Best Solar Installers

Greater San Diego

San Diego County Solar

San Diego County Solar does what they promise. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and couldn't find a single complaint about project management, workmanship, or follow-up support. One customer had their original installer vanish mid-warranty, called ten companies for help, got three callbacks, and only San Diego County Solar chased down a replacement inverter and installed it the day it arrived. Another watched the team run all conduit through the attic instead of across the exterior walls just to keep the install looking clean. The company earns its reputation through small decisions that reveal priorities. Reviews mention owners showing up on job sites, sales staff returning two years later to help troubleshoot WiFi connections, and installers diagnosing a failed breaker during install then driving to Home Depot for a replacement without billing extra. Fifty-three reviews specifically praised the no-pressure sales process and patient explanations of net metering, and 124 mentioned quality workmanship with zero negative comments. The humor writes itself when one couple admits their dogs loved the installation crew.

Aloha Solar Power and Electrical Services

Aloha Solar Power and Electrical Services delivers what most solar companies only promise. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship or follow-up support. One homeowner's original installer had left them with a broken system for six years, cycling through expensive troubleshooting visits that never fixed anything, before Gabe spent an afternoon diagnosing the real problem and ordering the right parts at a fair price. Reviews show 141 mentions of quality craftsmanship and 148 references to solid project management, which tracks with what we saw: installers who finish rooftop work in under a day, pass city inspections on the first visit, and fix stray broken roof tiles they find along the way without charging extra. Gabe (the owner) climbs on roofs himself during the estimate phase, spots issues like old vent holes that need repair before panel installation, and stays involved through commissioning. If you want an installer who won't subcontract your job to the lowest bidder and disappear, Aloha is the rare local crew that shows up when they say they will and answers your annoying questions six months later.

Solarfuze

We recommend SolarFuze without reservation. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, sales pressure, or follow-up support. One homeowner watched the crew notice leftover house paint and volunteer to color-match all the roof conduit without being asked. Another called about a connectivity glitch two years post-install and the owner drove over the same day to reconnect the system to WiFi in minutes. Every review praises Farid and his team for fast callbacks (often under an hour), transparent proposals with no jargon, and installations that wrap in one or two days with the property left cleaner than they found it. SolarFuze handles all permitting and utility paperwork so you never chase down a city inspector or decode a form. They also repair incidental roof damage at no charge (52 mentions of meticulous tile work). If you want a small family outfit that treats your roof like their own and answers the phone years later, SolarFuze earns the premium.

Homegrown Energy Solutions

Homegrown Energy Solutions is the rare solar installer where the phones still get answered six years after your panels go up. We analyzed dozens of reviews and couldn't find a single complaint about workmanship, project management, or follow-through. One customer called back with questions in 2023 about a system installed in 2017, and the team still walked her through troubleshooting in detail. Another homeowner delayed his installation by several weeks mid-project, and the company rescheduled everything without friction or surprise fees. The standout pattern is routing: 21 reviewers mentioned hidden wiring runs through attics and garages, and multiple installations wrapped in a single day with zero visible conduit on exterior walls. The team also handles the bureaucratic nightmare of HOA approvals and utility paperwork without dumping it on you. Ben and Peter (the leads you'll likely work with) respond to texts during installs and pick up the phone years later. If you want an installer who'll still troubleshoot your car-charger compatibility issues after the contract closes, this is the company.

One Planet Power

One Planet Power earns our recommendation for hands-on service that doesn't disappear after installation. We found dozens of reviews praising the same two names, Sam and Paul, who personally answer questions months (sometimes years) after the panels go live. One homeowner still calls Sam a year later with technical questions and gets answers the same day. Another switched to One Planet after firing two other installers, and watched the crew finish a Tesla battery plus 10 panels in a single day. The through-line in reviews is patient handholding: they explain system sizing, financing trade-offs, and permitting steps in plain English, not solar jargon. Sixteen reviewers singled out post-sale support, and we couldn't find a single complaint about being ghosted after activation. The one caution: their white-glove approach means you'll work closely with a small team, so if you prefer a large-company process with multiple account managers, this won't feel familiar.

Your Energy Pros

Your Energy Pros will design a solar system around your entire house, not just your electric bill. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, sales pressure, or follow-up support. One homeowner discovered their decades-old pool pump was consuming half their energy before a single panel went up. Another had Spanish tile and an HOA approval process they dreaded, and Steve handled both without drama. What sets this company apart is their free energy audit. They'll identify which appliances are driving your costs, recommend efficiency upgrades first, then size the system to what you'll actually need for 20 years. They coordinate between roofers, HVAC contractors, and permit offices so you're not juggling five different timelines. Nineteen reviewers mentioned the brothers being responsive months or even years after installation. One admitted thinking about their solar system every day because their bill dropped from $400 to $11. (That level of satisfaction borders on obsessive, but we'll allow it.) They don't push their own panels or chase promotions. They find the right equipment for your roof and budget, then make sure it works exactly as promised.

Solid Electrical Services

Solid Electrical Services will fix another contractor's mistake on the same day you call. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero negative comments about their workmanship or reliability, which is unheard of in residential electrical work. When a separate company wired one homeowner's panel incorrectly and shorted out his solar system, Jonas showed up the same day and resolved it. That level of follow-through is consistent across the board. We noticed 21 reviewers specifically praised their post-installation support, and 27 called out workmanship quality. The crew swapped out one panel in a single morning (including inspection signoff), then two years later came back to rescue the same customer from a botched job. Beyond emergency response, they finish routine work within hours, quote accurately, and don't push services you don't need. If you've been burned by electricians who ghost you after the deposit clears, Jonas and his team are the antidote.

Cosmic Solar

Cosmic Solar earns our top recommendation. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found two patterns that matter: this company delivers expert work without drama, and their crews actually seem to enjoy what they do. In one case, a homeowner watched installers remove 24 solar panels, replace a 50-year-old roof down to the deck, then reinstall everything in under a week without a single miscommunication. We counted 437 mentions of careful workmanship and 492 compliments about how smoothly projects ran. The family-run team coordinates permits, rebates, and city inspections so tightly that timelines beat projections more often than they slip. We noticed installers routinely find creative routes for conduit through attics to avoid visible runs down siding, and one crew even helped diagnose a roof leak that turned out to be unrelated to their work. (They fixed it anyway.) The only hesitation: if you want the cheapest bid on paper, you may find it elsewhere.

Off Grid Solar Solutions

Off Grid Solar Solutions is the rare installer that actually solves problems instead of creating them. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, follow-up support, or project management. One customer accidentally unplugged part of their system two years after installation, and Jose still made a house call to troubleshoot. Another hired him after 15 other quotes failed to address permit challenges with Riverside County, and Jose walked the project through approval and final inspection without a hitch. What stood out most: 19 reviews describe complete off-grid builds, a specialty niche that demands precision wiring, battery programming, and custom electrical panels. Jose's crew uses double-flashing roof mounts to prevent leaks, finishes panel installs in a single day, then returns to adjust wiring if needed. We found 10 reviews from customers who hired him to repair botched systems installed by other contractors, and in every case he diagnosed the issue quickly and offered honest, affordable fixes. If you want an installer who'll still pick up the phone years later when you have a question, this is your team.

SolHome

SolHome installed a heat pump and solar array on one reviewer's house the day before a hurricane hit, then stayed late into the night to make sure the backup power would actually work when the storm arrived. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and couldn't find a single complaint about sloppy workmanship or project delays. Instead, we found 90 mentions of crews showing up exactly on time and 59 reviewers who praised the follow-up support months or even years after installation. The company stands out in two ways that matter for a solar project. First, their owner crawls into your attic before you sign anything. One homeowner reported that seven competitors designed systems using satellite roof data, but only SolHome's owner surveyed the roof in person, found existing conduit, and fished wiring through it instead of running ugly exterior conduit down the side of the house. Second, when things break, they fix them without excuses. A roof leak from a missed bolt during installation got a same-day roofer visit, drywall repair within 48 hours, and a process change to prevent future mistakes. (The patched ceiling looked better than the original, according to the homeowner.)

48Solar & Roofing

48Solar & Roofing did something we almost never see: not a single reviewer faulted their workmanship. We analyzed reviews spanning full roof replacements, solar panel maintenance, and repair jobs, and every customer who mentioned the finished work praised it. One homeowner said their yard was cleaner after the crew left than before they arrived. Another had 32 solar panels rewired in a single day by an electrician who worked straight through. We found 118 mentions of reliable project management, with crews consistently arriving on schedule and finishing early or on time despite weather or unexpected damage. The company handles both solar and roofing work in-house, which 27 reviewers called out as a major convenience when panels need removal for a roof replacement. Leonard, the owner, personally inspects jobs and calls clients with progress updates, a detail 27 reviews highlighted. If you want a contractor who'll show up on a Sunday to clean your panels or call you daily during a five-day roof tear-off, this is the rare company that actually does it.

Johnson Solar

Johnson Solar is the solar installer you call when you're tired of sales pitches and want your system on the roof this month. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found two standout patterns. First, speed: one homeowner helped his parents go from signed contract to switched-on system in 10 days (the city inspection took longer than the install). Clinton Johnson, the owner, handles permitting himself and stays ahead of supply-chain delays so jobs don't stall. Second, the price gap is real. Reviews consistently mention Johnson Solar beating competitors by $3,000 to $4,000, with one homeowner noting the 2023 quote was far lower than the $24,000 average he'd seen nine years earlier for a similar system. Clinton doesn't upsell equipment you don't need, he explains monitoring setup after the crew leaves, and when an inverter stops talking to SolarEdge 18 months post-install, he shows up himself to fix it. The work is clean (no external conduit runs), the crews are polite to older homeowners, and the Enphase monitoring app tells you exactly what each panel is doing every minute of the day.

SunSolar US

SunSolar US will walk you through every decision without pressuring you to buy. We analyzed reviews spanning seven years and found the same pattern repeating: Kobi (the owner) sits down with homeowners, explains the technical details in plain English, and tailors the system to your actual usage rather than upselling a bigger array. One customer with an electrical engineering degree noted Kobi answered technical questions with precision and recommended a straightforward purchase instead of a lease, then arranged financing through a credit union at a lower rate than a home equity loan. Another hadn't paid an electric bill in a year after installing 19 panels. The installs themselves run fast. One homeowner added capacity to a seven-year-old system and said the expansion finished faster than the original job, with the older panels still working at near-original efficiency despite never being cleaned. We couldn't find a single complaint about workmanship or post-installation support across the entire review set, and 75 customers specifically praised how responsive the team remained years after the panels went live.

Western Solar

Western Solar doesn't just install panels and disappear. We analyzed reviews spanning over a decade and found a company that stays engaged with customers years after the final invoice. One homeowner's inverter failed five years post-install, and a staffer named Dana resolved it immediately. Another expanded from 15 panels to 41 after buying an electric car, cutting their monthly bill to $8. The workmanship score is perfect because the crews actually earn it: 95 reviews mention quality installation, and we couldn't find a single complaint about shoddy work. What sets them apart is the service department. Most installers subcontract maintenance or ghost you after warranties expire, but Western Solar employs full-time technicians who answer questions, troubleshoot apps, and help customers add batteries years later. One reviewer swapped out lead-acid batteries for lithium a decade after install because the original cabling was so well done. If you want a installer who'll still pick up the phone when your system hits its tenth birthday, the local premium is justified.

Genesis California

Genesis California handles solar installations the way Wirecutter tests products: obsessively focused on the details most companies skip. One homeowner chose them after watching other installers leave silver conduit snaking up houses like exposed veins, while Genesis painted every pipe to match the home's exterior and aligned runs flush with the roofline. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found two standout patterns. First, their sales process is unusually transparent. Sixteen reviewers mentioned Jesse or his team explaining trade-offs between equipment options (micro-inverters versus string inverters, panel aesthetics, financing structures) without pressuring them toward pricier choices. Second, they stay engaged after installation wraps. When one customer's monitoring system went offline mid-year due to an internet switch, Genesis called within hours to offer a tech visit. The owner followed up personally once it reconnected. (Most installers ghost you the moment the final inspection clears.) Their installations typically finish ahead of schedule, and multiple reviewers reported owing SDG&E nothing at their first true-up, with one earning a $62 credit after year one. The conduit-painting thing might sound trivial until you realize you'll stare at that hardware for 25 years.

Green Energy EPC by Makello

Green Energy EPC delivers exactly what homeowners want from a solar installer: competent work, zero sales pressure, and an owner who answers the phone six years later. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found not a single complaint about workmanship or follow-through. One customer called Sam in 2021 needing specialty roof clips for an unrelated project. Sam remembered him from a 2015 install, had the parts on hand, and refused payment. (If you've ever tried to get a contractor to return a call about something they already billed you for, you know how rare that is.) The company's distinction is Sam's dual role as both electrical engineer and project manager. He calculates system size with you at the kitchen table, then shows up on the roof to ensure his crew hammers attachments in the right spots. 43 reviews praised installation quality with specific details. 56 mentioned sales conduct, nearly all noting the absence of artificial deadlines or upselling. If you want the cheapest quote in town, keep shopping. But if you want an installer who'll remove panels for free when your painter needs roof access, this is the crew.

Unique Solar

Unique Solar earned our recommendation after tracking dozens of installations over the past decade. A retired engineer picked Ulf's team after interviewing three competitors because Ulf answered every technical question with precision, then handled a surprise roof repair mid-project without charging extra. When one homeowner noticed a ceiling leak two years after installation, Unique sent a tech within days and spent an hour fixing a problem that had nothing to do with the solar work, at no cost. We found 51 separate mentions of workmanship quality with zero complaints. One pattern stands out: customers who got multiple bids consistently chose Unique not because it was cheapest (though it often was), but because Ulf and his team skipped the high-pressure pitch and built systems sized exactly to the household's usage. The other is responsiveness. Ulf monitors system output remotely and emails homeowners before they notice a problem. Even after eleven years, panels are still producing near-original output, and one owner with three electric cars now banks a $150 monthly credit.

Incentive Solar

We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a rare contractor who treats solar like craft work, not volume sales. One engineer compared 17 companies before choosing Incentive Solar because owner Ben's team answered questions without pushy sales tactics, then executed exactly as promised for over two years. Another homeowner delayed their install for two full years, and when they finally called back, Ben's crew picked up the project without missing a beat and cleared inspection on the first try. The workmanship pattern is striking: 53 reviewers specifically praised the installation quality, and we found only one complaint across all post-sale support mentions. Cole Davis, one of the project managers, even halted a solar job to recommend a roof replacement first, then came back to finish the panels leak-free. (Turns out honesty is still a viable business model.) The crew uses a vertical conveyor belt to ferry panels up to roofs, works around tricky metal shingle roofs without bending a single tile, and integrates Tesla batteries with decade-old solar arrays when other installers would walk away from the complexity.

Sattler Engineering

Sattler Engineering is the rare solar installer run by an owner who still shows up on roofs. We analyzed dozens of reviews spanning years and couldn't find a single complaint about follow-through, workmanship, or transparency. One homeowner noticed underperformance in a single panel years after install, messaged the team, and had a replacement micro inverter swapped out within days (with a follow-up to confirm the fix worked). That's not normal in this industry. Erik Sattler personally handles the site assessment with shading-test equipment, emails itemized quotes the same night, and then joins his crew on the roof wearing a mask and hauling panels. Reviewers consistently mention two standout patterns: aesthetic installs so clean that neighbors ask for referrals mid-project, and pricing fair enough that one DIY-minded engineer priced out components himself and still couldn't beat Sattler's supplier cost. The crew paints conduit to match your stucco, leaves zero trash behind, and passes city inspections on the first try.

Carlsbad Solar

We found zero regrets among nearly a hundred reviews for this owner-operated installer. One homeowner watched Justin personally redo a row of panels mid-install because a six-inch gap bothered him. Another called him out for a system glitch six years after installation, and he was on-site the same day. We analyzed work-quality signals across five categories and saw something rare: 57 mentions of workmanship with not a single complaint. Justin handles the full arc himself, from climbing your roof for the initial quote to submitting your city permits to showing up for post-install adjustments. Reviews describe him as a technical expert who thinks through conduit routing so wiring doesn't snake across your house, sizes systems to cover future electric-car charging, and stocks American-made panels at prices that beat the big-name franchises by several thousand dollars. The installs themselves average two days, and one reviewer went from signed contract to producing power in seven days total (compared to the 35 to 60 days quoted by competitors). If you want an installer who'll treat aesthetics and system performance as equally non-negotiable, this is the company.

Rancho Solar

Rancho Solar is the rare contractor who treats your roof like it matters. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, follow-up, or system performance. One homeowner who hired them to remove panels during a roof replacement watched the city inspector say he was happy to see such a clean job. Another customer's 2013 system has generated 7,370 more kilowatt-hours than the household used, four years in, with exactly one warranty call that Mike's crew handled promptly. What sets them apart is meticulous craftsmanship that other installers skip. Reviews consistently mention concealed conduit, careful tile flashing, and installations so clean that neighbors with panels from bigger companies notice the difference. They lift every roof tile in the panel area, re-paper and seal the deck underneath, then reset the tiles, essentially giving you a new roof section that will outlast the 25-year panel warranty. Mike monitors systems remotely and calls customers proactively when output looks off. One certified tile roof inspector hired them, then wrote a review praising the flashing work before revealing his credentials.

CleanTech Energy Solutions

CleanTech Energy Solutions will answer the phone when your water heater starts leaking at 6 a.m. on a Saturday. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found that speed and technical competence define this San Diego installer. One reviewer watched their 20-year-old solar array get replaced in under four days, from crew arrival to final utility approval. Another called around for help with a leak and got silence from every competitor until CleanTech picked up, scheduled a visit, and fixed it at a fair price. Their standout skill is rescuing botched work: 8 reviewers hired them after another contractor created a problem, and in every case Pablo (their lead technician) diagnosed the root cause and resolved it permanently. We noticed something unusual in the project-management data: 34 mentions of careful coordination, but only 1 complaint. That tracks with what we heard about Karin, the owner, who walked one customer through a warranty appeal with the manufacturer, lost, then still got the replacement done fast. If you want the cheapest quote in town, keep shopping. But if you value a contractor who'll show up when an old install fails and actually fix it instead of upselling a full replacement, the modest premium is defensible.

Freedom Solar Energy

Freedom Solar Energy has figured out how to do solar installations the right way. We analyzed dozens of reviews and couldn't find a single complaint about their workmanship or installation quality. One homeowner had panels ripped off his roof twice by high winds before switching to Freedom Solar. Two days after Matthew's crew installed the new system, the same winds hit, and the panels stayed silent and secure. The pool heated up 7 degrees in two days. Reviews consistently call out Kristal and her team for communication that actually happens. They don't ghost you after the sale. When one reviewer's older system needed repair work Freedom hadn't even installed, the crew came out anyway, diagnosed the problem without trashing the previous contractor, and stayed until every question was answered. Across 32 project management mentions, only one complaint surfaced. If you want an installer who'll still pick up the phone after your system goes live, Freedom Solar is the straightforward choice.

SHS Power

SHS Power installed solar systems that paid for themselves in four years and delivered exactly the savings they promised. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found zero negative comments about workmanship or project follow-through. One homeowner still hadn't pulled a single kilowatt from the grid five months after installation, setting the AC anywhere she wanted on 90-degree days. Another watched the company untangle a 1993 electrical panel that looked like "a rat's nest" and turn it into something clean enough to photograph. The company handles permitting (which one customer described as miserable county paperwork), designs backup battery systems that keep lights and AC running during outages, and throws in free car-charger installs when shipping delays push timelines. We noticed 63 reviewers singled out reliable post-sale support. In one case, an inverter hiccup got a same-day callback and an on-site fix within hours, followed by a professional email report. If you want the cheapest quote in town, keep shopping. But if you value an installer who answers the phone, explains why certain panels make sense for your roof, and cleans up the mess your builder left behind, this is the team to call.

RC Energy Solutions

RC Energy Solutions went 10 hours on the phone with Enphase to fix a monitoring glitch left by the original installer. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a company that treats inherited solar systems—and tricky roof repairs—like their own work. They removed panels for a full reroof, tarped the house during rainstorms, then chased down a wiring error that had been wrong for years. In one case they diagnosed a ceiling leak, cut into the attic to confirm it was plumbing (not the roof), and charged nothing. We couldn't find a single complaint about workmanship across 55 mentions, and 42 reviewers singled out post-installation support. The owner shows up himself—often the next day—and stays until the problem is solved, whether that means re-flashing a ridge in heavy rain or walking you through your monitoring app at 9 p.m. (One reviewer discovered RC still answers texts a full year after the job is paid off and complete. That level of care doesn't scale, which may be exactly why it works.)

Zero Home Construction

Zero Home Construction delivers reliable solar work you can count on years later. We analyzed reviews spanning multiple years and found owner Dustin tracked down customers from his previous company to honor old warranties, saving them hundreds on repairs other installers quoted. The company finished a complete roof replacement, solar installation, and attic insulation project in under a week while keeping the home spotless. We noticed 18 mentions of transparent pricing with no upselling pressure, and 16 reviewers specifically called out how Dustin stayed ahead of communication so they never had to chase him down. The standout pattern is post-installation loyalty. In one case, a failed power optimizer got replaced at no cost through warranty support Dustin handled personally, even though he'd switched companies since the original install. (Neighbors apparently stop people on the street to compliment how clean the panel layout looks, which is a first for us in reviewing solar contractors.) The only limitation is the company's size. If you need a massive commercial array installed in two days, you'll want a larger crew. But if you want an installer who'll track you down years later to fix a problem that wasn't even his responsibility, Zero Home is the clear pick.

Superior Solar

Superior Solar keeps your original installer on speed dial after the sale. We found eight examples of customers calling years after installation with questions or equipment failures, and in every case Rene Torres or his team answered the phone, diagnosed the problem, and followed through without invoicing for the fix. One homeowner hired a different contractor to repair a dead system, paid $4,500 for nothing, then called Rene in desperation. He insisted he could fix it and delivered. Another customer didn't even know their inverter had failed until Superior's monitoring team caught it, called them, and replaced it free the same day three years post-install. Across a dozen reviews mentioning Rene by name, we couldn't find a single complaint about follow-up support. The company installs SunPower panels, which run 15 to 25 percent above commodity pricing, but reviewers who compared quotes said no other SunPower dealer could match Superior's numbers. (One skeptic verified the quote with competing dealers and was told "if that price is real, it can't be beaten.") Permit approvals took under six weeks in multiple cases, fast enough that one reviewer's December system was already overproducing his household load by month-end.

Jamar Power Systems

Jamar Power Systems chased down a failed original contractor and replaced an entire underperforming array in under five hours. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, zero negative comments about follow-up support, and 123 mentions of quality installations. The trust here isn't built on marketing. It's built on a 40-plus-year electrical contracting foundation and crews who show up at 7:45 a.m. for an 8 a.m. start time. Two patterns stand out. First, Jamar routinely rescues customers stranded by flaky installers. One homeowner waited years for a callback from his original contractor, then hired Jamar to diagnose and replace 20 failing panels. Second, technical decisions get explained in plain language. Reviews describe staff walking customers through optimizer-versus-microinverter trade-offs, fire-safe battery chemistry, and conduit routing so nothing mars the roofline. One customer admitted the monitoring app is 'very addictive.' (We're not surprised. Watching your roof generate money in real time beats most smartphone distractions.)

Unified Solar And Roofing

We found an installer who'll talk you out of unnecessary work. After analyzing dozens of reviews, we saw the same pattern: Mark Dice and Eric Richwine assess a problem, explain what actually needs fixing, and send homeowners away with free advice if that's the right call. One customer facing post-storm leaks expected a roof-replacement quote but instead got a video walkthrough showing a deck installation issue and a referral to someone who could fix it. Another homeowner dealing with solar damage from a previous contractor received free photos and video documentation that became essential evidence in their legal fight. The company handles combined roof-and-solar projects as a single coordinated job, which matters when you're trying to avoid the nightmare scenario where the solar installer blames the roofer and vice versa. In one case, a Scripps Ranch installation wrapped the roof replacement in three days (with daily progress photos sent to the owner vacationing in Washington), then integrated the solar mounts directly into the new roof membrane. That home survived the next monsoon season with zero leaks. Sixteen reviews mentioned communication quality, often citing text-message response times measured in minutes rather than hours. The team runs large crews (one reviewer counted 15 workers on-site) to compress timelines, and they document every replaced board and termite-damaged section with hundreds of job-site photos.

Sungenia Solar Solutions

We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews for Sungenia Solar Solutions and found zero complaints about workmanship. One homeowner watched the crew finish a 28-panel installation in a single day, then discovered two days later the system was already feeding power to the grid (she'd budgeted two weeks for SDG&E's red tape). We noticed two patterns that set this installer apart. First, the owner Mike Snell handles the initial consult himself, walking every roof and electrical panel before quoting. In one review a customer compared four bids: two national chains quoted $48,000 for a 9.6kW system, Sungenia quoted $38,000 for 12.6kW with the same components. Second, they follow up years later without prompting. One Ramona customer got a text three years post-install when his WiFi monitor went offline (Sungenia noticed before he did). We couldn't find a single negative comment about follow-through, and 39 reviewers singled out the post-sale support.

Johnson Electric and Supply

Johnson Electric and Supply undercuts the big-name installers by thousands while delivering the same hardware. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a pattern that matters: the owner, Andre Johnson, runs a lean operation with no ad budget or branded trucks, so he can quote LG panels at prices well below Tesla or Sunrun. One homeowner reported saving enough to install a larger system than competitors proposed for less money overall. Another mentioned that five friends followed her lead after seeing her system run at 100% capacity three years later. In 18 reviews praising sales conduct, Andre steers clients away from unnecessary add-ons like batteries if current usage doesn't justify them, a move that costs him margin but builds trust. Emergency response is unusually fast: one customer lost power on a Sunday, called multiple electricians with no luck, then reached Andre, who showed up the same day worried about a hot breaker. (He also returned a deposit within hours when an HOA agreed to cover panel replacement costs, which feels rare enough to mention.) The installation crews finish most jobs in a single day, wear masks without prompting, and take off their shoes when walking through your house.

Efficient Solar Services

Jordan at Efficient Solar Services beat seven other quotes and delivered the whole job in a day. We found 36 reviews that called him the best value they'd seen, not because he cut corners, but because he pairs competitive pricing with LG panels, Enphase inverters, and installers who color-match conduit to your roof tiles so the system doesn't scream "solar house" from the street. One reviewer postponed their install by 30 days mid-contract and wasn't charged a penalty. Another came home expecting to sweep nails off the lawn and found the crew had already cleaned every shingle fragment, even set up a porta-potty so workers wouldn't knock on the door. The Blalock Electric crew completes most installs in one day (21 panels plus a panel upgrade, start to finish, while a neighbor who started two months earlier was still waiting on a competitor). We couldn't find a single complaint about Jordan ghosting after contract signing. Sixteen reviewers specifically praised his post-sale availability, and one texted him months after activation with a billing question and got a callback in five minutes.

Fiedler Building

Fiedler Building Company delivers exceptional solar work backed by standout long-term support. We analyzed dozens of reviews and couldn't find a single negative comment about their workmanship, customer service, or follow-up. One homeowner told us his system has run flawlessly for 20 months, and when one issue cropped up, Adam fixed it at his own cost. Another reviewer got roof-saving advice during installation that prevented serious damage down the line. What sets this team apart is their continued responsiveness years after the panels go up. Reviews show homeowners calling Adam two years post-install with questions and getting detailed answers every time. (If you've ever tried reaching a contractor after final payment, you know how rare that is.) The crew handles permitting and city inspections without burdening you, and several customers mention drastically lower PG&E bills within weeks of going live.

Pure PWR Pools

Pure PWR Pools honors its warranties even when manufacturers go bankrupt, and they'll fix problems they didn't cause. We found one customer whose rooftop panel leaked after the manufacturer (Fafco) shut down. Pure PWR sent a technician who repaired it at no charge, absorbing the cost themselves rather than pointing to fine print. Another homeowner hired a different installer who botched the job and left leaking pipes on the roof. Pure PWR's crew removed the faulty work so solar electric could proceed, then rushed the reinstall ahead of Labor Day weekend despite a packed schedule. That follow-through appears in 78 reviews praising post-sale support. The installations themselves draw consistent compliments for workmanship (83 mentions): Danny designed a no-drill mounting system that dodged a neighbor's twice-repaired leak problems, and crews arrive early and leave zero debris. One pool industry professional noted initial install hiccups but said the team "worked with me on my issues and eventually solved all my concerns," which mattered more than perfection on day one. Pricing runs middle-of-the-pack, though you get roughly 50 more square feet of panel coverage than competitors charge for equivalent systems (and the panels stay nearly invisible from the street).

Lennon Electric

Lennon Electric has earned zero negative comments about workmanship across dozens of reviews, and the consistency is striking. We found one homeowner who hasn't paid an electric bill since 2016 after Sean installed a ground-mount system that hit solid granite mid-dig, yet he held to the original quote and finished on time. Another called him at 5 AM after a tree crushed their breaker box during a storm. He arrived in Ramona by 7 AM and restored power the same day for thousands less than the utility's estimate. Reviews show he coordinates solar installs with roof replacements so both crews work in lockstep, then returns months later for follow-up questions or small fixes without complaint. Nine reviewers went out of their way to mention his post-install support. One detail stood out: he'll knock out quick repairs at no charge if he's already in your neighborhood. (That's not a business model we see often, but homeowners clearly remember it.)

SolarQuest

SolarQuest delivers the kind of hands-on service big installers can't match. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a pattern: Joe Corzo personally climbs on roofs to assess jobs, texts back on weekends, and monitors systems years after installation. One homeowner learned about a circuit-breaker issue from Joe's phone call seven years post-install, long after most companies would have moved on. We noticed 48 mentions of workmanship quality and zero complaints about shoddy installations. On metal roofs (notoriously tricky), crews color-match conduit to house paint and route wiring under eaves so nothing disrupts the roofline. The team completed one two-week turnaround from signed contract to operational panels during triple-digit heat on a third-story tile roof. If you want the lowest bid in town, keep shopping. But if you want an owner who'll search online for your electrical panel and offer to drive out of town to pick it up himself, this is your installer.

Incentive Solar

Incentive Solar delivers what most solar shoppers say they want but rarely find: an honest sales process and a team that treats your home like their own. We analyzed dozens of reviews and couldn't identify a single complaint about workmanship, communication, or follow-through. One homeowner who vetted seven companies chose Incentive because their quote came in $5,000 to $19,000 lower than competitors, and when she asked to modify a timeline clause, they actually rewrote the contract instead of replying "the contract is the contract." Another shopped around after frustrating pitches from national brands and said Incentive's rep spent two hours answering questions before even presenting a proposal, then talked him out of buying two batteries he didn't need. Reviews show the team runs lean (the owner often handles installs himself), which explains the pricing advantage, and 14 reviewers singled out the personalized service you'd expect from a neighbor, not a sales pipeline. If you've been burned by high-pressure solar pitches or quotes that feel inflated, this is the antidote.

Final Phase Energy

Final Phase Energy delivers clean, worry-free installations with the kind of post-sale support most solar companies skip entirely. One homeowner switched from a national installer at the last minute after a neighbor's glowing review, and Final Phase threw in a new breaker panel upgrade for a spa at no extra charge. Another called Trevor years after installation for a WiFi glitch, and he spent three hours troubleshooting it without billing a dime. We found zero complaints about workmanship or timeline slippage across dozens of reviews, and nine reviewers singled out project management as exceptional. The team also handles oddball requests most installers outsource: they'll clean panels caked with years of grime, and one reviewer watched them chase down warranty parts for a decade-old system to avoid charging for the repair. (If your current installer ghosted you after activation, that probably stings right now.) Final Phase runs lean, so you won't get a flashy showroom or 24/7 call center, but you will get Trevor's cell number and a crew that shows up when they say they will.

Higher Power Solar

Higher Power Solar is the installer you want in your corner when things go sideways. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a pattern: this isn't a company that disappears after cashing your check. One homeowner's original installer went bankrupt mid-leak, leaving her roof covered in panels she couldn't move. She called Higher Power's owner Cheyne on a Monday. A crew arrived within 48 hours, pulled the panels, identified the leak source, waited for the roofer to finish, then reinstalled everything and powered the system back up. Another customer lost their roof to Hurricane Ian. Higher Power pulled 32 panels before the storm, helped tarp the damage, then reinstalled after the new roof went on without losing a single panel. We found 21 mentions of post-sale support with only 2 negatives, and 39 reviewers specifically praised how the company managed their projects from permit to final inspection. One reviewer in Deep Creek saw her FPL bill drop to $27 a month and noted the process cost her nothing upfront. If you want an installer who'll still pick up the phone two years later when your system throws an error at 9 p.m., this is the one.

McKay Roofing and Solar

McKay Roofing and Solar delivers workmanship so dependable that 78 reviewers singled it out for praise. We analyzed over a hundred customer accounts and found one story particularly telling: when a home builder's electrician botched the wiring and spent a month dodging blame, McKay stepped in, finished the job themselves, and got the system running. They chase down problems they didn't create. The company's dual specialty in roofing and solar means one crew handles both jobs, which matters when you need to know whether a future leak is a roof issue or a mounting issue. You'll deal with one team, not two contractors blaming each other. The follow-up support is uneven. We found 39 positive mentions of post-sale help, but also four accounts of unanswered voicemails stretching months. One reviewer waited a full year for a callback about system performance questions. If you want an installer who won't ghost you after Permission to Operate, ask how they staff their support line before you sign.

So Cal Design Build

So Cal Design Build nails the basics that most contractors fumble. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found exactly one negative comment about workmanship, communication, or follow-through: zero. Twelve reviewers specifically praised the quality of their builds, six called out David's sales approach as refreshingly honest, and nine highlighted how the team kept projects on schedule without the usual chaos. One homeowner started with a simple outdoor kitchen quote and ended up adding a jacuzzi because David's transparent pricing made it possible without blowing the budget. Another watched an ADU go up faster than promised, which in construction is roughly as common as a unicorn sighting. The pattern we kept seeing: upfront pricing that doesn't creep, accurate timelines that hold, and a crew that treats your house like it's still yours while they're working in it. Reviews mention basement conversions, full-floor replacements, bathroom gut jobs, all delivered without the usual contractor drama of surprise costs or vanishing project managers.

EZ Solar & Roofing

EZ Solar & Roofing consistently beats its own production projections. We found one customer whose system hit 5,060 kWh after the company predicted 5,006 kWh, and another whose panels now generate more electricity than the household consumes. Reviews show the company wins roughly four out of five competitive bids on price, then delivers installations that run smoothly enough that homeowners mention the word

Burmax Energy

Burmax Energy is the contractor you pick when you've already talked to everyone else and want to stop second-guessing. In one review, a homeowner met with six solar companies over several months before choosing Burmax, not because of price, but because sales rep Ben sat down and answered every question without rushing. Another customer had Ben show up after installation just to check the system unprompted. We found 12 mentions of project management that highlight zero installation hiccups, and 11 workmanship comments with no negatives. The follow-up stands out most: one installer noticed a pine tree shading part of the array during a post-install check, then came back on a Saturday morning to help the homeowner trim it. (Most contractors ghost you the second PTO clears.) If you want the cheapest bid, keep shopping. But if you want an installer who'll climb a ladder months later to fix a problem they didn't cause, Burmax is worth the premium.

Hans Energy Systems

Hans Energy Systems is a local installer who shows up when things break, not just when you're signing a contract. We found a pattern across reviews: customers hired Josh for one thing (a heat pump, an air conditioner) and called him back years later for solar because he'd already proven himself. In one case, an air conditioner failed during a heat wave and Josh arrived the same day, fixed it in ten minutes, and refused payment. That kind of follow-through is rare enough that seven reviewers mentioned it unprompted. On the solar side, installations moved faster than competitors. One customer's system went live the day after final inspection, while their neighbor waited over a year with a national chain. Pricing beat six other quotes in one instance, and four reviewers noted the work finished ahead of schedule with no change orders. The only trade-off: this is a family operation, so if you need a large commercial array or want 24/7 phone support, a bigger firm might fit better.

Rehab Solar Construction

Rehab Solar handled the full install for a former NASA electrical engineer who designed the International Space Station's power system, and he calls Trevor the go-to installer in Southern California. We found that confidence backed up across dozens of reviews. The owner answers the phone himself, which reviewers mention 4 times as a mark of real accountability. One homeowner needed a Zinsco panel replacement before solar could go in, and Trevor scheduled the utility company, handled inspections, and completed the electrical work without a single callback. Another customer had an abandoned solar system from a contractor who ghosted them, and Rehab stepped in to redo the paperwork and chase down Edison until the system went live. We noticed 24 reviews praising project management with zero complaints about missed deadlines or communication gaps. The crew includes a perfectionist electrician who fixed sloppy conduit painting left by a previous vendor, according to one review. Pricing runs about $3 per watt installed, which one reviewer noted was 14% below competing quotes. Trevor once missed two appointments during what he called a rough week, then followed up personally, apologized, and completed the work as promised. That's the only service hiccup we found in the entire review set.

Magic Solar San Diego

Magic Solar San Diego quoted 25% less than four other local installers and finished the whole job in three weeks. We analyzed reviews spanning 2021 through mid-2025 and found zero complaints about workmanship, zero complaints about project delays, and exactly one lukewarm comment about sales (a customer who wanted more hand-holding during permitting). Stas, the owner-installer, runs the kind of one-person operation where he'll rewire your dead battery system on a Sunday afternoon and quote you a fair price while he's at it. Twenty reviewers singled out his prices as surprisingly low. Fifteen praised his speed, with several noting city approvals came back in days, not weeks. One homeowner chose batteries Magic Solar had never installed before (FranklinWH instead of Tesla Powerwall), and Stas worked a 12-hour day with the manufacturer to get it right at no extra charge. Another called him after five companies said they'd call back Tuesday, and he showed up two hours later. (He also fixed a wonky main breaker and installed an EV outlet without upselling a single thing.) If you want an installer who answers his own phone and doesn't pad the bid with marketing overhead, this is your guy.

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

RC Energy Solutions tackles the jobs bigger installers won't touch, and they deliver. We found a company that routinely handles complex projects requiring multiple trades (solar, roofing, HVAC, windows) and finishes them on schedule without the chaos you'd expect from coordinating that many moving parts. One homeowner hired them for a full reroof with solar panel removal and reinstallation, plus window replacements and new skylights, all of which wrapped in under three weeks with zero cleanup complaints. Another locked into San Diego's NEM 2 program literally one day before the deadline after Tesla and several national installers had turned down the job entirely. The workmanship pattern stands out most: 19 reviews mention installation quality, and not one describes sloppy work or corners cut. When crews discovered hidden dry rot under an old roof (a nightmare scenario for any homeowner), Justin provided transparent re-quotes and walked the customer through each repair step rather than burying costs in change orders. Reviews consistently cite owner Justin's weekend check-ins and same-day responses to system questions years after installation. If you want an installer who'll max out your panel tilt on a callback visit because you asked, this is that rare crew.

San Diego Solar Surfers gets projects done right the first time. We analyzed their recent installations and found zero complaints about workmanship or post-installation problems. One homeowner who was nervous about the upfront cost praised their financing options for making solar accessible without a massive initial payment. Another called out how clearly the team explained net metering and billing changes, a detail most installers gloss over. Reviews consistently highlight two things: smooth project execution from estimate to final hookup, and sales reps who explain technical details in plain English instead of rushing you to sign. Nine reviewers specifically mentioned how well the company managed timelines and communication. The only trade-off is that they focus on residential solar in San Diego, so if you're outside that area or need a commercial system, you'll need to look elsewhere. (One reviewer admitted they'd already planned to use Solar Surfers again before their first system was even turned on.)

ALIVE Solar & Roofing is the rare contractor who will show up a year later to fix someone else's mess for free. We analyzed reviews spanning a decade and found two patterns that set this company apart. First, their service team treats post-install repairs like they're working on their own home. When one customer's inverter module failed and required three trips because the manufacturer kept sending bad parts, the service manager kept coming back until it was fixed under warranty at no cost. In another case, a family's Tesla Powerwall was cutting power to their home multiple times a day, shutting down a father's medical equipment, and the team arrived the next morning after learning about it. Second, they handle dual solar-and-roof projects with unusual attention to detail. One crew noticed minor roof damage only visible after tearing off the old shingles, walked the homeowner through exactly what the repair would cost before proceeding, and finished ahead of schedule. We did find occasional communication lapses during the permit phase, one customer went weeks without an update before discovering the city had already approved their work. But 85 reviewers mentioned the post-sale support by name, often years after installation, which suggests those early hiccups don't predict how the company will treat you long-term.

We found a rare hands-on installer who actually troubleshoots his own work years later. When an LG panel failed on one homeowner's roof after several years of zero electric bills, Stefan showed up the next day, diagnosed a covered warranty component, and handled the replacement. Reviews show 50 mentions of workmanship quality with zero complaints, and we noticed the same name appearing in every single story: the owner himself is on-site for installs, not a rotating crew. We tracked two standout patterns. First, speed without chaos. One buyer went from contract signing to live system in under a month, beating a rate-structure deadline that saved $100 to $200 annually. (Stefan handled city permitting, inspection, and utility approval in consecutive steps with no downtime between phases.) Second, he prices lower than big-name competitors because he skips the sales-commission overhead, then delivers commercial-grade electrical work to residential customers. In one case, he avoided a costly panel-upgrade requirement that other installers had insisted was mandatory, saving the homeowner thousands.

Zenith Roofing Services earned our recommendation by doing something rare in this industry: they showed up. We found 11 reviews praising their workmanship with zero complaints about quality, and 9 customers singled out their follow-up support without a single negative mention. One homeowner called for a leak repair and Zenith was the only contractor who didn't ghost them after the inspection. When a hard rain made the owner panic about another leak, Bryan came back and cleared leaf buildup for free. That's the pattern we saw repeatedly: a crew that fixes the immediate problem, then proactively prevents the next one. Reviews show they're flexible enough to work weekends around weather delays and coordinate with solar installers to minimize downtime. Bryan gets called out by name in a dozen reviews for being honest about what you actually need instead of upselling repairs. If you want a roofer who'll come back without charging you every time it rains, this is the crew.

We found a rare contractor where the city inspector volunteered that their work was among the best he'd seen. Revend Solar (formerly Enerev) doesn't just meet code, they exceed it. One reviewer's electrician praised the installation's clean layout unprompted. Another watched their bill drop from $225 to $90 after switching to solar, a 60% cut that held steady through two Arizona summers. We noticed two standout patterns. First, reviewers mention zero post-installation problems. No leaks, no panel failures, no callbacks. One customer has been running their system for two years with more energy use than before and still pays far less each month. Second, their sales process skips the usual solar pitch theatrics. When one buyer needed a complex setup with battery backup, inverter swap, and generator hookup, the rep spent hours mapping out financing options until the customer fully understood every choice. If you hate budgeting around unpredictable summer spikes, the consistency alone justifies the switch.

Smith Electrical Contractors earns a spot at the top of our San Diego picks. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews spanning EV charger hookups, panel upgrades, and complete solar installations, and the consistency is striking. One homeowner called in for a Tesla wall charger, got an appointment within days, and watched the crew arrive 20 minutes early and finish in under 90 minutes with the inspector right behind them. Another had a panel upgrade quoted, scheduled, and coordinated seamlessly with SDG&E so they never got stuck playing middleman. We found 80 mentions of careful, corner-free workmanship and zero complaints about follow-up support once the job closed out. Richard, one of their lead technicians, earned 22 individual callouts for explaining every wire pull and breaker shuffle with the patience of a teacher. The trade-off: their quotes run higher than a handyman with a truck. If you want the cheapest bid, you'll find it elsewhere. But if you want an electrician who'll reorganize your breaker panel instead of insisting you need a whole new one, and who'll come back two days later to reposition an EV charger because you're not fully happy with the mounting spot, the premium buys you something tangible.

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.

Build Brothers runs one of the tightest solar and roofing operations we've seen. One homeowner called them about underperforming panels four years after install, and a tech was onsite within 24 hours, fixed the electrical panel issue, and adjusted unrelated breakers while he was up there. Another had a panel fail two years in (manufacturer went bankrupt), and the company pulled a spare from inventory and installed it for free. We found 382 mentions of workmanship quality with only 9 complaints, and the pattern held across hundreds of reviews: crews show up fast, communicate through each step, and come back to fix things even when the problem wasn't their fault. The roof side is just as strong. Colton's team tore off a 1968 tar-and-gravel roof, replaced rotted wood, and installed 60mil TPO in four days on a project quoted for over a week, then swept the property spotless. When tiles started sliding off a roof nine years after a solar install (done by a company Build Brothers acquired), they sent a crew within a week, fixed the solar damage, and threw in an unrelated repair. You will pay a bit more than the lowest quote. But if your manufacturer disappears or your system stops performing years down the line, this is the crew that shows up the next day with a spare part and stays until it works.

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.)

SD Electricity handles electrical work the way you'd want a friend to. We found reviews where the owner converted a garage to 220V for an EV charger over a single weekend, repaired vintage chandelier wiring in a cathedral ceiling without sending it to a costly shop, and showed up within hours to fix blown breakers. Fourteen reviewers singled out workmanship quality, and nine praised follow-up support without a single complaint about either. The company excels at two things most electricians struggle with: giving accurate estimates that stick (one homeowner swapped tasks mid-job and Cosmin called it even) and responding the same day you call. In one case, outlets went dark and he arrived, diagnosed, and fixed the problem in minutes. The only trade-off is scale. This is a small operation, so if you need a commercial rewire or a crew of five tomorrow, look elsewhere. But if you want an electrician who wears booties to protect your carpet and monitors your solar system on his iPad after install, you won't find better.

Keegan Electric Solar is the rare contractor where the owner answers the phone, shows up to your house, and installs your system himself. We analyzed reviews spanning seven years and found that kind of consistency matters. One homeowner called six solar companies before signing with anyone, spoke to Jesse first, and never bothered getting the other five quotes because he passed what she called

Pacific View Electric is the rare contractor we'd hire without hesitation. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship or follow-up, a pattern that held across electrical repairs, ceiling fan installs, and full solar projects. One homeowner discovered weeks after installation that the grounding spike for their new panels had, by terrible luck, pierced the main drain line. They called Cesar, the owner, and he sent someone immediately, no runaround, no finger-pointing. That's the company in miniature. Eighteen reviewers singled out the quality of the finished work, and 14 praised post-sale support without a single negative mention in either category. Speed stands out too. One solar customer noted the big companies quoted six to eight weeks for install, Pacific View finished the job one day after permits cleared. The team routinely shows up on time, communicates clearly, and cleans up thoroughly. If you want an electrician who treats a random freeway flat tire like an emergency service call (yes, that happened), this is your crew.

Stellar Solar has earned thousands of positive reviews because they do what most solar installers can't: stay responsive and helpful long after the panels go live. We analyzed their recent customer feedback and found 751 reviewers who mentioned workmanship quality, and only 30 complaints among them. One homeowner contacted Stellar two years after installation because a panel started underperforming. The company sent a crew out immediately, replaced the panel under warranty, and the system has been running at full capacity ever since. Another customer needed help sorting out a confusing EV charger installation months after their project closed, and Stellar walked them through it on the first call. Installation timelines average six weeks from contract to power-on, which included permitting, roof inspections, and utility approvals. The pattern that sets them apart: 509 reviews specifically call out post-installation support, and 72% of those mention getting help on the first attempt. Stellar employs in-house crews rather than subcontracting the work, which means the team that installs your panels is the same team you'll call if something breaks. Their one consistent weak spot showed up in 91 reviews: when hardware fails (especially third-party components like monitoring systems or inverters), some customers report waiting weeks for a fix or chasing down callbacks that never come.

Rooftop Solar gets installs right the first time. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found just 1 complaint about workmanship quality versus 109 praising it. One homeowner had panels installed while traveling on vacation and returned to a fully commissioned system already generating electricity. Another watched their team finish a complete installation in a single day, then clean up so thoroughly there wasn't a scrap of packaging left behind. The most distinctive pattern we noticed: 130 reviews mention sales and project management staff by name, with reviewers praising how they answer every question without impatience. Michelle, a project manager mentioned in multiple reviews, fielded one customer's barrage of technical questions in near-real time and still followed up after installation to troubleshoot monitoring software. The financial outcomes back up the service quality. Nineteen reviewers report generating 99-100% of their annual electricity needs, turning $200+ monthly bills into single-digit charges. One engineering-focused customer has tracked his sixteen-panel system for fifteen months with zero maintenance beyond occasionally checking the phone app. (The quiet satisfaction of near-zero electric bills, as one reviewer put it, is apparently the only noticeable change in daily life once the system is running.)

We recommend 180 Solar Power without reservation. One Escondido homeowner's electricity bill dropped from $600 per summer month to a $50 annual true-up, saving $200 monthly even with loan payments. Another customer designed a system to cover 75% of usage and ended up producing 130% of their needs. We found 33 reviews praising workmanship quality and 35 highlighting strong value, with nearly perfect scores across installation execution and project management. What sets this company apart is owner Peter Stern's custom design approach. He answers technical questions without pressure, sizes systems based on actual usage patterns rather than standard templates, and personally visits homes when concerns arise. The installation crews consistently finish ahead of schedule (one reviewer noted completion a full day early), position panels precisely on rooflines, and clean job sites thoroughly. After installation, they remain responsive to service calls for years. One reviewer reported prompt fixes whenever issues arose, and another had panels added in 2024 without triggering unfavorable NEM3 rules because the team knew regulatory workarounds. The only recurring complaint involves communication gaps during permitting, with a few customers missing unscheduled appointment windows or waiting for status updates.

New Leaf Electric is the electrician you call when someone else's solar install goes sideways. We analyzed reviews from homeowners who hired them for everything from EV chargers to full solar arrays, and one pattern stood out: 62 reviewers singled out their workmanship as exceptional, while only 1 complained. Eric, the owner, showed up at 7 AM on a Monday to diagnose what turned out to be an AC disconnect issue unrelated to the EV charger his team had just installed. He didn't charge for it. Another homeowner watched Eric walk them through a charger troubleshooting sequence over email rather than billing for an easy service call. The follow-up support is rock-solid (41 positive mentions, 3 negative), and reviews show the crew handles permitting, HOA paperwork, and warranty claims without dumping those headaches on you. One reviewer hired them to repair a failing system after the original installer abandoned residential work. Eric diagnosed a faulty inverter the next day, processed the warranty exchange, and had the house producing power again within a week. If your priority is an installer who'll actually answer when something stops working two years from now, New Leaf is worth the slight premium over bottom-dollar quotes.

Liberty Bay Solar is who you call when you want someone who'll actually fix your system years later. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a pattern that sets this contractor apart: Chad, the owner and a licensed electrician and roofer, still answers the phone and shows up himself for troubleshooting calls long after installation. In one case, he opened a warranty case with SolarEdge, spent two hours on hold stepping through their diagnostics, then returned a week later to install the replacement inverter and clean the panels. We found 25 reviewers praising workmanship quality with zero complaints, and 8 separate stories of same-day or next-day service calls where Chad diagnosed inverter failures, navigated manufacturer warranties, and restored systems within hours. His consultations lean technical: he'll spend an hour explaining battery backup trade-offs or why a metal roof install costs more, and 19 reviewers specifically noted his low-pressure, engineering-focused approach. The installation process itself earned high marks for coordination, especially when roofing work ran parallel to solar, though permitting delays and one multi-building project that required extra attention show this isn't a volume installer churning through cookie-cutter jobs.

Solar's Smart delivers. One homeowner contacted Mark Miller on a Saturday, had a finalized roof layout by Monday, and was generating power five weeks later. Another watched his annual electric bill drop from over $2,400 to under $100. We found 15 reviews praising the quality of the installation work itself, with zero complaints about sloppy wiring or roof damage. Mark handles the entire process personally, from the initial evaluation through permit approval and final inspection, which explains why projects consistently finish in six weeks or less. The small crew size means you get the owner on your roof, not a rotating cast of subcontractors. Sixteen reviewers mentioned his responsiveness and clear communication, and five specifically called out his follow-up support after the system went live. One customer even noted Mark continued monitoring their energy use and offered tips to optimize performance. (If you're the type who stresses about summer air conditioning bills, that kind of attention apparently continues long after the check clears.)

We recommend Family First Solar Electric without reservation. In multiple cases, they stepped in to fix systems botched by other companies at half the cost with higher-quality equipment. One reviewer cycled through two failed installers before Anthony's crew completed the final-inspection work in record time for 50% less than competing bids. We found 25 mentions of workmanship quality with only one negative, and 21 reviews praised post-installation support with just a single complaint. Two patterns stand out: Anthony gives accurate phone estimates that don't inflate at contract time (one homeowner said his final bill matched the ballpark quote exactly, even after years of comparison shopping), and the crew will travel outside their region to repair systems they didn't install. In one case, they drove to Temecula to replace an inverter on a competitor's job, showed up on time, and walked the homeowner through every step. If you want an installer who answers technical questions instead of handing you off to three different departments, this is your pick.

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.)

Option One Solar will call you when something breaks before you even notice it. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company whose post-install support sets them apart from industry competitors who disappear after cashing your check. One customer's system went offline and received a proactive call from Option One, followed by a technician visit the next day at zero cost. Another had three optimizers fail and learned about it from the company's monitoring team, not their electric bill. The service technicians arrived within 48 hours, replaced everything under warranty, and left in under two hours. We found 207 mentions of strong follow-up support with only 5 complaints, and 241 reviews praised their project management against just 5 negatives. What stands out is the depth of expertise across the team. Ashton, a frequently named sales consultant, patiently explained solar economics through multiple customer questions without pressure, and project coordinator Natasha kept homeowners updated at every permitting and inspection milestone. The installation crews finish ground-mount systems in a single day, and one reviewer noted neighbors watching the roof work wished they had hired Option One instead of their own installer. The company monitors systems remotely and fixes warranty issues without customer prompting, a service model that keeps working years after the panels go live.

Perk Solar is the rare contractor where customers come back years later to reaffirm their original recommendation. We analyzed dozens of reviews spanning seven years and found something unusual: people who installed systems in 2014 were still writing in 2019 to say they'd recommend the company again. One customer waited a full year after installation before posting, just to confirm his system really did perform as promised. That patience paid off. He now jokes about having enough power to

SunVantage Solar earns our strong recommendation. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, zero complaints about project management, and only one mention of weak post-installation support. One customer doubled their system size seven years after the original install because Brandon handled everything so smoothly the first time, including a full electrical panel upgrade. Another hired SunVantage for a second expansion after rates went up, calling the process seamless both times. What stands out most is speed: 55 reviews praise how fast Brandon's crew moves, with multiple customers reporting installation within a week of signing and full inspection clearance inside two weeks. The company also beats competitors on price. Three reviewers compared quotes directly and found SunVantage nearly half the cost of larger firms for identical hardware. Brandon lives in the same neighborhoods he serves, which apparently makes him shameless about showing up unannounced to tweak inverter settings after your system goes live. If you want an installer who treats solar like a long-term relationship instead of a one-time sale, this is your company.

Independent Energy Solutions handles tricky roofs other installers won't touch. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found two standout patterns. First, their project managers don't just show up and leave. They give daily progress updates, lock up your garage each evening, and respond to WiFi glitches the same day you report them. One homeowner praised Ben Jones for being particular about details and leaving the site tidy every night, a small thing that made having strangers on the roof for a week feel manageable. Second, they work around your preferences instead of forcing a standard template. When one family insisted on panels on the back of the house for aesthetic reasons (even though south-facing front made more technical sense), the team patiently explained trade-offs and designed the layout the homeowners actually wanted. Chris, the sales lead, earned repeat mentions for refusing to upsell bigger systems than needed. One reviewer followed up four times for a quote and never heard back, so if you're shopping around casually, you may hit a wall. (Apparently they only return calls from people ready to commit money, which is bold.) But if you're past the research phase and want an installer who'll replace broken roof tiles without charging extra, they're worth the premium.

Sunline Energy comes through when a lot of contractors wouldn't. We found 306 reviews praising their pricing and value, but what stood out was the follow-through after the sale. One homeowner waited over a year to write her review, wanting to see a full year of production data first. The system Sunline designed covered her entire electricity bill without overselling panels, even though she'd worried when neighbors had twice as many on their roofs. Another customer reached out about a water issue months after install. Sunline sent crews repeatedly over several months to troubleshoot, even though the problem turned out to be unrelated to their work. We saw 531 mentions of workmanship quality and 341 highlighting post-sale support. Installation teams left job sites cleaner than most contractors (no food wrappers, no stray wire), matched house paint for conduit runs, and replaced broken roof tiles without being asked. The communication impressed us most. You can reach a live person when you call, and 552 reviews mentioned strong project management.

SoCal Solar Brokers consistently delivers what direct installers can't: multiple vetted bids, competitive wholesale pricing, and someone who actually manages the chaos for you. We analyzed reviews spanning two years and found zero complaints about the core service. One homeowner had been quoted by five different companies over a decade, all saying a ground array wouldn't pencil out, until Michael Faelin walked the property with a certified engineer and designed a creative solution that now saves them money every month. Another customer compared quotes from multiple installers and confirmed Alex Margolies secured comparable equipment at a significantly better price by leveraging volume discounts with rated installation partners. The brokers handle financing negotiations, contractor coordination, and post-installation follow-up. In one case, a system went from consultation to city inspection approval in two weeks. 26 reviews specifically praised the sales approach as transparent and pressure-free. If you dread navigating solar quotes alone or worry about overpaying a single installer's markup, this model turns the research burden into someone else's job.

Burtek Energy earned our recommendation the old-fashioned way: we found dozens of stories about crews who actually showed up on time, fixed problems they didn't cause, and stayed in touch years after the install. In one memorable case, a homeowner's backup batteries failed during a blackout; the company's owner personally drove out the next day with replacement parts under warranty. We noticed 41 reviews specifically praising installation quality, with multiple customers highlighting Eric, a technician who crawled through attics to troubleshoot monitoring issues and called manufacturers on the spot to open warranty claims. Reviews consistently mention no-pressure sales consultations (48 people used words like "professional" or "transparent"), SunPower panels with solid warranties, and in-house project management that handles permitting without drama. The company also installs NeoVolta batteries, and 11 homeowners described those jobs as seamless from quote to final configuration. We did find three serious complaints involving double-sold panels and hostile responses from ownership, all filed with the State Contractors Board. Those disputes are worth knowing about, but they're outliers in a pattern otherwise defined by follow-through.

We've reviewed every complaint we could find about Solar Gain, and there aren't enough to fill a paragraph. After analyzing well over a hundred installations, we found the same pattern: crews show up on schedule, finish in the promised window, and leave roofs looking untouched. One homeowner whose previous contractor abandoned a half-finished system watched Solar Gain step in and complete the job without missing a deadline. Another compared 15 quotes and noted that Solar Gain was the only installer who arrived with a quadcopter to map the roof before proposing a design. The data backs this up. Seventy-seven reviews specifically praised workmanship quality, and we couldn't locate a single mention of a botched install or hidden fee. What sets them apart is how they handle the tedious middle stage between signing and switch-on. One customer received unprompted progress updates every week for five months while permits crawled through the utility. When a neighbor objected to trenching work, the project manager visited in person to smooth things over. If you want the cheapest bid in town, keep shopping. But if you'd rather hire a crew that won't ghost you when the HOA pushes back or the inverter stops talking to the monitoring app two years later, Solar Gain is the safer bet.

Gen819 delivers installation work that stands up to San Diego's weather. When a summer rainstorm caused leaks during one flat-roof job, the crew returned the same day to fix and repaint the damage so thoroughly you'd never know it happened. We found 25 reviews praising workmanship quality with zero negative comments, the clearest signal a contractor will do the job right. The company excels at two things most installers struggle with: metal roof installations (which one homeowner researched for two years before choosing Gen819 over every other local specialist) and navigating permit approvals through Southern California Edison without the customer chasing paperwork. Marcus, the owner, answers questions directly rather than routing you through a call center. One condo HOA received multiple unaffordable quotes from competitors, then got a workable TPO quote from Gen819 the next day with no surprise charges at completion. The catch: two customers reported verbal quotes that tripled in writing, so insist on a written estimate before you commit to anything.

Heliogold consistently earns trust by refusing to oversell. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a pattern: customers praise the company for recommending smaller, cheaper systems instead of pushing batteries and add-ons they don't need. One engineer cross-checked a Heliogold quote against competing bids that included tens of thousands in unnecessary gear and found Heliogold's proposal matched her own calculations within five percent. Reviews show 151 mentions of honest sales conduct and only 6 complaints. Installations wrap in a single day, and 75 customers specifically called out post-installation support, including a VP who answered technical questions on a Friday night and an owner who personally issued a $1,000 rebate check when an online process failed. The company partners with SunPower for panels and handles roof replacements through vetted contractors when needed. If you want an installer who'll size your system correctly instead of maximizing their commission, Heliogold is the safer bet.

Revo Home Solutions won't dazzle you with cutting-edge tech or flashy perks, but they'll walk you through solar with patience and deliver what they promise. We found 26 mentions of good value and 25 of solid workmanship, and reviewers consistently describe a pressure-free sales process. One analyst spent months researching solar providers, grilled the Revo rep at his door, and signed two days later after realizing the rep knew more than he did. Another homeowner watched installers paint the electrical conduit to match his house without being asked. The company leans heavily on door-to-door outreach, which works for some (57 reviews praised the consultative approach) but backfired twice when reps ignored no-solicitation signs. If you want an installer who answers follow-up questions months after install and sends drone footage of your finished roof, Revo delivers. If polished marketing and app-based monitoring matter more than personal check-ins, you'll notice what's missing.

Palomar Solar does the work right and stays engaged long after installation. We analyzed a full range of their projects and found a pattern of one-day installs, multi-year follow-up, and customer stories that span a decade without complaint. One homeowner with a 4,600-square-foot house paid a $38 electric bill for the entire year. Another had a shattered panel replaced at no cost, even when the damage couldn't be explained. The company monitors each system remotely and flags performance drops before customers notice them. We found 128 mentions of workmanship quality and zero negative comments about follow-up support. Palomar runs both its solar and roofing crews in-house, so you avoid the blame-shifting that happens when a leak appears under new panels. They use microinverters (one per panel), so a single failure doesn't take down your whole array. The premium over competitors is real, but 80 reviewers called out long-term responsiveness, and we couldn't find a story of a warranty claim being denied or delayed.

Fredrick's Electric is a safe bet if you want an electrician who'll actually show up on time and fix the problem right. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found two standout patterns. First, response speed: 4 reviewers mentioned same-day scheduling, and one homeowner called about flickering kitchen lights that had stumped previous electricians for months. Fredrick's team spent hours tracing the issue to a single screw touching a metal door outside, didn't overcharge for the detective work, and the problem never came back. Second, repeat business tells the real story. One customer in Solana Beach has used them for 20 years across multiple projects. Another hired them for commercial jobs over a full decade and described never worrying about code compliance. We found 17 mentions of high-quality workmanship and 12 of strong post-sale support, with only 1 negative review (a traffic complaint unrelated to actual electrical work). The only thing missing here is flashy marketing. Fredrick's just keeps showing up and doing the work.

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.

Soltech Electric runs a tight operation, but they lean hard on door-to-door sales. We analyzed reviews covering installations throughout 2021-2022 and found zero complaints about workmanship quality, a standout pattern in an industry where roof penetration issues are common. Crews finished most installs in a single day, and the systems went live without callbacks. The sales pitch works because reps like Ben and Nyjiah stay involved after signing, which 32 reviewers called out as unusual for solar companies that often ghost customers post-contract. One homeowner delayed for years assuming their old roof would complicate the job, then watched the crew handle design and permitting in six weeks total. The pricing is competitive enough that multiple customers said they walked away from cheaper quotes because Soltech answered texts on weekends. We noticed the praise clusters tightly around individual salespeople rather than the company brand, a signal that your experience depends heavily on who knocks. If you value a rep who'll walk you through utility interconnection paperwork at 9 p.m., the premium over the lowest bid makes sense.

Advanced Solar Technologies does one thing and does it consistently well. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about the actual tinting work. Bryan, the installer, showed up on time in 22 separate reviews, explained film options in detail, and left behind installations that customers were still praising years later. One homeowner noted that tint installed in 2008 remained intact a decade on. The heat reduction is real. We found 25 reviews describing dramatic drops in cooling costs, with several customers calling Bryan back for second and third properties after feeling the difference. He's not pushy. In one case, he removed a large window's film entirely and ate the cost of materials and labor because a seam didn't meet his standards, even though the customer had initially accepted it. The pricing sits in the reasonable range, not rock-bottom, not premium. If you want an installer who won't upsell you on windows you don't need tinted and who'll still be answering your texts two years later, this is a safe pick.

Palmetto Energy will get your system installed and answer your calls when something breaks. The workmanship scores high, and we found dozens of reviews describing fast, professional installation crews who showed up on time and cleaned up after themselves. One homeowner dealt with both an HOA dispute before installation and faulty panels in the first year, yet stuck with Palmetto because their customer manager spent months troubleshooting until production returned to normal. Another customer's dashboard stopped working and support had it running again within an hour. The post-sale support scores nearly as well as the installation work itself, with 269 positive mentions of reps who follow through on service tickets. Where Palmetto stumbles is value. Only 78 reviewers said the price felt fair, while 37 called it steep, and the federal tax credit process confused enough customers that multiple reviews mention not understanding how it works even after filing. (If you're buying solar partly for the tax benefit, budget time to call an accountant or expect to piece it together yourself.)

San Diego Solar gets the fundamentals right without any flash. We found a small, owner-operated outfit where the two brothers who answer your calls also wire your inverter and climb on your roof. One homeowner watched the county inspector congratulate Dirk on passing inspection on the first try, a rarity the inspector felt compelled to mention. Reviewers consistently note the no-pressure sales approach: when one couple asked about battery storage, Dirk recommended they wait because better products were coming soon, an answer that cost him an immediate upsell. The follow-up support is reliable across dozens of reviews, with customers reporting prompt replies years after install. Installation timelines run longer than you'd get from a crew-heavy company. One customer endured a six-week wait that turned contentious when scheduling conflicts and invoice confusion derailed a repair (the only negative review we saw), proof that a two-person leadership team can bottleneck when jobs stack up.

Alltech Solar is a solid installer, but they win on price and no-pressure sales more than standout service. We analyzed their track record and found 102 mentions of reliable workmanship—teams show up on time, finish fast, and leave clean job sites—but post-install responsiveness is uneven. One homeowner watched Chase climb onto the roof to diagnose a patio leak unrelated to the solar install, then patch it for free. Another waited four months for a panel replacement and eventually hired a lawyer. The company quoted $19,200 when seven competitors hovered near $25,000, installed stainless steel connectors instead of plastic, and threw in a 25-year workmanship warranty when most capped at 15. If you value an in-person consult over a slick pitch and want premium hardware without the premium markup, Alltech delivers. Just know you're trading some handholding for a better deal. (One reviewer called out the crew for uprooting patio plants on every visit. We can't verify the botanical carnage, but points for specificity.)

Asgard Energy delivers solid solar and battery work. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found that 37 homeowners specifically praised the installation craftsmanship, while only 2 mentioned any issues with the finished work. One customer watched Asgard's crew rip out a day's worth of electrical routing because they didn't like how visible the wiring looked from the street, then repaint the conduit to match the house trim. The company handles city permits and HOA paperwork without making you chase down forms, and their Enphase systems consistently match the original energy-use forecasts (one 4kw system landed within a few dollars of the projected utility bill after a full year). They won't upsell you on extra panels you don't need. That said, two customers reported going silent when post-install problems cropped up months later, and we noticed communication complaints spike after the first year. The crew will troubleshoot a cable-company mistake at no charge, but long-term responsiveness is inconsistent.

Family First Solar delivers steady work and shows up when problems arise. We found a homeowner whose 11-year-old system still runs strong, with the owner personally replacing a faulty panel without pushback. Another customer saved over $280 monthly, dropping a $300 bill to $16, and noted Kevin (the owner) made a special trip to diagnose a water heater that wasn't even solar-related. Seventeen reviews praised the installation crew's project management with zero complaints about missed deadlines or scheduling chaos. Twelve customers mentioned follow-up support, consistently describing Kevin as responsive when inverters needed checking or systems required tweaking. What's missing is scale. This is a small, locally owned outfit, and one frustrated homeowner waited over a year for HECO completion paperwork (still paying full electric bills the entire time). If you're willing to trade a big-company process for an owner who'll personally troubleshoot your equipment a decade later, the rapport is real.

Mark Naylor Solar Specialists installed a workable system, but expect some communication bumps along the way. We found 16 reviewers who praised timely installations and knowledgeable crews who solved tricky roof placements. One homeowner had panels installed on the wrong section of the roof, called Mark on a weekend, and got the issue fixed. Another had their 15-year-old system serviced three times over the years with zero drama. The consistency stands out: 23 reviews specifically mention solid workmanship, and crews named Dave, Austin, and Bucky earned repeat shout-outs for friendly, competent repairs. The downside is responsiveness. Three customers reported days-long callback delays or no follow-up at all, even during emergencies. One reviewer with a busted water heater waited a week for a promised return call that never came. If you value a proven install track record and don't mind playing phone tag during busy seasons, this is a safe bet. If you need white-glove customer service or have a complex system, shop around.

Richard Olinger Electric is the kind of contractor you keep in your phone for life. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found zero negative comments about their workmanship, a pattern so rare we had to double-check the data. One customer lost power on a Sunday night when a pole fell and damaged their elderly parents' house. Rick answered the phone, drove over in 30 minutes, coordinated county inspections and the utility company, and waited until the lights came back on before leaving. That's the service level baked into every job here. Reviewers mention Lucy and Justin by name more than we've seen for any crew, a sign the whole team operates with the same care. They handle both quick fixes and complex installations (panel upgrades, EV charger lines, sauna wiring) with the same responsiveness. The only trade-off: as a smaller operation, they're not always available next-day during busy seasons, though 33 reviewers did get same-day service when they needed it.

West Coast Heating Air Solar is a solid, dependable installer. We analyzed years of customer feedback and found a company that shows up on time, completes projects efficiently, and follows through when something goes wrong. In one review, a homeowner described getting three competing quotes for an HVAC replacement, one suspiciously cheap and missing a critical furnace platform issue, another bloated and 50% overpriced. West Coast caught the platform problem, proposed the most sensible solution, and came in at the best long-term value. That pattern held across the data. We found 823 mentions of fair pricing and 1,743 reviewers who singled out workmanship quality. The company earned national recognition for both workmanship and post-sale support, and the track record backs it up. Technicians arrive when promised, clean up after themselves, and don't upsell unnecessary repairs. One homeowner admitted skipping maintenance for eight years, the tech cleaned and repaired only what was needed, no pressure, just honest return on investment. The weak spot is post-install service consistency. Three different maintenance visits turned up a tool left hanging in a ceiling vent, stripped paint on intake covers, and a skipped air handler inspection with someone else's summary emailed afterward (which is impressive given that you need an air handler for the unit to work).

Dils Roofing & Solar is a safe, reliable choice. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company that consistently delivers solid work without drama, though it won't set speed records. One homeowner called them back 25 years after their original install for a repair and found them just as competent as the first time around. Another watched crews replace termite-damaged wood and broken tiles over three weeks, ultimately getting a roof they trust will last 35 years, despite frustration over the timeline. Reviews show 139 mentions of strong workmanship and 101 praising their follow-up support. The standout pattern is coordination: when crews removed solar panels for a roof replacement, they proactively inspected for leaks during a rainstorm before the house was watertight, then caught and fixed connection damage during reinstall. The second pattern is longevity: we found multiple customers who've used them across decades, including one HOA managing 200 units that's relied on them for six years running. If you're willing to trade speed for thoroughness and you value a contractor who'll still pick up the phone in 2049, this is your company.

Ascent Roofing installs cleanly and finishes on time, but their follow-up care is inconsistent. We analyzed reviews spanning five years and found a stark split. One customer reported waiting weeks for a leak inspection after multiple ignored promises, then watched the repair crew leave shingles unfastened weeks later. Another praised the team for returning the next morning to inspect solar damage months after installation with zero hassle. The gap comes down to who answers your call. When Carlos or foreman Luis handle coordination directly, 81 reviewers describe flawless project management. The crew shows at 7 a.m., finishes a full reroof in under a week, and tarps the work overnight so storms don't interrupt. In one case they completed a 3,400-square-foot job with solar panel removal two hours before a four-day rain event. But if your repair request lands in the queue during a busy stretch, expect delays. The workmanship itself is rarely questioned. Eighty-nine reviews mention careful tile placement, reinforced underlayment upgrades, and roofs that pass inspection without revision.

United Electric will show up, fix your problem, and charge you less than you expected. One homeowner called in the morning after appliance installers flagged dangerous wiring, and Jesus arrived by 10 a.m. the same day, installed a code-compliant junction box, patched the old holes, and returned the next day to test the circuit at no charge. We found 64 mentions of workmanship quality with zero complaints. Across panel upgrades, EV charger installs, and emergency repairs, reviewers describe clean conduit runs, labeled breakers, and zero follow-up issues. The pricing consistently beat competing bids, sometimes by enough that multiple customers called it out by name. One cautionary note: scheduling can stretch if you catch them during a busy stretch (one reviewer waited longer than the original estimate, though the work itself met expectations). The trade-off is a licensed electrician who'll troubleshoot a botched solar install in under two hours or trench new conduit for a panel upgrade without cutting corners.

Empowered Energy Solutions delivers solid work with strong customer service. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found consistent praise for thorough installations and responsive follow-up, though the company's approach may feel too process-heavy if you want a fast, no-frills solar deal. Ted, the owner, opens every project with an energy audit that often steers clients toward cheaper efficiency fixes before recommending panels, a practice 12 reviewers called refreshingly honest. One homeowner trimmed their system size after Ted identified duct leaks and a wasteful pool pump, then saw the same owner respond within an hour when the pump controller glitched three years later. Eighteen reviewers specifically mentioned the owner's direct involvement in troubleshooting, and we found zero complaints about post-installation ghosting. The installations themselves run on time (17 reviewers used the word

Mark Anthony Construction and Roofing gets the fundamentals right. We found 187 reviews praising their workmanship and not a single complaint about follow-up support. One homeowner discovered a seam leak years after installation, emailed at night, and had a technician on-site the next morning to fix it under warranty. Another watched the crew cover their pool with tarps during tear-off so no debris would end up in the water. The company coordinates solar panel removal and reinstallation directly with your solar installer, a rare service that prevents warranty conflicts and saves you from juggling two contractors. Their crews show up on time, work full days, and sweep up daily, which 23 reviews specifically called out. If you are comparing purely on price, you may find a lower quote elsewhere, but if you want an installer who will respond to a warranty claim nine years later and send someone out the same week, the premium is worth it.

RC Roofing has been fixing the same roofs for decades. We found homeowners who first hired Rick Clark in the 1990s, then called him back for repairs, vent installs, and eventually full replacements years later. That longevity tells you something: the work holds up, and the crew doesn't vanish after install. In 114 reviews praising workmanship, we couldn't find a single complaint about shoddy repairs or botched tile relays. Customers describe Rick showing up years later to inspect a gutter issue (it wasn't the roof), fixing a broken tile at no charge, and coordinating with solar installers who cracked tiles during their own work. The pattern is consistency, not flashiness. If you need a roofer who'll still answer your call 12 years from now, RC Roofing earns that trust. But if you're hoping for cutting-edge project tracking software or a slick customer portal, you won't find it here. This is a small crew that runs on phone calls, owner involvement, and decades of tile-roof muscle memory.

Del Sol Energy is a safe choice if you want a local installer who won't ghost you after the sale. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found a company that handles the basics well, installs panels without obvious mistakes, and shows up years later when something breaks. One homeowner noticed an inverter failure in 2019, and Del Sol swapped the entire unit at their own expense rather than pointing him toward the manufacturer's warranty department. Another customer went four years without a true-up bill because the company right-sized the system from the start. The most distinctive pattern we noticed is how often reviewers mentioned painted conduit, a detail that sounds trivial until you realize it means the crew didn't treat your roof like a construction site. We also saw 80 mentions of workmanship quality with zero complaints about leaks or damage. The downside? A handful of customers reported waiting months for help when their systems went offline. One couple paid PG&E for four months before Del Sol diagnosed a faulty communication board. If you need hand-holding through monitoring dashboards or immediate callbacks, you may feel neglected. But if you want a straightforward install and are willing to chase them down when issues arise, Del Sol delivers on the fundamentals.

Peak Power Solutions delivers a solid solar install without drama. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found two standout patterns: installers who handle permits and HOA approvals without bothering you, and support staff who actually pick up the phone years later. One homeowner noticed a dark panel via the monitoring app, called Peak, and had a technician at the house within 24 hours under warranty. Another waited 18 months to review, wanting to see if the company would ghost them post-install. Instead, Peak checked in unprompted and swapped a failed gateway controller the same week he reported it. The 25-year warranty is among the longest we've seen, though you'll pay a bit more upfront than the cheapest bid. Eighty-four reviewers mentioned workmanship quality, and we didn't find a single complaint about roof damage or sloppy conduit runs. If you want an installer who'll troubleshoot your monitoring system over the phone on a Saturday three years later, Peak is that company.

Wiring Innovations handles complex AV and electrical projects with the kind of care that keeps customers calling back for years. One San Diego homeowner has used them six times since 2010 for everything from solar panels to sound zones to security systems, with no complaints. Reviews show 101 mentions of workmanship quality with zero negative comments, often praising the owner Javier's ability to hide conduits in attics, patch drywall the same day, and complete Cat6 installs in less time than competitors. What sets them apart is range: they'll mount your TV, wire ethernet through challenging walls, install recessed lighting, troubleshoot antenna placement, and come back for free if a connection doesn't work. In one case a reviewer lost power to a third of the house after closing escrow and Javier fixed wiring issues that weren't even part of the original job, no charge. The verdict makes sense if you want one licensed electrician who can handle multiple projects rather than coordinating three separate contractors. Just don't expect cutting-edge smart home integration or solar-specific warranties; this is a master electrician who added solar, not a dedicated solar firm.

Peak Builders is a competent all-around contractor, but you'll notice the gap between their roofing work and everything else. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found 67 people singled out their workmanship, most of them for roof replacements. One homeowner's roof leaked after San Diego's heavy 2023 rains, Peak sent a crew during the deluge, and finished the fix in three days with zero follow-up leaks. Another customer needed solar panels removed, underlayment replaced, and tiles reinstalled after a bedroom ceiling stain appeared, the crew wrapped it in two days against a week-long estimate. Where they stumble is the estimate stage. We found five reviews describing quote delays or no-shows, one customer waited two weeks for a pergola bid that arrived at double competing prices, another never received a skylight quote despite multiple follow-ups. If you want a straightforward roof repair and can tolerate a slightly slower sales process, their installation crews deliver. If you need complex multi-trade work or expect instant estimate turnarounds, you may hit friction before the hammers come out.

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.

San Diego County Roofing & Solar handles the roofing side of solar projects reliably. We found 124 mentions of solid workmanship and 116 comments praising their project coordination, including juggling solar panel removals with roof replacements. One homeowner's crew worked around skylight installations mid-project and still finished on schedule, another came home to find tarps over the pool and zero debris after each day. The company coordinates with a solar partner to deactivate panels, pull them off, replace the roof, and reinstall everything under one warranty, which simplifies a typically fragmented process. What we didn't find: any mention of competitive solar pricing or proactive system design advice. You're hiring a roofing crew that handles solar logistics, not a solar installer that happens to do roofs. If your roof needs replacement before panels go up, this setup works. If you're comparing solar quotes directly, expect to pay a premium for the convenience of single-point accountability, and be prepared to manage some coordination yourself between the roofer and their subcontracted solar partner.

Solarium Energy won't wow you, but they'll get panels on your roof without drama. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found a company that excels at straightforward installs but stumbles when customers need them months later. One homeowner called back about a faulty system and spent months chasing callbacks, eventually learning the owner admits service issues aren't prioritized. That's the risk here. The install crew works fast (one reviewer watched panels go up in a single day, then waited only for city permits), and early communication is solid. Ninety-seven reviewers praised the actual workmanship, and fifty-three mentioned helpful post-sale support during the first few weeks. But we found multiple accounts of customers unable to reach anyone once the ribbon was cut. If you're comparing quotes and Solarium comes in lower, the savings may cost you peace of mind down the road. The humor writes itself: apparently, getting someone on the phone is harder than getting your system to pass inspection.

Raneri & Long is a safe bet if you need a roof, but they're built for full replacements, not quick fixes. We found dozens of customers who praised their roof crews for working fast even in brutal heat, finishing complete tear-offs in under three days, and leaving job sites cleaner than most contractors bother with. One reviewer watched neighbors across the street struggle through a chaotic roof job and wrote, "I cannot say this loudly or clearly enough, HIRE A PROFESSIONAL." The company has been in business since the 1990s, and we counted 30 reviews from repeat customers who came back decades later or called for follow-up work without hesitation. David, the owner, inspects finished roofs himself and has honored old promises like installing a solar tube two years after the original job. But we also noticed a pattern: small repair requests get turned away or meet with friction. Three reviewers complained about no-shows, superficial ground inspections, or refusal to chase isolated leaks. If you're replacing an entire roof and want a crew that won't leave tar paper flapping overnight, they deliver. If you need someone to patch a vent pipe on short notice, keep looking.

Solar Watt Solutions won't wow you with slick marketing, but they'll get your system up and running fast and stand behind it for years. We found 64 reviews describing solid workmanship and zero complaints about the installation crew cutting corners. One homeowner called Dave eight years after install when storms caused a roof leak under the panels, and the crew showed up promptly to fix it under warranty without pushback. Another reviewer wasn't even a customer yet but got an hour of free phone troubleshooting to reconnect a finicky monitoring system. The company monitors systems remotely and has caught failing components before homeowners noticed, then replaced them at no charge. Installations typically wrap in one or two days (no week-long disruptions), and 87 reviewers specifically praised the no-pressure sales process. Dave and his team explain options clearly, answer technical questions without dodging, and don't badmouth competitors to close deals. If you want an installer who treats a roof leak in year eight like it's their problem to solve, this is a safe pick.

Simms Solar delivers clean, professional installs when owner Matt Simms stays engaged. We found 16 reviews praising workmanship quality, often calling out aesthetic wiring runs and rooftop layouts that looked sharp rather than slapped together. One homeowner who coordinated a concurrent roof replacement reported Matt worked hand-in-hand with roofers to avoid downtime, finished on schedule, and delivered a True-Up bill one year later that matched the original estimate to the dollar. But post-installation support scores drag the company down. Three reviews describe serious permitting failures: one project sat unpermitted for months because the application was never filed, another required a $20,000 fix after an inspector flagged incorrect panel placement and missing county records. In both cases, the owner stopped returning calls once the deposit cleared. If you're evaluating purely on install aesthetics and upfront pricing, Simms competes well. If you need confidence that someone will answer the phone six months after PTO, factor in the risk that Matt may ghost you when complications arise.

Green Earth Electric is a solid, reliable electrician who won't leave you guessing. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a contractor who shows up on time, quotes jobs accurately, and cleans up after himself, all of which sound basic until you've hired someone who doesn't. One reviewer hired Joseph to install a 14-50 outlet for EV charging and noted that most electricians she contacted had no idea how an EVSE works, which would have left her with an underpowered setup and another expensive upgrade down the road. Another customer's EV charger arrived defective, and Joseph made multiple trips back to troubleshoot it at no extra charge. We found 50 mentions of clean, competent workmanship and 38 mentions of on-schedule project completion. The company specializes in EV charger installs, a niche that demands up-to-date code knowledge and an understanding of amperage requirements most general electricians don't have. Joseph also texts back fast, which matters when you're juggling three bids and need a straight answer. (One reviewer got a free phone diagnosis from a tech named Eric, who walked her through a fix step-by-step instead of booking a service call. That kind of integrity had "vanished," she wrote, which tells you how low the bar is.)

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.

Christian Roofing will show up when you call, fix what needs fixing, and come back years later if something goes wrong. We found 226 reviewers who praised their workmanship, and in one case a homeowner reported a ceiling bubble seven years after installation only to have the company send an inspector and a repair crew at no charge within days. The company handles both routine roof replacements and solar installations, which matters because a single contractor managing both means your roof warranty stays intact. Two patterns stood out. First, 83 reviewers described repair jobs where crews arrived on schedule, cleaned up thoroughly, and returned without complaint to address minor oversights. Second, 25 customers reported leak fixes that actually lasted, including one homeowner whose persistent wind-driven leaks finally stopped after the crew returned mid-storm to diagnose the problem and then came back with instructions to do whatever it took. (That level of commitment is rare enough that it's worth calling out.) The company offers periodic inspections where the cost gets credited toward any needed repairs, which 58 reviewers mentioned as a reason they've stuck with Christian Roofing across multiple projects.

Clayco Electric delivers solid solar installations without drama. We analyzed their track record and found 68 reviewers singled out their project management, more than any other strength. One San Diego homeowner ran quotes from ten companies and eliminated half for missed appointments or pushy lease offers, then chose Clayco because Clay designed the system around existing stone-coated steel roofing and came in thousands under the next bid. The installation crews work fast. A 20-panel system typically goes up in one day, and reviewers mention Andrew, Oscar, and Dan by name for painting conduits to match the house and leaving job sites clean. Clayco handles all permitting and utility paperwork in-house, which 59 reviews flagged as a plus. But post-sale support lags behind their install quality. We found 9 complaints about unresolved warranty claims and communication breakdowns after activation, including one review alleging the owner demanded full payment before commissioning the system. (One reviewer also accused Clay of threatening a lien over a billing dispute, which reads like a soap opera but points to friction when things go sideways.) If you value a tidy install at a fair price and don't expect white-glove follow-up, Clayco fits the bill.

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.

EcoGen America does solid work and won't ghost you after installation. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship or follow-up support. One homeowner hired them over a year ago and said they've consistently exceeded expectations ever since, another noted the crew handled permits without needing a single follow-up call. Reviews show 27 mentions of clean installation work and 14 praising post-sale responsiveness, but we noticed something missing: almost no one describes a specific problem the company solved or a technical challenge they navigated. The reviews read more like satisfaction surveys than stories. That's not a red flag, it just means we can't tell you how they handle complications. If you want an installer who'll show up on time, mount panels correctly, and answer the phone six months later, EcoGen checks those boxes. If you need evidence they can troubleshoot a tricky roof or chase down utility paperwork when permits stall, you'll have to ask them directly.

Solar Negotiators is a solid installer if you value long-term follow-up and meticulous maintenance. We found 768 reviewers praising their post-sale support, something rare enough in solar that one customer opened a review with "The follow up they do years after my solar was installed is phenomenal!" Their twice-a-year panel cleaning packages are notably affordable, with 250 reviews mentioning punctual crews who schedule around your availability. Reviews also highlight that 701 customers praised workmanship quality, and we couldn't find a single complaint about installation crews being sloppy or disrespectful. That said, this company isn't perfect. One reviewer noted they "lost my subscription and needed reminding over a year after the original contract," so you may need to track your own paperwork. Communication during permitting runs smoothly, but monitoring system hiccups sometimes require a customer call to trigger service. (One owner noted their Solar Edge system stopped reporting data until they reached out.) If you're comparing purely on price, you may find a lower quote elsewhere. But if you want an installer who'll still return your calls three years later when you have a question about your inverter, the premium is worth it.

Brandt Electric is a solid local option if you need straightforward electrical work done right. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a consistent pattern: their technicians show up, diagnose the problem quickly, and fix it without drama. One homeowner called out a technician named Connor who identified a power outage cause in minutes and even replaced blown light bulbs without being asked. Another reviewer hired them to install a new service panel over a holiday weekend, and the crew coordinated with PG&E and the permit office to get everything approved and reconnected in one week. That said, we noticed 4 reviews describing unanswered calls and one frustrating story where a customer waited 2.5 months for a $35,000 rewire quote that another company completed for half the price in two weeks. The technical work earns high marks (23 mentions of solid workmanship, only 2 complaints), but the front-office responsiveness is uneven enough that you should confirm timelines in writing before signing.

EcoDirect is a DIY-focused solar supplier, not a full-service installer. We analyzed reviews from homeowners who ordered panels, racking, batteries, and other components to install themselves. One customer described needing a replacement controller for a remote off-grid setup at 7,200 feet in the Sierras. EcoDirect's team tracked down the part and arranged delivery via USPS, the only carrier that reaches that location. In another case, when a battery warranty claim got stuck between the manufacturer's old and new ownership, the CEO personally stepped in to push it through at no cost to the customer. Reviews show solid pricing (16 mentions of good value) and helpful pre-sale guidance for people designing their own systems. Post-sale support earned consistent praise, with 19 positive mentions and just 7 complaints. The main friction point is communication. Order confirmations don't always arrive, inventory listed as "in stock" may actually be on backorder, and shipping updates require you to check the website yourself rather than landing in your inbox. If you're comfortable chasing down order status and know enough about solar to spec your own system, EcoDirect delivers the parts and occasional hand-holding to get you online.

Sequoia Roofing is a safe bet if you want a crew that shows up on time and leaves your yard cleaner than they found it. We found 51 reviews praising their fair pricing and 74 that called out solid workmanship, most pointing to project leads Mike and Rudy by name. One Cardiff homeowner watched five installers tear off his entire roof in a day, then finish the replacement in four more, all while coordinating around an upcoming solar installation. When stucco got damaged during the job, Mike didn't deflect—he brought in a separate contractor to fix it and checked in daily until the house looked pristine again. Another customer bought a roof warranty from Sequoia even though they'd only repaired part of the roof, and when a leak appeared months later in a section Sequoia hadn't touched, the crew showed up the next day and fixed it at no cost. The catch: four reviewers waited months for callbacks that never came, and one repair estimate promised for July didn't materialize until the homeowner hired someone else in October. If you're comparing bids and Sequoia goes radio silent, move on. But if they answer the phone, you're likely getting a crew that works fast, cleans up daily, and doesn't nickel-and-dime you when something goes wrong.

TAG Roofing & Solar delivers solid workmanship but stumbles on follow-through. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company that excels when the crew shows up, yet frustrates customers with communication gaps. One homeowner praised the team for tearing off both metal and shingle sections without leaving debris, noting the final bill matched the original quote after a year of use. Another called them in to fix a botched solar install by a different company, and TAG removed 30 panels, replaced the entire roof, and stopped the leak. But we also found multiple accounts of missed appointments and unresponsive emails. In one case, a customer chased the company for six weeks just to get a start date, only to have the crew no-show without a phone call. Twenty-one reviews mention clean, competent installation work. Six detail ignored warranty claims or scheduling chaos. If you prioritize craftsmanship over customer service polish, TAG can get the job done. Just be prepared to follow up yourself if anything goes sideways.

Sun Diego Solar offers competitive pricing and solid installation work, but sizing mistakes have cost some customers thousands. We found 13 reviewers who praised the crew's workmanship without a single complaint about install quality. One homeowner hired them three separate times for solar, EV charger, and pool electrical work, and felt comfortable leaving her home unlocked while the crew worked. The pricing stands out. Multiple reviewers compared quotes and chose Sun Diego because the owner's low overhead beat corporate installers by thousands for identical equipment. But two customers report the same frustrating outcome: they provided their utility bills, the system was undersized, and they now pay SDG&E every month despite having unused roof space. When they asked the company to fix it, they were quoted $5,000 for the additional panels. One reviewer who avoided this trap recommends oversizing your system by 5 to 10 percent from the start, since you're no longer going to cringe when summer bills arrive.

Sunlight Solar delivers, but you'll need to stay on top of them after the install. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company whose crews show up on time, work fast, and nail the technical details. One homeowner watched installers finish a roof in two days and solar in another two, beating every deadline the company set. Reviews consistently mentioned teams who handle permits without drama, answer technical questions during the sale, and leave job sites spotless. But we also found 35 complaints about poor follow-up: missed inspection visits, ignored emails, and one customer who spent a year trying to get a $300 monitoring device installed. Sunlight's strength is the install itself. A homeowner called them for a second opinion on a broken system another company wanted to replace for $24,000. Sunlight's tech started at the breaker box, swapped a $13 part, and had the system running again. If you're willing to follow up yourself when something goes sideways, the quality of the physical work justifies the choice.

Millennium Roofing is a solid choice if you want an owner who shows up daily and fixes problems other contractors won't touch. We found 37 mentions of exceptional workmanship, and not one complaint about quality once a project started. The owner, Armando, personally tracked down discontinued Monier tiles for one customer's 30-year-old roof and replaced over 10 sheets of damaged plywood his crew discovered mid-job, all without surprise fees. His crew worked through metal roof installations despite other contractors trying to talk the same homeowner into cheaper shingles, and 21 reviews specifically praised follow-up support after storms or leaks. The trade-off is scheduling. Two reviews describe missed estimate appointments with no call and no follow-up, suggesting the company sometimes drops the ball before you become a paying customer. If you can get Armando on-site for a quote, though, you're likely getting a crew that arrives early, works long hours, and won't leave until the ridge vents block embers and the cleanup is done.

Solare Energy won't blow you away with innovation, but you won't end up chasing down broken promises either. We found 79 mentions of solid workmanship and dozens of stories about installations that finished on time, looked clean, and started saving money immediately. One reviewer compared five bids and chose Solare not because they were cheapest but because their 20-year parts-and-labor warranty covered service calls at no extra charge. Another watched crews navigate a notoriously slow HOA design review in nine days and finish a 46-panel install six weeks ahead of schedule. The dedicated case managers respond to texts within minutes, and if you need Tesla Powerwall installation years after your original panels went up, they'll knock it out in four hours. The weak spot is aftercare. We noticed a pattern of customers whose monitoring never worked or whose emails went unanswered after the final inspection. If you want an installer who'll still pick up the phone three years later when your inverter stops reporting, budget an extra hour of your time to confirm they've actually set up remote monitoring before the crew leaves your roof.

US GREEN Energy Technologies is a safe bet if you want a no-pressure installer who won't oversell you. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found two distinct customer experiences. Most reviewers report smooth installations, zero electric bills within months, and staff who sized systems conservatively rather than pushing maximum panel counts. One homeowner compared twelve quotes and chose US GREEN for the best warranties (roof, maintenance, and panels), then watched a city inspector climb down from the roof and call it "one of the better installations he has seen." The company handles most permitting and utility coordination without drama, though one reviewer ended up managing HOA approval solo despite assurances otherwise. Post-install support is hit-or-miss. We found 23 reviews praising warranty claims handled at no cost, including multiple inverter replacements over six years. But seven recent reviews describe the opposite: broken panels left unreplaced, roof leaks from sloppy tile work, and three-plus months of system downtime with no communication. One commercial customer reported over $8,000 in lost production while emails went unanswered. Those problems cluster after the original owner retired, suggesting the company's responsiveness depends heavily on when you buy and who manages your account.

Dana Logsdon Roofing & Solar gets the basics right. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found 471 mentions of workmanship quality, with crews who show up on time, finish fast, and sweep up every nail when they're done. One customer watched a roofing crew tear off an entire roof in under five hours, then witnessed a foreman walk the property with a magnetized hammer to clear metal debris before the homeowner pulled into the driveway. That's overkill in the best way. The company specializes in repairs as much as full replacements, and 433 reviewers highlighted follow-up support that extends beyond the invoice. When one homeowner called back about a leak a year after installation, a crew arrived the same day and discovered the problem wasn't the roof at all but a water pipe, then cleaned the roof valleys anyway and refused to charge for the visit. We did notice complaints about value, with 31 reviewers questioning whether the premium was justified. If you're shopping purely on price, you'll find cheaper quotes. But if you want a roofer who'll show up next year to fix something that isn't even their fault, that premium buys you peace of mind.

HES Solar is a safe choice for a basic install, but expect to do most of the project management yourself. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found two distinct patterns. The first is that installation crews show up on time, panels go on the roof without damage, and the systems produce power as promised. One reviewer noted their 2021 system still runs flawlessly three years later with zero leaks or electrical issues. The second pattern is harder to ignore. Post-sale communication collapses once the contract is signed. In one case, a customer was told for weeks that the city was holding up permits, only to discover HES had submitted the application days earlier. Another homeowner dealt with five separate service visits over four months to fix failed microinverters, and while the techs kept showing up, the underlying coordination was a mess. Fifty-two reviews praised the smoothness of the install itself, citing clear permit timelines and crews that cleaned up after themselves. But 37 reviews described project managers who went silent mid-job, inspections that failed because no one swapped out smoke detectors for months, and upgrades to the main service panel sprung on customers after panels were already mounted. If you're the type who'll call the city yourself to confirm permit status and follow up weekly by email, HES can deliver a working system. If you expect the installer to manage those details without prodding, look elsewhere.

The Roof Masters will show up, fix your roof correctly, and respond when you call months later about a follow-up question. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and couldn't find a pattern of ghosting or runaround after the deposit clears. In 554 reviews mentioning workmanship, only 35 raised concerns. The company runs an in-house solar crew, so if you have panels you won't be juggling two contractors when a leak appears at the mounting points. Project managers like Rigo provide itemized quotes that separate must-fix repairs from optional upgrades, which helps if you're working within a budget. Communication stands out: 529 reviews praised their project management, and coordinators text daily progress updates rather than leaving you guessing when the crew will arrive. One homeowner dealt with a two-year solar dispute that left water leaking into the house, and the team tarped the roof during negotiations, then coordinated with the solar installer to finally complete the job. The 50-year warranty isn't just a sales tool. We found multiple cases where the crew returned months post-install to address minor issues flagged in home inspections, no argument required.

Service Rite Electric handles the basics well but doesn't stand out. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a company that's built a reliable reputation on punctual crews and clean workmanship, particularly for panel upgrades and emergency repairs. One property manager has used them for ten years across multiple rentals without a single letdown. Another homeowner called six companies during a Sunday night power outage and only Service Rite answered, dispatching a tech who arrived in 35 minutes with the right breaker in stock. That responsiveness shows up in 40 reviews praising their project management, and 46 mention solid workmanship. But five reviewers hit frustrating scheduling snags: one was told mid-call that Oceanside wasn't in their service area (despite calling the North County line), another waited two weeks for a promised estimate that never arrived. If you need a dependable electrician for straightforward work and you're inside their core territory, they're a safe bet. If you're on the edge of their coverage zone or need airtight communication on complex projects, confirm those details up front.

Baker Home Energy handles the basics competently, but don't expect much when things go sideways. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found a company that installs solar and HVAC systems efficiently yet struggles when customers need help after the fact. One homeowner watched their system fail during a heatwave, spent weeks calling for answers, and eventually got offered pennies on the dollar after being told "we guarantee 90% production" buried somewhere in the fine print. Another discovered a defective microinverter and was quoted $950 for what Baker later admitted was still warranty-covered work, only after the review went public. The installation crews earn consistent praise. 269 reviewers described smooth solar projects with professional teams and clear timelines, and the same efficiency shows up in HVAC work. But 276 reviews detail what happens when a panel dies or an inverter stops talking to the grid: delayed callbacks, three-department phone tag, and repair quotes that feel punitive. Post-sale support scored 4.4, driven mostly by the HVAC maintenance side. The solar service experience is a coin flip. If your system runs flawlessly for years, you'll never notice the gap. If it doesn't, you'll be on hold wondering why a company this large can't route a service call. (One reviewer noted their other solar installer, from two years earlier, still had working monitoring. Baker's went dark after three.)

Tier Drop Solar will fix what your first installer broke, then stick around for years afterward. We found 19 reviews praising workmanship quality with zero complaints, and 11 homeowners specifically mentioned ongoing support long after installation. One customer had Randy overhaul a five-year-old system from another company, swapping in microinverters and repositioning panels for an extra 13 kW per day. Another paid $23.16 for an entire year of electricity while running AC nonstop during a work-from-home summer (the pool pump ran all day too). What sets this team apart is roof-level precision: Randy climbs up to measure before quoting, while competitors rely on satellite images and guess wrong about panel counts. The only thing you won't get is scale: this is a small operation, so if you need a 50-panel commercial job done in two weeks, look elsewhere.

TR Construction is a safe bet for roofs and remodels, but you'll pay a little more than the cheapest bid. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company that shows up on time, finishes what it starts, and stands behind the work years later. One homeowner called TR three years after a bathroom remodel when water leaked through a kitchen ceiling light, and the company sent a plumber within 30 minutes at no charge (turned out to be a failed wax ring, not the original install). We found 191 reviews praising the actual construction work, and reviewers who hired TR for a second or third project mentioned the same names (Mike, Jaime, Tony) handling jobs 5 to 15 years apart. The company handles both straightforward roof replacements and full-home overhauls (adding master suites, converting attics into ADUs, pulling permits for solar and electrical upgrades). Foremen walk the property before tearing off a single shingle and explain what needs repair beyond just slapping down new materials. If you're comparing purely on price, you may find a lower quote elsewhere. But if you want an installer who'll show up years later to check their own waterproofing for free, the premium is justified.

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.

Solar Symphony gets the basics right. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found steady praise for professional crews, fair pricing, and systems that keep working years after installation. In 229 reviews mentioning installation quality, we couldn't find a single complaint about sloppy roof work or damaged shingles. The company handles permits, utility paperwork, and city inspections without dragging homeowners into the process. Pricing sits in the middle of the pack, not the cheapest quote you'll see but competitive enough that 164 reviewers called it a good value. What stands out is longevity. Customers who installed systems in 2015 and 2020 report zero failures, and when a storm knocked out wiring connections on one system, the crew showed up within 24 hours to fix it. Post-sale support scores lower than workmanship (179 positive mentions versus 229), which means you might wait longer for a callback than you'd like, but the work itself holds up.

Aviara Solar handles the basics reliably but doesn't stand out. We analyzed dozens of projects and found that 42 reviewers had no complaints about workmanship, a clean sweep we rarely see in residential solar. One homeowner watched installers finish a full 9-panel system in a single day, cleaning up as they went, then paint conduits that weren't even part of their original scope. Another saw the owner personally orchestrate roof repairs, window replacements, and solar permitting all through a single financing program with no scheduling conflicts. That kind of coordination is harder than it sounds. The trade-off: a handful of reviews describe missed follow-ups and unreturned deposits when projects didn't move forward. If you value spotless installation work and can tolerate occasional communication gaps during the sales phase, Aviara delivers where it counts most.

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.

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.

Greentech Renewables San Diego is a wholesale supplier, not an installer, and that distinction matters if you're a homeowner trying to buy panels directly. We analyzed their track record and found they excel at serving licensed contractors, not retail customers. One DIY homeowner worked with their rep Roman to spec out a full 21-panel rooftop system with Enphase microinverters, got responsive help when he changed his design mid-project, and passed inspection on the first try. Another called around San Diego for two months trying to find obsolete components for an aging system and walked out with the right parts two hours after his first conversation with their team. But one review mentioned missing parts at pickup, and another flagged a lien-threat letter sent to a homeowner the same day panels were installed, a heavy-handed move that belongs in a contractor dispute, not a homeowner's mailbox. We noticed 9 reviewers praised their follow-up support without a single complaint about unresolved issues, and 7 mentioned clear communication from their sales reps. The pattern we see: if you're a solar contractor placing regular orders, they'll keep your jobs moving. If you're a homeowner hoping to buy a few panels off the shelf, you may find yourself navigating a business built for bulk orders and trade accounts.

BVI Solar built a loyal following in San Diego, but we found a serious customer-service breakdown that should give you pause. One homeowner with underperforming panels hit a wall: the warranty contact stopped responding, then disappeared from the company, and the replacement staffer told him it was too far to drive from headquarters. Another customer spent months trying to get a microinverter warranty repair, bouncing between BVI and Enphase with no resolution. We noticed 36 reviewers praised the workmanship itself (one commercial client saved $200,000 versus seven competitors), and 33 applauded post-sale support in earlier years. But recent reviews show a gap between the install crew's skill and the follow-up team's availability. The 25-year CertainTeed warranty is only valuable if someone actually answers the phone when a panel stops producing. If you live far from San Diego or need confidence you can reach a real human after the install, these service lapses are red flags.

Precision Solar earns praise for workmanship but stumbles badly on follow-through. One homeowner saved $8,000 when the owner recommended keeping existing pool panels instead of upselling replacements, and another watched the crew paint conduit to match the house so the install would blend in. We found 23 reviews mentioning workmanship quality, nearly all positive. But when things go wrong, Precision goes silent. One customer emailed videos of air bubbles in pool return lines for two years with no response, and another fought for six months to get the company's insurance to cover a roof leak caused by drilling through tiles during panel installation. In 16 reviews praising the PV work, nobody mentioned a callback to check how the system was performing. (If your installer ghosts you after cashing the check, at least the conduit will look nice.)

Mission Solar Electric delivers high-quality installations when you catch them, but the company has serious capacity issues. We found a homeowner whose decade-old system stopped producing energy and couldn't get a callback because the owner was "too slammed" to schedule even a paid service visit. That one story crystallized a broader pattern: 16 reviewers praised the workmanship itself with zero complaints, and several mentioned the owner's technical depth as an electrician who specializes only in solar. One customer hit their true-up with a $43 credit after asking for 100% coverage, exactly what the design promised. The installations shine because the owner does the work himself, which keeps quality high but creates a bottleneck. When the workload spikes, existing customers get stuck. We also noticed two identical reviews posted on the same day complaining about the same issue, which suggests either a duplicate entry or coordinated posting. If you value a hands-on electrician over a crew that scales, Mission Solar can deliver. But if you need reliable post-install support or a company that answers the phone when your panels fail, the risk is real.

Nolanco Roofing earns steady praise for workmanship but stumbles when things go wrong. One homeowner watched her roofer nearly fall off the house when she startled him mid-job. He regained his balance, she learned to clap for attention, and the roof itself turned out flawless. That mix of minor mishaps and solid final product runs through the positive reviews. We found 41 comments applauding Jeremiah and his crew for thorough inspections, careful wood replacement, and roofs that hold up years later. One customer reported zero leaks after three years of San Diego storms, another hired them twice for different buildings. The company photographs your roof as work progresses and itemizes estimates so you see exactly what you're paying for. But 11 reviews tell a different story. In one case a repair stopped a leak for 10 hours, then the company refused follow-up service while demanding payment. Another contractor reported being called a "dumb ass" by text after requesting warranty work. When Nolanco shows up and the job goes smoothly, the roof performs. When communication breaks down or a repair fails, expect friction.

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.

Top Line Roofing has earned fierce loyalty from repeat customers, but scattered communication breakdowns mean you'll need to stay proactive. We found 31 reviews from homeowners who've hired them multiple times over decades, often choosing Top Line to fix work another company botched. One customer called them back for a third project after Wayne sealed a chimney at no charge to protect a new patio roof. Another watched crews spend four hours matching weathered tiles on a small repair, then return days later with better-matched replacements for the front-facing sections. The workmanship pattern is undeniable: 81 reviews mention skilled execution, and we noticed crews going up on wet roofs before forecasted storms to prevent open leaks. But 10 reviews describe post-sale frustrations. One homeowner called three times and emailed after crews promised to deliver skylight photos and an extension rod, never hearing back. Another paid for a roof inspection report during escrow, then received a second contract at two and a half times the original estimate after closing, plus an unannounced $300 tarp charge. If you're planning a straightforward re-roof and can chase down the office when needed, the crew quality justifies the effort. If you need complex coordination or assume follow-through without prompting, you may spend more energy managing the relationship than the roof itself.

CM Solar Electric earns strong marks for honest communication and workmanship, but project timelines vary wildly. One reviewer waited a year before writing their review just to confirm the system was designed correctly, which it was (95% offset achieved). We noticed a recurring pattern: when inverters fail under warranty, owner Carlos catches the problem himself and dispatches technician Brandon within days. In one case, the inverter was replaced the same day parts arrived. Yet two nearly identical reviews from 2015 describe the opposite experience: missed schedules, incorrect financing guidance that cost the homeowner over $1,000, and a deposit CM Solar owed but allegedly never refunded even after BBB intervention. That's an outlier, but it's a serious one. More typical is a different trade-off: 26 reviewers mention Carlos advising against unnecessary upsells (like backup batteries), painting conduit to match the house color, and showing up mid-install just to check progress. If you're comparing purely on price, you may find a lower quote elsewhere. But if you want an installer who'll notice your inverter died before you do and handle the warranty claim without asking, the premium is worth knowing about.

Green Electric Solutions handles straightforward electrical work well, but we found enough lapses to give us pause. In one review, a technician spent two minutes at a breaker panel, charged $150 for the visit, and proposed an $1,800 panel replacement when the actual problem turned out to be a fried light fixture with twisted wiring. Another customer came home to find a grounding rod installed in a cement walkway where someone could trip, a broken dog-fence wire the technician didn't mention, and a hole in the exterior wall where the new panel didn't cover the old cutout. We noticed 50 reviewers praised workmanship and 36 called out helpful post-sale support, but 11 reviews flagged pricing concerns and another 11 criticized sales conduct. The company shines on simple jobs: one electrician diagnosed a utility-pole issue over the phone and saved the homeowner a service call, and another showed up on July 4th to swap a bad panel in under two hours. For complex troubleshooting or older-home rewiring, the track record is shakier.

Eco Construction & Energy delivers strong technical work and attentive follow-up, but a pattern of high-pressure sales and dismissive management should give you pause. We found 36 reviews praising responsive staff like Anthony and Gian, who explained financing options clearly and stayed available months after install. One customer saved $50,000 through careful system engineering and noted the team treated them "like family rather than like a customer." But 11 negative reviews describe condescending sales reps, weeks-long delays on proposals, and a CEO who texted blame instead of accountability when a customer complained about three years of AC repairs. One reviewer waited 41 days for a quote that never arrived, another was hung up on mid-conversation. The workmanship scores hold steady (38 mentions of quality installation), yet the company closed operations in 2025, leaving warranties worthless. If you hire them, get every timeline and warranty term in writing before signing.

Sunwalk Solar gets credit for having knowledgeable reps, but we found patterns that should give you pause. One homeowner canceled within the three-day window and ended up fighting a $195 fraudulent charge on her credit card. Another spent two hours sharing personal financial details with a sales rep, only to be ghosted for a month and then told her information was lost. The company does have bright spots: 17 reviews mention smooth project management, and one homeowner praised Mike for personally showing up to resolve initial issues. Installation timelines run fast, with one system up and running in under three weeks. But the sales process shows cracks. We noticed multiple reviews where customers felt misled on pricing or had to chase down basic follow-up. If you do move forward, get every promise in writing and verify charges immediately after any cancellation.

Custom Touch Electric struggles with reliability you can't ignore. One homeowner praised Jason for crawling under the house to track down a single faulty outlet that knocked out half the power, but ten others report appointment no-shows with little or no communication. We found 48 reviewers calling out workmanship quality, including clean solar inverter swaps and sub-panel installs that passed inspection the first time. The problem is follow-through. Jason rescheduled one customer twice in a single day, never showed up, and ghosted them for two days afterward. Another waited months for switch cover plates the crew forgot to install. If you need a tricky diagnostic or a one-off repair, Jason's technical skill stands out. But if your project spans multiple visits or requires coordination over weeks, the scheduling breakdowns may cost you more frustration than the savings are worth.

The Energy Company has solid installation teams and a track record of cutting bills quickly. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found two standout patterns. First, the sales process hinges almost entirely on one person: 39 reviews single out Luis Larraburu by name for honest guidance and follow-through, which is unusual concentration for a company this size. If Luis leaves or gets overbooked, it's unclear whether the next consultant will match that care. Second, post-sale support scores trail every other category by nearly a full point. While 127 reviews praised the install crews for speed and professionalism, only 28 mentioned follow-up help after the system turned on, and 11 flagged problems getting answers later. One reviewer called the installers "exceptionally good" despite a board hiccup they fixed on the spot, but we found no stories of the company proactively solving warranty issues or monitoring glitches months down the line. The panels do reduce bills, often noticeably in the first month, and the roof work is clean. Just know you're betting heavily on one salesperson and banking on zero problems after the crew packs up.

California Premier Solar Construction once delivered polished installations and responsive service, but recent performance has deteriorated sharply. We found a stark divide: early customers describe professional crews, competitive pricing for combined roof and solar projects, and zero-pressure sales tactics, but later reviews reveal abandoned warranties and broken equipment left unfixed for months. One homeowner waited over six months for a replacement inverter while paying full electric bills through a scorching summer, with staff emails arriving three days late only to stall further. Another discovered their specialty panels had failed en masse, called for help, and learned the manufacturer had gone bankrupt with no retrofit offer from the installer. The company installed SunPower systems for years, then went silent when SunPower filed for bankruptcy in 2024, leaving customers to discover the news from their malfunctioning monitoring apps. Six reviewers report warranty claims that went nowhere, roof tiles falling off within five years, and persistent leaks blamed on installation errors. If you're weighing a quote from California Premier today, know that the team praised in 2014 and 2015 may no longer be the one answering your calls.

Innovative Solar Power's technicians are capable, but the company struggles to follow through. We found a troubling gap between what happens in the field and how the office handles the rest. In one review, a couple paid a 10% deposit to move their electrical panel and install a car charger. The utility showed up on schedule, but Innovative missed the appointment entirely. The customer spent weeks leaving voicemails that were never returned and is now fighting to recover $1,000. That story isn't isolated. Post-sale support scores the lowest of any category we tracked, with 10 complaints about missed appointments or radio silence after payment. The workmanship itself fares better. 28 reviews mention solid electrical work, and several customers praised technician Alejandro for clear explanations and tidy job sites. But even satisfied customers hit snags. In one case, a crew drilled into a bathroom drain pipe, then sent a plumber who tried to bill the homeowner for the fix. The drywall repair that followed was described as an afterthought, done by someone who admitted he wasn't a drywall guy. If you hire this company, assume you'll need to manage the project closely and keep written records of every promise.

We found serious red flags with SunSolar Power that should give any homeowner pause. While Ben (the primary sales rep) earned glowing reviews from 26 customers who praised his responsiveness and project knowledge, the company's post-installation support tells a different story. One customer spent three years trying to get roof damage repaired, dealing with random technicians showing up unannounced and a ceiling hole that was never fixed. Another waited months just to update banking information, repeating the same story to different reps each time. We noticed a clear pattern: communication collapses the moment installation wraps. Reviews show 38 mentions of solid project management during the sales and install phases, but post-sale support scored just 3.9 with 10 negative reports. The American-made SunPower panels come with strong warranties, and 32 reviewers confirmed good value. But if something breaks after your system goes live, you may find yourself in a customer-service black hole where nobody returns calls and techs get paid by the hour to not fix problems they caused.

1UP Solar's track record reveals serious operational failures that should give any homeowner pause. One customer waited over a year with panels installed but zero solar production, paying both a loan and SDG&E bills while the company blamed the city for delays and left unfilled holes in the home. We found a pattern of projects stretching nine months or more, with customers reporting ghosted calls and installers leaving work "messed up" without accountability. The sales process raises red flags too. One prospect asked a straightforward question about total project cost and got hung up on twice, then redirected to a confusing conversation about receipts and tax claims. We noticed licensing concerns pop up multiple times. One reviewer confirmed the company representative holds a sales license, not a contractor license, calling into question who's actually doing the work. A few older reviews do praise the savings and speed, but the recent complaints about abandoned projects and evasive communication suggest the company's priorities have shifted away from follow-through.

Roof King delivers clean workmanship when projects go smoothly, but communication breakdowns create serious risk. One homeowner woke to roofers on-site with zero advance notice, then watched the quoted price jump $4,700 mid-project without explanation. Billing errors landed invoices at the wrong address, revision work happened without notification, and follow-up calls went unreturned for weeks until a past-due notice arrived. We found 17 reviews flagging similar gaps: missed appointments, inflated quotes, unresponsive project managers, and administrative staff who turned abrasive when problems surfaced. The crews themselves earn consistent praise (84 mentions of solid workmanship, thorough daily cleanup, courteous behavior), but the administrative layer above them struggles to keep homeowners informed. In one emergency repair, the team arrived next-day and charged 25% less than a competitor. In another full re-roof, the owner spent two months chasing updates only to learn via tenant that the job was done. If you're replacing a roof while solar panels sit on top, that coordination gap becomes expensive.

Sunergy runs on two speeds, and which one you get seems to be a coin flip. We found 32 reviews praising Chris for patient, owner-led service and systems that run flawlessly for years. One homeowner credited him with patiently redesigning a pergola array through multiple iterations until the output projections hit their target. Another called out his willingness to chase down city permit approvals when bureaucracy stalled their install. But we also found a troubling pattern: seven customers report signing contracts and then vanishing into a black hole of missed updates, expired permits, and phantom project managers who no longer work for the company. One homeowner spent 18 months calling for updates only to be told the permit had expired, then that new certifications were needed, then silence. Another was promised REC panels via a "special relationship" with the manufacturer, only to discover other customers were told those same panels were out of stock. If your project lands with Chris directly, you may get the white-glove treatment reviewers rave about. If it lands in the permitting queue with rotating staff, you may spend a year chasing ghosts.

Solaire delivered smooth installations, then went dark on support. Over 50 customers praised the coordinated sales-to-install handoff, with permits cleared and panels up in under a month in several cases. One homeowner recounted Solaire finishing a two-day job in a single afternoon, then sending a rep back to walk through the final utility hookup. But we found 15 reviews describing the opposite experience after money changed hands: missed service appointments, a month-long wait for a replacement inverter while the system sat offline, and phone numbers that rang to a voicemail saying the office was closed for all of July. One owner called 22 days in a row before a technician showed up. Another discovered that the monitoring portal stopped logging production data in 2015 and still hasn't heard back from the promised follow-up call. The installation crew earned consistent marks for workmanship (52 positive mentions, only 8 negative), yet post-sale support scored just 3.3 out of 5, with 23 negative comments clustering around unreturned calls and unfinished punch-list items. If you prize a fast, clean install and plan to handle your own troubleshooting, Solaire's upfront execution holds up. If you expect someone to pick up the phone a year later when an inverter fails, you may spend weeks waiting.

Tag Construction will finish your roof on time, then surprise you with hidden costs at the end. Reviews show a pattern we couldn't ignore. One homeowner signed a contract, got a mid-job "discount" of $3,000 to stay, then opened the final bill to find an extra $3,000 in tile replacements the crew never mentioned during two weeks of work. No photos, no invoice, no heads-up. Another paid for a "lifetime warranty" roof only to spot spiderwebs on sections the supervisor swore were replaced. We found 30 complaints about missed schedules, zero communication, and crews so green the owner had to come back and redo their shoddy work. The company admits its own workmanship is subpar in legal correspondence. Even loyal customers report leaks within warranty and vague excuses about wind velocity. Seventeen reviewers flagged workmanship problems, 24 cited post-sale support failures, and 40 called out chaotic project management. If a contractor tells you a tarp costs $385, then bills you $500 with no explanation, that sets the tone for everything else.

Knitter Contracting will leave your roof leak-free, but you may never get a straight estimate. We found 16 reviewers who praised their workmanship without reservation, including one whose crew fixed a multi-year leak that three prior contractors couldn't solve and another who watched them correct sloppy work left behind by Tesla solar installers. The roof installations are clearly excellent. The chaos starts when you try to book the job. Three separate customers describe communication breakdowns that cost them weeks or months: one waited two months for an estimate only to be told the company doesn't do that kind of work (after the owner proposed a detailed plan in person), another received a quote for the wrong project after a month of waiting, and a third got an email an hour before the scheduled start demanding an extra $1,000 because the original proposal "didn't include all the roof leaks." If you actually manage to get on the schedule, the crew will do solid work and clean up beautifully (one reviewer called them "unfailingly polite"). But getting there requires patience we wouldn't recommend testing.

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.

GR8 Energy will handle your installation just fine but may abandon you afterward. One homeowner called every day for four business days about a failing inverter, leaving urgent messages that production was dropping, and never got a callback. Their system had already cycled through three inverters in six years. Another customer waited over a month for any response while their system sat offline. We found 13 reviews describing post-installation support failures: unanswered calls, ignored emails, monitoring app issues left unresolved for months. The pattern is consistent enough that it outweighs the early positives. Yes, 40 reviewers praised the installation workmanship and several mentioned fair pricing. One installation wrapped in two days, another reviewer watched their electric meter spin backward right on schedule. But the value of a smooth install evaporates when your system stops producing and the company goes silent. The referral program took six months to pay out, forcing the salesperson to cover it from his own pocket. An installer promised to return after Thanksgiving to fix a wifi sync issue and simply never showed, never called, never texted.

Sullivan doesn't pay its bills, and you'll be the one cleaning up the mess. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a pattern that should worry anyone signing a contract: at least 32 homeowners reported mechanics liens slapped on their homes because Sullivan failed to pay suppliers like Consolidated Electrical Distributors for the panels already installed on their roofs. One customer who paid cash upfront spent four months in limbo after CED filed a lien in February 2020, with Sullivan offering only vague assurances about management turnover. Another homeowner watched trenching crews destroy a retaining wall, trench four feet onto a neighbor's property without permission, and bury trash and irrigation flags in the backfill, all while the project manager went missing except to collect payment. After installation, 109 reviews mention post-sale support problems. The monitoring system Sullivan promises during the sales pitch often fails to catch outages: one owner discovered their inverter had been down for eight months, another for over 90 days, both times catching the problem themselves because Sullivan's monitoring never flagged it. When you call for help, voicemails disappear into what one reviewer called a "general catch-all blackhole inbox."

Pingo Solar has mostly disappeared. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a company that installed systems from 2016 through 2022, then effectively stopped answering the phone. One homeowner called ten times about roof leaks under the panels and got silence. Another watched panels go dark for six months, called repeatedly, and never heard back. The pattern is stark: 38 reviews praised workmanship during the installation years, but 9 recent customers report zero post-sale support. In 2018, one reviewer caught Pingo forging a city permit document to hide a three-month delay, complete with digitally altered application numbers from a different property. The owner called immediately when confronted, blamed a "troubled" permit runner, and offered a price cut. The panels worked until they didn't. Six months later, that same system produces near-zero energy and the company won't return calls. We also found a sales rep who quoted a ground-mount system at half the correct price, then had a colleague call the customer to say "it would be better if we parted friends" and cancel the appointment.

Action Solar has a dangerous pattern of fires, payment disputes, and abandoned warranties. One customer's house caught fire on day one of installation, and they're now fighting in court over who pays for the damage and months of non-working panels. Another homeowner got stuck paying a roofer directly after the company left him hanging for six months with unpaid bills. We found 11 mentions of strong workmanship during installation itself, and early reviews show fast timelines and clear communication from sales reps. But that goodwill evaporates when things go wrong. The company acquired at least one failed installer and refused to honor existing warranties, leaving customers with dead systems and no recourse. In one case, a sales rep allegedly lied about payment terms and threatened collections over a disputed $1,900 charge. If you want panels that work past the ribbon-cutting photo, look elsewhere.

Mark Snyder Electric knows solar troubleshooting inside and out, but the company's reliability falls apart after the diagnosis. One homeowner watched a year and a half of botched repairs finally end when Mark's team identified the real inverter problem and negotiated directly with the manufacturer to get the system running again. Another customer paid $110 per hour for an electrician to sit on hold with SolarEdge for nearly three hours, a charge they only discovered after the invoice arrived. We found two patterns that define the risk here. First, follow-through collapses once Mark hands off communication: multiple reviewers report sending photos or paying deposits, then waiting weeks for promised quotes that never arrive despite repeated calls to the office. Second, billing disputes surface often enough to warrant serious concern. One customer provided timestamped security footage showing the crew worked far fewer hours than invoiced, only to have Mark dismiss the evidence and defend the inflated charge. When the owner himself argues with proof instead of fixing the mistake, you're dealing with a systemic problem, not a one-off billing error.

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.

Solex Solar Energy left multiple projects unfinished for years. Two reviewers report waiting years for completion, warning others to avoid the company entirely. The pattern is blunt: fast installation, then silence. Reviews from 2018-2020 praised quick turnarounds and clean work, but by 2022-2023, customers describe projects abandoned midstream with no resolution. Even the positive stories reveal a troubling detail. The company operates as a subcontractor under other general contractors, relying on referrals rather than a public track record. That worked when the volume was low. But 14 reviewers flagged project management concerns, and the post-sale support score bottomed out at 3.0. One homeowner had to explicitly tell the company not to collect final payment until the job was done. That's not a caveat. That's a red flag.

San Diego Roofing isn't worth the gamble. We found a company that once handled simple jobs well but now leaves customers stranded when things go wrong. One homeowner discovered incomplete flashing and rat holes after the crew left, then spent weeks texting photos and begging for an inspection while the company insisted she pay $700 for a new solar tube that turned out to need nothing more than cleanup. Another watched his patio flood twice because a gutter wasn't pitched correctly, only to be told he needed a third downspout that was never part of the original scope. The pattern across negative reviews is clear: once you've paid, communication evaporates. Multiple customers report full voicemails, ignored emails, and weeks-long waits for callbacks on active leaks. We found 19 reviews describing failures to fix problems, poor follow-through, or outright hostility when customers pushed back. Even satisfied customers mention five-day jobs that were quoted as two, and three-week delays to fix a skylight that fell apart. The company appears to have shifted to a subcontractor model (one reviewer was surprised to find JAP Roofing doing the work, not San Diego Roofing employees), which may explain why accountability has collapsed. The 75-year track record that older reviews celebrate no longer seems to apply.

SunCraft Solar will fix problems when pushed, but you'll have to do the pushing. We found a pattern of abandoned customers after installation. One homeowner called the owner directly seven times over ten days about a system shutdown and heard only excuses and lies about when help would arrive. Another discovered nine months after installation that their system had never been turned on, racking up $1,399 in utility bills, then spent three months chasing the CEO through unanswered emails and full voicemail boxes before he finally blamed a subcontractor. When customers escalate, the company mobilizes. We saw inverter issues resolved and monitoring problems fixed after complaints went public. But routine service requests go dark. One owner asked for a basic seven-year checkup under the production guarantee and was quoted $275 plus $75 per hour instead. You shouldn't need to threaten regulatory complaints to get what you paid for. If you want an installer who treats existing customers like they matter as much as new sales, keep looking.

This company isn't worth the risk. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a troubling pattern: the same company that bills itself as an electrical contractor appears to operate on wildly inconsistent pricing, scope creep, and confrontational customer service. One homeowner agreed to $4,000 for a whole-house rewiring, watched that jump to $5,000 mid-project with no scope change, then got sent a vulgar text message after firing the crew. Another hired them to silence beeping smoke detectors after a

Elite Roof Services vanishes after they cash your check. We found the same script across multiple reviews: prompt responses during the sales phase, solid installation work, then radio silence the moment something needs fixing under warranty. One homeowner left voicemail after voicemail about a leak covered by warranty and never heard back. Another paid for materials the crew promised to return, watched those materials disappear, and never saw the $514 refund. The workmanship itself scores well when the crew shows up, with 32 reviewers praising installation quality and crews finishing on schedule. But post-sale support collapses. In the most alarming case, a follow-up inspection revealed Elite had papered over rotted wood they'd been paid to replace, cut structural beams and propped them with two-by-fours to fake a flat roofline, then reused rusty nails throughout. The homeowner discovered the roof was collapsing only because another contractor flagged it during a separate visit.

Action Solar Installation of San Diego presents serious red flags that should make you reconsider. We found 73 reviews describing unreliable service after installation, with one homeowner waiting a full month for a warrantied compressor replacement on a seven-year-old unit, only to face a $2,500 bill and defensive managers who wouldn't return calls. Another customer paid $250 for a heater adjustment after being promised three times the visit was free. The pattern is clear: 66 reviewers flagged value concerns, and post-sale support scored poorly with 67 negative mentions. While 266 reviews praised workmanship during installation, that praise evaporates when something breaks. We noticed installers arriving on time and explaining systems clearly, but the moment you need a callback or warranty claim, communication collapses. One reviewer whose brand-new unit failed three times in the first year now dreads every summer. (Pro tip: if your air conditioner breaks more often than your New Year's resolutions, something is deeply wrong.) The company may show up with clean trucks and polite crews, but the post-install experience is a gamble you shouldn't take.

Solar Innovations is not worth the risk. We found a disturbing pattern of quality control failures across installations, from foggy glass with bad seals to misaligned panels to leaks after the first rain. One homeowner paid $60,000 for eight giant glass panels and three arrived defective (one foggy, one cracked, one misaligned). When the company returned a year later to replace them, one of the new panels fogged completely within months, and they denied warranty coverage. Another customer reported major leaks after both the original install and the re-install, with no one bothering to spray a hose on the windows before calling the job done. The reviews show basic quality checks aren't happening. Blue tape was left inside finished black windows, defective glass makes it through manufacturing, and post-sale support evaporates when problems surface. If you're considering Solar Innovations based on a tour or a friendly sales rep, know that the facility tour and the shipping team won't matter when you're staring at a fogged $60,000 window the company refuses to fix.

Future Energy Savers isn't worth the gamble. We found 144 reviews detailing aggressive door-to-door sales tactics, with representatives refusing to proceed unless both spouses were present and hanging up on homeowners who declined. One reviewer scheduled an appointment, only to have the company cancel 20 minutes beforehand because her husband wasn't home, then got lectured about missing out on lease-only deals. The sales conduct score sits at 3.6, anchored by 248 negative mentions. Even among satisfied customers, the pattern is clear: you'll pay more upfront than competitors, and the company's gate-keeping sales model wastes your time before you even see a proposal. Yes, the installation crews are courteous and the workmanship scores well (447 positive mentions), but the friction starts at first contact and colors the entire experience.

This company appears unable to support the systems they install. We found 18 reviews from customers who couldn't get anyone to answer the phone after their solar went live, and 13 more describing failed equipment with no repair follow-through. One homeowner discovered a leak from a panel mount point, called repeatedly, left voicemails, submitted written requests, and ultimately paid thousands out-of-pocket for a repair that should have been covered under warranty. Another watched their inverter sit broken for two and a half months while Milholland ignored four callbacks, even after the replacement part arrived at their shop on September 1st. A third customer spent 10 months waiting for an installation riddled with panel substitutions and zero proactive communication, paying both their energy bill and their solar loan simultaneously for months. The workmanship scores look decent because the install crews are competent, but the moment something goes wrong or you need post-sale help, you're on your own. If you're weighing solar quotes and value actually being able to reach your installer when the system stops working, cross this one off your list.

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.

Suncrest Solar is not worth the risk. We found a troubling pattern of botched installations causing real damage to homes, and the company's response to problems is either slow or nonexistent. One homeowner watched their roof leak for years after installers worked until 2am trying to finish in the dark, then spent 7 months just getting Sunnova (the parent company) to fix the leak and another full year waiting for interior repairs that never came. Another family discovered a lien on their home title they didn't expect, along with monthly bills triple what the sales rep promised and no bonus check that was supposedly guaranteed. Multiple reviewers report the same cycle: misleading sales claims about costs, then radio silence when you need help. The company has even been dropped by its parent company over installation quality. While some early reviews praised professional crews and smooth projects, the serious installation failures and abandon-ship customer service we documented make this contractor a gamble with your roof and your wallet.

Flash Roofing isn't worth the risk. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a pattern of serious execution failures that should give you pause. One homeowner woke up to water pouring through their bedroom ceiling after Flash left their roof exposed for three days during a storm. Another paid for 1,000 extra tiles the crew simply threw away because the company refused to pick them up unless the customer paid again. The workmanship scores tell the story: negative mentions outweigh positive ones across every category we track, from value (4 positive vs. 10 negative) to project management (10 positive vs. 15 negative). We found 12 reviews describing no-shows, unresponsive staff after problems surfaced, and cheap materials that caused leaks. In one case, Flash flooded a bedroom, refused to remove soaked carpet, and the space sprouted weeds within days. Three other reviews mention nails scattered everywhere, exposed nail holes across the roof, and food trash left behind. Yes, 15 reviewers praised fast communication and clean work. But when things go wrong here, they go catastrophically wrong, and the company disappears.

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.

SolarUnion operates in two modes, and your odds depend entirely on which one you get. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company that handles routine installations competently but collapses when anything goes wrong. One homeowner's inverter failed after a single year, SolarUnion blamed the equipment manufacturer and charged $990 for a replacement visit, then took a month to show up. Another customer watched their electrical panel spark and smoke after installation, SolarUnion's third-party crew had loosened critical connections when tapping into existing circuits, the company refused responsibility and the homeowner paid $10,000 to fix it. We found 64 complaints about poor value and 65 about inadequate post-sale support, numbers that track with a disturbing pattern in negative reviews. When systems fail or underperform, you will wait weeks for a response, hear excuses about subcontractors or equipment defects, and often pay out of pocket to resolve problems the company created. The 157 positive workmanship mentions and stories of smooth battery installs tell us SolarUnion can execute standard jobs, but the moment your project requires real accountability or warranty follow-through, you are rolling dice with a $25,000 bet.

LGCY Power is a gamble you don't want to take. One customer lost a home sale after waiting weeks for LGCY to repair a roof leak the installers caused, forcing a cross-country move with two mortgages. Another paid $62,000 and spent three years fighting to get a system that still doesn't produce the power promised, all while waiting 5-6 weeks just to get a technician scheduled. The data confirms this pattern: 474 reviewers flagged value problems, and 528 mentioned post-sale support failures. Installation delays stretch for months, systems fail inspection repeatedly, and support requests vanish into a void where no one creates a case or returns calls. The install crews themselves are polite and efficient (1,205 reviewers praised workmanship), but that doesn't matter when corporate won't schedule them, won't fix defects, and won't honor production guarantees. One reviewer joked that LGCY offered a $25 gift card to write a positive review; a few weeks of solid electricity generation would've been cheaper.

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.

Preman Roofing is a gamble you shouldn't take. We found a company that performs well when everything goes right but abandons customers when problems surface. One homeowner watched their lights smoke and melt together after Preman's solar work, a fire hazard their own electrician had to fix while the company deflected blame. Another discovered rotting wood left under new shingles, visible nail heads painted over instead of properly sealed, and a solar system generating far less power than promised. When they raised concerns, management told them the complaint stops here and refused warranty work unless they paid extra. Reviews show a clear pattern: 19 customers report identical post-sale breakdowns where the company goes silent, drags out responses for months, or declares issues outside warranty scope. The workmanship signals bear this out, with value scoring just 3.8 and post-sale support at 3.7. Even jobs that start smoothly can unravel. The company completed one roof beautifully, then took over a year of unreturned calls and employee hand-offs before grudgingly addressing driveway damage their crew caused with acid during cleanup. They placed an invalid lien when the homeowner withheld final payment. The few strengths here, like organized project timelines and friendly sales reps, evaporate the moment you need them to stand behind their work.

Valley Energy Solutions is not worth the risk. We found two companies masquerading as one: the responsive, detail-oriented installer several homeowners praised in 2018-2019, and the ghost operation that left recent customers stranded with broken systems and unanswered calls. One homeowner watched their solar sit idle for two months after the inverter failed, unable to get a callback despite repeated texts and emails. Another never received the promised $500 referral fee and had to chase down the city themselves to schedule an inspection when the company went radio-silent for weeks. The pattern is clear across multiple reviews: ownership changed, and post-install support evaporated. Early customers got meticulous service, including a voluntary follow-up visit to recheck roof tiles before the rainy season. Recent customers describe trying to reach the company as "a thermonuclear event." One reviewer summed it up perfectly: great for the install three years ago, bad for follow-on service. If you're comparing quotes, any money you save upfront will vanish the first time you need help and no one answers the phone.

Borrego Solar Systems abandoned its residential customers. The company stopped servicing home installations years ago to focus on commercial projects, leaving homeowners with no monitoring, no warranty support, and no help when panels need to be removed for roof work. We found multiple accounts of ignored service calls and disconnected phone lines. One homeowner discovered after 10 years that their system had been underperforming the entire time, racking up $1,000 annual true-ups when bills should have been near zero, and Borrego never returned their calls. Another paid for a comprehensive system in 2004 only to be cut loose when they needed the panels temporarily removed for reroofing. The pattern is stark: Borrego took the upfront payment, completed the install, then vanished when long-term support was needed. Even the early positive reviews mention installation quality, not the post-sale relationship that actually determines whether a 25-year investment works out.

This company's early work speaks for itself, but something broke. We found two customers from 2011 who say they were promised net-zero bills and instead pay $200 to $500 per month to their utility, 13 years later. One paid for 12 panels specifically so the utility would owe them money. That never happened. Meanwhile, reviews from 2013 paint a completely different picture: one homeowner dropped from $450 monthly bills to $1.32 after Sungate built a custom ground-mount structure and handled all the permitting. Another saw their system pass inspection within a week of a one-day install. The gap is stark. We noticed 25 mentions of solid workmanship and courteous crews who color-matched conduit to trim and left jobsites clean, but 2013 is ancient history in solar. Panel efficiency, inverter tech, and monitoring systems have all evolved dramatically since then. If you're weighing a quote from Sungate today, ask pointed questions about current system performance, what monitoring hardware ships with every install, and whether anyone from 2011 ever got their bills resolved.

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.

Countywide Mechanical poses serious financial and service risks. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a pattern of abandoned solar customers, billing disputes, and unresponsive management. One homeowner had their solar monitoring fail two years ago, called repeatedly for warranty support, and eventually discovered the company had quietly exited the solar business without notifying customers. Another was charged $830 for what they documented as 90 minutes of on-site work. The plumbing division earned some praise for friendly techs and quick appointments, but 23 reviews describe post-sale support failures ranging from ignored emails to techs who left an entire condo building without air conditioning during a heat wave. Workmanship scores landed just above average, yet value and support scores both sat near the bottom of our scale. Even the solar installations that initially went well in 2015 and 2016 became liabilities when the company stopped servicing that line of work, leaving customers with ten-year warranties they can no longer enforce.

This company is effectively out of business, and you should avoid them entirely. We found 19 reviews describing a near-identical pattern: customers paid upfront, waited months with zero progress, then watched the company stop answering calls. One homeowner handed over $23,000 in September 2014 and a year later had nothing but a new breaker box and unanswered emails. Another paid for a system in 2014, received an $800 electric bill a year later because the panels weren't working, and spent two years trying to reach someone before learning the El Cajon office was deserted. The data shows post-sale support scored 2.2 out of 10, with 19 negative mentions and only 8 positive ones. Even a customer who initially praised their 2013 installation later rescinded the recommendation after the company relocated (or closed) and left his expanded system unconfigured. The few positive reviews are all from 2013-2015, before the collapse. If you're researching McWire today, you're chasing a ghost.

Ignite Power is not a safe bet. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a troubling split: some customers got professional service from start to finish, but others were left with panels on the wrong side of the roof or cheaper equipment than they contracted for. One homeowner in San Diego discovered five panels installed facing east (the opposite of what anyone wants for afternoon sun) and couldn't get callbacks after repeatedly reaching out to the installation lead. Another was promised premium panels, received a cheaper model, and says the company's contract language blocked them from recourse even with proof in hand. We noticed 13 reviews praising courteous installers and clear sales reps, but an equal number describe deceptive tactics, shoddy roof attachments, and post-install ghosting. If you're comfortable rolling the dice on which version of this company you'll get, you might land a smooth project. But if you want consistency and accountability, keep shopping.

We can't recommend OneRoof Energy. Over months of analysis, we found a pattern of installations that start with holes in the wrong places and end with homeowners who can't get anyone to call them back. One homeowner spent 23 months with a damaged roof because the installer changed the panel layout without asking, water poured into his pool, and repair attempts dragged on until he stopped paying his bill just to force a response. Another watched his system lose half its output over a decade while the company, which leased the panels and promised to monitor them, became unreachable. Thirteen reviews mention project management failures. Nine detail post-sale support breakdowns. The handful of positive reviews praise individual reps like Timothy Thomas, but they also note six-week delays due to poor internal communication and systems underperforming by 20 percent at go-live. We heard about condenser units shoved against each other mid-repair, incentive checks that never arrived four months past due, and billing clerks who charged seven dollars extra if you refused autopay access. If you need solar that actually works when the installer walks away, keep looking.

Secure Roofing and Solar isn't worth the risk. We found 21 reviews describing catastrophic warranty failures: leaks pouring into living rooms, solar panels sitting broken for eight months, and customers forced to move out of their homes while the company ghosts them. One homeowner spent $18,000 on a roof that leaked within six months and couldn't get the manager to return six consecutive calls. Another watched their electricity bill climb for months after February panel failures, finally giving up in September when the company no-showed a scheduled repair. The pattern is unmistakable. Reviews show strong workmanship scores during installation (46 mentions of quality craftsmanship), but post-sale support collapses once the job is done. We noticed 21 negative comments about service failures versus only 28 positive ones about follow-up, and the negative stories involve real damage: water-stained ceilings, thousands in restoration costs, families displaced. Even customers who praised the install crews years ago now report being abandoned mid-crisis. If your panels fail or your roof leaks, you may find yourself calling a competitor to fix what Secure won't touch.

Energy Builders is a contractor to avoid. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company that struggles with basic project execution and customer service. One homeowner discovered only half their solar system was connected after months of questioning low output, and when they needed help with a critical NEM 2 grandfathering application, the company went dark with full voicemail boxes and unanswered emails. Another customer waited from July 2018 to spring 2019 for a project quoted at two weeks, then spent months chasing the company to fix a leak they confirmed but never repaired. The pattern is consistent: 17 reviews cite project management failures, 12 mention post-sale support problems, and 13 question the value after comparing final costs to the work delivered. Communication breakdowns aren't occasional hiccups here, they're the norm. One customer paid for windows, got a leak that damaged their wall, and faced a runaround when requesting repairs. (The owner showed up once, was reportedly rude, then vanished.) Even customers who praised the installation quality later couldn't reach anyone when they needed warranty support.

We found a company with a serious pattern of shoddy work that costs homeowners thousands to fix later. One reviewer discovered all 15 roof clamps had ripped out because the installer used quarter-inch bolts that couldn't handle normal San Diego wind, then got charged $300 for reinstallation with only a 30-day guarantee. Another had leaks start two years after install, called for warranty service, and was quoted $259 just for someone to look at the failed couplings that Performance Solar had improperly installed. We tallied 33 negative mentions of value across the reviews, and the workmanship complaints tell you why: corroded wiring left unfixed, tar stuffed in conduits, monitoring systems never connected despite being paid for. The owner stopped returning calls when roofs needed panel removal, left installation holes that leaked into bedroom ceilings, and switched out contracted panels for different models without changing the supporting equipment. If you hire Performance Solar, you're betting they'll answer the phone when something breaks. Based on what we found, that's a losing wager.

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.

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.

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.

Unisun Solar is not worth the risk. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company with a broken process and a trail of abandoned customers. One homeowner waited seven months for a system that still wasn't working, during which the financing company forged a signature and placed a lien on the house. Another paid loan installments for months before the system was even activated, then spent weeks trying to reach anyone who could help. The pattern is consistent: door-to-door salespeople promise fast timelines and smooth processes, but once you sign, communication collapses. Fourteen reviews mentioned failures in post-sale support, the worst signal in our data. Installation crews showed up unannounced, failed city inspections, and disappeared mid-job. When homeowners called for follow-up (like reinstalling three panels removed for permitting), they left four voicemails over weeks with zero callback. The financing arrangement deserves special attention. Multiple reviewers reported never seeing paperwork until a lien appeared, and a promised bill-difference rebate program simply never paid out despite repeated requests. If a company can't return a phone call during installation, they won't answer when your inverter fails in year three.

Quality Home Renovators isn't worth the risk. We found dozens of reviews describing a familiar pattern: aggressive cold-calling, sky-high quotes, and work that falls apart within months. One homeowner paid $50,000 for solar panels that stopped working after two years, then watched the company refuse to fix the breaker issue they'd promised to upgrade. Another discovered their air conditioning install violated code when selling their home and had to spend $2,400 out of pocket to fix it while QHR ignored their calls. The sales tactics alone should give you pause. When we tracked the pattern, 13 reviews flagged deceptive or pushy conduct, including reps who wouldn't stop calling even after being told no. One reviewer got a window quote $9,000 higher than a competitor offering the exact same product line. Nine reviews mention shoddy workmanship, from unsealed roof brackets causing water damage to cracked granite counters installed while the owner was on vacation. The company shares an address with another notorious contractor, and multiple reviewers report being ghosted the moment something goes wrong.

Sungevity went bankrupt and abandoned its customers. We found 42 reviews where people paid thousands upfront only to lose all warranty support when the company filed Chapter 11. One customer paid over $10,000 for a 20-year lease, discovered two shattered panels on their roof, called for repairs, and was told to shut the system off while still paying the lease plus full electric bills. A year later, they're still waiting. Another prepaid their entire lease specifically to secure maintenance coverage and never heard from Sungevity, the bankruptcy court, or whoever bought the wreckage. Beyond the bankruptcy, the company ran on broken subcontractor relationships. Installation crews brought the wrong parts, failed city inspections, and one installer smirked at a homeowner saying "you should have bought a generator instead." We tallied 144 complaints about project management across hundreds of reviews. The pattern is identical: salespeople promise three-month timelines, then customers wait seven months while permits sit incomplete and the company can't secure funding for systems already bolted to roofs.

Sol Solutions Today isn't worth the risk. We found a pattern of deceptive sales tactics, beginning with dinner seminars that pressure attendees into same-day decisions on products they don't need. One reviewer with a PhD in sustainability from Yale reported being told her attic had mold (five roofing contractors confirmed it didn't) and pressured to buy a reflective attic blanket that would have compressed her existing insulation, offering zero energy savings. Another paid over $12,000 for a ductless system installed by an unlicensed contractor who abandoned the job after two and a half weeks, leaving the system unusable for heating or cooling more than a year later. The company charged her credit card before work began and the owner refused to make it right. Beyond the aggressive sales practices, we noticed a troubling operational pattern. Multiple reviewers report the company refusing to provide written contracts, going silent after taking payment, and funneling support calls to a generic call center where employees have never met the CEO. Installers showed up in rented U-Hauls claiming the company truck was in the shop, then admitted they didn't own a truck at all.

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.

Solar Alliance isn't worth the risk. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a troubling pattern: 23 customers described systems that underperformed, warranties ignored, and communication that disappeared after installation. One homeowner spent six months chasing a quote for additional panels because their warranty would void if anyone else touched the system, then endured four redesign attempts and a failed inspection because the company installed the wrong plaque despite being told it was incorrect. Another paid $300 out-of-pocket when their system died after 18 months, then discovered three years later that the roof work Solar Alliance contracted during installation had been leaking into their attic the entire time. The company took three weeks and multiple no-shows to send someone. We found 30 complaints about project management failures, 25 about sales conduct issues, and 24 about post-sale support breakdowns. Six recent reviews report phones ringing unanswered and emails ignored for weeks. The positive reviews cluster in earlier years, while 2024-2025 reviewers describe a company that has stopped responding entirely.

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 serious operational problems that make it too risky to hire. We found a customer who went two full years without a working monitoring system, racking up over $2,300 in utility bills because Southern California Edison couldn't track the solar production his roof was supposedly generating. Another homeowner had 20 panels blocking their driveway for a week and a half after installers left mid-job, then waited a month with an electrical box torn out and no one answering calls to finish the work. Only 2 reviews in our sample mentioned value in a positive light, while 7 flagged sales conduct as problematic. The pattern extends beyond installations: former employees report sudden layoffs with no explanation and unpaid wages, and multiple customers describe pushy door-to-door reps who schedule appointments and then ghost entirely. One reviewer summed it up after being promised a callback that never came: "They don't care about the customer, only the immediate sale." If you need a solar installer you can count on to finish the job and answer the phone afterward, keep looking.

Sol Nova isn't worth the risk. One homeowner signed in November 2018, then spent 15 months chasing the CEO to even start the project because permits sat untouched and gift cards never materialized. Another paid on time for panels that sat broken for 17 months, racked up a $1,200 utility bill, and eventually had to file a lawsuit under the company's new legal name just to get recourse. We found 28 reviews describing no-shows, permit delays, vanishing supervisors, and reps who stop responding mid-project. Only 10 reviews mentioned fair pricing, while 22 flagged surprise bills or misleading quotes. Post-installation support scored a 2.6 out of 5, with 21 customers reporting abandoned service requests. The installation crews themselves earn decent marks when they actually show up, but getting to that point means gambling on whether your project will stall for months or your system will work at all. (One reviewer joked the company runs like Venezuela. We couldn't find evidence to disagree.)

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.

SunFusion Energy Systems has a troubling pattern of abandoned customers and botched installations. We found three separate homeowners who reported roof leaks after installation, and in each case the company either disappeared entirely or blamed someone else. One customer spent weeks trying to reach anyone at the locked office after flickering lights signaled electrical trouble, only to discover that technicians had bypassed safety components in ways that would never pass inspection. Another hired roofers who confirmed that SunFusion skipped the standard step of replacing underlayment before mounting panels, a basic waterproofing measure. Reviews show 23 complaints about post-installation support versus just 14 mentions of adequate follow-through. The company does have satisfied customers from years past who praised competitive pricing and hybrid battery systems, but recent patterns reveal consistent ghosting after problems emerge. If you hire SunFusion and something goes wrong six months later, our analysis suggests you'll be paying another contractor to fix it yourself.

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.

Affiliate Solar is a gamble you shouldn't take. We found a pattern that repeats across recent reviews: homeowners waiting a year or more for systems that still don't work, all while paying both their old electric bill and loan payments on panels generating zero power. One customer called 27 times over three weeks just to reach someone about a dead system. Another waited 16 months for inspection approval while bills piled up on both ends. The company's project management has collapsed. Installers they contracted punched a hole through one customer's carport roof and never fixed it. Others showed up unannounced or disappeared mid-project, handing customers off to third-party companies in California and Florida who made promises that never materialized. We did find older reviews from 2020 and 2021 praising clean installs and responsive service, but those customers paid cash upfront and got systems before the operational breakdown. If you're financing, you're far more likely to join the dozen reviewers still fighting for reimbursements on equipment that was never installed than to get the experience those early customers had.

This company is not worth the risk. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a clear pattern of sloppy installations followed by complete radio silence when things go wrong. One homeowner called seven times over several weeks to fix a leak in their two-year-old system and never heard back. Another watched their panels slide off the roof due to poor racking, then left message after message with no response. Before you sign, the sales team is attentive and competitive on price. After installation, the customer service vanishes. Twenty-three reviews mention post-sale support problems, most describing leaks, wiring issues, or failed components that the company simply won't address despite active warranties. We found 20 complaints about value (often citing repair fees on systems supposedly covered) and 13 complaints about workmanship. If you need a company that will actually show up when your roof starts leaking two years in, keep looking.

This company is a gamble you should not take. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a clear pattern: for every completed project, several homeowners are stuck in year-long delays, dealing with installation errors, or fighting to get anyone to return their calls. One couple sent dozens of emails—copying multiple managers—just to get basic scheduling updates, while their pool systems stayed broken after an installation crew caused a power outage and told them to hire their own electrician. Another homeowner became the de facto project manager for their own solar install, chasing down city permits and calling the office daily for over a year. The data backs this up: 31 reviews describe delays and damaged roofs, and 30 mention post-installation support that ranges from slow to nonexistent. We did find 16 satisfied customers who praised smooth installs and good communication, but those reviews cluster in earlier years. Recent accounts overwhelmingly describe rude staff, failed inspections, and defective batteries that sit unfixed for weeks. If you want to avoid spending a year chasing down your own contractor, look elsewhere.

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.

Energy Remodeling leaves broken roofs and nonworking panels behind. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a pattern of installation failures, unpaid subcontractors, and customer-service blackouts. One homeowner has called 20 times over two years to fix a documented roof leak; the company claims she can't prove they caused it. Another paid $30,000 upfront only to discover the true financed cost will hit $90,000, plus the company slapped a lien on their house. The math gets worse: 15 reviewers flagged poor value, 12 described post-sale support that vanishes the moment you need it, and 11 complained about sales reps who misrepresent government programs and pressure 91-year-olds into deals. Subcontractors report $10,000 in unpaid invoices and warn the company hops between names and addresses to dodge complaints. One reviewer even said the installer forced customers to post fake positive reviews. If you want solar that actually turns on and a company that answers the phone when it leaks, keep looking.

Smart Energy Solar turned nearly every customer into a nightmare story. One homeowner paid $27,000 for a system that failed inspection, used a secondhand inverter, and never delivered the promised power savings. Another discovered their 50-year roof was leaking under the panels at year eight. We found a pattern of catastrophic installation failures across reviews: wrong breakers limiting energy production, wiring that failed code inspections, microinverter failures that went unresolved for months. One customer's system produced less than half the promised electricity, and after nine months and numerous service calls, it took adding three extra panels at the company's expense to finally hit the contract output. But the real cruelty is what happens after installation. A homeowner reported being sued for $6,763 because Smart Energy never paid their electrical supplier, putting a mechanics lien on the house. Another elderly customer was pressured into a $12,000 lease they didn't understand, only to have half their home's electricity stop working within 12 hours of activation. The company simply stops returning calls once problems surface, leaving customers to chase them for weeks or drive to the office in person for answers.

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.

Tesla Energy left systems offline for months and blamed customers for roof leaks caused by their own installations. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a pattern of dangerous incompetence: one family discovered their roof was leaking and their heater exhaust venting carbon monoxide into the attic after Tesla re-roofed without pulling permits. Fifteen reviews describe roof leaks that appeared immediately after installation, with Tesla initially admitting fault then later blaming homeowners and ignoring repair requests. Equipment failures dominate the data: inverters fail repeatedly, replacements take three months while customers pay both their solar lease and full electric bills, and one customer reported four inverter failures in a single year with Tesla replacing bad parts with identical bad parts. Twenty-three reviews cite vanishing post-sale support. Customer service refuses to provide supervisor contact information, doesn't return calls or emails for weeks, and leaves families with leaking roofs during rainstorms. The sales process is equally chaotic: some customers report smooth $100-deposit online orders, others pay deposits then get ghosted for weeks before learning their project was quietly canceled.

Complete Solar will leave you holding the bag. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company that ghosts customers once the panels are on your roof. One homeowner spent nearly a year trying to reach the company so a roofer could remove her panels for leak repairs, leaving voicemails and emails with zero response. Another is still waiting 15 months for a $1,200 underproduction reimbursement the company admitted it owes. The pattern is clear: 365 reviewers flagged poor value, 459 complained about post-sale support, and 488 cited project management failures. System after system sits inactive for months, failed inspections pile up, and calls go unreturned. In one case, panels drilled through interior wiring and shorted out six outlets, a fix that took five months and threats of legal action to resolve. (Nothing says quality workmanship like turning off your kitchen outlets.) Even the positive reviews often end with a caveat about long delays or unfinished work.

We found evidence of serious financial misconduct. One customer says they're still waiting over a year later for a $22,600 buyout check, forcing them to pay two solar bills at once. Another reports being shorted $28,000 on their buyout payment and $3,000 on a contractual rebate, and after seven months of waiting, the company won't return calls. The sales pitch relies on verbal promises that the contract explicitly voids in fine print. Installation work is equally problematic: we found reports of roof damage, leaks left unrepaired, and systems priced at double market rate that don't even cover the electric bill. One homeowner now pays $220 monthly to Milholland plus $500 to their utility, worse off than before installation. When issues arise, customer service is nonexistent. One family faced a surprise $10,000 lease transfer fee when selling their home and spent two weeks trying to reach anyone at the company. The most disturbing allegation involves a customer claiming the company took $60,000 from their 88-year-old mother with Alzheimer's.

This company is a risk you shouldn't take. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found a pattern: installations drag out for months or even years, final inspections fail repeatedly, and customers pay loans on systems that aren't producing power. One homeowner waited two years for simple inspections to pass, with her husband missing work multiple times while ADT failed to complete required sign-offs. Another signed in March 2022 and by August 2023 still didn't have active panels, watching her credit score drop while paying for electricity and a solar loan simultaneously. The core problem is broken internal handoffs. Sales reps promise 70% energy production and fast timelines, then leave the company before installation wraps. New account managers inherit incomplete files. Inspectors show up to discover plans don't match the actual installation, or Workers Comp paperwork expired, or utility sign-offs were never submitted. Customers report calling daily and hitting voicemail for weeks. Even when panels finally go live, production often runs at 20-30% instead of the promised 70%, leaving families with $200 monthly loan payments on top of $400 electric bills. The 26% federal tax credit, pitched by salespeople as cash you'll receive, turns out to be a credit you may not qualify for, blindsiding buyers who budgeted around it. One reviewer calculated his return on investment jumped from 12 years to 16 because of lower-than-promised output and a disputed production guarantee. If a problem surfaces after installation, support goes silent. Multiple customers describe sending 10+ emails and leaving 15+ voicemails with zero response, even when a panel is producing at 40% or a roof leak appears after the first storm.

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 effectively out of business for warranty service. We found 29 reviews describing leaking pool solar panels that never get repaired, with reviewers reporting months of unreturned calls and hung-up phone lines. One homeowner with a 15-year transferable warranty spent three weeks and five calls trying to schedule a repair. When he finally reached someone named Ted, the manager became hostile and hung up mid-call. Another customer paid cash for 15 rooftop panels that sat idle for six weeks because the company installed them but delayed the inverter, meaning the system generated zero power while the owner had already paid in full. The post-install collapse is near-total: 21 reviews describe systems never connected to the utility, monitoring dashboards never set up, and permits never filed. One homeowner discovered in 2021 that their 2018 installation had never been approved by the city or utility, meaning they paid full retail rates for three years on power their own panels generated. We couldn't find a single review from the past two years describing successful warranty service or a completed callback.

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.

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.

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.

Multitaskr has effectively shut down, leaving dozens of families holding six-figure debts for unbuilt ADUs. We found customer after customer telling the same story: they secured loans through Sunlight Financial or Mosaic, the lender disbursed the full amount to Multitaskr, and then the company stopped answering calls and emails. One Oceanside family paid $130,000 upfront in December 2022 after being promised zero-interest financing and a 5% discount, waited two years watching start dates get pushed back indefinitely, and ended up refinancing their home to avoid exorbitant loan interest, raising their mortgage from $2,280 to $3,960 per month. Another homeowner paid nearly $170,000 across two loans in September 2023 and never saw construction begin. Reviews mention the company filing for bankruptcy, closing its office, and staff who previously managed projects now unreachable. Multiple reviewers are pursuing arbitration or lawsuits, and some warn that former employees are operating under a new company name. The few positive reviews date from 2020 to early 2023, before the company collapsed, and describe completed ADUs or battery installations that took far longer than promised but eventually finished. By mid-2024, the pattern is uniform: money collected, project abandoned, company vanished.