EXCELLENT customer service! Beth and her team go above and beyond to help try and solve whatever issue 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. read more

Warning: This company does not stand behind their warranty. 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. read more

We started our solar journey using SCE's service to match us with contractor--everything was going okay until they called and said we needed to move our electrical panel and do other work that added 50% to the cost of our project. They then threatened to sue us for not going forward with project. A friend referred Jarrod and Solar Source. Thank goodness! He came out went through our needs, including adding A/C after completion of the project. He presented our plan and we were under way. Because we live in Long Beach we were stalled for a looooonnnngggg time with their archaic permitting process, but Jarrod stayed in touch letting us know what was going on. Once he got the permit we worked out the schedule and Solar Source stuck to it. The workers were clean, polite and answered and and all questions. By clean, I mean everyday after they were finished everything picked up, swept up, and like new. We are thrilled with our solar, after one year of being in service, we know that Jarrod calculated the right number of panels we would need to run new HVAC system using electricity, so much so that after a year SCE owes us a couple hundred dollars. We have recommended Jarrod and Solar Source to friends and neighbors and will continue to do so. read more

It has been over two years since we had 24 solar panels installed at our home in Belmont Shore. Choosing Solar Source was one of the best decisions we could've ever made. I love the look of our home and did not want to "see" the solar panels from the street. We used to pay over $400 per month in the summer while running the air conditioning. Now, we pay approximately $100 per month. From the owner Jarrod to the staff that came to do the installation to Alex who came to troubleshoot a few things afterwards, everyone was responsive, professional and friendly. I have recommended Solar Source to several friends, all of whom have been very happy with the results. You will be too! read more

I just completed an installation with solar source at my home in orange county. After investigating several solar companies, Bryan at solar source was the MOST responsive and worked hard to figure out what was best for me and develop an affordable solution. There was no hard-core sales push like everybody else and I didn't feel like I was being pushed through some type of solar sales machine. I highly recommend these guys. They were friendly, the installers were clean, and I really feel like I got a great value versus anybody else! read more

It has been 5 years now since our 18 panel solar system install and it has held up very well, still producing more power than we need every day :-) Bryan and team did an excellent job on recommending the right hardware (panels, micro-inverters etc) and installing it beautifully on our rather steep roof. Little details like running the cables under the eves in a way where they don't impact the historic character of our house as well as providing a back-up generator hook-up at the same time were all part of a great experience. read more

Solar Source Inc. installed a solar energy system at my home in Mission Viejo. Prior to receiving a bid from Solar Source, I received bids on the job from three other companies, each of which applied hard pressure sales techniques, tried to sell me additional products and/or tried to talk me into leasing rather than buying my system. Bryan Amburgey from Solar Source was a breath of fresh air when it came to deciding on which company to go with. He was knowledgeable, personable and applied no pressure at all. He took the time to listen to my questions and then came up with a solution that met our needs. As an added bonus, he provided the most economical bid! Bryan remained my point of contact throughout the process and has maintained contact with me long after the system was activated to ensure I was satisfied with the service provided. I have nothing but high praise for Bryan and the Solar Source team and will continue to recommend their company to friends and family. read more

I sold my business to retire and had a big tax gain and needed a tax deduction so I decided to install panels for the tax credit. The job had to be finished before year end because I didn't need any tax credits the next year. I selected a large, highly rated solar company in my area to do the job. Solar Source was a little cheaper and seemed OK, so they were my second choice. But the big company, despite all their sophistication and fancy estimating technology was very slow in getting back to me about what was and wasn't required in terms of permits, was trenching necessary or not, etc. They kept dropping the ball. There were so many people to deal with and it seemed like they didn't communicate with each other. Jarrod, the owner of Solar Source, however, was very experienced with all aspects of solar. He told me he started out as an installer and worked his way up doing it all. Jarrod was able to answer all my very detailed technical questions right off the bat. Time was running out and the big company kept dropping the ball so I finally decided I couldn't trust them to get it done in time and went with Solar Source. I was still stuck on the idea that they were second best, but as it turned out, the big company was wrong on a key part of the process, telling me I wouldn't be able to get permits for installing panels on my detached garage. That allowed me to use a cheaper panel and more than make up for it with more panels. Now I have enough panels to cover all my home needs and my EV too. Even though I had waited too late in the year, they rushed the job through, doing a great installation in record time. They listened well and accommodated all my special requests, not an easy task as I am very picky! They had a very "can do" attitude. I highly recommend Solar Source! read more

Got a great system installed by these guys for a very reasonable price. Very clean install, and the guys were very professional. I worked with Mike Tockstein, who kept me apprised of every stage in the process. I can't recommend this company enough. They took care of me, and I'm going to be benefitting from this transaction for the next 40 or 50 years. Thanks Solar Source. PS. Do your research and find a way to purchase the system. Google "solar leases scaring buyers." The average lease will cost the homeowner 3x what a purchase will at the 20 year mark. I paid only $500 down and don't even have to pay for another 11 months through the Hero program. Until then I have a system that will be taking care of 113% of my usage. No brainer read more

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Revised on 7-20-16: I will continues to update all correspondence so it is visible to all who read my experience I have been called repeatedly by a number that claims to be associated with this company. That number is 415-520-7631. Ironically, when I have tried to call this person back it is a number that can't be reached at this time. Each time I speak to them I politely ask to be removed from the list, with no avail. I did confirm with this person that they were associated with solarsourcepower.com. When I asked for the address of this company, he said he would give it to me after I answered more of his questions. His questions were really his continuation of trying to sell me his services (don't really care if there are out of pocket costs or not). I expressed to him that I have asked multiple times to be removed from his list, yet he still continued on with his pitch. He did notify me that the call was being recorded so hopefully it will be reviewed. Jarrod O (Manager) sent this response: Jarrod O.'s comment on your review: We do not tele-market or hire telemarketers to market our company. You are leaving a 1 Star review with the wrong company. The call you received was absolutely not anyone affiliated or contracted by Solar Source Inc. of Long Beach, CA. To which I replied the following: Sorry Jarrod, but I do know exactly who called me because I made it a point to ask the name of the person and the company (both provided above). I honestly have zero interest in solar and have no idea how companies like this (and all the others it seems for that matter) can continue to call people after they have requested to be removed from your list regardless of technically who is calling me. Instead of trying to ignore the situation, I would suggest tracking down Bryan at that number and figure out who he works for, because he is the one giving you a bad name. I am just sharing an honest experience. If you can provide proof that you have tracked down who Bryan really is and who he is working for, I will remove my rating....or you can admit that your company (just like all the solar companies) gets phone numbers from some list and just aren't good at removing people when they ask. Jarrod O's response: Update 7/20/2016 We just noticed that you have posted similar reviews on other solar companies review pages. It's unfortunate that you would use Yelp! in this way. We are a local Long Beach solar contractor and take pride in our reputation and the products and services we bring to our community. We do not and have not participated in this form of marketing, your review of us is 100% false and unfounded. My response: Jarrod, you are correct about one thing...I have decided that since I have had multiple solar companies continually call me, including PG&E themselves and your company, I would try a different approach than politely asking to be removed from your list, since that doesn't work. I am using Yelp for EXACTLY what it is intended..to share experiences with companies, both good and bad. Funny enough, as soon as I post my experience on Yelp, I get responses, otherwise, nothing changes. You claim that I am 100% false in my claims. I will provide 2 ways to prove that I am not lying: 1. You tell me how you contact potential customers. When i asked Bryan, he would not tell me how your company got my number. 2. I will be glad to bring my phone bills, in person, to your office and we can together call Bryan from your company and figure out what is going on. Is that at 4801 East Anaheim Blvd. in Long Beach? Think about it...I have no interest in solar and wish I would stop getting calls...why would I go out of my way to post "false" claims? read more

The fear of the unknown kept me from getting solar for a long time. I finally made the jump after seeing a good friend of mine had solar on his house. My representative, Mike, was great. He was very hands-on with everything and walked me through the process step by step. Being an LADWP customer, there were a few more hoops to jump through, but we did it and got the switch turned to Solar. I am now 2 bills in with my solar panels and I have paid the forced minimum charge of $22 per bill for my 1st 2 bills. I'm looking forward to my next $22 electrical bill. If the cost of the unit is scaring you (I purchased my panels), ask Mike to help put you in the hands of a great solar financing company for your purchase. I recommend purchasing the unit (when you purchase the panels, you are putting equity in the house). If you lease the panels, you're putting money into their pockets instead of your equity. Act quickly because there are rumors of the solar rebate being non-existent after 2016 taxes. If you are contemplating getting solar, do not wait. If you want to see my bill, send me an email and I'll send it to you. read more

Going solar can be a nerve recking experience. Brian was awesome he was never pushy nor trying to push you into making a purchase. He was patient and explained every process and took the time to answer all the questions I had. The installation team was great also. They explained the process and took the time to listen to our needs. In addition they took there time and ensuring all was done right. They also allowed my to give them some guidance as i really wanted very little conduit showing especially the front of the house. Overall the experience was great and we are very happy with how our install came out. It looks very clean and low key. I would recommend Solar Source to anyone whom is interested in going solar. It was good dealing with a local company and not have to deal with all the big corporate companies whom do not offer what Solar Source does. You will not regret going with Solar Source. read more

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From beginning to end our experience with Solar Source was fast and hassle free. Jarrod is so knowledgeable. The people that were here doing the installation were super friendly and diligent. We were up and running within 2 weeks (and that was working around rain). They took care of all the paperwork and just needed signature from us which was great. I would highly recommend them and have to family and friends looking to go solar!! read more

This is the best company to use for solar!!! Quality work for an excellent price! Most importantly the customer service was above and beyond what you would expect. Bryan has continued to come by and help out after installation with understanding solar energy, calculating our own usage and communicating with Edison. We highly recommend this company! read more

Correspondence with Bryan was nice and up front about the schedules and pricing. Alex the electrician arrived on time and was professional and courteous, explained and demonstrated how the new solar panel inverter worked and left no mess. Final invoice was as expected with no hidden fees. Overall a very good experience. I definitely would recommend using Solar Source. read more

I loved working with this company .they did everything they said they were going to do in a very timely manner. the price was great. it was installed in a couple of days, no problem. I didn't need to be home. anytime I had a question it was always answered ASAP and I have nothing but good things to say. read more

Brian was very responsive and professional. His quote was detailed and explained everything. I had made earlier mistakes in my construction of a new house and, it turned out, I was too far along in the permitting process to change contractors. I wish I had thought to contact Solar Source at the beginning. I would have been much more satisfied with the results. read more

I will break down this review into two sections. First I will talk about how I chose Solar Source and then I will talk about the process of installation and the service that was provided. I was initially referred by coworkers about Solar Source. Before I took their advice, I wanted to do more research on my own before going with them. I got proposals from both Solar City (now Tesla) and Sunrun (through Costco). Both are good companies but I decided to go with Solar Source. Solar city seemed like it was good but I didn't like that they limited you to 90% of your annual power usage. I also didn't like that the person I spoke to was in Nevada and not a local rep. Sunrun did allow us to go up to 110% of our usage but they were much pricier and the perks that they offered did not appeal to me. After speaking with Solar City and Sunrun, I called up solar source and spoke with Bryan. He was the most responsive and helpful among the 3 companies. I remember Solar City took almost 2-3 days before they called me back to answer my questions, definitely not a good sign when they are trying to earn your business. Solar source actually specified the type of panels and inverters they used while Solar City didn't mention it at all. I had to dig a little more to find out the types of panels and inverters that Solar City and Sunrun used. As it turns out, solar source had superior panels and inverters. They are really trying to provide you the best solar equipment out there in the market. So I chose Solar Source because they had the best customer service, price and product. After I signed a contract with Solar Source, Bryan was still very helpful and responsive throughout the process. He made sure all my questions and concerns were addressed in a timely manner. Bryan also came out to our home to explain the entire process and was nice enough to work around our schedule. We were always in constant communication by phone, text and email. Once we signed an agreement, our panels came really quick and the work started very soon after Solar Source had received them. I had requested Bryan to get it done before the end of the year so that I can get the tax credit for 2016. As the installation was going on, Bryan made sure that the installation was done properly. He was very proactive in notifying us about locations of the panels, and how the wiring was going to be done. There was constant communication with between Bryan and I during the entire installation process. After the installation was done, it was pretty quick before we started receiving power from the panels and eventually permitted by SCE to operate. This process happened without us having to do any paper work. Our electric bills are now less than $5 a month. Overall, I am very happy with my decision to go with Solar Source and definitely recommend it to anyone is in interested in solar. read more

I have just completed an installation of 64 solar panels which was done turn key by Solar Source. I discovered this company from a friend who is a well known local architect well respected in our community. He had completed a similar installation and recommended them highly. My experience was no different than his. Everything about this project was handled professionally from the salesperson to the finance department to the actual installers. Bryan Amburgey, our salesperson, was knowledgeable, professional and accommodating. All of our questions were answered as he painlessly walked us through the process. The workers and electrician who did the actual installation were terrific. I am currently generating power that we are selling back to SCE. My monthly electric bill has gone from $1,000 to virtually nothing. As I am in the commercial lighting business and some of our products include solar lighting, the bar I set for this experience was high. My own engineers helped to guide me as to how to define excellence in a solar product installation. Solar Source exceeded all of my expectations. Nice job. read more

Thank you team Tesla, crew leader Jeremie. Along with crew Jose Medina , Leo,frank. Really came out and hooked up up fast and safely. Very customer friendly and professional thank you, thank you , thank you awesome job. read more

I went with Solar Source even though they are not in my local area. They had to drive over 4 hours to get to my area. I went with them since they gave me the best deal for my solar panels and introduced me to micro-invertor which other solar dealers here were not advertising. I had my panels installed over a year ago and I could not be happier. My electric bill is almost nothing! If I have any problems I just contact Byran and he responds very quickly. read more

Have now had 2 solar projects done with Solar source and very please with the work they have done. Beyond the work, they are honest and polite and not pushy in any way. They will give you all the information necessary so you can make an informed decision. I was pleased with my choice amongst all the options out there. read more

I had my solar panels installed October 2011 and I was then and I am still completely satisfied with everything Solar Source did from the quote, to the many questions, and eventually the installation. Since that time I have purchased an electric powered car, so I have contracted with them again to add more panels. I dealt primarily with Jarrod Osborne who I found to be the most honest and knowledgeable for all solar panels and equipment of all the 10 or so solar contractors I contacted. I can't imagine anyone going wrong by choosing Solar Source for their solar installation for service and especially price. read more

I was referred to this company by my contractor, LBBC. Unfortunately, they don't work on the type of elements we have but Brian was so sweet, did some research, and actually called me back with the name of someone who could. So rare to find someone so helpful. He saved me so much stress and made my day! Use this company if you can! read more

I was very pleased with the quality of the installation and the workers' responsiveness to our needs. The workmen described their planned approach, suggested options if needed, and addressed our concerns in every way. They are very bright, and were pleasant to deal with at all times. The installation is very attractive and fits well into the design of our home. Conduit was painted to blend in with the roof and shingle and I find the panels (29 panel installation) attractive. The site was kept clean during the day and was cleaned up at the end of each day. read more

I had Solar Source install a 16 panel system on my house last September 2015. I couldn't be happier with the system and my $3 monthly SCE bill (down from $130-160). So the $250 referral check that I got in the mail today as a result of one of my neighbors choosing them is just icing on the cake! I had commented on my positive experience with Mike Tockstein from Solar Source on our Neighborhood Website. Dealing with Mike was a no pressure experience- unlike the door to door shills that make inflated promises with no follow through. So many of my neighbors have had poor experiences with other solar companies with installation, service, broken promises and delays with their system being turned on (and SCE being blamed for the delays- not true). THIS company knows how to do it right- from the sales rep to the installers! So, Thank You again. read more

Had an excellent experience with Solar Source, especially Bryan. He was extremely knowledgeable about the landscape of solar products and reviewed our energy consumption requirements in detail. We received excellent service and would highly recommend Solar Source! read more

I had my system installed last month and so far I am really happy with it. I highly recommend Solar Source to everyone. I was recommended to Solar Source by a friend who had the system installed 3 years ago. They did an fabulous job. They were very flexible and worked according to my schedule. Also the installation was very clean and there isn't even a sign that they did anything extra to the building. I worked with Bryan, who was extremely knowledgeable, responsive and helpful throughout the whole process. read more

I've been really happy with Solar Source. I hired them to do installations at my home and at my business location. We've had a few hiccups with Edison in getting everything set up and Solar Source has been with me every step of the way in working to get things on track. I feel like Jarrod and his team are looking out for what's best for me and that I can count on the company down the road if I need their help. I would highly recommend them for both residential and commercial installs. read more

Solar Source did a fantastic job from beginning to end! We are extremely happy with this company and especially Bryan, who followed through with us to the end. So Cal Edison is not the easiest company to deal with but Bryan persevered on our behalf until we finally got our solar approval with them. I would highly recommend Solar Source to all I know. read more

I've had my system for about 1.5 years and it has been great. I recommend Solar Source to everyone. They did an outstanding job and used very high quality components that required the minimum possible changes to the building. By contrast, a friend had an installation done at the same time with another major company and they had huge components requiring much more wiring and an unsightly installation. I worked with Jarrod, who was extremely knowledgeable, responsive and helpful throughout the process. read more

LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! These guys and my new solar system!! We worked with Mike T. He was super low pressure, but VERY knowledgeable. He helped us throughout the whole process of choosing the right system for us and wading through the financing options. The crew was ALWAYS professional, on-time, and neat. No big messes. No big hassles. Any questions or special requests were promptly responded to. The end result was that my electricity bill was never below $250 and got as high as $450 (big house, electric dryer, A/C, etc) in the summer months. **OUCH!!** My first bill post-install was $119 during the month of November when we had limited day light. An instant savings of $130!! I can't wait for our Spring-Fall billings. :) Thanks Solar Source...............You guys rock!! read more

I've got nothing but good things to say about Solar Source. After taking a couple of other quotes for solar, including one from Peterson Dean, which was quite expensive, I decided to call a local provider in Long Beach, Solar Source. The Solar Source rep, Bryan came out right away and spent a good long while with me explaining the various options and the difference in having DC lines with a single converter vs having micro-invertors to convert power to AC on each panel. Bryan was also able to shop around for various panels and manufactures to give me the best options for how many panels we wanted up on our roof and how much each could generate. Solar Source was able to give me a great price on some 325 Watt panels that were comparable in price to 275 watt panels from other manufactures, which definitely gave me more watts for the buck and a couple fewer panels for a better looking array up top. Solar Source was even kind enough to install some protective barriers, which I purchased. The timeline was good and the workers knocked out the job in a very professional manner and on time. I would highly recommend Solar Source if you're considering getting solar. read more

Got the solar system installed at a very competitive price. Bryan did not use any high pressure sales tactics, he was very timely in providing me thorough information through every step of the process. The best thing was that after changing over to net metering, I paid less than $2 for a $200 Southern California Edison bill. They also give you a monitoring device that tells you how much power your house is generating as well as a web app that provides reports to show how much power your system is generating each day. read more

Jarrod and his team at Solar Source are true professionals! Each one of them are incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to answer every question we had prior to installation; from location of the panels to next steps with city inspections and permits, they made us feel confident in our decision. My husband and I had just brought home our newborn son two weeks before installation and the Solar Source team was mindful about the noise that would take place. They kept me updated throughout the day and before they started work they would give me a heads up so I could take my baby out of the house or into another room. I appreciated how thoughtful they were about the impact installation would have on my family. We used the HERO Program to add solar to our home and Jarrod took us through the process with ease. He knows his stuff when it comes to rebates, taxes, and overall processes associated with using a government-based program. It was a breeze, and the cost was very competitive! I would recommend Solar Source to anyone looking for a truly professional company for both residential and commercial solar installation. They are simply the best! read more

I installed a 16-panel system two years ago on my home in Belmont Heights. I had been paying more than $300 a month in summer for electricity, because I ran A/C continuously. Last year my electric bill was $400 for the YEAR. Solar Source did a great job on the installation and coordinated seamlessly with the roofer on the prep work that needed to be done. I recently sold my home, and the solar system that I OWNED free and clear was a huge selling point. If you are considering leasing, forget it! I talked to a company about that and figured out it was a rip-off. Invest in your home with a reputable firm like Solar Source and it will pay off within a few years. read more

We are in the process of buying a home in Naples that has a 10 year old solar system. In searching for a company who could help with reviewing the system I found Bryan at Solar Source. He had a technician stop by the house the day after we talked, sent me photo's of their inspection results and his opinion of the system integrity. I couldn't be happier with the response time and communication. Great company! read more

We recently had 22 315 watt panels installed through Solar Source. We contracted with Mike and he was patient and answered all our questions. The group that handled the install was efficient and very professional,and Cleaned up after each day. We were kept up to date on every thing that was going on ,and they obtained the permit,was here for the city inspector as well as the paper work for our electric company. We could not be more pleased with the whole process and look forward to our future electric bills being debits instead of credits. Would definitely refer this company ! Christine G. read more

Was a great experience working with Jarrod and his team at Solar Source. Got a great deal, was taken care of all the way through the process. I had a lot of questions and concerns and Jarrod and his team were very, very responsive and answered all my questions ( even the dumb ones). Would recommend them in a heart beat. I checked out many companies before using Solar Source. The experience was great with Solar Source. read more

I received about 6 bids for solar installation at our home in Laguna Hills. We opted to replace our roof at the same time we installed the solar and our wonderful roofer (Jay at Pacific Crest Roofing) referred me to two solar companies, including Solar Source. Ultimately, we decided on Solar Source because the representative Bryan Amburgey was the only one who actually came to my home to meet with me and personally explain how solar systems work and to discuss the options for our home. He was so knowledgeable and personable, and Solar Source provided one of the best prices. During installation, they coordinated well with the roofer. The Operations Manager at Solar Source, Matt, was an excellent and proactive communicator who kept in touch throughout the process and made sure everything was kept on track with inspections, power company, etc. Bryan followed up with us after completion to go over the software and to make sure we understood our new system. We are completely satisfied with Solar Source and very comfortable in recommending them to friends and neighbors. read more