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.

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 got multiple bids on re-roofing my home and Home Pro Roofing was by far the most professional…read morecompany. The other companies were less responsive and it took multiple tries to get a contract that reflected my needs. They started work within a couple of weeks of signing the contract and the crew that installed the roof was excellent. They were respectful of property and cleaned up the worksite at the end of each work day. The roof looks great and I would highly recommend Home Pro roofing. Their bid was competitive. Great value,

Had to replace our aging roof recently. While cost was an important consideration we also wanted it…read morefixed right. After getting estimates from a variety of roofing contractors we were most impressed with Home Pro (https://homeproca.com/), who detailed the repairs and provided a competitive estimate. They did an excellent job, tearing off three layers of roof, laying down a OSB foundation, installing a synthetic moisture barrier, replacing the vents, installing the shingles, and handling the license and inspections. An excellent smooth experience with a quality result. Highly recommend.

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.

We absolutely loved the work that shade power did for our solar pergola. They are incredibly…read moreprofessional and communicative and not only that, they use the highest quality materials. They promptly processed all permits for us with the city, plus always informed me for any documentation that needed to get signed for PGE. We love love Chadwick and Jen and would recommend them 10000% to anyone who is looking to upgrade to solar on their pergola.

Chadwick and Jen were amazing to work with, and the pergola is a work of art. Communication and…read moreattention to detail were top notch. I would hire them for every project if I could.

It started off pretty well -- team was communicative and very fast at scheduling the installation…read moreand inspections. HOWEVER, when it came time to connect to PG&E they took months. I emailed for updates and was ignored sometimes. Eventually I called PG&E myself and found that they never submitted the paperwork, despite earlier updates from them saying that they did. After I told them this they finally submitted the paperwork and PG&E approved in about 1 week. Because of their delay and ignored communications, I missed out on receiving PG&E solar credits in the summer months when the system produced the most. Now I barely get any credit (on the order of a few cents each month despite minimal electricity usage in the house) which makes me question whether solar and this ordeal was worth it.

Installed new solar panels on my home last year. They were responsive to answering my questions…read morewhile planning the project and during the whole process. My solar system has worked flawlessly in the last year, with no issues. I'm enjoying the lower PG&E bills!

Awesome experience with Nabu energy in getting solar and battery system installed. Team was very…read moreprofessional from get go. Installation was high quality and lowest in cost compared to other quotes. Highly recommend going with them for any solar installation.

Nabu Energy did a great job installing solar panels and powerwall battery. Handled all necessary…read morepermits and paperwork for the city and PG&E.

I started shopping for solar with Tesla. They were not flexible with custom requests after system…read moredesign. I chose Cobalt Power Systems instead. I contracted them for a 12.78 kW solar array and two Tesla Powerwalls. Cobalt completed the project on time and exactly per the contract. The installation crew was excellent. I chose Cobalt for their flexibility on panel and Powerwall placement. I also liked the equipment they provided. They used 30 Maxeon Solar Technologies panels. These panels are superior. They carry an industry-leading 40-year product and performance warranty. This warranty is significantly longer than the typical 25-year standard. I paid a premium price for this quality. The system designer made great recommendations on the size of my array and using Powerwalls versus expansion packs. My main issue was communication. It was difficult to reach the Project Manager regarding the installation start date and follow-up questions. Once contact was established, they provided the needed information quickly. I recommend them for their professional designer, installation team, and quality equipment. Be prepared for slow communication from the Project Manager about the start date. Overall, the system was completed professionally and on time.

A final update: We are nearing the end of our "solar journey" after a few final hiccups, but I…read morethink I can stick a fork in this review. Cobalt managed to install the panels and batteries in a single day (12/13), hitting the critical year-end tax credit deadline. While I was told they were juggling 14 jobs that day, the "all-hands-on-deck" effort was impressive. However, I wasn't told until afterward that it would take another 5-7 weeks for PG&E to replace the meter collar (the "BUS install"). Since this is a prerequisite for PowerWall 3 systems to feed power back into the panel, my system sat in standby mode for over a month waiting for a five-minute PG&E visit. While the utility's timeline is outside Cobalt's control, it did take the wind out of my sails, so to speak. Regarding the pre-install process, the experience shifted once I voiced "strong concerns" via a Yelp review and my sales rep. Following that, I received true white-glove service; dates stopped slipping, and check-ins became frequent. This proved critical when my PowerWall 3 failed and required an RMA just before the PG&E visit. To Cobalt's credit, they handled the replacement swiftly, finishing with literally hours to spare before the PG&E tech arrived. In summary, Cobalt performed as well as could be expected given the 2025 constraints--specifically the inventory shortages and the installation rush triggered by expiring tax credits. The on-site work itself has been top-notch; the workmanship is clean and the field staff were professional. However, internal communication needs an overhaul. I only achieved a reasonable level of responsiveness after capturing the attention of the CEO and COO. Furthermore, there are simply too many points of contact, which requires the customer to guess who handles what. In hindsight, I'd recommend keeping a direct line to your salesperson; working solely through the overworked project managers was often an exercise in frustration, as emails and calls frequently went unanswered. Once you connect with the right people, the service is excellent. After my installation, I was placed in the hands of Alex H., a Field Technician Manager. He acted as the "closing pitcher"--responsive, communicative, and dedicated to seeing the final details through to completion.

Excellent service from a to z. Highly recommend Tim and his team to do a wonderful jobread more

Great experience working with O'Sullivan Green Solar. Even…read morethough this was just a small maintenance project of an existing installation, the owner was really invested in achieving a perfect outcome. The company was flexible with scheduling, all work was accomplished perfectly, and the pricing was fair. I would not hesitate to work with O'Sullivan Green Solar on a large installation.

SunVault Solar made going solar incredibly easy. I wanted to beat the December 31, 2025 deadline to…read morequalify for the 30% federal rebate, and Sameer (owner/CEO) assured me they'd get everything done in time. Not only did SunVault finish the installation early--they even secured PTO from PG&E before Thanksgiving. Their team was professional, honest, and efficient from the first consultation through the final install. Because SunVault uses its own in‑house crew (no subcontractors), the whole process felt seamless. City permitting was quick and painless since everything was done to code and they're local to Fremont. Thank you Sameer, Krishna, Vishnu and Yogitha! The system looks great and runs flawlessly. If you're in Fremont (even greater Bay Area) and considering solar, SunVault is an outstanding choice.

Sameer and team are the best. They are very reliable. They completed the solar panel, battery…read moreinstallation and main panel/sub panel upgrades without any hassles. They managed all the permits and inspections very well. Sameer worked together to find solutions when I had main panel constraints. His entire team is very helpful. He has a solid team.