a simple re-roof and watched his kitchen ceiling cave in mid-project. The company collected payment, skipped the final walkthrough, and left him with 14 solar panels collecting dust in his backyard after extorting him for thousands more. Even on successful solar jobs where panels went up smoothly and electric bills dropped, we noticed the same owner's name attached to complaints about vanished warranties and companies that suddenly "went out of business." Fifteen reviewers mentioned scheduling chaos: missed appointments, wrong contact info, project managers who blamed customers for the company's errors. The few positive solar stories can't offset the pattern of botched remodels, abandoned jobsites, and owners who deflect blame instead of fixing mistakes.

LA Solar Solutions delivers what matters most: systems that actually work and bills that plummet. One customer's monthly electric bill dropped from over $1,000 to just $10 after installation, a 99% reduction they called "mind-blowing" two years in. Another had a minor panel issue fixed quickly without hassle, highlighting responsive follow-through. We found 8 reviews praising the installation work itself, with zero complaints about workmanship quality. The crew shows up on time, works efficiently, and leaves properties clean. Reviewers single out staff by name for walking them through unfamiliar solar concepts without pressure, making a complicated process feel seamless. The company also helps customers navigate no-money-down programs, removing the $5,000 to $10,000 barrier that stops many homeowners. Post-sale support scores lower than other areas (3.4 versus 5.0 for workmanship), so you may need to be proactive if questions arise months later. But if you want panels installed right the first time by a team that explains everything clearly, this company has proven it can deliver both.

We don't recommend Southwest Solar. While roughly half of customers had smooth installations and report good communication upfront, the post-sale picture is troubling. One homeowner discovered their system was never turned on for six months after install, racking up bills the whole time. Another had panels up but not producing energy for a year while Southwest went silent on troubleshooting. We found 23 reviews describing post-sale support breakdowns, including customers who can't reach the company when inverters fail or panels stop working. The installation process itself drew 30 complaints about project management, often involving third-party contractors who had to return multiple times to fix code violations. One reviewer's main panel was moved twice, leaving their patio torn up for six months, because the contractor ignored LADWP's placement instructions. Even customers who had good early experiences report that response times crater once the install is done. The company sometimes charges $200 just to send someone to diagnose a problem with equipment they installed.

Celestial Solar will not fix the problems their installers create. We analyzed customer stories spanning several years and found a clear divide: the company can install pool solar panels that reliably heat water, but when something goes wrong, you're on your own. One homeowner described four rescheduled service visits that never happened, confirmed by her security cameras, followed by fabricated excuses from the office about why no one showed up. Another paid for winterization after being assured twice that a tech could help with a wireless connection kit install, only to be told on arrival that it was impossible and then ghosted for weeks while the charge hit her card. We found 24 reviews describing slow or nonexistent follow-up, unresolved warranty disputes, and service calls where techs spent ten minutes on site and left the system worse than before. In one case, a homeowner was told a sensor installed during the original job was wrong and that the one-year warranty clock didn't start until the correct part was installed a year later. 86 reviews mention solid workmanship during the initial install, but 45 describe post-sale support failures. If you hire Celestial and the install goes smoothly, you may get years of warm pool water. If it doesn't, you'll be calling another company to finish the job.

Kussman Electric is too inconsistent to trust. We found a pattern that should alarm any homeowner: customers pay in full, spot problems with the work, then get completely ghosted when they try to reach the company. In one case, a contractor paid $950 for pool solar removal, the owner texted that the job was done, but the crew had only completed half the work and never returned calls or emails. Another homeowner paid for repairs, discovered two issues weren't working properly, and couldn't get a response to fix them. A third customer is suing in small claims court after Kussman installed an exterior breaker panel without required labeling and left a dangerous hookup to the city power line. The positive reviews do mention same-day service and reasonable pricing, but that speed means nothing if the company vanishes the moment you need them to make things right. The workmanship score looks decent until you realize it's propped up by small jobs that went fine, while bigger projects ended in lawsuits.

PacificSky Solar has a serious post-installation problem. One homeowner waited eight months for a warranty panel replacement after the company collected a manufacturer refund but still hasn't sent a crew. Another customer spent two years trying to get a faulty transmitter replaced, then had to threaten BBB involvement just to get someone to look at a roof leak. Reviews show 149 people praised the installation crews for clean, on-schedule work, but 37 called out vanishing support once the panels went live. The pattern is clear: the installers show up, do solid work, then the office loses track of you. We found 24 reviews describing delays stretching past a year for basic warranty fixes, missed inspector appointments with wrong paperwork, and leaks left unaddressed until ceilings threatened to cave. One couple was promised zero electric bills but ended up paying both their utility and the lease every month. The workmanship score of 4.6 tells you the hardware gets installed correctly. The post-sale score of 3.9 tells you what happens when something breaks.

Titanium Power runs free AC and water heater installations through government programs, but the solar work is a mess you should avoid. One customer waited 9 months for solar panels, only to have the crew drill holes in their roof and then ghost them for another 4 months without repairs. Another reported mold in their ceiling from a botched boiler install and crews showing up unannounced at random hours for over a month. We found 12 reviews detailing severe project failures: missing inspections, property damage, and installations that created new problems instead of solving old ones. The post-sale support scored 2.8 out of 5, with 10 negative mentions versus 8 positive. One reviewer accused a sales rep of referring them to a tax service that tried to file fraudulent returns, then refused to refund the $1,500 fee when the customer's CPA flagged the scheme. Meanwhile, 53 reviewers loved their free HVAC upgrades and praised the crews as friendly and professional, but those jobs appear to be totally separate operations with different oversight. If the only thing holding them accountable is a government contract, you're rolling the dice on whether your project gets the care or the chaos.

Sun Solar doesn't belong on your shortlist. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company that leaves too many customers stranded with underperforming systems and vanishing support. One homeowner's system was down for 8 months due to a faulty breaker tripping daily. Despite repeated calls and emails, nobody showed up. Another paid $80,000 for panels and two battery units, only to discover Sun Solar installed just one battery. It took six people in a meeting, charts in hand, before the company admitted the mistake. That same customer still owed PG&E $1,800 at year-end despite the corrected install. Across the reviews, we found 56 accounts of performance failures: systems producing far below the promised output, batteries misconfigured to use only 20% of their capacity, and repair requests ignored for months. The workmanship score is solid (4.4 out of 5), which tells us the installers do clean, competent work. But post-sale support scored just 3.5, and value scored an even lower 3.1. Early adopters praised responsive staff, but recent reviews paint a grimmer picture. The president stopped returning calls, leaving one homeowner with torn stucco and a state contractors board complaint.

This installer leaves too many customers stranded with inoperable systems. We found 11 reviews describing projects that dragged on for a year or more, with panels sitting idle on roofs while homeowners paid monthly loan payments and full electric bills simultaneously. One customer reported paying $200 a month for 12 months on a system that never turned on because Greenpire never finished the utility paperwork. Another is still waiting two years later for basic inspection documents they need for their records. The workmanship scores look solid (68 reviewers praised the install crews for speed and tidiness), but post-sale support collapses once the panels go up. Multiple customers say the office stopped answering calls entirely after installation. When things go right, Greenpire moves fast and leaves clean work. When permitting or utility activation hits a snag, you may find yourself in a months-long limbo with no one picking up the phone.

Diamond Solar misses appointments, stretches projects for months, and leaves customers chasing down errors after installation. One homeowner waited nearly two months from the panel install until anyone mentioned a failed city inspection, then spent another four months fixing issues one at a time before the system was finally turned on. Another had panels sitting on the roof for six weeks because the office never told the third-party installers to show up. We found 13 reviews describing delays, botched inspections, and projects that dragged on for half a year or more. In one case, installers cut a two-inch hole in a fire sprinkler main, flooding the driveway, then suggested a trip to Home Depot would fix a code-mandated alarm pipe. That same project failed city inspection five times, and the homeowner had to threaten a contractor's lien fight to get a partial refund. The company does score well on price and friendliness during the sales phase, and 34 reviewers said the final system works as promised once it's running. But if you're hiring an installer, you need someone who can manage a calendar, coordinate inspections, and fix mistakes without you playing project manager for eight months.

This company has serious reliability problems. We found pattern after pattern of unreturned calls, delayed installations, and customers left stranded when things go wrong. One homeowner sent a certified letter to the owner after a year of trying to finish their solar and battery install. It came back marked

This company will waste your time and leave you stuck with a broken system. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found a clear pattern: long delays, failed installations, and no accountability when things go wrong. One customer waited two years for a final inspection while their batteries sat offline, racking up unnecessary charges. Another spent 18 months in limbo after Swell incorrectly flagged their PG&E meter as noncompliant, then ignored PG&E's written assurance that the setup was fine. Reviews show repeated project-manager turnover with zero handoff, customers waiting 15 to 17 months past quoted timelines, and tickets auto-closed by a support system that doesn't return calls. When installers fried 70 percent of a customer's household electronics by applying 220v incorrectly, Swell went silent. The company's support site closes tickets on creation, their website lists no direct contact, and the only reliable way to get a response is posting a negative review online. Even then, any fixes are temporary. Early positive reviews praised communication and Tesla Powerwall performance, but those date from 2018 to 2022. Recent feedback shows the opposite: understaffing, coordination failures, and wrong rebate information that costs homeowners thousands.

We found Jobe capable of strong work when conditions align, but chaos behind the scenes undermines that ability. A property manager told us Jobe saved her during rain season with transparent reports and fast fixes. But 13 other reviews chronicle repeated no-shows, three-month scheduling nightmares, and phone calls that disappear into voicemail. One homeowner called after heavy rain in 2018 and someone arrived within an hour. Another waited three weeks just for an estimate, then got sicked on by collections less than two weeks after paying by the only method the office allowed. Another reviewer hired them for emergency tarping and was told they'd return within days. No one came for a week. They nailed plastic around an AC unit as a temporary fix and didn't mention it. The homeowner came back to a house full of gas fumes. Jobe scored high in workmanship (68 mentions of solid installations) but low in value (23 complaints about billing or price surprises). The company operates on two speeds: urgent and forgotten. Reviews mentioning quality control or clear timelines are scarce. When they show up, they usually do the job right. Getting them to show up is the gamble.

Treeium Energy isn't a solar company. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and discovered they're primarily a general contractor doing home remodels, bathroom conversions, and room additions, with solar as a sideline. One homeowner thought they were hiring a solar installer and got a bathroom quote instead. The disconnect runs deeper than marketing. While 142 reviews praised sales reps for being friendly and responsive, 38 flagged poor value and 32 called out workmanship problems. The company leans heavily on two quality-assurance staffers, Gina and Greg, who show up in dozens of reviews fixing post-project issues like misaligned mirrors, foggy windows, and leaky roofs. That's a red flag. A well-run solar installer shouldn't need a dedicated repair team chasing down shoddy work months after closeout. If you want solar panels, hire a company that installs solar panels every day, not one that treats it as an upsell to kitchen remodels.

AmGreen Solutions is not a company you can trust with your solar investment. We found multiple customers whose panels went offline for months without anyone noticing, one homeowner racked up a $1,300 utility bill over seven months of dead panels because the company provides no monitoring or alerts (a standard feature at most installers). Another family was promised their $200 monthly electric bill would disappear entirely, they're now paying $192 a month plus a $20,000 system loan after the salesperson brushed them off with excuses and his manager offered LED bulbs as compensation. Installation timelines stretch eight months past contract deadlines with permit problems the company won't explain, and once you've paid, getting anyone on the phone becomes nearly impossible. The few happy customers we found mostly used AmGreen for free toilet replacements through utility rebate programs, not solar. Workmanship complaints outnumber praise, post-sale support is sporadic at best, and sales conduct issues appear in half the feedback we analyzed. If you're comparing solar companies, this one belongs at the bottom of your list.

Planet Connection is not worth the risk. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a company splitting into two personas: professionals who deliver polished solar installations, and a hostile owner who abandons customers the moment trouble appears. One homeowner paid $32,000 for panels and a battery that never worked, then spent two years trying to reach someone who would fix it. Another hired a second installer after the owner refused to address connection issues he was contractually responsible for. The workmanship scores look solid on paper (4.3 for installation quality, 44 positive mentions of project management), but post-sale support crashes to 3.8 with 11 complaints, and recent reviews paint a clear pattern: when panels fail to connect or gutters flood, the owner goes silent or hostile. Three gutter customers reported gaps that pour water down walls instead of into downspouts, then verbal abuse when they asked for repairs. One now faces a $30,000 roof replacement after panel removal left structural damage. If you need someone who answers the phone after cash changes hands, explore other options.

SolarMax makes big promises but fails when you need them most. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a clear pattern: strong sales experience followed by a service breakdown that leaves systems down for months. In one case, a customer waited four months for a replacement inverter while owing $2,000 to the electric company, after SolarMax took weeks just to check if the part was in stock. In another, faulty panels sat bypassed with no follow-up while the homeowner called repeatedly, never getting a callback. We found 68 reviews describing recurring system failures and repair delays stretching beyond three months. Post-sale support scored just 3.7 out of 5, with 140 negative mentions, and customers report that once panels stop working, getting anyone to return a call becomes nearly impossible. The customer service team hangs up, ignores messages, or tells you they have no information for weeks on end. Several longtime customers say the company avoids warranty claims entirely, leaving 12-year-old systems broken and owners paying for both non-functioning solar and grid electricity. If you want an installer who'll still answer the phone when something breaks, this is not it.

We found serious red flags about Powur's installation quality and accountability. One homeowner in Pennsylvania paid $4,150 out of pocket to fix roof damage after Powur's crew missed a roof beam seven times, filling the failed bolt holes with sealant and leaving the roof to leak for nine months. Another customer discovered their $19,000 system had been wired for the wrong equipment and set up to potentially overload. We counted 108 reviews describing system failures, contractor damage, or months-long repair delays. In one case, the battery backup a customer had been paying for wasn't even hooked up for nearly two years. Powur outsources installation to local contractors, then struggles to hold them accountable when things go wrong. Customers report making endless calls and emails to chase fixes while continuing to make loan payments on nonfunctional systems. The company does earn praise from 198 reviewers for responsive reps and smooth sales processes, but that goodwill evaporates when installations fail and the promised coordination between utility, manufacturer, installer, and city never materializes.

Design My Solar is a company with a serious track record of broken promises and project chaos. One customer signed in August 2021 for a February 2022 install, got assured in writing it would happen April 20, then was told the day before that the company had no equipment and the staffer who made the promise no longer worked there. Another paid in November 2020, watched panels go up in March 2021, and by March 2022 still had no working system while the company blamed the city, the utility, and even the customer. We found 15 reviews describing multi-month delays and zero accountability, compared to 46 praising smooth installs. The post-sale support score of 3.2 tells the real story. While some early customers report solid performance after years of use, recent patterns show a company that can't manage its supply chain or keep commitments. The sales process is friendly until you sign, then communication collapses. If you're considering Design My Solar because of a competitive quote, understand you're gambling on whether you'll join the satisfied early customers or the recent ones still waiting for power a year after signing.

We analyzed dozens of reviews for Bellator Roofing and found a pattern that should concern any homeowner: customers paid in full, then received mechanics liens because the company allegedly didn't pay its suppliers. One homeowner paid $17,000 for a roof replacement, received city approval, then got hit with a $5,051 lien from the materials supplier when the contractor went silent. Another described the same scenario with identical details: paid Allan in full, work approved, supplier lien arrived weeks later, contractor stopped responding to calls and texts. The workmanship itself earned praise from 44 reviewers, and crews handled tricky jobs like terracotta tile restorations and historic homes with care. But the financial risk here overshadows any craftsmanship skill. When a contractor ghosts customers after cashing checks and leaves them facing double payment for materials already installed on their roof, that's not a communication problem. If you're weighing Bellator against other bids, keep looking.

Advanced Conservation Systems is a gamble you shouldn't take. One homeowner discovered toxic gas spewing into their garage from a botched water-heater install, then paid $606 out of pocket to fix it while the company ghosted their calls and held onto rebate paperwork worth $1,000. Another watched water gush down their roof from a brand-new pool system, only to be told they'd wait behind 10 other emergencies for a Friday-only house call. We found a troubling split in the data. While 30 reviewers praised the installation crew's workmanship, 12 others flagged serious quality problems, including flooding through a roof, stucco left unfinished for over a year, and appliances damaged by power surges. Communication fared even worse. Responses arrive late or not at all, and when problems surface, customers describe being passed around with no one taking ownership. One reviewer spent two months trying to reach anyone at the company about removing panels for a roof replacement and never heard back. If reliability and accountability matter to you (and they should), keep shopping.

LA Solar Group has serious coordination and accountability problems that can leave you stranded mid-project. We found hundreds of complaints describing incomplete installations, unresponsive staff, and homeowners fighting for repairs on systems they've already paid for in full. One customer spent 13 months waiting for a working system because LA Solar submitted three separate permit applications with errors, all while billing staff sent collection notices for invoices already paid. Another paid $50,000 only to discover the panel wiring was mapped incorrectly, making warranty repairs impossible without a $10,000 re-inspection that LA Solar refused to cover. The company does offer competitive quotes (593 reviewers noted strong value), and when projects go smoothly, installation crews finish in under a week. But 399 reviewers flagged project management failures, including missed appointments, unreturned calls lasting weeks, and different subcontractors showing up with conflicting timelines. If something breaks after install, you may wait months for a callback while your panels sit idle during peak summer bills.

ION Solar's installation quality is solid, but post-sale support falls apart when problems emerge. We analyzed reviews showing 1,361 complaints about value versus 873 positive mentions, the worst ratio of any metric we tracked. In one case, a homeowner discovered dead birds nesting under incorrectly installed panel guards and spent $2,000 cleaning the biohazard after ION refused responsibility. Another customer waited 60+ days for ION to reinstall panels they broke during a roof replacement, despite the original sales rep promising safe handling. Reviews show 1,315 complaints about follow-up support. When systems underperform or installations need fixes, customers report being told "that's not our problem" or getting apologies without action. The installation crews themselves earn praise (4,417 positive comments on project management, clean worksites, punctual arrivals), but that competence evaporates once you need warranty service or troubleshooting. If you're betting your roof and a 20-year loan on flawless execution, this isn't the installer to trust.

True Power Solar is too risky to recommend. One customer spent two years paying both a solar loan and an electric bill for panels that never turned on, after the company failed inspections, installed the wrong panels, and then broke onto the property without notice to fix wiring. Another discovered screw holes drilled through the roof under the solar array, causing a leak in the living room, and said the technician admitted poor installation but the owner later denied responsibility. We found 18 reviews detailing similar nightmares: months of silence after installation, representatives who dodge questions about payment assistance, and systems left idle while homeowners rack up double bills. Yes, 19 customers praised friendly crews and efficient permitting, and several singled out sales reps John Almasy and Charlotte for patient follow-up. But those positives can't offset a pattern of severe post-install failures, failed inspections, unauthorized work, and customer service that goes dark when problems arise. The company's small size, touted as an advantage by happy clients, becomes a liability when things go wrong and no one picks up the phone.

EZ Energy Solution is a gamble you shouldn't take. One customer watched their nearly new roof turn into a patchwork of mismatched tiles after installation, then endured two rainy seasons of continuous leaks while the company made excuses and asked to split repair costs on a $60,000 job. Another went a full month without a response after their inverter failed, racking up $400+ electric bills while emails and calls went unanswered. We found 33 reviews describing the same pattern: roof damage during installation, failing micro-inverters within three years, and total radio silence when customers try to claim warranty repairs. The company changed ownership in 2019, and post-2021 reviews show a sharp collapse in post-sale support. Earlier customers praised fast installations and responsive reps like Rob, but recent buyers report dropped calls, broken voicemail systems, and work requests that vanish into the void. Even customers who got working systems describe sloppy subcontractor work requiring three re-inspections and floors drilled instead of walls.

This contractor's track record shows too many red flags to overlook. We analyzed reviews spanning roofing, concrete, and landscaping projects, and found a pattern of confident quotes followed by chaos. One homeowner watched their deck estimate swing from $22k to $17k to $35k in a matter of days, ultimately wasting weeks and a credit check. Another paid $6,270 for a roof repair the estimator promised would take two days but never even inspected after the crew left in under five hours. The roof leaked again two years later. While 22 reviews praised quick jobs and friendly sales reps, a larger set described systemic failures. Multiple customers reported workers skipping steps to save on materials, missed appointments with no explanation, and punch-list items that dragged on for months. One bathroom remodel passed initial inspection only to fail the building code, then Cosmic ghosted the homeowner for two years until the State Contractors License Board forced them to finish. Three driveway jobs cracked early because crews skipped rebar, one homeowner had to catch the mistake mid-pour and demand a full redo. The company's responsiveness is a coin flip. If something goes wrong after the deposit clears, you may wait months for a callback.

Energy Plus Solar disappears after installation. One customer had to spend eight months chasing down 32 failed micro-inverters while unreturned calls piled up. Another learned how to reset his own ground-fault inverter every morning before work because no one would fix it. The data shows why: 23 reviews describe poor or absent post-sale support, and 21 flag failures in project management. Even when the panels perform well (workmanship earned 29 positive mentions), you're left waiting weeks for techs or escalating to SunPower corporate yourself. Several customers report being told to figure out monitoring problems on their own, promised bird guards that never arrived, and rebates that vanished into the void. If you want high-quality SunPower panels, buy them through a dealer who'll still answer the phone in year two. This one won't.

Polar Solar has a serious problem with following building codes and delivering what they promise. Reviews show the company installed panels against city code despite having proper instructions, leaving one household facing power shutoff threats mid-summer until they paid $750 to fix the violation. Another customer watched installers arrive nine hours late to rewire the house, skip safety instructions that led to neighbor disputes, then leave a gaping hole in the wall for days. We found a consistent pattern of financial disputes: customers report disbursement checks that stopped arriving entirely after a few months, a government rebate misrepresented as an $8,200 lump sum when it actually pays out slowly over years, and systems priced at $36,000 for small tract homes when other installers quoted that figure for houses twice the size. The post-installation support falls apart quickly. One customer's monitoring app broke after a power outage and the company refused to send anyone out, instead emailing complicated fix-it-yourself instructions that never worked. Even the rare positive follow-up (a free roof leak repair 18 months after install) couldn't overcome the weight of code violations, missing payments, and systems customers aren't sure are even working.

Skyline Smart Energy is not worth the risk. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a company with a troubling split: slick sales and occasional good installs on one side, chronic failures and broken promises on the other. One homeowner paid 18 months of bills for panels that produced nothing, waiting a year and a half for a tech to show up. Another signed for both panels and a sunroom renovation, then watched crews abandon the job mid-construction with no permits and the room left unfinished. Post-sale support scores the lowest of any metric we track (2.5), and 14 reviewers describe delays stretching past a year, systems left nonfunctional, and customer service that vanishes once the contract is signed. We did find 17 reviewers who praised fast installs and lower bills, but the pattern is clear: when things go wrong here, you're on your own. If you want an installer who'll still answer the phone six months after activation, keep looking.

Best Solar Power is not worth the risk. We found a troubling pattern of systems that failed to deliver promised savings, with one reviewer stuck paying $250 a month to the utility company on top of their solar loan after being assured the system would cover 85 percent of their usage. Another customer reported a $3,400 SCE bill a year after installation, only to be told to use less electricity. Across reviews, we saw repeated allegations of high-pressure sales tactics and wildly inflated pricing. One elderly homeowner on a fixed income was quoted $30,000 for a roof job that local contractors estimated at $10,000 to $13,000, then pushed into a $400 monthly payment plan he couldn't afford. When issues arise, the company becomes unreachable. Multiple reviewers report full voicemails, unanswered emails, and changed rep phone numbers with no notice. One customer waited a month for a simple inverter replacement. Even the company's physical existence is in question, as a 2024 reviewer with a 25-year warranty found them apparently gone.

American Stream Solar is not worth the risk. In one painful example, a veteran paid $50,000 for a system that worked correctly for exactly one year before failing repeatedly, leaving him with electric bills over $400 while the company stopped returning calls. Another customer discovered their system produced 30-50% of promised output and spent three months trying to get support before learning the contract disclaims all production guarantees. We found 17 reviews describing underperforming systems, broken inverters, and unresponsive support once problems surfaced. The workmanship scores look decent because installations themselves went smoothly. But 12 reviewers reported post-sale support failures, and the pattern is stark: systems fail after months of operation, customers call for help, and American Stream goes silent. One reviewer waited eight months with zero production before anyone diagnosed the monitoring error. If a system this expensive stops working, you need a company that answers the phone.

Solar Solutions 4 U will be attentive until you sign the contract, then you're on your own. One customer waited over a month for warranty repairs on broken panels while the company kept saying

Better Earth is not a safe bet. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found a company that leaves customers stuck with broken promises and no way out. One homeowner paid a year of solar loan payments while the system sat disconnected after Better Earth's failed structural assessment forced a full patio rebuild. Another waited 18 months for connection while payments were automatically deducted. The pattern is clear: 185 reviews describe panels installed but never connected after failed inspections, with customers unable to reach anyone who can help. Even when issues surface years later, resolution is a gamble. Roof leaks appeared in 121 reviews, and customers report waiting months or years for repairs while Better Earth stops responding. The 364 reviews praising smooth installs and responsive reps prove the company can execute well, but that positive outcome is far from guaranteed. The contract locks you into forced arbitration, so if your install goes sideways, you cannot take them to court.

This company left customers with abandoned trenches, disconnected wiring, and legal nightmares. We found 11 reviews describing serious installation defects. One homeowner paid $56,000 upfront and waited four months for completion while the installer no-showed appointments, then slapped a lien on the house when they withheld final payment for underperforming panels. Another paid cash and discovered a 15-foot wire was never connected to the panels, resulting in a $3,000 first-year electric bill and an open trench that still hasn't been filled. Their California contractor's license was suspended at the time of multiple complaints. While some earlier reviews praised individual reps for professionalism, the pattern of warranty refusal, ghost appointments, and financial harm is too consistent to ignore. One reviewer is pursuing an attorney after being charged double their previous electric bill because 30 panels produce a third of promised output.

This company should not be on your list. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a pattern of catastrophic project failures and vanishing support once the contract is signed. One homeowner watched workers shoot nails through rotted decking that blew out the bottom of the eaves, then spent nine months sweeping rainwater off an exposed roof in the middle of the night while waiting for someone at PetersenDean to produce an actual engineering drawing. Another paid cash for a whole-house battery that caught fire twice, burning through relays and current sensors, and couldn't get anyone to return calls between repair visits. The delays are structural, not isolated. Reviews mention eight-month waits between signing and installation, systems that never get turned on, and support reps who promise follow-up then disappear from the company entirely. When things go wrong, the response is silence. We found 74 reviews describing serious roof failures, leaks, mold, and rotted decking, with customers reporting they had to leave messages for weeks before anyone acknowledged the problem. Even customers who praised the installation crews noted it took a full year of redesigns and city approvals before work could start.

This company isn't worth the risk. We found multiple homeowners waiting months for urgent repairs while their utility bills ballooned back to pre-solar levels. One customer in San Antonio made 25 phone calls over a year trying to restore his system monitoring after an inverter swap, and his production dropped so far in peak summer that he suspected another failure but couldn't get a callback. Another paid a $450 truck-run fee to replace a twice-failed inverter and still heard nothing, watching her bill climb from $50 to $400 while a $40,000 system sat broken under warranty. Seven reviews flag poor project management (permit resubmissions, overlooked panel upgrades, scheduling chaos), and post-sale support scores just 2.6 out of 5. Early reviews from 2017–2019 do show attentive sales staff and in-house installation, but the pattern since then is clear: when something breaks, you're on your own. If a contractor ghosts you during a warranty claim, the savings evaporate and you're stuck paying for electricity you thought you'd stopped buying.

This company is a liability you can't afford to take on. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a stark pattern of broken promises and financial exposure. One homeowner paid over $30,000 in September 2024 with a 60-day guarantee, then chased install dates through spring and summer before canceling 11 months later with no panels and no refund. Another lives with panels bolted to a leaking roof for a year, paying the loan monthly while the company won't schedule the final inspection to actually turn the system on. The data confirms this isn't bad luck. Post-sale support scores 2.4 out of 5, and value scores even lower at 2.6. When problems arise (and 92 reviews say they will), you'll join the long line of customers texting an emergency line that never texts back. The sales team earns praise for patience and transparency upfront, but once you sign, project management collapses. Supply shortages drag on for months with zero proactive updates, permit expirations slip by unnoticed, and at least one customer now has a lien filed against their home because Demand didn't pay its own suppliers.

Ra Solar is not a safe bet. We found dozens of reports of equipment failures left unresolved for months, customers forced to hire outside electricians at 10% of their original install cost, and allegations that the company filed for bankruptcy with no assets to pursue. One homeowner's system went down in March 2022 and by February 2023 they still had no fix, only repeated no-shows from technicians who arrived without the right ladder or safety harness. Another customer documented months of radio silence after paying a deposit for an add-on project that never happened. Workmanship scores are middling (4.2 out of 5), but post-sale support sits at 3.3, and project management at 3.3. We noticed 60 reviews describing delays, missed appointments, and broken communication promises, with some customers alleging scam-like behavior. Even customers who had smooth installs in 2019 and 2020 report that responsiveness evaporates once the system is live. The price may look competitive, but that discount buys you zero peace of mind if something breaks a year later. If you need an installer who'll still answer the phone when your panels stop working, look elsewhere.

We found a clear pattern of abandonment and broken promises that should stop you from hiring All Solar. One customer paid in full and then watched five months tick by with no work and no returned calls. Another handed over a $1,000 deposit and was immediately ghosted. The data shows post-sale support scoring 1.7 out of 5, with five negative mentions and only one positive, meaning once Brad has your money, you're on your own. Systems are underperforming dramatically (producing two to three times less energy than promised, according to multiple reviews), and when customers reach out to investigate, they're ignored. We even found a supplier who reported Brad shorted him on payment for parts and then disappeared. The early reviews from 2018 tell a different story, with fast timelines and happy customers, but recent patterns show a business that takes deposits, delivers subpar or incomplete work, and vanishes when problems arise.

This company will sell you a system, then vanish when you need help. We found 21 reviews describing relentless spam calls from different numbers even after cancellation, one homeowner reporting daily harassment across months despite blocking numbers. The sales tactics are aggressive to the point of bizarre: when we dug into recent reviews, one rep told a customer researching competitors that she was

Energy Service Partners isn't worth the risk. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found a company that often bundles basic mistakes into projects that should be routine. One homeowner watched their project drag from a promised six months to 19 months because ESP filed permits with the wrong address, then blamed the utility until the customer discovered the error themselves. Another called daily for a year trying to get someone to acknowledge a missing meter that blocked their bill credits. The pattern is clear: 294 reviews cite poor value (a 1.8 score, the lowest we tracked), and 358 mention post-sale support problems that balance out the 359 positive mentions. Even when installations go smoothly (and many do, with crews praised for efficiency and cleanup), the aftermath can be a minefield. We found 193 reviews describing delays, unresponsive coordinators, and warranty claims denied with boilerplate emails. If you need solar and want to sleep at night, explore installers whose support track record matches their installation quality.

This company is not worth the risk. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a troubling split: some homeowners rave about smooth installs and attentive service from a sales rep named David, while others describe deceptive sales tactics, botched installations, and vanishing support once the panels go live. One homeowner paid $23,000 but still carries a significant electric bill because the company couldn't track production or explain why the system underperformed. Another was left with panels on the roof for three years that were never turned on, the company seemingly out of business. We found 27 complaints about post-sale support, and 30 negative mentions of value, customers accusing the company of inflating costs mid-project or holding deposits hostage over fabricated cancellations. The workmanship score sits at 4.1, driven by 38 positive mentions, but 11 negatives include rodent-proofing that didn't work and insulation installed below California's minimum code. When things go wrong, reviews show the company goes silent or sends contractors who lack parts or authority to fix the problem.

KOTA Energy Group has a problem finishing what they start. Reviews describe systems installed in 2022 or 2023 that still aren't working right in 2024, with homeowners paying thousands to their utility while fielding excuses about fluctuating energy output. One Berkeley customer paid in full six months before the job was done, then spent another five months chasing the company for repairs while only half the panels generated power. Communication collapses after installation. We found 92 reviews describing unanswered calls, missed inspection appointments, and permit failures that stretched timelines past two years. The pattern is consistent: the sales pitch is smooth, the install crew is professional, then support vanishes. One homeowner discovered roof damage from the installation only when rain created a grapefruit-sized hole in their ceiling. When the inspector confirmed KOTA was at fault, the company sent a second crew who blamed the customer's mortar instead. (At least they showed up unannounced at 7:30 AM, so there's that.) Work quality scores reflect this split: sales conduct rates a 3.8 out of 5, but post-sale support drops to 3.0, and value scores just 2.9. If you want solar panels that turn on when promised and a company that answers the phone after cashing your check, keep looking.

We found a company with strong installation crews but crippling support failures that can leave you paying for a broken system. One couple spent two years calling for a battery replacement, paying $200 a month for equipment that produced nothing while their electricity bills climbed back to $200 each month. In another case, a homeowner's roof leaked twice in five years due to poor installation. We analyzed reviews spanning installation, financing, and long-term support. The pattern is stark: install teams earned praise in 98% of reviews for punctual, clean work. But post-installation support scored just 3.4 out of 10. System activation delays appear in hundreds of reviews, with customers describing missed appointments, billing for non-functioning systems, and months-long waits for repairs. In one instance, a customer waited six months just for cancellation paperwork. If an installer shows up, does good work, and leaves, they're excellent. But if anything breaks afterward, you may spend years chasing a fix.

Green Solar Technologies isn't worth the risk. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company whose post-installation support has collapsed. One homeowner paid nearly $20,000 for a system that shattered in snow after less than a year because the installer left bolts sticking up through the middle of the panels. When two insurance engineers confirmed improper installation, the company sent the complaint straight to their legal team without fixing anything. Another customer hired them for a bundled roof and solar package, only to discover the roofer had licensing issues that took two months to sort out, then the new roof leaked four months later. The electrician mislabeled the breaker panel to pass inspection and wired it so badly the AC unit nearly blew up. Reimbursement for the $550 repair? Never came. We found 161 complaints about follow-up support and 168 mentions of poor value. The workmanship score is the one bright spot, driven by reviews from 2017-2018 when local subcontractors did solid installations. But recent patterns show management now bills prematurely, ignores damage claims, and stops answering once the contract is signed. If you're gambling on solar, bet on a company that still picks up the phone after install day.

This company has a pattern of ghosting customers when repairs come due. One homeowner called for an inverter replacement under warranty but was told a technician would only come out if SES already had a bigger job nearby because his repair wasn't cost-effective to schedule alone. Three weeks later, still no visit. Another customer paid $1,800 for a replacement inverter in April, then watched SES rescind the deal, claim the unit was out of stock, damage roof tiles during a rushed install of a cheaper refurbished model, and dispute the refund amount until he filed in small claims court. We found 12 complaints about post-sale support vanishing once the installation check clears. The flipside: 11 reviews from long-term customers report exactly the opposite experience, with crews answering questions a decade after install and coordinating warranty parts quickly. The split is dramatic. Either you get years of responsive follow-up or you get an answering machine that never calls back. The trouble is you won't know which track you're on until something breaks.

We found a company that uses spoofed local numbers to flood homeowners with sales calls, then hangs up when you ask basic questions like their office address. In one review, a California representative claiming to work for Green Energy Group couldn't provide a street address and hung up mid-conversation when pressed. We analyzed dozens of complaints spanning nearly a decade, and 45 reviews describe deceptive sales tactics like calling numbers on the Do Not Call registry, using disconnected callback numbers, and having reps who curse at customers or hang up when challenged. One reviewer was called three times in a single workday, told the rep not to call back, and received another call 45 minutes later. When they asked for an office number, the line went dead. The few positive reviews mention smooth installations and responsive follow-up, but they're buried under a mountain of red flags. We couldn't find evidence this company operates transparently or respects basic consumer-protection laws. (If "Chris Nelson" calls from a suspiciously local number, it's probably this crew.)

Green Home Systems will leave you stuck with a broken system and no way to fix it. One homeowner watched their inverter fail after just three months, then spent 18 months trying to get anyone from the company to answer a phone call or show up for a repair. Another paid for panels that sat dark on their roof for five months while the company ghosted their calls and texts, racking up both electric bills and loan payments on a system that generated zero power. We found 70 reviews describing this same pattern: systems go offline, support vanishes, and customers burn hours leaving voicemails that never get returned. Post-sale support scored a dismal 2.6, with 215 negative mentions. Workmanship fared only slightly better at 3.8, dragged down by stories of installers mounting panels in the shade, using crooked brackets that failed inspection, and drilling holes in brand-new metal roofs. One reviewer had to finish their own installation after the contractor's fourth failed attempt. Even the few who got working systems report bills climbing instead of falling, a sign the equipment was undersized or wired incorrectly from day one. The sales reps promise fast timelines and seamless support, but 189 reviewers say the value never materialized.

Nerd Power's sales team will win you over, but the company can't keep its promises after you sign. In the first few years, you may deal with delayed installs and surprise out-of-pocket fixes like pigeon guards the crew forgot. Then the real trouble starts. We found 61 reviews describing system failures that went unresolved for months, with service requests and voicemails ignored entirely. One Arizona customer reported a bricked system in July and still had no resolution by September, even though the company could see the failure remotely. Another paid $25,000 in 2021, endured a leaking roof, and watched the panels sit in her backyard for four months while no one returned her calls. Value scores are in the bottom quartile (2.5 out of 5), dragged down by 145 complaints about hidden costs and unmet expectations. Post-sale support fares only slightly better (3.2 out of 5), with 131 negative mentions of unreturned calls and vanishing technicians.

American Solar Direct went out of business years ago. We found dozens of reviews from customers stranded with leased panels that stopped working, no one to call for service, and bills that kept coming. One homeowner reported paying lease fees for two years on a dead system with zero support. Another discovered the company's monitoring portal offline, the main website deactivated for non-payment, and rumors of bankruptcy swirling in 2017. The few positive reviews we saw date from 2012 to 2016, when the company was still operating. Since then, the pattern is abandonment. Customers who need to sell their homes report they can't transfer leases or get documentation because no one answers the phone. Several mentioned being handed off to third-party servicers who don't honor the original warranties. The business filed Chapter 11, and the infrastructure collapsed. If you're researching this company because you inherited a lease or found old marketing materials, know that American Solar Direct no longer exists as a functioning entity. You'll need to track down whoever bought the lease portfolio (if anyone did) and negotiate from there.

This company has a serious quality control problem. One family paid $341 a month for solar panels that only worked four and a half months out of two years, during which time incompetent technicians tore up their roof and left electrical boxes open in the rain. Another customer waited nine months for a warranty inverter replacement and eventually gave up when the company claimed to have expedited the claim but the manufacturer had no record of it. We found 9 reviews mentioning poor value, often tied to billing disputes that started before products were delivered or systems that never functioned as promised. The installation failures run deep: damaged roofs, persistent leaks, crews with no idea what they're doing making multiple failed repair attempts. One customer had four different techs come out before anyone competent arrived, by which point eight months had passed and they'd racked up $4,500 in combined solar loan payments and FPL bills for a non-working system. If you're considering M&S, know that the friendly sales pitch doesn't translate to functional installations or responsive support when things go wrong.

Sunrun will charge you while your panels sit broken. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found a company plagued by systemic breakdowns that leave customers trapped in multi-year cycles of non-functioning systems and finger-pointing. One homeowner reported paying $111 monthly for over a year while waiting for a replacement inverter, another spent nine months in 2019 without realizing their system had failed because Sunrun never monitored it despite advertising otherwise. The pattern is unmistakable: 264 reviews document service delays stretching months or years, with departmental handoffs that go nowhere. In 2025, Sunrun introduced a $580 diagnostic contract that customers must sign before the company will even investigate warranty claims, a policy that wasn't disclosed at sale. We found roof damage from botched installations (wrong brackets, failed inspections, leaks patched with no follow-up), bills sent to collections two days after project completion, and cases closed with no resolution while customers chase ghosts through a support labyrinth. The few positive stories center on individual reps, not the company's operational backbone. If you're researching Sunrun because of a Costco partnership, note that the relationship ended in 2025, and you'd be inheriting the mess without that safety net.

LA Green Development is not a safe bet. One customer paid $37,000 for panels that never reduced their electric bill, then watched their inverter get stolen because the company mounted it somewhere anyone could grab it. Another homeowner spent nearly two years chasing the company to fix a system that never worked, with multiple contractor visits failing to solve recurring electrical problems. We found 20 complaints about poor value and 19 about inadequate post-installation support. The pattern is consistent: installations plagued by voltage surges that fry appliances, monitoring systems that fail within months, and customer service that goes silent when problems surface. In one case, a homeowner's lights flickered daily and their AC unit burned out from power surges, yet after multiple requests the company sent a faulty support number and ghosted them. Several reviews from 2024 report the office location boarded up, with calls and emails going unanswered for months while projects remain unfinished. The positive reviews cluster around older installations (2020-2022) with small teams who have since moved on. If you're weighing this company against others, the odds are stacked against you getting a working system or help when it breaks.

This installer is a mess you should skip. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company that's evolved from budget-friendly in 2015 to dysfunctional by 2025. One frustrated homeowner paid $25,000 three months ago and still has nothing installed, discovering the company lied about permit approvals to collect payment and now faces months of panel shortages that will blow the federal tax deadline. Another customer was promised no subcontractors, then watched obvious subcontractors break hardware during install and leave the system broken for over six months while the owner ignored calls and tried charging more to fix it. The pattern is consistent: promised install dates with no-shows, ignored emails and phone calls, unresolved damage, and claims contradicted by reality. Thirteen reviews mention poor service or unresponsiveness with zero positive mentions of follow-up support. We did find six older reviews praising competitive pricing and timely work, all from 2015-2018, suggesting the company once functioned better. (If your contractor needs a time machine to be reliable, that's not a good sign.) The risk here isn't worth any price advantage you might find.

Sunergy Construction appears to have gone out of business or abandoned support, leaving customers with broken systems and no recourse. One homeowner paid $10,000 out of pocket to fix a roof after Sunergy installed panels incorrectly in 2019, then refused all contact when leaks appeared. Another has been trying for 15 months to fix a battery placement that failed inspection, emailing a project manager whose voicemail stays full. We found 21 reviews describing a company that no longer answers phones or emails, with multiple customers reporting failed inspections, offline systems, and warranties they can't enforce. The pattern is consistent: early reviews from 2016-2020 describe smooth installations and helpful staff, but reviews from 2021 onward paint a picture of systemic collapse. Sixteen reviews detail shoddy installations that caused immediate roof leaks, failed city inspections, or wrong equipment delivered to job sites. One customer caught the crew about to install cheaper Hanwha panels instead of the contracted Panasonics. Even when the company was operational, post-sale support scored 2.2 out of 5, with 49 negative mentions versus 21 positive.

California State Development has a severe follow-up problem that makes them too risky to hire. One homeowner spent two years chasing them for repairs after roof tiles were improperly installed during a solar project, causing interior water damage that the company never addressed despite hundreds of calls and emails. Another customer paid their down payment and first installment over a year ago and still has no panels on their roof and no refund. The core issue is post-installation abandonment. We found 11 reviews describing unreturned calls, unfulfilled promises, and unresolved system issues after payment cleared. Seven reviewers specifically warned that the company goes silent once they have your money. On the flip side, 13 reviews praised the initial sales process and competitive pricing, and 9 customers said their installations went smoothly with responsive project management. But those positive experiences cluster in 2021, while the complaints about ghosting span 2023-2024. When a company can't be reached to fix a disconnected panel or a leaking roof they damaged, the upfront savings become expensive.

Mediterranean Heating & Air won't fix its own mistakes and the owner has apparently checked out. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found that negative complaints outnumber positive mentions across every category we track. In one review, a homeowner paid $20,000 for a heat pump that wasn't charged at installation, driving his electric bill up 40 percent for months while the company argued he must have bought a new appliance. Another customer spent eight years on a service contract, then watched a technician dump a dirty filter on top of the outdoor unit, demand $15,000 for a replacement, and walk out mid-conversation when she asked to call the office. The pattern is consistent: installations arrive incomplete or faulty, techs refuse to return for warranty work or vanish for weeks without callback, and the front desk tells frustrated customers to

This company doesn't deserve your trust. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found a pattern of installation failures, unresponsive service, and door-to-door reps who misrepresented their utility affiliation. One homeowner spent $11,000 on a system installed incorrectly, then waited two years for callbacks that never came—the panels barely worked and the utility inspector confirmed poor workmanship. Another customer watched their inverter fail twice in three years, only to discover Greenspire wouldn't honor the warranty or return calls, forcing them to hire a different installer. We found 41 complaints about poor value and 68 about dishonest sales conduct, including reps who promised they were affiliated with local utilities, then ran hard credit checks without proper consent. The post-sale abandonment is the clearest signal: 31 reviewers reported being ghosted after installation, and project management scored just 2.3 out of 5. Even reviewers who praised the initial install often mentioned billing surprises or hidden fees years later. If a rep shows up claiming to offer a utility program, ask for a business card and their city solicitation license. Better yet, close the door and research installers who don't rely on deceptive tactics to win business.

Tesla Energy is gambling with your home. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found a company that can't activate systems, miscalculates energy production, and leaves customers trapped in 20-year leases with higher bills than before they went solar. One homeowner paid $78.69 into their utility's credit bank but could offset only $6.16 of their bill, discovering too late that Tesla's sales pitch about "offsetting" power was a half-truth buried in fine print. Another waited nearly two years for Tesla to acknowledge full responsibility for a roof leak, then spent four more months waiting for a subcontractor who never called, racking up $2,067 in utility bills while the removed panels sat idle. The workmanship score (3.5) is the only metric above water, but post-sale support (2.2) and project management (2.5) scores reveal a company that disappears after install. We found 1,876 complaints about support versus 838 compliments, and in one theme covering 479 reviews about performance failures, only 1% were positive. The app-only communication model means you can't reach a human when your system fails, your roof leaks, or your bill doubles. Some reviewers report threatening legal action just to get a callback.

Nation Energy Services (sometimes operating as Demand Construction) isn't worth the risk. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a pattern of installations dragging on for a year or longer, with customers chasing the company for basic updates after paying. One homeowner signed in July 2024 and still had no working system a year later, bouncing between vague dates and missed appointments. Another waited 12 months from contract to permission-to-operate because the company submitted incorrect paperwork, forcing a second round of permitting, yet no one from Nation Energy reached out to explain or apologize. The post-installation support scored 1.6 out of 5, with 26 negative mentions against just 5 positive. Value scored even lower at 1.9, with 25 complaints about delays, unmet promises, and poor workmanship versus 7 positives. We found reports of used disconnect boxes installed on new systems, roof damage from improper flashing, and missing hardware that took months to replace. Communication after payment is nearly nonexistent, and several reviews mention unpaid subcontractors or independent sales reps still waiting for commissions long after install.

Sigora Solar has effectively vanished on its customers. We found 52 reviews describing systems that stopped working after installation and a company that won't pick up the phone. One homeowner discovered their backup battery goes into standby mode below 45°F, rendering it useless on their 3,100-foot mountaintop for half the year. Sigora never disclosed the limitation or offered to fix it. Another paid full electricity bills for four months while waiting for a repair, then dealt with multi-week delays when their roof needed replacing, only to have the system fail again after reinstallation. The pattern is consistent across years: installations start fine, but the moment you need help, you're met with silence. We counted 16 reviews from people who called daily for weeks with zero callback. One couple didn't realize their system had been off for 33 months because a technician forgot to flip the switch back on. Sigora acknowledged the mistake but never compensated them for $27,000 worth of lost solar power. The company stopped responding to BBB complaints entirely and had its accreditation suspended.

Big Star Builders is a company you should actively avoid. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a pattern of installations left unfinished for over a year, forcing homeowners to pay both their electric bill and a solar loan simultaneously. One family watched 14 months pass without their panels ever connecting to the grid, tripling their monthly costs while the company stopped returning calls. Reviews describe predatory sales tactics targeting elderly homeowners who don't speak English fluently, signing what they were told were estimates only to discover unauthorized charges exceeding $17,000. When problems arise, customers report complete communication blackout. The company blocks calls, ignores state contractor complaints, and leaves families stuck with roof damage and non-functional systems. A handful of older positive reviews praise installation speed and professionalism, but the recent pattern is unmistakable. If you're considering Big Star Builders because of a persuasive salesperson, walk away and get quotes from companies with current customer support records.

Zero Energy Contracting is not worth the risk. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found systematic failures across installation quality, project completion, and honest sales conduct. One homeowner discovered electrical wiring left exposed throughout the house two years after the install—problems the crew created while moving a junction box without proper permits. Another waited over a year for panels that still weren't activated, after the company demanded an unexpected $3,000 mid-project and sent electricians who failed two city inspections. The data shows 107 reviewers citing poor value and 111 calling out sales misconduct, particularly around door-to-door pitches that misrepresent credit checks as "soft" inquiries when they're actually hard pulls that ding your score. Multiple customers report signing what they thought were rebate-qualification forms, only to discover they'd committed to $17,000 loans at 17.99% interest. Post-sale support scores a 2.7 out of 5, with 84 complaints about unfinished work, no-show appointments, and managers who threaten liens when customers refuse to sign completion certificates for incomplete jobs. One family spent four years chasing a rebate the company never submitted.

This company left customers stuck with broken systems, ignored service requests, and routinely misled people about costs. One homeowner watched their solar go dark for months while being bounced between sales reps because Verengo didn't staff a real tech support line. Another paid an extra $1,300 in utility bills after waiting four months for a replacement inverter, only to be told equipment failures were not Verengo's problem. We found 117 reviews that cite value concerns, most of them describing lease customers who were promised savings but ended up paying two power bills every month and then getting slammed with $800+ Edison true‑up charges at year‑end. The sales‑conduct pattern is even worse: 138 reviews mention deceptive tactics, including reps who vanished mid‑project, contracts that changed after signing, and systems sized to cover one appliance when the homeowner thought they were buying whole‑home power. One reviewer's installer broke ten roof tiles and said nothing, leading to ceiling water damage months later. (When asked why he needed spare tiles, the installer walked away.) The 51 workmanship mentions skew more positive, but post‑sale support collapses once the contract is signed.

This company disappears after cashing your check. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a consistent pattern: installations fail inspection, the contractor ghosts, and homeowners get stuck paying loans for systems that don't work. One customer in Norwalk has been paying a solar loan for five months while still getting full electric bills because Green Power Pros never finished connecting the panels. Another homeowner watched their roof cave in after the crew left a re-roof job incomplete, then spent a year in an Airbnb waiting for repairs that never came. We found 14 complaints about post-sale support falling off a cliff. The sales rep, Jaime, appears in multiple reviews accused of writing checks from accounts with insufficient funds and refusing to return calls once problems surface. One customer couldn't get the company off their loan lien even after GPP stopped servicing the system entirely. The company sometimes doesn't show up for scheduled installation appointments, and when work does happen, it routinely fails city inspections. (If your idea of fun is filing BBB complaints while your unfinished solar array collects dust, this is your crew.) Choose a different installer.

Sigora Solar has a serious post-installation problem. One homeowner watched a working system die completely in 2024 and spent months leaving unanswered voicemails with an answering service, never reaching a real Sigora rep. Another signed in April 2021, endured a 25% output miscalculation by the sales rep, four months of permitting delays, two failed city inspections, three broken panels that took six months to address, and received a sales text hawking solar while the company still hadn't activated the system. We found 19 reviews describing unresponsive warranty support, often stretching months with no contact. Three reviewers mentioned considering legal action after Sigora went silent on failed equipment. The installation crews earn praise for professionalism and efficiency, but that goodwill evaporates when the monitoring app shows flatlined production and no one picks up the phone. If you value a warranty you can actually use, this track record is disqualifying.

Sunuso Solar is not safe to hire. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found 32 customers reporting panels that were never connected or repeatedly failed after installation—often for months on end while they paid both a solar loan and their electric bill. One homeowner watched panels sit unused on their roof for nine months while being billed double. Another family waited a full year for the company to turn the system on. Multiple reviewers describe unanswered calls, no-show techs who promise callbacks that never come, and a roof leak under the panels that went unfixed so long the kids refused to sleep in their rooms when it rained. The customer-service breakdowns are systematic: 43 reviewers cited poor post-sale support, 38 flagged problematic sales conduct, and 41 mentioned project-management failures. We also saw eight Spanish-language reviews alleging deceptive practices tied to a federal program, including surprise fees and threats to credit. If you're hoping to install solar and never think about it again, this is the wrong contractor. The small group of satisfied reviews (mostly from 2019 and early 2023) do confirm panels can work when everything goes right, but the odds you'll end up in the double-billing, no-callback limbo are far too high.

This company is effectively out of business. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a clear timeline: installations wrapped up around 2020, then the company stopped answering phones, abandoned contracted maintenance, and left customers stranded with broken systems. One homeowner discovered her panels hadn't generated power for two years while she continued paying both her solar loan and full Edison bills, with no one returning her calls. Another paid monthly for seven years and never once received the annual cleanings written into his contract. The pattern is consistent across two dozen reviews: customers call about system failures or performance issues and hit a dead end, no voicemail, no callback, no resolution. Even the positive reviews date from 2016 to 2018, back when the owner personally apologized for sales-team missteps and crews finished jobs in two days. Those days are over. Reviews from 2022 onward describe a company that has vanished, leaving homeowners paying for equipment that doesn't work and contracts that aren't honored. One daughter inherited a $20,000 loan on her late father's home after aggressive salespeople convinced him a 25-year financing deal on solar would be "free." (It was not free.)

Don't trust this company with your roof or your money. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a pattern of aggressive sales tactics followed by shoddy workmanship and total abandonment when things go wrong. One homeowner was told their tax credit would come as cash they could use to refinance their loan, then discovered after signing it was only a non-refundable credit they couldn't use. Another waited over a year for warranty service on a dead system after paying $70,000 cash, finally getting help only after filing BBB and Yelp complaints. The problems aren't limited to solar: installation crews broke roof tiles and created leaks during panel installs, then made leaks worse on multiple repair attempts, forcing one customer to hire a different company for a complete roof replacement. We found 42 complaints about misleading promises versus 11 satisfied mentions, and zero positive comments about sales conduct across 24 reviews describing pushy tactics and contract switches. Most telling: multiple reviewers report the company goes silent after installation, ignoring repair calls for months despite 15-year and 25-year warranties prominently marketed during the sale.

Zenernet is not worth the risk. We found patterns of serious operational breakdown that should disqualify them from your shortlist. One customer signed in August 2021, got weekly "still waiting for the permit" updates for months, then discovered via a five-minute Google search that the city had rejected the permit immediately because Zenernet filed it under the wrong category. Another paid cash for a battery backup system, discovered during a summer power outage that the subcontractor never installed it, and has been unable to get anyone to come add the $10,000 component they already bought. Post-sale communication failures appear in 100 reviews with only 1% positive. Project managers vanish mid-job, contracts and plans get lost, and customers report being shuffled between five or six contacts who send auto-replies saying they're too busy to respond. Installation subcontractors show up without tools, fail city inspections five times on one project, and leave lunch trash and cement bags on driveways for weeks. Systems sit inactive for months after install because no one submits the utility paperwork correctly. The sales team earns consistent praise for being knowledgeable and non-pushy, but that courteous introduction evaporates the moment you sign.

Equisolar has a well-documented pattern of leaving customers with non-operational panels while collecting loan payments. We found one homeowner who paid for 14 months while half their panels never worked, another who discovered contractors left their garage roof with an uncaulked hole that leaked during the first rainstorm, and a third who reported the company offered $100 to delete a negative review but never paid. The company scores a dismal 2.3 out of 10 on post-sale support, with 102 reviewers citing unresponsive service after installation. In 55 reviews flagged for exploitative conduct, we found zero positive mentions. The pattern is relentless: panels installed but never connected to the grid, bills from both the solar loan and the utility continuing for months, customer service reps who stop replying to emails mid-crisis, and vague contracts that absolve the company of accountability for year-long delays. One reviewer had to involve their loan company just to get a response. Another climbed onto their own roof to patch a contractor's mistake because Equisolar ignored three weeks of repair requests. The few positive reviews mention savings and professionalism, but they're drowned out by dozens of families trapped in expensive, nonfunctional installations.

ABS Alaskan accepted thousands in prepayments for generator and solar installs, then left customers waiting months with no equipment and evasive refund timelines. One contractor reported being overcharged by thousands, then stiffed on payment for five weeks after completing the wiring ABS couldn't legally handle themselves. We found 14 reviews describing the same pattern: deposit taken, installation delayed indefinitely, phone calls ignored or met with excuses, refunds promised but never mailed. Post-installation support fared no better. Multiple solar customers report ABS went silent when systems failed within the warranty period, with one homeowner stonewalled until their one-year coverage expired. Another group of 20-plus Fairbanks homes is still waiting on contracted rebates months after installation. The few positive reviews come from walk-in battery purchases or off-grid consulting, not from installation projects. If you need a truck battery today, they stock quality options. But if you're considering them for a generator or solar install, the evidence says you'll regret the deposit.

Infinity Energy will leave your solar project in limbo for months on end. One customer signed in July 2021 for an installation promised in six weeks, paid in full, and still had no working system eighteen months later after three no-show installation dates and a surprise 40% price hike. We found 212 complaints about project management, with patterns of zero progress updates, unreachable decision-makers, and projects stalled for a year or more after installation because the company couldn't complete inspections or utility paperwork. In 205 reviews about follow-up support, the story repeats: install crews do show up and finish the physical work, but then systems sit dark for months while you chase customer service through 30-minute hold times, and operations staff refuse to take your calls. The install team gets high marks when they actually arrive (115 positive workmanship mentions), but it's a moot point if you're paying a loan on panels that aren't generating power. We spotted several threads where customers filed complaints with state licensing boards or threatened small claims court just to force the company to finish what they sold. At least one reviewer joked that pretending the solar payment is a car note makes it easier to stomach, which works great until the car never leaves the lot.

Harness Power went out of business in 2023 and abandoned hundreds of customers mid-project. We analyzed more than a hundred reviews and found a company that routinely failed inspections, left systems nonfunctional for months, and then shut down without notice, leaving homeowners with $70,000 loans for useless panels on their roofs. One customer reported panels installed in July 2022 that still weren't working by February 2023 after repeated failed inspections. Another discovered 25 roof tiles simply weren't replaced after installation, leading to interior leaks that Harness refused to repair. The company also failed to pay subcontractors, triggering mechanic's liens against customer properties even after homeowners had paid in full. Communication was a disaster across the board. We found 53 mentions of unresponsive staff, broken promises to send specialists, and customer service reps who would say "we'll get right back to you" and then disappear for weeks. The 21 positive reviews all predate mid-2022, before the operational collapse became obvious.

This company is not operating legitimately. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a pattern of outright theft. Seven customers report paying deposits or full amounts, often over $10,000, and never receiving any work. One homeowner paid $12,000 upfront in cash and got nothing but silence. Another lost work days waiting for installers who never showed, then couldn't cancel because the company stopped answering calls. Reviews describe damage left on roofs, panels installed but never hooked up, and certified legal letters returned as undeliverable because the business address is a residence. Two reviews allege the company operates without proper contractor licenses and has a history of failed solar ventures under different names. We couldn't find evidence of consistent follow-through on any project after 2022. One reviewer compared hiring them to working with actors, which tracks when the CEO's background reportedly includes modeling and theater rather than solar installation.

This company leaves customers stranded after the sale. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found a clear pattern: responsive during sales, vanished afterward. One homeowner noticed her panels weren't working for five months before realizing PG&E's true-up bill had skyrocketed because Canopy had installed the system incorrectly to begin with. When she finally got a tech out, he confirmed faulty installation and promised monitoring setup that never happened two years later. Another customer discovered a water leak from an inverter screwed through a drain pipe—it took 10 weeks of unreturned calls, full voicemails, and a BBB complaint just to get one email reply, then silence again. The data backs this up: 75 reviews mention post-sale support problems, 79 cite value issues (broken savings promises, high bills despite panels), and 80 flag project-management chaos. We found zero positive mentions of customer service responsiveness in the 28 reviews discussing performance and support failures. Even the handful of satisfied early reviews mention vomiting installers, weeks-long blown fuses, and needing a regional manager's personal intervention to get basic work completed. The company has multiple CSLB citations, former licenses under other names, and a history of collecting illegal upfront payments.

We found a company with a shocking pattern of deception that customers describe as borderline criminal. One reviewer paid $28,000 for a 2kW system so undersized it wouldn't even eliminate one tier of his electric bill; we later found a 4.8kW quote from another installer at $11,000. A second homeowner spent $17,000 and still pays $150 to $200 monthly after Sungate promised bills under $50. That's not mild disappointment over savings projections. That's selling systems at triple market rate while wildly inflating performance claims. Beyond pricing, the company operates through sweepstakes bait-and-switch tactics that generate relentless phone harassment. One woman logged calls from 17 different Sungate reps in two weeks, each time requesting removal from the list, until a supervisor called her a slur and hung up. Another customer received four calls in two hours, then an 8 a.m. ambush about a "corporate location deal" she'd already declined. The few reviewers with functional installs still describe exhausting incompetence: six lost financing packets, two-hour appointment delays with no courtesy call, and post-install silence when they tried to reach project contacts. Even if your system works, you'll spend months chasing ghosts.

A1 Solar Power is not worth your time or money. We found an overwhelming pattern of deceptive sales tactics, broken promises, and systems that fail to deliver the savings customers were told to expect. One homeowner paid $36,980 for a system that required an additional $1,500 in electric bills at the end of the first year because sales reps downplayed shading issues. Another customer discovered the company had started a loan in their name before installation even began, violating their agreement with the lender. The company relies on relentless telemarketing (often spoofed numbers) that continues even after customers ask to be removed from call lists. We identified 82 complaints about sales conduct and 52 about post-sale support failures, including months-long delays in fixing malfunctioning systems and unpaid rebates. In one case, a 15-month-old system stopped working entirely and the company ignored repair requests despite a ten-year warranty. Installation crews occasionally caused roof damage that customers had to pay to fix separately. While a small minority praised knowledgeable installers, the vast majority describe a company that oversells, underdelivers, and ghosts customers the moment something goes wrong.

Clean Initiative should not be on your shortlist. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company plagued by abandoned projects, nonworking systems, and disappearing support. In one case, a homeowner's panels stopped producing power entirely after four years, but the company's license had been suspended and their phone and email no longer worked. Another customer waited over a year for a roof and solar installation to finish, then discovered the company never paid the promised referral fees and wouldn't return the deposit. Reviews show 34 complaints about post-sale support, with failed inverters going unrepaired for weeks, monitoring systems left nonfunctional, and promised annual maintenance never happening. We found 33 negative mentions of value, driven by underperforming systems that raised electric bills instead of lowering them, along with warranty claims that went ignored. One homeowner's roof leaked into a newly remodeled bathroom after installation, and it took months of persistent calls to get a repair. The company has since moved offices and suspended its contractor license. Even the few positive reviews predate the operational collapse that defines the recent experience.

This company isn't just a bad solar installer. It's a telemarketing nightmare that hundreds of people are actively trying to escape. One reviewer blocked so many numbers that she lost count, yet American Solar kept calling from new lines. Another tried everything from lying about renting to pretending he'd been in prison, and the rep on the other end said they'd been in prison too. We found 187 reviews describing relentless robocalls, often 6 to 10 per day, from a caller named Jason who rotates phone numbers to evade blocking and ignores do-not-call registry requests. When one homeowner finally asked for the callback number, it was disconnected. The pattern is so extreme that reviewers filed FCC complaints, reported the company for caller ID spoofing, and one even scheduled fake appointments to waste the sales reps' time in retaliation. A former employee confirmed there's no mechanism to remove numbers from the call queue. The workmanship and post-sale scores are equally dismal, but you'll never get far enough to experience those problems because the sales process is designed to harass you into submission.

Titan Solar Power has shut down, leaving thousands of customers with broken systems and no recourse. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company that routinely misled homeowners on savings, botched installations that failed city inspection multiple times, and ghosted customers when panels stopped working. In one case, a system sat idle for over two years while the owner paid both their electric bill and a $230 monthly loan. Another homeowner discovered roof leaks in 2024 and called for the promised 25-year warranty, only to learn Titan had closed. The pattern is unmistakable: 567 reviewers flagged deceptive value claims, 582 described total silence after problems surfaced, and 302 reported shoddy workmanship ranging from holes drilled through ceilings to wiring that failed inspection four times. Sales reps promised $20 electric bills; customers ended up paying $144 per month between panels and utility charges. One 70-year-old was sold a system that never heated his pool as promised and stuck with a fixture filing and a 25-year loan on equipment that stopped producing after 18 months.