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SolarEdge app showing consumption of 0.72kW, with 0.22kW coming from the panels, 0.10kW from the grid and 0.40kW from the battery.
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We phoned Jason of Earthwise Energy on the indirect recommendation of a neighbor. Earthwise installed a 3.33kW system for us that included a 9.31 kWh battery for "resilience" in case of a PGE public safety power shutoff. We're glad that we phoned Earthwise and are happy with the work that Earthwise did for us. After our initial phone call, we received a 16-page prospectus from Eathwise that outlined the scope of the work and listed a price. Because of the recommendation that we received, we ok'ed the job without getting competitive bids. This was not the most conservative approach, to put it mildly. If you are thinking about solar for your house, I recommend that you speak with several contractors and get a few bids to see how prices fall. Jason told us that his prices are in the "middle of the pack" and that he does very high quality work. The work seems to be of high quality indeed, but I have no independent way to know whether or not we overpaid. The Earthwise prospectus was based on a "survey" of our house made with google maps and a detailed review of a year's worth of our PGE bills. Once we had a Zoom meeting with Jason and agreed that the work would be done, a technician came to look carefully at our roof and electrical panels. Following the technician's visit, Earthwise prepared a permit application that was submitted to our County. The most difficult part of the process was getting the County to approve our application -- this literally took months. Here is one place where Earthwise let us down to some extent: we had to keep emailing the County because Earthwise was too busy to do it for us. Our goal was to produce about as much electricity as we use, measured over the course of a year. Now that our system is online, we have a metering system with PGE that will bill us for our net usage (consumption minus production) once each year. My understanding is that if our net usage is zero, we pay pretty much nothing. If our net usage is positive, we pay for the difference between what we used and what we produced. If our net usage is negative (i.e., if we over-produce), PGE pays us pennies on the dollar for our contribution to the grid. This explains the motivation for our goal. If you have a lot of spare land and think that you can make money by installing a solar farm on your property, think again. At least at the moment, PGE doesn't want us to become bulk producers. A problem with this setup, from some points of view, is that PGE's big grid has been paid for by electric users in proportion to the amount of electricity that they buy. If you're a solar customer and are paying $0 while using the grid, you're getting something valuable for free. This is the same kind of argument that is leveled against owners of electric vehicles: they're using the roads like gasoline cars but aren't paying for the maintenance of the roads through gasoline taxes. So far, solar customers haven't been hit with new grid charges; moreover, proposals to institute charges have been written so as to exempt existing solar customers. However, it you're considering solar and haven't signed any contracts, you might want to see if the Legislature or Public Utilities Commission are scheming to dig into your pockets. To get back to the main story, we contacted Earthwise at the beginning of last summer (2020) with the intention of bringing our system online in time for California's fire season and the expected PGE shutoffs. The permit process much longer than we imagined. We didn't get our system installed until Election Day in November, and the final inspection from the County took place only in early December. It was a couple of days after the inspection that we were able to start PGE net electric metering and become fully vaccinated against public safety power shutoffs. In short, the process took about five months. If you would like to install a solar system at your place, leave lots of extra time for the unexpected. Seven months have passed since Election Day. The solar system (as well as the Federal Government) is working mostly as intended, despite a few strange glitches resulting from software updates to our monitoring system, which is provided by SolarEdge. Solar Edge, by the way, is the provider of the key components other than the battery and panels (which are by LG); these components include the "critical load center," the inverter and the optimizer. Conclusion: I definitely recommend Earthwise Energy but reiterate the suggestion that you do some homework before signing a contract. It would make sense to speak with some recent Earthwise customers and to visit their installations; this is in addition to the competitive bidding that I suggested before.

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Sono Marin Solar & Electric

Sono Marin Solar & Electric

(45 reviews)

We had backup battery systems installed at two different homes--one in Napa and one in Marin--and…read morehad an excellent experience working with SonoMarin Solar on both. The original solar systems were installed years ago by SolarCraft and Ambrose. When it came time to add a backup battery in Napa, we chose SonoMarin first. That project went so smoothly that we later asked them to install a battery on our older, more complex Marin system as well. Despite the added complexity, they handled both installations efficiently and got everything up and running without drama. Ayelet in the office deserves special mention. She provides near-instant responses to texts and emails, keeps everything moving, and somehow manages to coordinate all the moving parts with ease. If you've ever dealt with solar projects, you know how valuable that is. She had seemingly infinite patience for my never-ending questions, handling them with professionalism and speed. She also helped me apply for relevant rebates and helped interface with the nightmare that is PG&E, making it all look easy. The whole team jumped through hoops to get the system in before the tax break expired. SonoMarin is a small company, localled owned and run by the same people I originally worked with at SolarCraft on our first install years ago, which really shows in the level of care and accountability. Avner and Nick have built a great company. Pricing was competitive--frankly, all three bids we received were in the same range--but the execution and communication set them apart. I would recommend SonoMarin without hesitation.

Amazing in every way!Incredible service and great group of people who love what they do!!win//winread more

Piscatelli Roofing - Roof replacement in Glen Ellen

Piscatelli Roofing

(7 reviews)

Ari and Diana were great to work with and their crew did an amazing job. We were happy with the…read morespeed of the installation and the final product. The best part was the price - Ari's price was $20k - $30k less than the other options. What made the price even better, the initial offer was $20k -$30k better than the competitors, leaving no need to negotiate. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 stars was the pushing back of the scheduled installation date close to 3 months. Highly recommend and would use again.

During the past few years I've had the pleasure of working with Piscatelli Roofing and am extremely…read morehappy with the results. My experience with this company is nothing short of exceptional from start to finish. What initially drew me to them was the fact I met the owner, Ari, at a cafe and he was genuinely interested in my upcoming roofing project (especially with what I believed would be a challenging project). I was experiencing problems finding (and feeling confident with) a roofer who could handle the installation of a specific synthetic roofing material I wanted to use. It looks like slate but performs much better than slate and is made by Brava. Few other roofers even wanted to speak with me about it because it was out of their (common asphalt shingle) wheelhouse. After speaking with Ari and learning about his (and his family's) expertise in the roofing industry, I knew I had found the right person for the job. From the very beginning, Ari was professional, knowledgeable, and accommodating. He took the time to discuss the installation, material and timing with me, and he (and the Brava representatives) answered all of my questions thoroughly. What began as one roofing job, eventually turned into numerous jobs. Now that several different types of roofing jobs (from sloped to flat, from composite slate to synthetic coating, from galvanized to copper flashing) have been completed for me by Piscatelli Roofing, I can confidently say they do extremely good work that they can confidently stand behind. And (as a side comment) the advanced synthetic roofing material by Brava looks just like slate, but is much better. I am so pleased with the overall results, I would highly recommend Piscatelli to anyone who is in need of any roofing services whatsoever. I am grateful that I met Ari (and his family). His expertise, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction are truly unparalleled.

Foam Roof Solutions - New foam roof

Foam Roof Solutions

(13 reviews)

Our flat roof Eichler needed a solution, and we were extremely pleased with the Foam Roof and…read moreexperience we had with this company. We got multiple quotes for various reroofing options, and not only was this the best option for us, it was the fastest. In just 2 & a half days we had a beautiful new foam roof. Gus was extremely knowledgeable leading up to the project. All of my questions were answered promptly. The local team led by Alex J was extremely professional. They did a nice job protecting our neighbors from overspray, fixed some soffit rot, and expertly sloped the foam into a better drainage pattern. One of the things we were looking to achieve was a decrease in temperature during hot months. The week they finished was 95 F and it was noticeably 15 degrees cooler inside than prior to the foam. Unreal. We had them replace three skylights, and while there was a blip in getting them ordered, Alex made it right. Installed quickly and made a huge difference in the light inside the home. I can't speak to durability as this is the first year, but we're off to a great start. Thanks!

When it came time to look into getting a new roof, I got estimates from 6 other companies. Many of…read morethose companies had long sale pitches, were completely out of our price range or had a very limited warranty. My last call was to Gus at Foam Roof Solutions after another roofing company had suggested them, and I am so glad I called. Gus was informative, clear and not trying to waste my time with a sales pitch. We decided that a foam roof was going to be a perfect solution to the issues we were having with our flat, tar and gravel roof. Alex and his crew did a great job on our roof. They were kind, professional and did the work quickly. We INSTANTLY felt the difference in temperature in our house once the foam roof was complete. I wish I would have done this years ago because it has made such a difference with the heating and cooling in our house. Thank you so much Gus, Alex and crew!

B Henry's Quality Electric - We are at Your Service

B Henry's Quality Electric

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We have had B. Henry's out twice now and will be scheduling a third service in a couple of weeks! I…read morereally appreciate their professionalism when it comes to being upfront about costs. They gave us a sliding scale depending on labor for specific jobs. When they invoiced us, they included receipts for parts... this is something that we rarely see but it creates a sense of trust and honesty. There are no surprises. Our first job was a lesser, more simple, job-we had at few sockets replaced one of which was a very loose socket that we were concerned about arcing. The second job was more extensive as there were several "needs" in one day. They replaced overhead light fixtures (3 of them), replaced an old and VERY outdated (probably from when our house was built over 35 years ago!) smoke/fire alarm, and installed bedside wall mounted lights. They are GORGEOUS!! On their third visit soon, we will have heated flooring in our master bedroom installed. B. Henry's Quality Electric is the place to go for your electrical needs. The team is nothing but helpful, and professional. They are community oriented and are always there to help when you have an electrical need. It's nice to have an Electrician that you can trust especially when it gets to be overwhelming not knowing what needs to be fixed. We heard about them from word of mouth, and those people are ABSOLUTELY correct. Thank you Bill and your team... and we will see you again soon!

I asked for a few quotes on Yelp, and B Henry's was competitive. Based on the reviews, I reached…read moreout to them first. I'm so glad I did. First, I had a complicated schedule and they were very good about working it out with me. Second, the work they did was spot on. It was exactly as I had requested. The crew was polite, tidy, and very competent. Lastly, I had a small last minute addition. They were clear that they were booked solid and may not be able to do it in the allotted time. But they went out of their way to get the extra bit done. I don't know why anyone would hire another Electrician. If you're looking for one right now, do yourself a favor and book with B Henry's.

Sun First Solar

Sun First Solar

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SunFirst just completed the installation of a 10.5kW SunPower system on our Eichler in Terra Linda,…read moreand they really came through for us! To say that we have a "complicated situation" on our roof is an understatement. A recent remodel had resulted in tons of electrical conduit, HVAC ducting and fire suppression pipes criss-crossing the nearly-flat roof. Kim and her team were able to design their way around those challenges, and executed in record time! My experience working with their CEO, Kim, was efficient, direct and honest. The rest of her team was informative and helpful, going above and beyond expectations on multiple occurrences. Price-wise, they ended up coming out quite favorably too, compared to the two other installers I shopped them against. I would recommend that, if you're intending to pay cash for your system (or finance it through other means than their solar lenders), you be upfront with them to start with, since hidden fees from the solar lenders can start raising the price of a system, a practice that the installers apparently contractually aren't allowed to talk about. This is probably a general rule, as opposed to being something specific to Sun First. Overall, a 5-star experience, and we're so excited to be running our home off of the power of the sun!

Sun First was outstanding with my solar system installation which included 2 Tesla batteries. The…read morecrew worked efficiently installing 21 panels and exterior conduit with great workmanship and teamwork. Courteous and responsive to a few special requests. Armando and Jose followed up with the batteries, control panels, internal wiring and operating instructions. Their quality of work was excellent and their skills matched. A fairly complex configuration which required extraordinary physical efforts from Jose to access various crawl space locations. Armando's skills in electrical, plumbing, construction and solar engineering knowledge backed up by Jose instilled in me a high degree of confidence that the work is of the highest quality. Braden did a thorough and detailed presentation. Breelyn, Rey and Kim provided courteous and responsive office support. Sun First deserves 5 stars!

Sunlight Electri-Cal Solutions - Franklin certified

Sunlight Electri-Cal Solutions

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I can't say enough good things about Carlos Gomez from Sunlight Electri-Cal Solutions…read more I've been working on a non-standard solar setup using an EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra X and EcoFlow Smart Home Panel 3, and finding a contractor who truly understood this type of system was incredibly difficult. I spoke with many contractors, and almost all of them sent salespeople who gave generic answers or tried to push cookie-cutter solutions that clearly didn't fit my setup. Carlos was completely different. From the moment he arrived, it was clear he wasn't a salesperson -- he's an engineer, and it shows. He took the time to deeply understand my system, reviewed actual spec sheets on the spot, and immediately identified issues that other contractors completely missed. Multiple companies told me Hyundai panels would work fine. Carlos checked the amperage limits, applied proper safety margin calculations, and clearly explained why those panels would not work with my EcoFlow system -- saving me from a costly mistake. He also walked me through: Proper panel selection within voltage and amperage limits Safe string configurations and series wiring How to maximize roof space while staying within code Permitting requirements I hadn't been told about before On top of that, Carlos identified critical code and safety requirements that no one else mentioned: Bollards required in the garage to protect battery units Correct battery placement to maintain required clearance from doors and entrances Heat detector requirements for battery installations in a garage These are all things that would have caused inspection failures later -- and Carlos caught them immediately. He spent well over an hour with me, climbed onto my roof to check for obstructions, inspected battery placement, reviewed wiring paths, and answered every question in detail without ever rushing me. What truly sealed the deal was how efficient and transparent the pricing process was. Carlos was able to turn around a detailed quote very quickly, and when I received it, I was honestly surprised -- it was a significant amount lower than every other quote I received, even though his evaluation was by far the most thorough. Given everything: His technical expertise The level of detail and care The ability to integrate with my existing system The fast turnaround And the much better pricing Choosing Sunlight Electri-Cal Solutions was a complete no-brainer. Carlos is knowledgeable, meticulous, honest, and genuinely passionate about doing things the right way. After meeting him, I completely understand why this company has such strong Yelp reviews. If you're in the Bay Area and need electrical or solar work done the right way, especially for a non-standard or custom system, I highly recommend Carlos and the team at Sunlight Electri-Cal Solutions.

I actually first contacted Sunlight Electri-Cal very early on this year, in April. I had closed on…read morea new home but knew we would want to get solar installed. Juan was very responsive and came out to take a look at our home right away. What I loved about Juan and his team is they are NOT sales people, they're real engineers who are focused on solving your problems and meeting your needs. Juan and his team are true solar experts and know exactly what they are doing - they were great at walking me through key details I should know about the system, how to best take advantage of having a solar system, and did their best to get me scheduled (in spite of multiple difficulties) for installation before the end of the year. Just for context, I've talked to another solar company where clearly they were just about trying to close the deal and sell sell sell, which really turned me off - it felt like they just wanted our money as opposed to wanting to understand what we really needed. Juan's team really shined here by just showing up to be real experts who are thoughtful about what system you need, as opposed to trying to close a deal. Juan and his team were also really patient and flexible. Our new home's solar system had to be turned on before we could start any work, and that process took months due to Sunnova going bankrupt. And, they were also really thoughtful when we mentioned we had added in some upgrades that would affect electricity use (ie saunas and outdoor electric heaters), and they reassessed their initial project and updated it to accommodate that. I thoroughly enjoyed working with them and am really grateful that we got our project done so well!!

Simply Solar - Solar panel installation in Sonoma County

Simply Solar

(145 reviews)

I've had a great solar power installation experience with Simply Solar. SS's customer rep, David…read moreFrank, patiently answered a million questions in easy-to-understand terms. He found many savings and benefit enhancements along the way. In spite of the solar credit expiring at the end of 2025, David put together an HDM plan far superior to anything I found when getting competing quotes. It simply lowered the cost without complicating ownership or savings or adding any ongoing cost. Speaking of competing quotes, they beat everyone else. All together, I saved about $20,000 without undue complication. Production Manager Jack kept me fully informed along the way. He always responded promptly and clearly to every query. He scheduled and completed the solar installation much earlier than promised. The installers also travelled a long distance outside of their service area to do the job in the Sierra foothills. So, even if you think your home is outside of their service area as shown on Yelp, you might give them a call and see if they can do it. Installer Gio and his team were excellent. Our panels were going on a tile roof and I had concerns about the L brackets pulling up the tiles as they slide under the downhill side of tiles. They ground channels into each of the affected tiles for these brackets so that the roof is still as water tight as a duck's a**. Gio, the electrician and main contact on site was both smart, friendly and patient in explaining the details while the solar panels, Tesla PowerWall batteries and solar inverter were installed. I'm now using Tesla's app to monitor the whole system, which is working perfectly and is fascinating. I couldn't be happier. Thank you, Simply Solar!

DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH THEM. This company operates in bad faith and will bait-and-switch you. I…read moreWILL BE REPORTING THEM TO BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU TODAY. We originally chose them a few years ago because they offered free solar panel removal and reinstallation when we eventually needed a roof replacement. The initial install went fine, but trying to get them to honor their contract now has been a nightmare. Bait and Switch: They are suddenly demanding a $3,600 fee for the removal. Even their salesperson admitted this fee was not indicated in our main agreement from 2021, but is now picking apart vague fine print (outside of our contract) to justify it. We have sent the contract over multiple times and asked them to highlight the language where it specifies this charge. Unethical leadership: Leadership is aware of this $3,600 gap, but they don't want to back down. Terrible Customer Service: They are dragging their feet and refusing to coordinate with our roofer, who has been consistently asking for dates to remove the solar. Ignored Emergencies: We explicitly told them we have an active roof leak and asked them to prioritize the removal so we could fix our home. They did not care. Once they finish your initial install, they will abandon you and refuse to give you the time of day. I am reporting them to the Better Business Bureau. If you are looking for solar, be very wary and look elsewhere.

Earthwise Energy - solarinstallation - Updated May 2026

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