We have had an Enphase solar installation for 10 years now, which has always worked beautifully…read more However, due to regular PG&E outages in our area (Fremont, CA), we decided to add a backup battery to the system. After careful research, we chose Highlight Solar (HS) to handle this installation. We chose the Franklin battery, and Highlight Solar came out to handle the installation in Nov 2025. Sadly, we had some serious issues with the functionality of our solar infrastructure, after the Franklin equipment was installed... the Enphase solar monitoring device (called Envoy) started having trouble communicating with the panels, and therefore would disable them. HS made a couple of different attempts to fix this issue (which was delayed when they went on vacation for a month), so I had to keep cycling the breaker for the panels every morning to get the system working for another day. Fortunately, they were persistent in pursuing the issue, and after returning from vacation in late January, Samir came out and spent a couple of hours on the phone with Enphase support, who suggested a possible solution for this issue. HS then had someone come out to implement Enphase's suggestion, and now my system is working solidly and reliably (Feb 2026). I'm glad HS didn't just give up on us; I'm sure they were just as frustrated as we were by this situation. We certainly didn't expect this to take three months to resolve, but it is working now.

We met with multiple solar companies and settled on Highlight due to both the great recommendations…read moreas well as our experience during the initial process. We asked a LOT of questions, then we asked more, and then some more. Ali, our salesman, remained patient and communicated thoroughly via email or phone, and at all hours even after we had signed the paperwork. The installation process was honestly better than the sales process. The combination of Chris (the foreman who found a solution for all our requests) and his team which worked in awful weather to get our project installed on schedule were amazing. Our inspection, and final handoff were handled by Samir, who answered even more questions, and made sure we were fully set up. From end to end we had a great experience with Highlight Solar and will recommend them as they were to us. Pro tips: If you get a battery you will need to store it until it is installed. Your solar data might not show up on the app for 24-48 hours after installation...don't panic, it will show up eventually and you will see the money you are not spending with PG&E.

I had an absolutely outstanding experience with Golden State Solar and I would recommend them to…read morefriends and family without hesitation! When I first inquired, Tim (the owner) reached out and scheduled a consultation/evaluation of my existing system for the following day. He arrived on time, was professional and very knowledgeable. He sent me over a couple different proposals that he believed would be best for me and my usage. I reached out to competing companies to test the market and one company found out that I was on a different NEM standard than we previously thought. This discovery made me second guess getting solar for the time being. I reached out to Tim and he said that he estimated I would still need to upgrade but that I could give it a few months to see how my energy bills were in the winter and early spring. To say he was right was an understatement! My bills went from $60 to over $300 some months. Now that I knew that adding to my system was worth it and had more information, I reached back out to Tim. He didn't miss a beat in suggesting a system that maximized my output and didn't break the bank. (Mind you, he spent hours going back and forth with me answering questions and concerns I had) Ultimately, I chose to go with Tim because of his expertise (he was an electrician prior to starting Golden State Solar), professionalism, customer service and honesty. He never pushed me to make a decision and gave me multiple options that he believed were best. The permit and installation process were painless and completed within a couple months (mostly waiting for the permit). The system drastically increased my solar output and I couldn't be more happy with my choice to go with Golden State Solar!

Tim, Nick, and their team installed our new system within just a few days. My home initially had…read moreonly the bare minimum solar setup required for new builds, and Tim was able to seamlessly integrate the new panels with the existing ones, adding a battery in the process. Other companies I contacted said they couldn't work with my existing system, but Tim made it happen. The entire process, from consultation to installation was quick and straightforward. After installation, one panel showed as offline. The team promptly replaced the microinverter, but the system still wasn't performing optimally. They came back out and replaced the panel, ensuring everything was working as it should. Recently, I noticed an error with one of the microinverters on the app. I reached out to Tim, and he responded within a day to resolve the issue.

I cannot say enough great things about this team! They are honest, reliable, friendly, and they…read moredon't overcharge you. Dalton came out and fixed an ongoing hardwired smoke alarm issue we were having in our home. He installed all brand new smoke alarms on both floors, walked us through everything, explained what is needed to keep the house up to code, and was just overall so friendly and accommodating. He came out early on a Saturday morning and had all the work done in less than 45 minutes, and now we don't have alarms beeping at all hours of the day and night! Absolutely would recommend Coastwide Electric and we'll be reaching out to them again for other electrical projects and repairs.

Mickey upgraded my electric panel and install my tesla charger. He's very knowledgeable, honest,…read moretrustworthy and very responsive. Choose him as your electrician, you won't regret it! His price is very fair. Thanks Mickey!

Unreservedly recommend Clean Solar!…read more Had PV Solar installed when the house was built in 2006. Under our existing rate plan (time-of-use, meaning pay high rates 4-9 pm and low rates the rest of the time), and metering agreement (NEMS 2.0), we were selling more electricity (in $ terms) than we were using. However, we will be forced to switch to the new metering agreement (NEMS 3.0) in late 2026, which drastically cuts how much PG&E pays us for electricity we sell to them--we will end up paying money to PG&E. This motivated me to consider installing a whole-house battery storage system to do "rate shifting"--store the excess electricity generated by our PV system in the morning and early afternoon to power the house during the high rate period (4-9 pm). And of course provides energy in the event of a power outage. I also wanted to take advantage of the energy tax credit before it expires at the end of the year. Reading reviews on Yelp, Google, and other sites, I decided to contact Clean Solar along with 3 other companies. Clean Solar was the first to respond and I had a thorough conversation with a Senior Design Analyst, Art Balaoro. He listened and understood my goals, answered my (many) questions and said he would get back to me with options in a few days. Of the other 3 companies, 2 never responded to my inquiry at all! The other one did, but I had to repeatedly reach out to them to make any progress on getting a quote. In contrast, Art did as he said and responded within a week with several options, primarily around which battery vendor to go with (Tesla vs. Franklin, I preferred the latter) and the battery location. Clean Solar scheduled a technician to come out and look at our house: location and configuration of the main panel, possible battery locations, where the existing PV inverter was, etc. Took a lot of photographs and measurements to verify compliance with building codes. In contrast, the other vendor was sluggish to schedule someone to visit, so I ended up sending them photos and measurements from the Clean Solar visit. Because of the peculiarities of my house's main panel, it was going to be more difficult (and expensive) to install the Franklin battery. And although I would have preferred to put the battery inside my garage, building codes would have required a replacement of the entire smoke alarm system throughout the house, also adding significant expense. Art walked me through these issues thoroughly and so I went with the recommended (and cheaper) option, going with the Powerwall and an outside location. In contrast, the other vendor didn't do as thorough an analysis and wasn't aware of these issues until I pointed them out. When I did get a comparable quote from them (exact same system components), it was slightly more expensive than the Clean Solar quote. I started this process in June, and immediately Art said it was going to be a close thing to finish the project before the end of the year--so many people were wanting to install solar or battery projects and claim the tax credit. Art also walked me through the timeline for the whole process and how it would be managed on their end. Based on the interactions I had with him and others, I felt that Clean Solar was the best choice for my project--and my experience bore that out.

This is my second time around with Clean Solar, and they are just as stellar as the first time, if…read morenot better and more efficient. We needed to add panels because we purchase an EV and needed more solar to offset PG&E. The impeccable experience started with Art the consultant, he gave 4 scenarios and explained in detail what each means and provided detail report including all the tech details and break even timing. To be honest, it was too much for me, I really just wanted pricing and how long it takes to install haha but was good to know he has such knowledge and I was confident he is looking out for my best interest. Then we had Patrick the PM, arrived for site inspection on time and courteous and explained the whole process. Then come the impressive installation team Luis, Alberto and Kevin. The 3 arrived on time and with smiles, just overall a great vibe from them. Luis walked me through the installation plan and gave a few choices taking into consideration aesthetics of the house and then got to work. 4 hours later, clean line, fine craftsmanship and symmetrical matching placement from last system is in place and ready to tangle with PG&E (attaching some photos) I really really can't recommend any higher to go with Clean Solar on your solar projects. Seamless is what you'll experience with them. Until next time Clean Solar!

I had a complicated battery install, to move circuits to a new main panel and install a Franklin…read morebattery and A Gate. I work in the power systems industry and had lots of technical questions and inputs on the design. My installer, Manny Rios, was deeply technical and knowledgeable about the systems he installed. When he didn't know the answer he knew where to get the information and didn't try to hand waive past the topic. We are still dealing with a few minor issues but I'm grateful for the attention to detail and ability to address my detailed concerns. Thanks!

I would have give 4.5 stars but there was no way to put so I settled on 4 stars…read more I wanted to get the panels installed last year and they promised to install it in 2025. They were great and on time. We had issues with city inspection twice and that's why I had to remove 1 star. Overall, they are great.

I rarely write a review for a company I did not have work done by. However in this particular case…read morethe mere phone interaction merits a shout out. I experienced a problem with my thermostat in my home a (no power to the unit), after having done the DIY troubleshooting (Breaker and GFI check) I was at my wits end. I did what I always do and checked YELP for reputable electricians in my area. I called and left a message with SV Electric. James called me back and after explaining my issue he suggested I contact an HVAC company since my issue related to air and heating, However prior to terminating the conversation he added that it sounded like a fuse issue since the thermostat ran on low voltage, he suggested I check that prior to having someone come out, for safety he added that I should cut the power prior to replacing the fuse if it was blown. Sure enough that was the issue and I resolved it in 15 minutes. This type of service is a throwback to eons ago when the customer came first and people took the time to help a customer even if they got no financial benefit from the transaction. No question that if I ever have any need for a electrician they will be my go to!!!!!!!

James has worked on a few electrical projects at my home (tesla wall charger and solar install)…read more He is incredibly professional, responsive, and knowledgable. I recommend reaching out to SV Electric for any detailed electrical projects.

JT Electric has over the past three years delivered consistently excellent service to our…read moreresidence. The service personnel are professional, work tirelessly and creatively to troubleshoot problems, and are always very polite. Highly recommend JT Electric.

This was after 5pm on a Sunday and it was a hot day here in Gilroy so our AC was on while watching…read moreTV when certain rooms in our house lost electricity. We tried the fuses but nothing was working so we did a Google search to find some local 24 electricians. After a few unsuccessful conversations with other electricians we tried JT and Dirk answered and instead of trying to charge us over $400 like some of the others, he actually asked some questions and walked me through fixing a tripped breaker. He was very patient with me and I was able to send a photo and he saw the problem quickly and had me fix it. He was knowledgeable, kind and patient with me during this difficult time. I now know who to call and use when an electrical issue comes up or when we need some additional electrical work on our property. He is local and was extremely helpful! It's nice to know there are some trustworthy business owners in our community. Thank you Dirk! I truly appreciate you and your time!! We owe you some BBQ!

I cancelled subscription in 2023 when I was trying to get my inverter replaced. No one ever…read morereturned call so disputed credit card charge. It is now 2025, and they are trying to charge my credit card in 2025. No one answers phone calls or responds to emails to owner, Greg S. Ridiculous way to conduct business.

EXACTLY THE SAME as Rachel W. and Scott W.'s reviews below! Roof replacement in mid-August meant we…read moreneeded the solar disconnected, removed, and reconstructed. Stable Solar was recommended by the roofing company (Berkeley, review to come). We had them out months in advance and Greg went on the roof and said everything would be easy. Signed a contract, put down a deposit. On the day set aside for removal: no show, no communication. This would be a pattern for the next four days, and then two of the days aft the re-roof was finished: no show, no communication. Moreover, despite assurances and having months to plan, they could not re-install the array on the angle it has been previously, and I have no idea what that means for my system over the course of the year. And yes, per other reviews they left trash and even their extension ladder behind for a week. Possibly the worst contractor I've dealt with in SF and I would sincerely advise looking elsewhere.

I had an excellent experience with Solar Sesame from start to finish. The entire process was smooth…read moreand well-organized, and the level of service truly stood out. Their team was very responsive and easy to communicate with--any questions I had were answered quickly and clearly, which made me feel confident every step of the way. The pricing was also very reasonable, especially considering the quality of work and attention to detail. Overall, I'm very happy with Solar Sesame. Great service, fair pricing, and truly outstanding customer support. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and professional solar company.

I desperately needed a roof on my house before the rainy season started. I also wanted to get…read moresolar because it was clear that energy prices are going to continue to rise and solar is the smart way to go in this climate. I also replaced my gas furnace with a heat pump, so our electric needs are significant. A new roof with complete tear off and new plywood is a big project. I started by getting a quote from Solar City but they weren't able to coordinate with a roofer. Their leasing agreement (aka PPA) also had some provisions that seemed pretty predatory. I don't remember if Solar Sesame cold called me or I called them, but I do remember that Marcel did a great job of explaining the process. I'm pretty knowledgeable about these kind of projects so I asked somre very detailed questions. When he wasn't able to answer them immediately, he didn't front, he just said he didn't know and called the office for better info. That's the best response. I was a little concerned that Solar Sesame used an outsourced the roofing to a vendor. But given the time constraints, that was a good decision. Also, the vendor they chose, Arts Roofing, was a joy to work with. They communicated well, and when there was a small problem, they handled it professionally and entirely to my satisfaction. The solar panels went up super fast and well. They system was generating power the as soon as the installers were done. Unfortunately, PGE took their sweet time getting the final inspection done. So PGE got some free kwh from the system. On the good side, we didn't start paying for the system until after PGE did the final turn on, so no problem for us. I monitor the system via the PGE site as well as the Tesla app. Those two systems match up perfectly so I am happy with the amount of power being created and sold back to PGE. Also, we had a short power outage in our neighborhood, and it didn't impact us at all. The only reason I knew about it was that PGE alerted us via text. I looked out my window and noticed that none of my neighbors had their lights on. Between Marcel (sales) and Mei (project management), I'm very happy with the end result and the process on this large residential project.

What an amazing experience we had with Craft Builders handling our kitchen remodel! Craft was…read morepunctual, professional, clean, communicative, flexible and thoughtful! It's hard to believe that this BEAUTIFUL kitchen belongs to us! Since we had burned by contractors for other jobs in the past, I did my due diligence. Craft was recommended to me by a friend, but I still checked with references and got honest feedback from their past clients. Fortunately, Craft delivered in every way. I would highly recommend them to others without ANY hesitation. Our project required architectural plans and structural engineering as we needed to remove walls. The timeline Craft gave us was adhered to and weekly communication kept us apprised of what work would be done each week. The crew was highly skilled, friendly, and clean. Since we were still living in the home during the remodel, we appreciated the crew's cleanliness and accommodations. Craft brought in expert craftsmen to build our cabinetry and fabricate our stone; both of whom were willing to customize our kitchen with unique touches specific to our requests. When questions arose, Chris and Jennifer addressed them immediately or patiently awaited our decisions. The two of them are a WINNING TEAM and were always willing to listen to our ideas and brought our dreams to fruition! They truly aim to please and care about their clients. It is a challenge to live without a kitchen (during construction), and knowing we were in good hands made it so much easier.

We are so grateful to have found Craft Builders for our bathroom. It was a small job for this…read morewonderful company but they graciously took this project on for us last year. We can't thank them enough! Chris and Jennifer are so friendly, professional, ethical and honest. They were patient and anything we weren't able to find or match, Jennifer was on it and got everything we needed to complete the project. They communicated weekly schedules and their crew was prompt, skilled, friendly, and always cleaned up at the end of each day. Chris and Jennifer are an outstanding team! We highly recommend Craft Builders and would definitely hire them again and would give them 10 stars if we could! THANK YOU Chris, Jennifer and team for doing this project for us!