eric Helgeson took the money and ran. He bailed on his customers and his employees. he installed…read moreour solar system and generac for backup. he did not provide information about generac maintenance so we did none. when the generator failed we discovered that there was no answer at his phone or email! We found another person to work on the system and discovered that because we had not done maintenance on the generac, our warranty was void! as a result we have spent a small fortune replacing our generator and linking it to our enphase system. I should note that our home is off-grid permanently. it's not a backup for when the power goes out. there is no electric grid in our community. do not do business with Eric Helgeson. Hes a con man, a crook and a thief!

We had this company install 32 solar panels and hook up the system which was around 9-10 years ago…read more We were VERY happy with this system and how it has operated over that time frame. About 1 year ago we noticed water leaking after the rain over one section of panels which an expert determined was happening where the solar panel mounts were attached. Several calls and texts have not been returned which is not normal for Eric and I am assuming they are no longer in business so BUYER BEWARE*****

I had a fantastic experience working with Kevin from GreenPower Solar. From start to finish, he was…read moreincredibly honest, transparent, and easy to work with. He took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all of my questions without pressure, and made sure I felt confident every step of the way. What really stood out was his communication--he was always responsive, kept me updated throughout the process, and followed through on everything he promised. It's rare to find someone who is both knowledgeable and genuinely cares about their customers, but Kevin absolutely delivers on both. I highly recommend Kevin and GreenPower Solar to anyone considering solar panels. You'll be in great hands!

I used GreeMpower to install solar panels in late 2025, and I am so happy with my decision. In…read moreOctober, after contacting more than 10 solar companies, Kevin (project manager) and GreeMpower were the only company who could guarantee installing my solar panels before the 2026 deadline. Not only did Kevin give me a great price on REC panels, but he managed to get my solar installed and operating ahead of schedule. I appreciated working with Kevin because he is straightforward, patient, honest, and great with communication. In fact, I had such a great experience with Kevin that I am now in the process of installing EV chargers with GreeMpower. I would highly recommend this company for anything related to solar.

We had several bids and accepted Maximum Solar for their bid. Excellent service, they went far…read moremore than expected. Very thorough, expectations more than expected. I would recommend Maximum Solar for any future projects. There isn't anything else that they could do to surprise me. Very enjoyable experience.

Very happy with Parco Solar. Charlie and his team was able…read moreto provide me a solar/battery solution that works with my existing solar system. Installation was quick and communication was top notch. Pricing was competitive.

Luckily, I was introduced to Charlie through a mutual friend, and I'm so glad I went with him. From…read morethe start, he walked me through the entire process and gave me clear options to choose from without pushing any particular agenda. Charlie kept me updated every step of the way, from sourcing parts to navigating the city permit process. We also had to upgrade our main electrical panel from 100A to 225A, and thanks to Charlie and his team's expertise, that went smoothly and stress-free. I highly recommend Charlie and the hardworking crew at Parco Solar. They made what could have been a complicated process feel easy and trustworthy.

Our system was installed in December of 2020. So, this review has some value in reviewing the…read moremulti-year relationship between the supplier (XERO) and the consumer (me). It is not straightforward to review solar companies because, well, these are big $ projects and I don't get solar installed every month or every year. So, this review does not compare Xero to other solar companies. I would be writing a fairytale if I were to review them, say, against Tesla. Having that cleared up, let me start the review. First come the sales people. Did they take the time to understand what my wife and I were really wanting our solar system to do for us? Did they propose a system that would meet our needs? George B. was 'our' sales person. He is still with Xero 6 years later, albeit in a larger role. This is a very positive sign. Before you sign with a solar company, ask about turnover and who your contact will be as the project progresses. Xero gave us 'one stop shopping' and that has real value. George fielded all our questions, informed us of status and kept us informed about anything that impacted our project (everything from municipal permits, Southern Edison approvals, project progress, to Solar rebates. Xero continues to be stable. We had one 'sales' meeting where George worked with us to configure a system and set up a timescale and pricing. One funny thing did happen that I should tell you about. George assumed we were looking for a minimum cost system that would lower our electric bill. We had to explain that what we wanted was a system that would give the maximum backup power (battery plus solar) in case the grid went down. That type of system would then also have the property of giving us there lowest SCE bill. Our final system was: 40 panels, 4 Tesla Powerwalls, and all the support infrastructure needed. The price was in line with expectations, so we signed up. The project moved quickly. XERO produced the plans that would be submitted to SCE and the City for permitting. They also created all the paperwork that was needed to take advantage of the government rebates. We were having our roof redone at the same time as we were replacing a much older solar system with the Xero system. George coordinated Xero's work to put hardware in place to hold the panels so the roofers could seal the hardware against leaks. The installation of the solar system went quickly and according to the original schedule. We were up and running 'on schedule'. We have had a few problems since the 2020 installation. One of the LG panels died. Xero replaced the panel, but we also learned that LG is getting out of the solar panel business. If other panels die Xero said they would 'take care of it'. I trust them. Then, one of the Tesla Powerwalls kept tripping the first breaker between it and the rest of the system. That turned out to be due to the screw that fixes a (large) wire to a breaker loosening. Xero repaired that immediately. Probably the most concerning failure we had was that the main breaker, the Backfeed Breaker, that connects the solar/Battery Backup system to the grid, melted and disconnected us from the grid. We were running on battery and solar only for a few days. The good news is that the system as implemented can deliver enough power to run our home and charge our car from the sun alone. One of the very senior Xero folks saw the 'call for service ticket' and rushed right over on a Sunday afternoon. Then one of their very senior engineers came out and diagnosed and repaired the damaged system. This failure was also caused by a screw that fixes a wire to the breaker loosening. The installation crew used calibrated torque wrenches to torque every screw to its specifications. So, faulty installation was not to be blamed. Heating/cooling can cause this type of failure as the wire and screw are subject to expansion and contraction. Overall, Xero is great company. They are stable, have excellent leadership, proudly stand behind their brand, they don't leave you 'hanging', they are easy to deal with, they've been in business for quite a long time, they have a stable workforce. I recommend them highly. "But", you say "aren't you concerned about the failures? Especially the 'loose set screw' issue." Short answer: NO. These failures are bound to happen in electrical equipment that carries large currents (have a chat with one of the AIs about this). There are many issues that can cause such failures: heating/cooling caused by large currents that are not steady; for example switching Powerwalls from charging to discharging. Both loose connections were in high current areas where current direction changed frequently. The solution to these problems is 'maintenance'. Xero now offers annual maintenance contracts which will prevent the type of failure we have seen. That is the theory. We shall see how this works out in practice over time.

I am so impressed with this company that I had to write a review of my experience. I had my Tesla…read morepowerwall installed about a year ago, but a few months back my energy bill from SCE began to skyrocket. I contacted SCE, but after wasting a lot of time with them, they said there was "nothing they could do." After this frustrating experience I contacted Xero Solar because I didn't know what else to do. I first spoke to Rhetta, who was extremely efficient and helpful. She bent over backwards to stay in touch with me and followed through to make sure my issues were addressed. Then, she got Tina (also) from Xero Solar, to contact SCE on my behalf. Much to my amazement, they were able to negotiate with SCE to refund me the overcharges that should never have been applied in the first place. Mind you, my Tesla power wall had been installed over a year ago, and I doubt any other solar installer would stand by its customer this way. Xero Solar came through for me when I needed it. I highly recommend them for any solar needs.

SunSolar did an excellent job of upgrading my 15 year old solar system. They were on time and…read morefinished all their commitments.

From the initial quote to the final inspection, SunSolar was professional, prompt, and honest. They…read moredidn't pressure or try to upsell me, but instead patiently talked me through all the options. When I made my decision, they took care of all the permits with the city and with Southern California Edison. We were ready to go within a matter of days. The install was painless, and the system was up and running before we knew it. Upon completion, the owner provided us with an app to track production and consumption in real time, so we can be sure everything is operating as it should. Unlike other companies, which apparently ghost you as soon as you've paid your money, SunSolar continues to reach out. They assured me that they're with us for the lifetime of the system, and everything so far bears that out. It's been a fantastic experience all around. There's a reason SunSolar's Yelp reviews are so high: they do everything they can to earn them! If you're thinking about solar, spare yourself the grief, agony, and distress that you read about in reviews of other companies. Go with the company that has proven itself, day-in and day-out, for over a decade.

I went solar with Barnes Solar, Inc. in 2021. My contract promised a 25-year service warranty and…read more25-year workmanship warranty, covering both parts and labor. The contract clearly says service calls and repairs will be handled at no charge. After Barnes was sold, bought by "LA Solar Group", two of my Enphase inverters failed. The manufacturer provided the replacement part, with the help of "LA solar Group", but the new company "LA Solar Group" refused to cover the labor, even though my contract says otherwise. They told me they would not grant "Barnes Solar, Inc." warranties and labor wasn't included -- which is simply false. A cost of $650.- for the visit. This leaves customers like me stuck with bills for repairs that should be covered for decades. It seems the new company "La Solar Group" took over Barnes's customers but not the warranty obligations. If you bought from Barnes Solar, know that your 25-year warranty may not actually be honored. I'll be possibly filing complaints with the CSLB and considering small claims to enforce my rights. If you happen to have the same issue please contact me. Very disappointing experience and a warning to others considering long-term solar warranties.

Update- I have resolved my issue regarding Service Warranty with LA Solar. They have made me a LA…read moreSolar Customer. I have had a SolarEdge EV Charger commissioned by LA Solar. And, they are currently trying to resolve a strange issue with the SolarEdge Monitoring Platform. Johnathan (LA Solar Service Tech) is exceptional.

EXCELLENT customer service! Beth and her team go above and beyond to help try and solve whatever…read moreissue you may be having. They helped me trouble shoot my issue over the phone. They are very honest, friendly and knowledgeable at what they do.

Warning: This company does not stand behind their warranty…read more One of the reasons that we decided to go with Solar Source was their 10 year warranty that was promised with their system. $25,000 is a big investment and we knew that we didn't want to have to shell out more money if one of the pieces of equipment failed, as I had heard was a problem from other solar customers. We've had our solar system for about 6 years now and have been generally happy up until a few months ago when, of course, one of the pieces of electronic equipment failed. We contacted Solar Source and they sent out a technician who checked our Envoy computer and deemed it defective. He then explained that this particular unit has been problematic and that the component was only warrantied by the manufacturer for 5 years. In the end, Solar Source required us to spend an additional $650 on the new equipment and an additional $250 to install. When the new component arrived at our house I called them to schedule the installation and was told that they would call me back to schedule. They never called me back. I ended up installing it myself, which consisted of screwing in four wires and calling the manufacturer to get it activated so at least didn't need to pay them for the installation. All in all not a great experience with a company that I initially chose because of their warranty.