Best Solar Installers

Sacramento Metro

Green Integrations and Management

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

Sparky Electric & Solar

Sparky Electric & Solar will fix problems other contractors leave behind. One customer called after getting shocked by kitchen appliances; the owner arrived within two hours, found a dangerous short under the sink, and replaced an outdated panel that same week. Another homeowner fired their original solar electrician mid-job and brought in Sparky to finish it right. We found zero negative comments about workmanship across all reviews, and 48 customers specifically praised how the crew managed complex projects. The team doesn't just show up and install. When one family's seven-year-old solar system wouldn't sync with a new battery after four other electricians gave up, Sparky's owner spent weeks coordinating with the inverter manufacturer until the battery company agreed to cover the fix. Reviewers mention technicians vacuuming after every job, labeling every wire in the panel, and staying late to solve unexpected issues without charging extra. One reviewer watched four electricians work twelve-hour days to wire a storage battery and admitted he'd never attempt it himself after seeing the complexity. If you want an installer who treats a tangled mess like a puzzle worth solving, not a reason to upsell, Sparky is the call.

North Valley Solar Power

North Valley Solar Power delivers what most installers just promise: a fast, drama-free installation with a team that actually answers your questions. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found one homeowner who shopped for an entire year before choosing North Valley, then watched the company finish the job in under a month, from signed contract to live system. Another had the install crew walk them through every component on the wall and roof before leaving, explaining exactly how the panels, battery, and electrical panel work together. The standout pattern is post-sale support. We couldn't find a single negative comment about their follow-up service, and 95 reviewers went out of their way to praise it. The second distinctive strength is project management: 82 reviewers mentioned seamless coordination from quote to permission to operate, with timelines that beat the industry average. One customer was told by competitors to expect three to five months for PTO, but North Valley hit it in four weeks. (The install crew also apparently doesn't leave a single piece of trash behind, which is rarer than you'd think.)

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.

JHP Electric

JHP Electric delivers solar installs that pass the test of Type-A homeowners who measure everything. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, zero mentions of shoddy conduit runs, and zero stories of post-install ghosting. One customer went from contract signing to utility approval in under a month, a timeline that makes the Tesla-takes-months horror stories on Reddit look like cautionary tales. Reviews repeatedly flag two standout patterns. First, they handle chaos without billing you for it: when one family's breaker panel fried the day before their solar contract signing, JHP installed a new panel within 48 hours and chased down the utility to restore power. Second, their installs look invisible. We counted 19 mentions of workmanship quality, with customers noting crew members replaced cracked roof tiles nowhere near the panel array and painted scuffed roof vents without being asked. (One retired tradesperson who usually nitpicks contractor work admitted he couldn't find a flaw.) If you want an installer who'll fix a botched competitor's wiring in under a week or show up same-day when your A/C breaker fails on a 100-degree afternoon, the slightly higher quote is justified.

Steiners Solar Service

Steiner's Solar Service is the rare contractor who answers the phone when something breaks. We analyzed dozens of customer reviews and found zero mentions of shoddy work, missed callbacks, or abandoned repairs. One homeowner had squirrels chew through their roof solar panels multiple times, and Steiner came out every time with fast, affordable fixes. Another called about air bubbles in their pool heating system and got the problem solved over the phone without a truck roll. The company is led by Steve Sharp, who still visits job sites and brings the same small crew he's worked with for years. Twenty-four reviews specifically praised this owner-led approach, with several customers noting they've used Steiner for 20 or 30 years across multiple projects. The permitting and paperwork move fast (one PV customer got their permission-to-operate notice days after install), and pricing consistently comes in competitive without lowball tricks. If a service call takes two trips, you're not getting charged for two trips. One repair that involved diagnosing a broken actuator valve and making a return visit cost the customer half the part price, because Steve decided to split it.

Solectric

Solectric delivers the kind of solar installation you'd want for your own home. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship—a rarity in an industry where roof penetrations and wiring details often spark disputes. One homeowner spent a dozen hours researching contractors and chose Solectric after the owner offered to walk the neighborhood pointing out sloppy work he'd never tolerate, like visible conduit runs or misaligned panels. Another hired them to fix a botched job by a different installer, a months-long ordeal that Solectric resolved completely. The owner, Daniel, handles sales himself, which means no pushy pitch meetings—just straightforward explanations in plain English. Installations wrap in one to two days, and 34 reviews praised his responsiveness after the system goes live, including one customer who got same-day troubleshooting when a SunPower component failed. If you want an installer who'll chase down a billing error six months later or show up with a twelve-pack of your favorite beer on activation day, the local focus is worth it.

Sol R Us Electrical Engineering

Sol R Us delivered a full solar install in 31 days from first contact, including permits, city inspection, and net-metering approval. One customer who compared nine quotes hired them for their competitive pricing and top-tier equipment (Panasonic panels, premium roof mounts), then watched his system produce 609 more kilowatt-hours than projected despite a rainy winter. We found 102 reviews praising the quality of their installations, with zero negative comments about workmanship. The owner, Chris, personally inspects every roof before you sign a contract so there are no surprises later, and the sales team (led by Daniel) sizes systems accurately enough that multiple customers report owing zero dollars on their annual PG&E true-up bills. When one homeowner spotted a roof leak three and a half years after installation, the crew showed up the same day in the rain, climbed onto his concrete tile roof, diagnosed clogged valleys (his own maintenance lapse, not their fault), and fixed it before they left. The company stocks their own parts and handles every step internally, so you are not waiting on subcontractors or dealing with a call center. One quirk: they only install Panasonic or LG panels, which cost more upfront but outlast cheaper alternatives (and apparently survive Bay Area winters without a single complaint in our sample).

East Electrical Service

East Electrical Service runs a tight ship. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found zero complaints about workmanship, missed deadlines, or dodgy quotes. One customer came home to find a portion of their house without power, called East, and got it fixed the same day along with a couple of lingering issues they'd been putting off. Another didn't normally write reviews but said the quality and professionalism compelled them to make an exception. Reviews show 11 mentions of clean, careful workmanship and 7 mentions of projects wrapping up on schedule. The team answers the phone, shows up when they say they will, and charges what they quoted. The only caveat: nearly all reviewers mention general electrical work, not solar specifically, so if you're comparing purely on solar installation track records, you may want a longer project portfolio. But if you want an electrician who'll diagnose your power loss, fix it promptly, and leave the work site cleaner than they found it, this is your crew.

Sun Up Electric

Sun Up Electric solved problems other contractors wouldn't touch. We found a homeowner whose install required coordinating with a roofer mid-job and an electrician upgrading the main panel 150 feet away in a detached garage. Konstantin visited in person to walk the site (rare among the six other installers this customer interviewed), then finished the entire job the day after the new roof went on. Reviews show 32 mentions of careful workmanship, often with specific praise for how the team routed wiring exactly where customers wanted it or discovered a house wasn't properly grounded and quietly fixed it. In one case, a breaker failed right before Thanksgiving. The crew drove out to San Jose that morning and replaced it at no charge. The owner is a trained electrician who works on-site during installations, which explains why 21 reviewers mentioned follow-up support without a single complaint. One customer summed it up: after comparing quotes from the biggest providers to the smallest, they were relieved to skip the corporate runaround and work with a family operation that just gives you the facts.

Solar Energy

We found a solar installer who answers the phone. One homeowner called five competing companies for a small-house system and got nowhere until this team designed a right-sized setup and finished the entire job in under a month. Another customer cut their electricity bill nearly in half within weeks of installation. We analyzed feedback patterns and noticed two standout strengths: project speed and accessible staff. Eight reviewers mentioned installation timelines under 30 days from contract to final inspection, a pace that beats industry norms by weeks. The company also assigns named representatives (reviewers call out Noorullah and the Nasir-Nasar duo by name) who walk customers through financing options and panel specs without jargon. No one complained about surprise delays, hidden fees, or post-install ghosting. If you've already collected three quotes and they all feel like cookie-cutter pitches, this crew treats low-usage households and straightforward projects with the same urgency as the big installs.

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

Sunrise Solar Roofing will save you thousands compared to the national installers. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found two patterns that matter: this company cuts PG&E bills down to nearly nothing, and they'll still be picking up the phone years after your panels go live. One homeowner calculated a seven-year breakeven after comparing bids on EnergySage, then watched Sunrise finish the job in under a month while a cheaper out-of-town competitor quoted three months out. Since 2016, his PG&E bill hasn't exceeded the $10 monthly grid connection fee. We found 14 reviews praising post-sale support with zero complaints, including one customer whose inverter failed after two years and got a proactive call from the owner coordinating a free replacement. The installation crew are also roofers, so they know how to anchor hardware without creating future leak points (one system survived 80 mph winds and relentless rain its first winter without a single drip). One serious red flag: a reviewer reported door-to-door salespeople who ignored a no-soliciting sign and refused to leave until threatened with police, raising concerns about aggressive tactics targeting vulnerable homeowners.

ACR Solar delivers quality work and stands behind it. We analyzed reviews from homeowners who not only hired them once but came back for vacation homes and pool systems. Workmanship complaints are nonexistent across 73 reviews, and 85 people praised their follow-up support. The company excels at two things most installers fumble: long-term service and roof-related work. One customer discovered a leak three years after installation and ACR sent someone out the next day at no charge. Another had a 30-year-old barrel tile roof that most contractors wouldn't touch; ACR handled both the roof repair and solar panel remounting for less than the roof-only quote from a competitor. (The CEO and two crew members spent an hour in the attic fixing a problem for free, which feels like finding a unicorn in the solar industry.) The sales process is low-pressure, pricing beats the national brands, and they manage permits and HOA paperwork without dumping it on you.

We analyzed dozens of SolarQuote reviews and found a company that nails the basics: they answer the phone, show up on time, and install systems that work. One homeowner cut a $500 summer electric bill down to $20 and hasn't paid a cent at true-up in two years. Another called ten solar companies and only SolarQuote picked up, then spent multiple visits walking them through inverters, grid contracts, and PG&E rate structures until a rancher with zero solar knowledge felt confident signing. Reviews show 21 mentions of clean workmanship and 27 of smooth project timelines, with city inspections passing on the first try. The sales team doesn't oversell: one rep inspected an older home, found the roof couldn't support panels, offered financing for roof repairs, and stayed pleasant when the customer declined. (The homeowner kept his number anyway.) If you want the cheapest quote in town, you may find it elsewhere. But if you value a crew that returns calls the same day and installs your system right the first time, SolarQuote delivers.

Valley Solar gets the installation done fast and then sticks around when you need them. One homeowner watched crews mount panels and wire everything in a single day back in 2020, and three years later when minor issues popped up, the team answered calls and fixed them without fuss. We found 12 reviews specifically praising their post-sale support, and not one complaint about being ghosted after the check cleared. The panels perform as promised: one customer tracked three years of production data and confirmed the system hit its advertised output within 200 kilowatt-hours. But you'll pay a premium for that reliability. Several reviewers noted Valley Solar wasn't the cheapest quote they received, and one installer rescheduled a job without a phone call, just an email saying permits weren't ready yet. (The reviewer had already rearranged their work schedule. Sorry to hear that, Tim.)

Cascade Power installs residential solar systems through a lease model that reviewers say delivers real savings without major hassle. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found that 11 customers specifically called out the value proposition, with one homeowner near Lake Oroville crediting their sales rep Chad for salvaging a difficult permitting process when the parent company went silent. The installation crews consistently show up on time, work fast, and clean up afterward. Seven reviews mention the workmanship quality, and we couldn't find a single complaint about shoddy roof attachments or wiring errors. The company's weak spot is sales outreach. One reviewer reported receiving overseas telemarketing calls despite being on the National Do Not Call list, and when they confronted Cascade Power directly, the response was defensive rather than apologetic. If you can tolerate aggressive lead generation tactics (or you've already made contact), the actual installation experience appears solid.

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

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.)

Right Now Air & Solar is a safe choice if you value fast emergency response and honest maintenance checkups. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found this company excels at showing up quickly when you're sweating through a heatwave. One customer called on a Friday afternoon during 106-degree weather and had a tech ring their doorbell within 15 minutes of texting. Another called on Labor Day Sunday and got a callback before 9 a.m. the next morning. The maintenance side is even stronger. We couldn't find a single complaint about techs overselling unnecessary repairs, and 196 reviews specifically praised technicians for only recommending upgrades homeowners actually need. One reviewer described a tech who explained a corroded generator battery using photos, then patiently answered every question without pushing a service plan. The downside is value scores lag behind workmanship and support. Several customers mentioned fair pricing, but 52 reviews raised cost concerns, suggesting you may find a lower quote elsewhere if you shop around.

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

Five Star Solar delivers solid installations at competitive prices. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found two patterns that define this company: the sales team (especially Ron) takes time to educate rather than pressure, and the installation crews finish jobs quickly without cutting corners. In one review, a homeowner who compared eight quotes chose Five Star because they offered extra services competitors didn't include, then watched the crew bend electrical conduit so neatly it looked architectural. Four years later, zero issues. The workmanship score is near-perfect, with 179 positive mentions and only 2 complaints. What's missing is hand-holding after the panels go live. Several reviewers wanted more guidance on monitoring apps or battery settings, and the company doesn't always provide it. One customer ran their AC at 74 degrees instead of 78 and still banked $2,200 in annual credits, which suggests the system was sized right even if the onboarding could be better. If you can figure out the Enphase app on your own and you prioritize a clean install over white-glove post-sale support, this is a safe bet.

SolarLink Energy Construction handles permits and city approvals so you don't have to. One homeowner who abandoned Tesla's DIY approach said SolarLink delivered the hands-free process they promised, even fixing a monitoring app setup error within a day. We found zero complaints about workmanship across nearly a hundred reviews, and 43 reviewers specifically praised how smoothly the project unfolded from contract to final inspection. The main gap is timeline visibility. Multiple customers noted they didn't get a detailed schedule upfront showing when inspections, payments, and Permission To Operate would happen, which led to awkward payment renegotiations while waiting on the utility. If you're willing to ask for that timeline yourself, you'll get a contractor who'll chase down permits while you sit back. (One crew even patched drywall around a panel box they could've left open.)

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.

Origin Solar gets installations done fast and professionally, but communication breaks down hard when problems arise. We found 19 reviewers who described smooth, on-time projects with friendly crews and panels up and running in as little as 15 days from contract signing. One homeowner went from first call to passed inspection in 45 days, including city permits and PG&E approval. That speed is real, and the workmanship held up in our analysis with 16 positive mentions and only 2 complaints. The trouble shows up in the 5 reviews where things went wrong. One customer waited over a year for panels to activate while making loan payments on a dead system. Another reported six months of delays, missed appointments with zero notice, and damaged pool equipment that the company refused to fix. We couldn't find evidence that Origin chases down these outlier disasters with the same energy they bring to smooth installs. If you get a competent project manager, you'll likely join the majority who rave about quick timelines and vanishing electric bills. But if you draw the short straw, you may spend months leaving voicemails that never get returned.

Sunstone installs quality solar systems and stands behind their work. We found 12 reviews praising their workmanship without a single negative mention, and when panels stopped producing electricity 18 months after one installation, the owner replaced the equipment immediately rather than wait for the manufacturer to process a warranty claim. That said, we noticed a pattern of aggressive sales behavior that feels out of step with how the install teams operate. Three reviewers reported high-pressure tactics: one salesman refused to provide an estimate unless the homeowner committed on the spot, another made multiple harassing calls from different numbers after being asked to stop. The install crews earn consistent praise for finishing on time and solving problems quickly, but the sales process may test your patience. One reviewer watched summer bills drop from $200 to $21 after installation, though $21 still covers grid fees and taxes (something worth clarifying upfront).

Pi Electric handles standard electrical jobs competently, but we found enough red flags to make this a cautious choice. We analyzed dozens of reviews and noticed a pattern: emergency panel replacements and outlet installations go smoothly, but diagnostic work is hit-or-miss. One homeowner paid $350 for Aaron to open a breaker panel, declare multiple code violations, and leave without fixing the tripped breaker—a second electrician solved the original problem for a tenth of Pi's quote. Another customer discovered two live wires left disconnected after Pi's outlet repair, contradicting the diagnosis entirely. When Pi does complete a job, the work holds up. Nine reviewers praised fast turnarounds on panel upgrades and outlet circuits, including one Saturday emergency where Aaron swapped a 1979 panel in under 48 hours. Fair pricing appears only when the scope is straightforward: $525 for two hours of breaker and outlet work drew a lukewarm recommendation, not outrage. The gap between Pi's best and worst outcomes is wide enough that you're gambling on which version shows up.

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.

Modernize Power delivers reliable, high-quality work, but follow-through after installation can be inconsistent. We found 26 reviews praising their workmanship without a single complaint about the physical installation itself. One homeowner who paid $17,850 for a Generac generator said the install crew was professional and the work impeccable, but he asked three times for a noise-reduction quote and twice for a service appointment and never got either. Another customer waited 18 months for PG&E grid approval because Modernize didn't submit required paperwork, paying full utility rates plus a solar loan the entire time. The company excels at complex multi-trade projects—solar, generators, electrical panel upgrades—and crews consistently leave job sites cleaner than they found them. But if something goes sideways after the permit closes, you may need to push hard to get a callback.

Solar Electric Pros handles straightforward electrical work well but shows serious gaps on solar installations. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a stark split: their general electrical service (range hookups, emergency repairs, conduit work) earned consistent praise for quick response times and fair pricing, with one homeowner calling Dan out on a Saturday evening when a tenant lost power and getting same-day service. But the solar side tells a different story. One installation left conduit running outside walls on a solar-ready home despite the customer pointing out neighboring houses had clean internal runs, and when the homeowner refused to pay the next installment until the cosmetic damage was fixed, the owner threatened a lien. Another buyer inherited a system from 2017 that started leaking in 2021, and the company refused to pull panels even when the homeowner offered to pay for removal. We did find six glowing solar reviews praising one-day installs and meticulous inverter setup, but two detailed accounts of refused callbacks and missing promised features (panel-level monitoring, rebate paperwork) outweigh the positives when the stakes are a 25-year roof commitment.

Buckley delivers reliable HVAC work backed by decades of customer loyalty. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found two patterns that explain why homeowners stick with this Sacramento contractor for 10, 20, even 30 years. First, their technicians show up prepared and explain everything in plain language. One reviewer watched a tech spend an entire afternoon diagnosing a solar inverter that had burned out, walking her through each troubleshooting step before ordering the replacement part. The new inverter arrived and was running within 10 days. Second, Buckley coordinates smoothly with other trades during complex projects. When one customer's roofing contractor hit an unexpected delay mid-job, Buckley's crew flexibly rescheduled the HVAC reinstall without complaint. The installers protected floors, answered questions about the new ductwork, and left the house cleaner than they found it. We found 228 mentions of careful workmanship and 326 comments praising their follow-up support. The minor trade-off is pricing. A handful of reviews note you can find cheaper quotes elsewhere, though most customers felt the premium bought them peace of mind.

Nor-Cal Home Improvements handles big home projects with unusual care. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found the same pattern: Tim and his crews show up fast, finish on schedule, and fix problems other contractors left behind. One homeowner's garage was demolished in a car accident. Tim gave an estimate the next day that came within $100 of the insurance payout, squeezed the job into a packed schedule, and finished early with everything lined up perfectly for the follow-up garage door install. Sixteen reviewers specifically called out workmanship quality. We noticed crews covering artificial grass with tarps during a patio job, texturing drywall to match existing walls, and chasing down window manufacturers over leaks seven years after the original install. The company doesn't stop at completion. Two years after a closet remodel, the crew came back to fix damage the homeowner caused installing their own laminate flooring. No charge. (Who does that?) Eleven reviews mention project management strengths, with Heather coordinating utility hookups and Gene walking inspectors through clean electrical panel work. A few solar customers reported communication gaps and unfinished drywall repair, so you'll want clarity on scope before signing. But if you need a contractor who'll personally inspect every window seal years later and still pick up the phone, this is one of the safer bets in the region.

RME Innovations has a troubling split in customer experiences. On one hand, 15 reviews celebrate smooth installations and competitive pricing. On the other, we found two reviewers alleging roof damage, incomplete work, and unresponsive management, with one pursuing legal action over what they call fraud. The company handled PG&E interconnect hurdles that stumped a previous contractor in one Oakland project, and most crews finished on schedule. But the damage claims are specific and severe: four holes in a roof, a hole in an exterior wall, and installers who'd been with the company just two weeks. One customer waited through missed appointments and couldn't reach the project manager to get repairs scheduled. Post-sale support scored just 2.3 out of 5 in our analysis, with only 2 positive mentions against 4 complaints about phone responsiveness and incomplete paperwork. When things go right, the process moves fast. When they don't, you may struggle to get anyone on the phone.

This company splits sharply between devoted fans and burned customers. We found two dozen reviews praising Eric's deep RV knowledge and willingness to diagnose tricky problems other shops couldn't crack. One owner spent two years bouncing between mechanics for an A/C issue before Eric spotted the root cause in 15 minutes. But we also noticed a pattern of financial friction. Five reviewers flagged steep upfront minimums (one paid $300 for hinges that still didn't latch right), and the two-hour diagnostic charge hits before you know if they can even fix your rig. Two customers described service cutoffs mid-relationship: one was turned away for owning a 1997 model after a policy change, another never got a return call after sending photos. The workmanship score sits at 4.6, anchored by glowing reports of fiberglass repairs and lithium battery conversions. But post-sale communication dips when things go sideways. One roof reseal leaked into the bathroom the same week, and when the owner questioned it, Eric allegedly ended the call with profanity.

Bonham Electric will show up on time and finish the panel upgrade. But whether they'll show up at all depends on what else is on their schedule. We analyzed customer stories spanning panel replacements, rewires, and smaller electrical jobs. Two patterns stood out. First, the panel-upgrade work itself earns consistent praise. In one 1960s house, the crew replaced a 60-year-old breaker box, coordinated same-day inspections with the county and utility, and even fixed mismatched AC wiring they spotted mid-job. Another homeowner watched the team work straight through a scorching afternoon to finish before the inspector arrived. The installs passed on the first try. Second, communication falls apart when you're not a priority project. Three customers reported missed start dates, days of radio silence, and owners who never returned to fix mistakes. One homeowner's bedroom fan sat broken for three weeks after the initial install because no one came back to reset the remote transmitter. If you're hiring them for a major panel job and can lock in a firm schedule upfront, you'll likely get clean work and a smooth inspection. If your project is small or hits during their busy season, prepare to chase updates yourself.

Cell Energy's track record is a mess of contradictions. We found customers praising friendly staff and competitive prices in one breath, then warning about unresponsive management and disputed warranties in the next. One trucker describes arriving 10 days past warranty, getting verbal approval for a replacement, then watching the manager backtrack and substitute cheaper batteries mid-transaction. Another reviewer paid for a new car battery in November, had it die four months later, and got offered store credit instead of a refund when AAA confirmed the battery was worthless. The most telling pattern: 8 reviewers mention serious project management problems, versus only 2 who praise it. Several note the business appears closed or unreachable when they need support. If you're buying a commodity battery you can test immediately, you might get decent service. But if you need warranty support or post-sale accountability, the odds tilt sharply against you.

We found serious red flags that should give you pause. One homeowner discovered $1,800 in damage to their brand-new air conditioner after roofing tiles fell during installation, then spent eight months chasing the promised reimbursement that never arrived. Another customer watched panels sit warped and nonfunctional for months while promised fixes dragged on, racking up duplicate bills for both solar and grid power. Reviews show 10 customers reporting installation defects, missing repairs, or unmet promises about reimbursements. Communication breakdowns appear in multiple accounts: installers showing up without appointments, project managers going silent for weeks, and customers calling city permit offices themselves because no one at Ilum would update them. The workmanship score of 4.7 tells a different story, anchored by 59 mentions of careful installs and crews who painted conduit to match house colors. We noticed 35 reviews praising knowledgeable staff who sized systems accurately even for new homeowners with minimal billing history. But the pattern of slow or vanishing follow-up on defects, combined with explicit reports of brushed-off damage claims, suggests this company excels at the sale and install but falters when things go wrong.

American Home Energy Savers has earned praise for professionalism, but value scores lag behind their workmanship reputation. We found hundreds of reviews consistently naming the same staff members (Branden, Keith, Jaime) for patient explanations and clean job sites. One reviewer switched to this company after a previous contractor left projects half-done and appliances broken, and over five years they've handled floods, window leaks, and full HVAC overhauls without a single complaint. The workmanship scores hold up across complex projects: a three-person crew resized undersized ducts, added missing return vents, and installed whole-house and attic fans in one day, transforming a second floor that used to trap oppressive heat. But 23 mentions flag value concerns, and the 3.7 score suggests quotes run higher than competitors. If you're willing to pay more for a contractor who'll diagnose problems your last installer missed (and actually show up when promised), the premium buys you reliability. If you're comparing purely on price, you'll likely find lower bids elsewhere.

ES Solar earns strong marks for workmanship and follow-through, but value remains a real sticking point. One homeowner noticed their panels installed on the wrong side of the roof and got a call from the CEO himself to make it right. Another had ES Solar add a battery to a 12-year-old system and said every interaction was excellent. Reviews show 1,519 mentions of solid workmanship and 2,053 comments praising how the company managed timelines and city permitting. The crew cleans up after themselves, a rarity among contractors. But 326 reviewers flagged concerns about value, giving it a 3.3 score. ES Solar charges a premium, and you'll know it when you see the quote. The trade-off is a team that doesn't vanish when something goes sideways. If you're comparing purely on price, you'll find cheaper installers. If you want a company that'll send the CEO to fix a botched install and a project manager who answers calls six months later, the premium buys you that peace of mind.

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.

Energy Resolutions shows a troubling pattern of service breakdowns that should make any homeowner pause. We found multiple customers describing systems that didn't work after installation, including one whose solar panels sat idle for over two months because the company failed to set up the monitoring account that would have caught the problem. Another paid $32,000 but discovered a $38,000 lien on their home and never received the promised $5,000 rebate. The follow-up support is equally concerning. One homeowner's air conditioner failed on a 100-degree day in 2017, four years after installation, and Energy Resolutions couldn't schedule a visit for a week and a half. The culprit turned out to be a shoddy electrical connection from the original install, fixed by another company in 20 minutes. When the same customer's furnace flue leaked a year later due to poorly cemented pipe joints, Energy Resolutions said they had no one available to repair their own work. We did see praise for the initial sales process and some smooth installations, but 13 positive experiences can't erase the severity of the failures we documented.

Yancey has built a long local reputation, but proceed with caution on pricing. Two homeowners signed contracts only to face $9,000 surprise bills after tear-off, when refusing meant leaving their roof open to the weather. One learned the

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

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.

This electrical contractor isn't worth the risk. One customer detailed a four-month billing dispute where the company couldn't produce a work order for invoiced work, then threatened collections without ever clarifying what the charges were for. Project management scores are the strongest area (4 positive mentions), with reviewers highlighting on-time completion and reliable scheduling for commercial builds. But sales conduct and post-sale support both fell below neutral, with 2 negative mentions each. We found workmanship complaints about rude technicians alongside warnings about disorganized billing practices. One commercial client who paid over $10,000 across two years abandoned the relationship entirely, advising future customers to require signed work orders before paying any invoice. The positive reviews skew heavily toward decade-old testimonials from long-term commercial partners, not recent residential solar customers navigating permit delays or warranty issues.

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.

This company's door-to-door sales practices are an immediate red flag. We found nine reviewers who described rude or profane conduct at their front door, including one salesperson who called a homeowner a profanity after she declined. Beyond the sales problems, installation customers hit frustrating delays. One reviewer waited two full months for a meter after installation, calling repeatedly for updates that never came. Another failed the city inspection and had to wait weeks for corrections, with no advance notice about when crews would return. The 21 reviews mentioning installation hiccups paint a pattern: panels eventually work, but the path to turn-on involves rework, miscommunication, and app login headaches. Even when the hardware performs well (50 reviewers praised workmanship), SolarCo's project execution and post-sale responsiveness fall short. Thirty-two reviews flagged sales conduct issues, and 19 mentioned poor post-sale support. One customer couldn't reach the company five years later to upgrade a battery. That's not the reliability you need for a 25-year investment on your roof.

Sierra Pacific has a problem no amount of courteous technicians can fix. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found a company that excels at maintaining what it sells but struggles to deliver value in the first place. One customer discovered their $2,100 gas valve replacement was actually a clogged intake tube clogged with bird seeds, a $280 fix the tech found only after questioning the original diagnosis. Another watched Sierra Pacific initially deny warranty coverage on four-year-old pool panels, blaming a defunct manufacturer, until the company president intervened after a public review. The workmanship scores high (1,023 positive mentions), but value scores dismally low at 2.6, with 347 negative comments versus just 234 positive. Post-sale support follows a similar pattern: 959 customers praised the service plans and responsive techs, yet 339 complained, often about misdiagnoses, surprise costs, or having to escalate problems to management before getting help. If you hire Sierra Pacific, budget for their premium pricing and prepare to verify every recommendation, because even their best techs sometimes get it wrong the first time.

West Coast Solar's customer service has collapsed since their earlier years. Reviews from 2017-2020 describe prompt installations, responsive reps, and attentive follow-up. But newer reviews tell a different story: one homeowner waited three months just to get a response about underperforming panels, only to receive a four-word reply saying "your panels are working correctly" with no diagnostic report. Another customer fought for four months to fix a system that produced zero power because the crew used cheap HomeDepot wire instead of the manufacturer-spec cable. We found 40 reviews describing roof damage, bird-poop buildup from missing guards, or multi-month repair delays. The post-sale support score of 3.7 confirms what the stories show: once the installation crew leaves, you're mostly on your own. A handful of longtime customers still praise the workmanship, and the sales reps earn consistent praise for patience and technical knowledge. But the company's own CEO now tells frustrated warranty claimants to "get an attorney" rather than schedule a repair visit. If you need a solar installer who'll actually show up when something breaks, keep looking.

Solaron earns high marks when your equipment works, but keeping them responsive when something breaks is a gamble you shouldn't have to take. We found a split track record: smooth installations praised in 28 reviews, but 23 customers describe frustrating communication gaps, missed appointments, and waits stretching weeks for callbacks. One homeowner called 10 times over several weeks just to reschedule a no-show service visit, while another endured four summers of bedroom-rattling pipe noise that techs couldn't permanently fix. The company scores 3.4 for project management and 3.6 for post-sale support, the two lowest marks in our analysis. When technicians do show up, reviews say the work is solid. Keith and Jose each earn call-outs for patient explanations and extra-mile fixes. But you'll need luck to reach them. The office operates on callback-only scheduling, and 16 reviewers mention days-long waits or no response at all. (One customer joked he dreads the annual loop of ignored messages more than the gurgling pipes themselves.) If uptime matters to you or your bedroom sits near the equipment pad, the risk outweighs the savings.

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.

Bear Solar isn't worth the risk. We found a pattern of abandoned projects and unresponsive support that should worry any homeowner considering solar. One business owner paid $200,000 for a system that was never connected to the grid after four years. Another homeowner watched panels go up on the wrong side of the roof, then spent a year trying to get login credentials to monitor the system while PG&E bills kept arriving. The positive reviews cluster around two salespeople, Jorge V and Demetrio Amaya, who clearly know how to explain solar and close deals. But the post-installation picture is troubling. We found multiple reports of systems that don't produce the promised energy, requests for service that go unanswered for months, and customers who've given up calling entirely. One homeowner launched a state contractor board complaint after three years of trying to get a malfunctioning 46-panel system serviced. The through-line in negative reviews is always the same: Bear Solar collects payment, then disappears when problems surface.

Solar Revolution isn't worth the gamble. We found customers stuck paying thousands in PG&E bills after inverter failures, then hit with labor charges despite warranty promises. One reviewer had roof damage from a botched install, spent months with a gaping hole in their ceiling while the company ghosted their calls, and still hasn't been reimbursed for out-of-pocket repairs. Another paid extra to fix exposed conduit that violated HOA rules because the crew ignored approved plans. The pattern is clear: Solar Revolution delivers slick sales presentations and smooth installations upfront (16 reviewers loved the initial experience and saw immediate savings), but when equipment fails or the install goes sideways, you're on your own. Nine customers explicitly warned that warranty service is a mirage. If you want panels that work today and a company that vanishes tomorrow, this is your installer.

Aztec Solar isn't worth the risk. We found a company where positive workmanship mentions barely outnumber negative ones, and value scores sit at an alarming 3.0 out of 5. One customer didn't discover their tile-roof project was canceled until a refund notification appeared on their credit card statement, 10 days before install. Another tried for a month to get a callback about a malfunctioning panel under warranty and never heard back. The pattern is clear across 39 reviews: responsive sales reps vanish after the contract is signed. Post-sale support scores just 3.3, with 60 negative mentions of delayed service, ignored warranty claims, and installation errors left unresolved. Yes, 123 reviewers praised the installation crews for being punctual and professional, and pool-heating customers report warm water by mid-March. But competent installers can't compensate for an office that ghosts you when a panel fails or bills you for work on a system you removed three years ago.

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.

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.

Lifestyle Solar will fix your problem if you can reach the right person, but getting there feels like a lottery. We analyzed over a hundred reviews and found a company where individual reps rescue frustrated customers after weeks of silence. One homeowner paid $679 for a replacement monitoring kit only after her system sat dead for months while a rep kept insisting everything was fine. Another fought for seven weeks to get any production from panels installed two-and-a-half years earlier. The pattern is stark: 29 reviews describe unresponsive support, systems underperforming their guarantees, and monitoring apps that stop working while the company collects payment. When someone like Paula or Delvin finally steps in, the relief is palpable. Reviewers upgrade from two stars to five stars solely because one employee returned calls and sent the app link. That shouldn't be remarkable, but at Lifestyle Solar, basic follow-through earns effusive praise because it's so rare.

Mona Lee is not a company you can count on. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a pattern of failure that should alarm anyone shopping for solar: systems left broken for months, requests for help ignored completely, and installers who vanish after taking payment. One customer in San Diego paid $60,000 in November, was told the system was complete by March, but then watched their three Tesla inverters fail one by one, dropping production to 60 percent by May. Despite repeated emails and a registered letter to corporate, no technician ever showed up. Another homeowner endured a five-month wait after a failed inspection because Mona Lee ghosted them, cycling through six different reps who each stopped responding. The company's post-sale support earned a 2.4 out of 5. We counted 47 negative mentions specifically about abandoned customers, and 26 reviews described outright failures, disorganization, or active neglect. When we looked at the few bright spots (competitive pricing, smooth installs for straightforward jobs), they were overwhelmed by stories of roofs damaged by sloppy contractors, systems engineered incorrectly from the start, and homeowners left paying for equipment that doesn't work.

This company's door-to-door salespeople are a serious problem. We found a homeowner who had to pull out his phone and start filming before the rep finally left his porch after refusing to leave despite multiple warnings, and another who had to feed small children while a maskless rep ignored the screaming and continued pitching. Nearly half the reviews we analyzed describe high-pressure tactics, with 24 people recounting reps who ignored 'no soliciting' signs, knocked during dinner, or misrepresented themselves as PG&E employees. One reviewer reported being told there was an urgent meter issue when the rep was actually selling a third-party solar lease, not addressing any real problem. Even among satisfied customers, we noticed a pattern: the few who had positive experiences went silent after installation, and one who praised the sales process came back months later to report waiting over a month for the electrical box with no update on a mysterious design change. The installation crew itself gets decent marks from the 12 people who made it that far, but the sales conduct problems are too widespread to ignore.

Moxie Solar is a gamble you'll probably lose. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company that routinely leaves systems unfinished, ignores customer calls for months, and forces homeowners to pay out-of-pocket for repairs that should be warranty work. One customer waited 18 months for a battery that was the entire reason they went solar, with Moxie canceling scheduled installations repeatedly and offering zero explanation. Another discovered their system was miswired a year after install and had to hire an outside contractor for $1,000 just to get an honest assessment of the damage. The pattern is unmistakable: 120 reviewers cited value problems, 135 flagged post-sale support failures, and 142 mentioned project management chaos. Communication collapses after the sale. Moxie's support voicemail is often full, emails go unanswered for weeks, and one reviewer spent two hours in a queue for what was advertised as 24/7 support before giving up entirely. The few installations that went smoothly happened years ago, before the company's Better Business Bureau rating collapsed to an F. Even when the panels do get installed, workmanship issues surface later: missing equipment, torn-up yards left unseeded, septic lines destroyed during trenching. Yes, 133 reviewers praised the installation crew's skill, but those compliments mean little when the company won't return to fix what breaks.

Evergreen Solar is not worth the risk. We found a company that delivered strong work when motivated but abandoned customers once the checks cleared. One homeowner still hasn't gotten the two panels Evergreen promised to fix an undersized system, four months and $500 in unexpected utility bills later. Another has been routing a 200-foot extension cord from their water shed to their house every time the power goes out because the backup battery was wired wrong and no one returns their calls. The pattern is consistent across recent reviews: responsive sales process, competent installation crew, then radio silence when problems emerge. Three reviewers report unanswered emails, texts, and calls stretching across months. One homeowner couldn't even get a part number for $20 trim caps after two follow-up attempts. We noticed several earlier reviews praising fast timelines and transparent communication, but the 2021-2024 reviews tell a different story. When your roof springs a leak or your system stops producing power, you need a company that picks up the phone. Evergreen's warranty promises look meaningless if they've gone dark.

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

This company 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.

Infinite Energy Home Services breaks your solar system and then goes silent. One homeowner hired them to remove and reinstall panels during a reroof, paid over $30,000, and ended up with non-functional solar due to damaged wiring, the wrong water cooler removed, trash left in the yard, and a toddler picking up roofing nails in the driveway. The company went radio silent for two months rather than fix it. In another case, faulty permit paperwork sat incomplete for months, costing the homeowner $600 to $800 in lost solar production while staff blamed the utility for delays. We found 15 reviews describing unresponsive service after installation, unresolved equipment failures, and customers hiring other contractors to finish the job. A mini-split installed three years ago never worked from day one, and phone calls now go unanswered. One electrician charged over $1,000 for wiring that was never actually completed, leaving the customer with zero working lights. While 23 reviews praised transparent sales consultations and clear pricing, post-sale support collapses the moment a problem surfaces. The company also racked up serious safety violations: crews skipped fall protection entirely, attempted to install shingles over flagged dry rot twice, and botched a roof repair so badly it cracked a freshly sheetrocked ceiling.

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.

This company routinely delivers shoddy work, disappears when things go wrong, and strong-arms customers into paying for their own mistakes. We analyzed reviews and found a stark pattern: while sales reps win praise for being thorough and patient during the pitch, the quality collapses the moment the contract is signed. One homeowner paid $42,000 for solar panels that worked fine until the company removed them to fix roof leaks. The reinstall broke the system, triggering nine months of runaround and an extra $1,000 charge for an "outdated" component that was working perfectly before they touched it. Another customer signed a $40,981 painting contract only to be told two months later that the company needed an additional $25,000 because they'd somehow forgotten to account for scaffolding on a three-story Victorian. The post-sale support score of 2.8 reflects what happens after you pay: 413 reviewers describe unresponsive service, unresolved defects, and warranty claims that go nowhere. The workmanship score of 3.8 sounds passable until you read that 258 customers report installation errors, missing screws, exposed wiring, improper roof grades that void warranties, and leaks that the company refuses to fix. One review mentions a crew that would have caulked over finger-sized holes in siding if the homeowner hadn't intervened. Even the work that looks fine on day one often fails within months, and when you call for help, you'll get transferred to a salesperson trying to upsell you instead of a technician who can actually fix the problem.

V3 Electric is not a company we can recommend. One homeowner lost two years of her life to a botched installation that began with deception after her husband's death, left nails scattered across her yard that punctured two tires, and ended with tarps and bricks blowing around on a leaking roof that damaged her TV and bathroom. Another customer paid $70,000 for a system the county inspector nearly rejected because V3's crew laid conduit too shallow three separate times, eventually flooding the inverter. We found 184 negative mentions of value and 181 complaints about post‑sale support, a pattern that shows up in story after story. Reviewers describe crews who don't know local codes, project managers who never show up when promised, and a revolving door of customer‑service reps who have no record of previous conversations. One homeowner spent a year trying to get a second undersized system online and was hit with two $3,000 utility bills while V3 ignored emails. If you want an installer who'll actually return your calls after the panels go up, keep looking.

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.

This company will leave you stranded. We found dozens of stories that follow the same grim pattern: breakdowns happen, you report them, and then you simply cannot get anyone on the phone. In one case, a customer's entire solar system was destroyed by wind in January 2021, yet the company kept billing them for equipment that no longer existed and ignored months of calls, emails, and even attorney letters. Another homeowner paid upfront to schedule a repair, watched their inverter fail within 30 minutes of a tech visit, then spent weeks chasing updates on a replacement that finally arrived unannounced while they happened to be home. We counted 32 reviews describing this unresponsive pattern, and only three reviewers managed to escape it by working with one of two helpful employees named by name. The rest describe vanishing after the sale, missed appointments with no warning, and repair timelines that stretch from weeks into months. If you need panels removed for roof work, expect them to lean against your house uncovered for four months while reinstall dates get canceled twice. One reviewer summed it up plainly: it is as though they do not even exist.

We found nearly a hundred reviews of Amerisun, and the pattern is stark: you're rolling the dice with your roof and your money. In one review, a homeowner discovered 14 months after installation that a critical battery component was never connected, leaving their backup system useless during PG&E outages. Despite months of calls and emails, no one from Amerisun responded. We noticed 45 complaints about post-sale support, with customers reporting that the company became unreachable after payment cleared. Twenty-eight reviews describe unfinished installations, failed inspections, and projects abandoned mid-stream, often with customers paying monthly loan bills while still buying power from the grid. The workmanship scores tell the same story: 37 negative mentions of value and 43 complaints about project management. We did find 20 positive reviews praising smooth installs and responsive service, but they're concentrated in 2023. The recent reviews paint a picture of a company that may have bankrupted or stopped servicing existing customers. (One reviewer is still finding nails in their garden beds over a year later, which feels like a metaphor.)

HelioPower installed systems that routinely failed to deliver promised savings, then disappeared when customers needed help. We analyzed nearly a hundred reviews and found a clear pattern: professional installations followed by expensive utility bills and unanswered service calls. One homeowner paid $40,000 for a system HelioPower promised would eliminate their electric bill, only to receive a $3,000 invoice from Edison a year later. When they called for help in January, a technician finally showed up five months later and said "sorry." We found 40 reviews mentioning poor post-sale support and 45 citing project management failures. The problems go beyond slow callbacks. Multiple customers reported mechanics' liens from unpaid subcontractors, systems wired incorrectly that produced only 60% of expected output for years, and roof damage that led to interior water leaks. One customer's final inspection failed four times due to broken tiles, missing flashings, and rails sealed to dirt instead of felt paper. The inspector called it a "nightmare." By 2020, many phone numbers were disconnected and the company appears to have gone bankrupt, leaving customers with broken systems and no recourse. (Yes, one reviewer had to hire lawyers just to find out why their panels stopped working.)

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.

This company is not safe to hire. We analyzed thousands of reviews and found a pattern of systems installed but never commissioned, failures ignored for months, and customers paying double bills while Solcius stonewalls. One reviewer paid for 21 months of a non-working system after install crews failed city inspections repeatedly. Another watched panels sit dark for five months before realizing the inverter had died, racking up $3,400 in losses that Solcius refused to cover beyond a token $140. The workmanship score sits at 3.7 out of 10, anchored by 584 complaints about incomplete electrical work, roof damage, and incorrect wiring. Post-sale support scores even lower at 2.5, with 627 reviewers reporting unanswered calls, vanishing project managers, and repair techs who cause more damage than they fix. Installation crews earn praise for being polite and efficient, but that means nothing when the system never turns on or breaks within a year and no one returns your calls. (The irony: reviewers consistently note how friendly everyone was right up until the moment they needed help.) If you want solar that actually works and a company that stands behind it when something breaks, keep looking.

Green Day Power is not worth the risk. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company that has effectively abandoned its customers. One homeowner paid for a solar system in September 2023 but couldn't get the company to finish permits or inspections for a full year, forcing them to hire another contractor and spend thousands to complete the work themselves. Another went three months with dead panels, paying both a solar loan and electric bills, while the company dodged calls and left repair work half‑done. The pattern is clear: once installation wraps, support vanishes. Post‑sale support scored 2.7 out of 10, with 86 negative mentions centered on unanswered calls, ignored emails, and systems that stop working with no one to fix them. We found 59 reviews describing incomplete or abandoned work. The company's phone number is now disconnected and their office is permanently closed, leaving existing customers stranded mid‑contract. Even the rare positive reviews date from 2023 or earlier, before the collapse became obvious. (One reviewer wondered aloud if they'd been sold to a fraud company. That's not a question you want to be asking about the people who wired your roof.)

Sunworks poses a clear risk. Over the past decade, customers report a company that overpromises and under-delivers, then vanishes when the system fails. One customer called 40 times to reach support after a panel quit working, only to be told the 24/7 monitoring they paid for meant they had to spot every problem themselves. Another waited an entire year for their commercial system to go live because Sunworks filed the wrong paperwork with PG&E, racking up power bills the whole time. We found a pattern of broken warranties (one homeowner had to scan and email their own contract to prove coverage after Sunworks claimed to have lost it), mysteriously lowered production guarantees in the monitoring portal, and systems generating thousands of dollars less energy than promised. The company blames former salespeople, posts canned responses to complaints, and routinely ghosts customers mid-crisis. One reviewer never got a reply to a two-week-old support email. The irony? A handful of glowing reviews from 2016-17 praised efficient installs and friendly crews, but none of those reviewers checked back years later to see if their panels still worked or if anyone would answer the phone.

Synergy Home Improvements disappears the moment you need them. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a clear pattern: attentive sales process, then radio silence. One Newcastle homeowner watched $40,000 in panels sit idle while Synergy ignored warranty claims on a dead inverter, costing him another $2,000 out of pocket. Another paid nearly $41,000 for panels that were never connected, then got hit with a $4,000 upcharge a year later to finish the job. The company subcontracts installations to third parties but doesn't disclose this upfront, so you're paying Synergy's markup for work they don't perform. When monitoring systems fail or inverters die under warranty, customers report sending 20 to 30 emails with zero response. One homeowner's true-up bill jumped from $400 to $2,000 because their system stopped working and Synergy wouldn't return calls. We couldn't find a single review where the company resolved a post-install problem. (If you enjoy leaving voicemails into the void, this is your company.)

This company has largely abandoned its customers. We analyzed reviews spanning seven years and found a clear pattern: Sunfinity delivers a competent installation, then disappears when something breaks. In one particularly bleak example, a homeowner had a defective battery delivered two years ago that was never installed, and the company has since gone silent on all contact attempts. Another customer discovered dangerous wiring issues after installation, a rat's nest of fire hazards that passed city inspection but required hiring a separate electrician to fix. The post-installation collapse is near-total. Twenty-one reviewers describe unreturned calls, dead voicemail boxes, and broken promises of 24/7 monitoring that never materialized. Multiple customers report systems producing half the promised energy output, and when they reached out for answers, they hit a wall of silence. Early reviews praised quick timelines and professional crews, but those same customers often returned years later to update their ratings after realizing the company had effectively ghosted them. We also noticed the promised monitoring is either fictional or ignored: systems threw faults for months without Sunfinity noticing or reaching out.

This company is not safe to hire. We found a disturbing pattern: systems installed years ago sit broken for months or years while customers chase repair techs who never show up. One homeowner discovered a faulty panel in March and was still waiting in July after repeated calls and emails. Another waited six months and fifty phone calls to fix dead panels in 2020, only to face the same ghosting cycle when trying to schedule panel removal in 2023. The workmanship score of 3.9 looks decent until you see what happens after installation. Post-sale support earned a 2.2 out of 10, anchored by 57 negative mentions. Twenty-four reviews describe systems that stopped producing power entirely while warranty requests went ignored. Eight customers reported roof leaks tied to the installation, and one paid $600 out-of-pocket to fix ceiling damage because the company stopped responding. The owner promised fixes, sent texts confirming appointments, then vanished. One customer even received a bounced $500 referral check. The company appears to have closed its residential division, which means your 25-year warranty may already be worthless.

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.

Sun Edison filed for bankruptcy and abandoned its customers. We analyzed dozens of reviews and found a company that went dark mid-contract, leaving homeowners with nonfunctional systems, cracked roof tiles, and no one to call. One Fresno customer waited two years for a system hookup that never happened while broken tiles slid off his roof every time the wind blew. Another discovered panels producing one-quarter of promised output with no technician available to diagnose the problem. The bankruptcy gutted customer service entirely. 25 reviews mention unanswered calls, unresolved billing errors, and repair requests met with silence. Even customers whose systems worked describe months spent chasing down incorrect bills and delayed power-to-operate approvals. Before the collapse, 6 reviews flag deceptive sales tactics, alleging reps withheld lien disclosures and locked elderly customers into 20-year contracts with no death clause or exit terms. A few early customers praised specific salespeople and saw electric bills drop from $700 to $4, but those wins predate the bankruptcy that turned this into a cautionary tale.

Phoenix Solar Energy went out of business under a cloud of contractor complaints and fraud investigations. One customer paid $25,805 in December 2019 for two Tesla batteries that failed during the first power outage after installation, then died completely four months later after a technician claimed he'd fixed the charging problem. Another homeowner signed in October 2019, paid $40,000 upfront, and by April 2020 still had non-functioning panels mounted on a damaged roof the installer never disclosed. We found 31 reviews describing value problems and 30 mentioning abandoned post-sale support. The California Contractors State License Board revoked the owner's license after investigating multiple fraud complaints, and the state created a consumer relief fund to reimburse victims. Subcontractors reported unpaid invoices stretching three months with no returned calls. One electrician made four trips to a single home because the company failed to coordinate who needed what parts, then blamed a hot tub for wiring damage their own crew caused when rewiring a breaker panel. (The homeowner had security footage proving no one ever showed up on the date Phoenix claimed they'd sent someone to fix it.)

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.

This company goes dark when you need them most. We found dozens of customers whose panels stopped working and who then sent four, five, six unanswered calls for help. One reviewer lost three prime summer months after their inverter died because 1st Light never returned a single voicemail, even though the manufacturer had already shipped the replacement part. Another paid $33,000 for a system that quit after eight years and described fruitless attempts to reach anyone. The pattern is unmistakable: 106 negative mentions about value versus 39 positive, and post-sale support scored just 1.8 with 112 negative comments. Reviews describe roof leaks from botched installs, systems that failed inspection and required rework weeks later, and promised SREC payments that never materialized for over a year. One customer contracted Salmonella poisoning from pigeon droppings that accumulated under panels after the company assured them birds wouldn't be an issue, then refused to help pay for cleanup and called the neighbor's contaminated yard 'collateral damage.' When problems surface, you'll be on your own.

This company went under mid-2023, leaving customers with dismantled systems, unpaid supplier liens, and zero recourse. One homeowner in April sat four months into a replacement project with only old panels leaning against the house after Penguin removed the working system and ghosted. Another discovered the company hadn't paid suppliers, triggering a mechanics lien on the home. We found 27 complaints about post-sale support and 24 about value, a pattern that screams institutional failure, not isolated mishaps. Even before the collapse, the track record was grim. Installers drilled through vaulted ceilings, broke air conditioners during roof work, and left systems producing 40 percent below guarantee. One system went offline twice in its first 18 months, sitting dark for three months the second time while the company dodged appointment requests. By summer 2023, the phone line rang once and went to a busy signal. (If your installer's number doesn't even connect, that's not a red flag. It's a white flag of surrender.) The owner stopped returning calls in May 2023, and former employees confirmed the business was finished.

Tesla solar is a gamble you will almost certainly lose. We analyzed hundreds of reviews and found a company that routinely ghosts customers during breakdowns, causes roof damage it won't fix, and runs a support system seemingly designed to frustrate people into giving up. One customer paid $25,000 for a system that barely produced energy because Tesla used the wrong inverter setup for a shaded roof, an issue any site survey should have flagged. Another went nine months without panels after a reroof, still paying the lease while Tesla ignored every follow-up call. The pattern is consistent: systems fail (inverters die every few months, firmware updates brick the app, voltage spikes fry appliances), and when you need help, you're routed to a chatbot that schedules repairs two months out. In one case, an electrical panel error caused by missing neutral wiring blew out a washer, dryer, and entertainment system. The repair wait for a total power shutdown? Four weeks, because Tesla doesn't classify "no electricity in winter" as an emergency. If you want solar from a company that answers the phone when something breaks, this is not it.