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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.

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All of a sudden the panels at my mom's house stopped producing energy and I was in a pickle because…read morethe installer went bankrupt years ago. Because of the good experience I had with having Clean Solar install panels at my house I reached out to them to see if they would service panels installed by another, and thankfully they accepted the job. After some back and forth with their customer support, they remotely assessed that the inverter failed and they would install a new one for a reasonable price. Clean Solar employee Jose arrived early for the install and he was very polite and relatable. He replaced the inverter and did not leave until he made sure that the system was back up and running and production was being reported in the app. I recommend Clean Solar to anyone needing their panels serviced or to install a new system. Jose is an excellent employee and my mom had a great experience working with him.

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!

Your Energy Solutions

4.6

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I'm so impressed with the professionalism and kindness and thoroughness of the electrician who came…read moreout here to help set up our system. David the electrician is highly knowledgeable customer-oriented and incredibly personable!

Outstanding experience from start to finish!This company was highly professional throughout the…read moreentire process. They provided clear initial quotes and expertly guided me through all the next steps and the technical evaluation. The installation and setup were completely seamless. Their customer service team has been incredibly responsive and helpful with all of my follow-up questions.To top it all off, the system was fully operational a month sooner than expected! I highly recommend them to anyone looking to switch to solar.

Sunlight Electri-Cal Solutions

(83 reviews)

I recommend Sunlight Electrical Solutions…read more My home solar/battery system was having intermittent issues. The company that installed my solar had gone out of business. The owner of that business recommended Sunlight Electrical to fix my system. I spoke with Carlos at Sunlight. He sent out Isaac who seemed very capable. Isaac's assessment was that my system had multiple wiring issues and recommended a service that would require a larger team to complete. He explained why, and I concurred with Isaac's recommendation. Carlos scheduled a larger team to come out the next week. They were led by Jesus, who also seemed quite knowledgeable. Jesus and his team worked diligently for 4 hours. They found more wiring errors as Isaac has predicted. And they found a damaged Tesla MC2 unit on the roof which had cracked. After they completed their repairs, the system started operating better than it ever had before. I estimate that I am now getting an extra 10-15% more power from the solar panels. In addition to providing capable technicians, I really appreciate that Sunlight is so easy to work with. I asked several highly technical questions and always got thoughtful answers. If you want something done a specific way, just ask them. They have such a positive, customer oriented attitude that makes them a pleasure to deal with.

Exchanged the email w/ Juan Meza a few times. The initial enthusiasm quickly faded away. In the…read moreend, I chose somebody else.

Next Solar

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Last year I signed a contract with another solar company, but they couldn't complete the…read moreinstallation before the end of the year, so I missed the tax credit. The project was delayed because they required upgrading my main electrical panel from 100A to 200A, and PG&E process took too long. I eventually had to cancel the contract. This year EnergySage referred me to Next Solar, and I'm so glad they did! Their price was excellent: $24,600 for 18 solar panels and one Tesla battery, and they designed the system without requiring a main panel upgrade. The entire process was simple, smooth and fast. Installation was completed in just 6 weeks, and the final city inspection and permit were finished 2 weeks later. From start to finished, everything was done in only 8 weeks. Amazing service If you're considering solar, I highly recommend checking with Next Solar bebore making your decision

I had an excellent experience working with Next Solar from start to finish. Their professionalism…read morereally stood out, and the entire process was seamless and stress-free. They took the time to walk us through every step, making sure we understood our options and felt confident in our decisions. A special thank you to Rob, Maureen, and Luis for their outstanding support throughout the project. They went above and beyond to make sure we received the best discounts available and were incredibly proactive behind the scenes--handling permits, inspections, and all the necessary follow-ups without us having to worry. Their communication, attention to detail, and dedication to customer satisfaction truly made a difference. I highly recommend Next Solar to anyone considering solar installation--you'll be in great hands.

Solar Sesame

4.3

(120 reviews)

I couldn't be happier with my experience with Solar Sesame…read more My situation was a little more complicated than most because I already had an existing leased solar system under NEM 2 that I wanted to preserve. That meant my new system needed to be designed as a non-export system with battery storage. Before choosing Solar Sesame, I had already received three other quotes. My existing provider kept pushing another leased system where I'd continue paying per use. While it was cheaper than PG&E, it was significantly more expensive over the long run than owning the system myself. Another provider told me they couldn't fit enough panels on my roof to meet my energy needs and recommended much more expensive alternatives. A third provider quoted nearly 40% more than another installer for essentially the same system. Solar Sesame stood out immediately. They designed a system that fit all the panels I needed on my roof, met my energy goals, and came in at the best overall price. They also went above and beyond when the federal tax credit rules were changing. They were able to structure the project in a way that effectively preserved those benefits for me, which I really appreciated. Originally, I planned to install just one Tesla Powerwall. After doing more research, I decided I wanted two. I found a competitive online offer, and without any hassle, Solar Sesame matched it by adding the second battery at a heavily discounted price. That flexibility and willingness to work with me made a big impression. Throughout the entire project, the team was transparent, professional, and kept me informed every step of the way. There were a few delays, but they were all related to the PG&E process rather than Solar Sesame. Now that everything is up and running, I'm extremely happy with the system. The installation looks great, my electric bills have been dramatically reduced, and I feel confident I chose the right company. If you're shopping around for solar, I highly recommend talking with Solar Sesame. They earned my business by offering the best combination of value, expertise, transparency, and customer service.

Solar Sesame is a brokerage company, they don't install the panels; they work with another company…read morecalled GoodLeap that installs, maintain and owns the solar panels. There is a 3.59% increase annually to a flat rate fee and a connection fee with the quote. After 25 years of this contract, you can choose to buy the panels (by that time, the panels will be 25 years older), but if you'd like to keep the panels, it'll cost a todays estimate of 900-$1200 to maintain annually. When I did the calculations would $327 monthly for electricity. And even with the panels, there is a $15 connectivity fee to connect to the main grid aka PG&E. So the quote I got is unsustainable for what I'm trying to achieve; which is to be independent from PG&E. Because I used only about $30 of electricity and $15 gas, but have to pay $125 delivery fee from PG&E, and it's just gouging for no reason. And the solar sesame quote I got ended up more expensive in the long run than if I stayed with PG&E. I was referred to an actual government run solar panel installation company through a local state and federal program called Grid Alternatives and is looking forward to a quote from them. was told by a clean energy program that I may be able to get solar panels free of charge and get a electric panel upgrade at no charge if I qualify. After meeting with their rep; they were pressuring me to sign at the meeting. Very aggressive. The solar seasame rep said he has been with the company for 10 years; but solar seasame was established in 2021. Maybe I heard this wrong, but there were a lot of questions unanswered; and a lot of confusion on who and what is getting done. They also use the Tesla battery...which I don't want to support. Unfortunately I will not be going with Solar Sesame.

Absolute Electrical

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Jeff was very professional and provided a thorough assessment of my electrical. He was very…read morecourteous and knowledgeable. I would definitely contact again for future electrical help. Thanks!

Oustanding service!!! Our experience started with Sophia, the office manager. She's extremely…read moreprofessional, efficient and responded in a timely manner. Jessie, the electrician expertly resolved issues with our landscape lighting and our street post lighting. He arrived with a great smile and was courteous and professional. I highly recommend Absolute Electrical.

Nabu Energy

(139 reviews)

We had an excellent experience with Nabu Energy and would highly recommend them. Their customer…read moreservice and project management were outstanding from beginning to end. They guided us through every stage of the process, communicated clearly, and made what could have been a complicated project feel smooth and straightforward. Their pricing was competitive, and the quality of both the planning and installation was excellent. Kishan and Bushan were especially great to work with--responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to making sure everything went well. Nabu installed approximately 12 kW of solar capacity along with two Tesla Powerwall 3 units for our fully electric home. The system has been working beautifully, with all of our household electricity flowing through the Nabu-installed system. We are extremely happy with the finished project and grateful for how easy the Nabu team made the entire experience. Five stars without hesitation.

We had solar installed by Nabu Energy in late 2025 to take advantage of the 30% Federal tax credit…read more After getting quotes from several companies, Nabu Energy was clearly the best. The cost for both the 10.1 kW and 12.4 kW systems with two powerwalls each for two properties made complete sense even before applying the 30% tax credit. The tax credit is just a nice icing on the cake. The team was professional. The installation went smoothly. We've already seen the savings and long-term benefits. Can you say all you can run AC in the summer? If you're shopping for solar and want excellent value without any of the usual markups, we highly recommend Nabu. I'm happy to share I referred brother to install solar with Nabu. He was very reluctant, but eventually came around. He got his 10.1 kW system with two powerwalls installed earlier this year so he missed out on the 30% Federal tax credit. However, he's still very happy he did it. You simply cannot go wrong with Nabu Energy and its amazing pricing.

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(60 reviews)

I had another great experience working w/ Steve Pariani and Solar Pro. This is my second home…read moreworking with them - and he just makes the whole process so easy and seamless. Happy with the results and just the overall professionalism and attention to detail. Also, extremely responsive and the whole process took maybe a month ? Super fast .. The crew was great - and did a fine job of installing my 24 panels and battery back up system. Recommend highly and will use again as the need arises ..

We recently had Solar Pro Energy install solar on our home, and the experience was excellent from…read morestart to finish. They came highly recommended in our community, and we quickly saw why. Unlike other installers we contacted, they actually took the time to visit our home in person and work with the challenges of our hybrid flat and slanted roof. They were also flexible with our summer travel schedule, finding the right time to complete the installation without disrupting our plans. Throughout the process, they were punctual, hardworking, and handled all of the necessary approvals for San Francisco, which gave us real peace of mind. Steve and the team were outstanding--patient, responsive, and clear in their explanations of the system. They installed 22 panels with microinverters, plus a Franklin battery and Enphase monitoring, and everything has been working smoothly since day one. The best proof came just a week later, when a full-day neighborhood power outage didn't affect us at all--we had seamless backup power the entire time. The whole experience has been a solid success, and we're very happy to recommend Solar Pro Energy to anyone considering solar.

Handy Plumbing Man

(1.3k reviews)

Today we had a service call from Handy Plumbing Man. The technicians were Patricio Lozano and…read moreBrayen Duenas. They were both very professional, courteous and honest. I have used this company in the past for my plumbing needs and would highly recommend them

Hello Friends! I…read moreneeded the piping of our bathroom sink repaired, which I thought was going to be easy enough for me to do, but ultimately needed some genuine expertise (lol). Jose from Handy Plumbing Man just came by to finish the job for me and to take care of a broken pipe I had no idea how to fix! He was prompt, courteous, and professional and did a great job! I highly recommend Handy Plumbing Man for any plumbing needs. Thank you!!!

Signature Roofing

(174 reviews)

I highly recommend Signature Roofing for their excellent service and top-tier professionalism. The…read moreteam was incredibly responsive and maintained great communication from start to finish. They have a fantastic reputation in our neighborhood, having successfully completed projects for several of my neighbors.

Called Signature Roofing today hoping to get a leak repaired and was met with the nicest, most…read morehelpful woman on the phone. Turns out they only handle new roof installations, not repair work, but instead of just saying so and hanging up, she offered to text me a list of trusted roofers who do repairs (which she did right away!) That level of helpfulness is rare. I'll be recommending Signature Roofing to anyone I know who needs a new roof.

Mario's Plumbing And Drains

(356 reviews)

On Saturday morning, my wife noticed a dark spot on our ceiling that looked unusual. After taking a…read morecloser look, I realized it was wet--the upstairs toilet was leaking and water was coming through the ceiling. I called Mario's Plumbing and Drains, and they immediately scheduled a technician to arrive between 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Right at 12:00 p.m., Joshua arrived on time, quickly diagnosed the issue, installed a new wax ring, and repaired the toilet in about 30 minutes. Joshua was professional, courteous, and efficient. We truly appreciate the prompt service and quality work. Thank you for helping my family--we highly recommend Mario's Plumbing and Drains!

Outstanding service! Mario showed up for my plumbing emergency earlier than my appt on the same…read moreday. He got here quickly. My plumbing problem was coming from the public sewage main and not my property. Water was suddenly shooting upward out of my toilet everywhere. He did not charge me. His customer service was wonderful. Highly recommend his company.

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Keerthi Kiran K.

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1 month ago

I recently hired Aleksei from Solar Engineering to install a Tesla Wall Charger at my home in San Carlos, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From start to finish, Aleksei was professional, highly knowledgeable, and extremely responsive. When giving me the initial quote, he took the time to review photos of my panel and explain my options. Because I have an existing solar system and a 100A panel, he gave me distinct paths forward: a standard breaker setup or a dynamic load management solution using the Tesla remote meter to achieve full charging safely. His technical expertise was obvious, and he answered all my questions clearly. He handled the entire city permitting process smoothly. Even when there was a brief delay on the city licensing side, Aleksei proactively kept me updated and managed it quickly so we could stick close to our schedule. The actual installation was completed right on time and looks incredibly clean. It's clear Aleksei takes pride in his work and values customer service. If you are looking for an honest, expert, and thorough electrician for an EV charger installation in the Bay Area, I highly recommend Solar Engineering! read more

C C.

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8 months ago

I had a great experience working with Solar Engineering. Aleksei did an excellent job end to end and made the entire process very smooth. I barely needed to be involved, which I really appreciated. Upon inquery, Aleksei met us at the job site to check the roof structure and explain the different options in person. He clearly walked us through what would work best for our situation. From there, he managed the entire process professionally and efficiently. The pricing was competitive, communication was clear, and expectations were well set throughout. The work was done right from start to finish. Aleksei is great to work with, highly recommended! read more

RE M.

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2 years ago

Aleksei and his team did an outstanding job installing our Level 2 Tesla charger. From start to finish, they were incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and easy to work with. They answered all my questions before the job started. Then they arrived right on time, handled everything seamlessly, and the installation was done perfectly--no issues at all. It's clear they take pride in their work, and we couldn't be happier with the result. We'll absolutely be using them again for future EV and electrical needs and highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality service. read more

Man G.

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2 years ago

I can't agree more than other homeowners. Aleksei, I was lucky to work with you on my Solar Panel installation. You explained every single thing from A to Z and every question I had. No nonsense. Straight to the point. Yes, you are small business owner, your organization is not as big as Tesla Solar or Sun run. BUT you are a Small Mighty Business man who know what you are doing and treat your customer right, start to finish. I will have no doubt to refer my circle of friends or my clients in the future. 100% Best of luck and I will see you in near future for sure Ki C read more

Dan B.

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3 years ago

I had a fantastic experience working with Aleksei. His exceptional communication, problem-solving skills, and attention to details made the entire project a breeze. Aleksei worked diligently to find a solution that met my aesthetic constraints and integrated seamlessly with my existing equipment, taking the time to ensure compatibility with my battery/inverter system. He installed all the wiring and panels neatly and in an aesthetically pleasing manner. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of solar panel installation services. read more

Karteek Kumar M.

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7 months ago

I had a great experience working with Aleksei and Solar Engineering. Aleksei was extremely prompt with both his work and his communication. He stayed in touch from the very beginning, answered all of my questions, and developed a clear plan. He ordered the necessary parts and followed through with the installation as soon as they arrived. The entire process took less time than I anticipated and went very smoothly. I am very happy with the results and have had no issues since. I highly recommend Aleksei and Solar Engineering! read more

Jy B.

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2 years ago

I was looking for an electrician to install a Tesla home charger at my house, and among all the professionals I contacted, he truly stood out. His prompt and precise responses immediately gained my trust. He arrived right on time, clearly explained the entire process, and completed the installation flawlessly within the promised timeframe. I highly recommend him for his exceptional service and professionalism. read more

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Clean Solar

(478 reviews)

All of a sudden the panels at my mom's house stopped producing energy and I was in a pickle because…read morethe installer went bankrupt years ago. Because of the good experience I had with having Clean Solar install panels at my house I reached out to them to see if they would service panels installed by another, and thankfully they accepted the job. After some back and forth with their customer support, they remotely assessed that the inverter failed and they would install a new one for a reasonable price. Clean Solar employee Jose arrived early for the install and he was very polite and relatable. He replaced the inverter and did not leave until he made sure that the system was back up and running and production was being reported in the app. I recommend Clean Solar to anyone needing their panels serviced or to install a new system. Jose is an excellent employee and my mom had a great experience working with him.

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!

Infinium Solar Roofing and Electric

(115 reviews)

Excellent materials and great service. I save every day from the sunlight. We are very pleased.read more

Infinium installed a new hub and batteries for our solar system. The whole process from initial…read moreinspection, work proposal to installation was quick, professional, and efficient. Everyone at Infinium was courteous and knowledgeable. I recommend them for your solar needs.

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