We didn't end up selecting Stada Energy, but I still want to recognize how professional and responsive they were--especially Leif. He was incredibly proactive, always texting updates so I didn't have to chase anyone down. He had the same diagnosis of our battery issues as the company we ultimately went with, and his pricing was right in line. Leif was thorough, transparent, and clearly committed to doing things the right way. Even after I let him know we had committed to another company for immediate help, he remained professional and respectful throughout. That kind of integrity really stood out. Honestly, I really wished there was a way to have Stada work alongside the other contractor--like a co-listing in real estate. It would've been great to have Leif on the job. If you're looking for a solar company that communicates clearly, respects your time, and knows what they're doing, Stada Energy is absolutely worth talking to. read more

Leif and Michelle couldn't have been more responsive, thorough, and friendly. They came out on their day off to survey my site for a solar system and while they were there, helped me better understand my new property. Stada Energy is a small, local business with fair prices and friendly faces. I recommend them for your next desert solar job. read more

Fantastic analysis to consider different levels of investment. Leif was very knowledgeable and responsive. The install team was great and very neat. Installed 48 panels and inverters along with a Tesla Powerwall. The install was smooth and passed inspection without a hitch. I wouldn't trust your install with ANY other provider!! read more

From the first contact by mike, to the site visit by Leif, and then install - stada energy was great to work with! The communication was timely, and they really worked hard to maximize the best solar system within budget. Their price was the same or even better than the other bigger companies- and the service was better and much faster! They didn't try to upsell and really wanted to design the perfect system for us - and they did! Can't say enough good things about them and the company. Thank you - we are thrilled with our new system! Would highly recommend. read more

I hired Stada to install a EV charger in my garage. Leif was very helpful with his suggestions for best placement for the charger as well as his recommendation for which charger to purchase. Everything was completed on time and the work was very neat and tidy. All of the conduit was done in a way so that it is barely noticeable. I would definitely hire them again for any electrical needs that I may come up. read more

Stada Energy - Solar Installation Near Me - Palm Desert, California

Fantastic group of people from the initial visit and estimate to the actual installation. Very professional organization that has me pumping out around 100 KWH everyday! Time will tell how that relates to my bill at the end of the year, just got to say I am extremely pleased with their guidance and performanc! read more

First off I would like to give a BIG THANKS to Leif and his team. They are First rate and very Professional. We could not be happier with the outstanding job they did installing our Solar power system. Their work is so meticulous and they went above and beyond by having the roof resealed after bracket installation, patched and painted around the areas in our garage where they were working And, painted all the conduit outside, to match the color of our stucco. They also dealt with the headache of contacting the city, HOA and utilities company. We're so happy to have solar now and happier we went with Stada Energy. I would highly recommend them to anyone inquiring about solar. read more

We decided to go solar since we live in a place where it's always sunny. We looked at a few companies large and small and after meeting with Leif and his new start up company decided to go with him. Us having a start up of our own years back can relate. Leif gave us different options for solar panels which was nice. Lief also pointed out our pool pump as inefficient and was low hanging fruit for savings to switch to variable speed. It took a few weeks to get the permit and the install went smooth. Very clean work and professionally done. Stada Energy did a great job. Also we just had a lot of rain and no leaks! Big thanks to Leif and his team you guys rock! read more

I had recently chosen another solar company BUT Stada's rep, Michael Cordero, subsequently learned of my interest and contacted me. He spent well over an hour on the phone with me even though the sale was very unlikely to happen, just to share his amazing wealth of knowledge from at least ten (I think more) years in the solar industry. He came across with that sense of integrity and desire to help - for no compensation - that is all too rare. He also told me about their pricing (on a per watt basis - the only way to truly compare), and they are very reasonable compared to others in the Coachella Valley. Now I'm sorry I didn't call them back but I'd suggest that you do. read more

Honestly, I can DITTO all of the FIVE star reviews below... Leif and Michelle answered the phone when I first called...they came out to do a walk thru on the same day. I wanted a panel upgrade as well as a Tesla Wall connector installed on my home in Palm Desert. Additionally, they gave me an estimate on Solar. The work was completed according to schedule. Since I only live in the Desert part time, they kept me updated on all that was happening. And, Leif was kind enough to install the RING doorbell for me as well. Since I wasn't able to be here to see the final work, Leif sent me several photos. I couldn't believe how well the stucco repair and paint matching looked on the house around the panel...via the pictures. When I finally returned to the Desert, I was able to see it for myself...a PERFECT match...one would never know the stucco had been cut out around the old panel. Also, the panel is now SOLAR-READY. Leif and Michelle are very professional, responsive, and reliable. I am so grateful that I found them, and will use them for any and all future electrical needs. read more

Very fast good communication. Easy to work with by yelp messaging, email, and phone. Very professional and friendly. Came out quick and got the job done fast. Clean look to the tesla charger installation. Michelle and Lief were very fair and honest and surveyed the house electrical and determined the load on the fuse box, and gave a straight forward answer and prices of various options. read more

Leif was professional and very accommodating to my crazy ever changing schedule. He installed the garage charger for the Tesla. His work is excellent and he doesn't leave an ounce of dust behind. He has a very creative mind and could see how to place the conduit in a way that didn't standout but placed the charger where I wanted it (not the most convenient spot). Leif went the extra mile for me and that is always appreciated. read more

Very thorough so far! We have just been approved for installation and have all the permits in place. Michael, Lief and Michelle have all been on top of anything needed as soon as possible. I will update as my solar installation progresses but I'm excited and confident we chose them! read more

We used Stada as a recommendation from our contractor for a home we are remodeling in Morningside, Rancho Mirage. From start to finish it was the easiest construction project I have experienced. They did all the paper work (for a very strict HOA) and dealt with Edison. The install was on-time and barely noticeable. First class job all around. And the owners are on top of everything and easy to deal with. I have solar at our other home in Napa but Stada stands out by comparison. I highly recommend them if you like dealing with a locally owned small business that will go the extra mile for you! read more

I am a retired industrial contractor with over 40 years of very extensive experience in all aspects of construction operating three different successful companies over that time span. I contacted Strata Energy to service/troubleshoot/repair our existing DC solar system. Within a little over one day I was contacted by Mike who arranged a service call with Leif, the owner. I cannot overstate the absolute professionalism, knowledge, technical quality, friendly demeanor, and integrity of Strata Energy and Leif Soderlind, the owner. Their charges were very reasonable and the results were perfect. Strata Energy will be my "go to" solar expert in the Desert.....I cannot express in adequate terms my recommendation for this company. Very typical of a family owned enterprise in America!! Sincerely, Greg E read more

I wish I could put more than 5 stars.... Great service !!! friendly and right on time and very professional...... I highly recommend them for any of there services !!!!! Mike Barnblatt read more

We had solar panels put on our house by this excellent company. When I was calling around for bids the first thing that set them apart was Leif's knowledge - asking questions other companies didn't and then explaining why he was recommending # of panels, type of panels, batteries etc. He and Michelle did a site visit which confirmed our confidence in them. As we live in another state they handled EVERYTHING! ( including driving over when another contractor had left the garage door open!) They dealt with the city, the HOA, the utility companies. The job is perfect. Installation in garage is neat. Our electric bill is negligible and they monitor the panels. Leif and Michelle are co-owners and they have there heart and passion in what they do. They are both wonderful to work with. I would be happy to talk to anyone considering using them. Hands down our best decision so far contractors wise with our new home. This is getting a little over the top at this point but sincerely they are AMAZING! read more

From the first phone call with Michelle, I knew I was dealing with a company that was customer focused. Because our Tesla charging unit install was a bit more complex, Michelle and Leif came up with a plan that would facilitate our needs while maintaining the aesthetics of the home. They applied for permits through the city and kept us updated on the progress, which was very much appreciated. Leif was prompt to our appointment and put in a full days work (plus a follow up day) to get the job completed. He went above and beyond to blend the conduit into our home, paint and all! We are extremely satisfied with the installation and will be reaching out to Stada Energy should we have any future needs. read more

Leif and Michelle own this company and take so much pride in there work. We had them install an EV charger for us back in September of 2018 and were so impressed with the level of service and detail I asked Leif for a quote on the installation of solar panels on our roof. We went ahead and hired Stada Energy to install the 9.5KW system on our home over several other companies we interviewed. Our decision was absolutely correct. The same level of detail and care that they took on the EV charger was what we got from Lief and Michelle on our new solar panels. They took care of everything and I mean everything. From the design and engineering, the permitting with the city, working with the utility company paper work, hiring and over seeing roofers, clean up of the job site and all the final details of construction and then walking us through exactly how the system works and what to expect for performance. This company and these two young people are extremely knowledgeable and competent. I can and do unconditionally highly recommend Stada Energy for any electrical services you may need but especially for a solar system installation on your home. These two are great. read more

I recently purchased a Tesla 3 and admittedly did not budget for an expensive installation of an EV charging system. I am a DIY person for many things but I could see with about 5 minutes of research that not only was this well beyond my skill / knowledge capability, but that my situation was going to be unusually difficult. The location of my electrical panel was far away from garage and there were many barriers to this being an easy project. I knew I was going to have to spend $$$ to get this done. I carefully considered each of the 5 Tesla recommended installers. I reached out to 3 of them... Stada and 2 others, both of which were established and respected companies in this area. Right from my first correspondence with Leif and Michelle there was a genuine interest expressed in my project and the challenges it presented. Leif seemed to own my project's difficulties from the get go and immediately started working on overcoming its barriers. I know he sensed my not having a high budget for this project as he worked hard at finding an option that was cost effective but not compromising in effectiveness or aesthetics. I must say that another installer that many would expect to be the top choice (and the one that our Tesla rep said was the best) said, "Oh, that's going to be expensive", and then proceeded to give me a very high bid. The other reputable company we reached out to on the list looked at our project and never got back to me. It was the easiest choice in the world to go with Leif. He took an interest in our job and tailored his bid to my needs and concerns. From beginning to end he proved to be highly competent and professional, and the 2 young men he brought with him to do the work were experienced, talented and skilled as well. The job was done beautifully. The Tesla wall connector works perfectly and the aesthetics of what they did surpassed my expectations! I highly recommend Stada for any EV installation (hands down the best choice of the 5 that Tesla recommends). I understand they are a relatively new company, but Leif and his employees are highly competent and they each have many years of experience in the field. I just don't think one could do better for an electrical or solar project. Their prices are fair and they work tirelessly to make sure everything is just right... to the finest detail. And when the job was completed Leif clearly took pride in the quality of the work done and was pleased that I was satisfied. And that's not common these days. Thank you Leif, Michelle, Patrick and Patrick (yep, there's two of them). read more

I recently moved to Palm Desert and wanted to install Solar Panels. I interviewed a few providers and chose Stada Energy. Leif and Michelle are the dynamic owners. They are honest, hard working, do an amazing job, they care about the work they do and the people they work for. What a plus! I look at other roofs in the development where I live and my roof is clean, no cables, wires hanging out, Leif installs them inside, under the roof to protect them from wearing out in the excessive heat. I couldn't be more pleased. There are a lot of solar providers out there, do your homework, Stada Energy is the best, you will be delightfully surprised at the job this company does! read more

I was hesitant to have solar installed, worried about having major modifications to the service panel and unsure of the ROI. Stada did an install on my son's house last year and I was very impressed with their professionalism. I called them to evaluate mine (lots of shade trees, difficult roof line) and got a well engineered proposal addressing all my concerns. Fast forward to today's system activation and I couldn't be happier. It's performing as promised and on its way to a reasonable payoff. These folks are great; fast, experienced, and very meticulous. I feel like I now have a friend in the business. I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone interested in solar or EV chargers. read more