Best Solar Installers

Greater Los Angeles

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 s

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

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

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 homeowne

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

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 p

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

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 i

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 workmanshi

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 expec

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 f

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 (o

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 S

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 s

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 c

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

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

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 unfinishe

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

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 compla

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

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

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 de

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 cos

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 twea