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jet set Pacifica, CA

I am very happy with my Solar Optimum project on 6/10/2023 in Pacifica/Daly City, CA. I had previously signed on with another company in order to make the NEM2.0 deadline. However, I was taken aback by the amateur, unprofessionalism, and speed salesman tactics from this company. Fortunately, I was able to walk away and sign up with Juan A at Solar Optimum. Immediately I received professional emails and notifications. They quickly put my applications together and design (8.8kw + Tesla Powerwall 2). The actual installation was not till later (2 months); however, I was fine by that since I still got NEM2.0 approved. When installation came, I was thoroughly impressed with the crew (Kien T). They were quick, efficient, kind, and courteous. They even painted the conduit and walls. No tattooed prison freaks. I was able to leave them unattended. All in all, I will seek out Solar Optimum for future projects (if I get another house) and I will refer them to my family and friends! Thanks, Solar Optimum. Now time to make PG&E pay ME.

9 months ago

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Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Solar Optimum for your solar project. We are thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us and that we were able to provide you with the level of professionalism and service that you deserve.

We appreciate your kind words about our team members and will be sure to pass along your compliments to Juan, Kien, and the rest of our staff.

We are committed to providing our customers with high-quality solar solutions and exceptional customer service, so we are glad to hear that we met your expectations.

Thank you for your trust in us and for considering us for future projects. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

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Jun. 21st, 2023

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Glenna Dumey Gilroy, CA

My house needed extensive renovations, which took place in 2019-20. My general contractor brought in a subcontractor to install solar panels, but I could not afford a Powerwall at that time. When I finally could, I called the installer, but his company was unable to procure one. That's when I found Solar Optimum. They were easy to work with, and the cost was close to what my original installer had bid. They took care of everything, including inspection by my small city's infamously picky inspectors. The man who installed the Powerwall was not only meticulous, but willing to explain everything to me during the installation process. Everyone I spoke with by phone during the process was helpful and answered all my questions as they arose. My only job was writing checks and using the labels Solar Optimum provided to FedEx them. I highly recommend this company.

9 months ago

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ear Glenna Dumey,

Thank you for choosing Solar Optimum and for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that we were able to help you with the installation of your Powerwall and that our team was easy to work with and able to take care of everything, including inspection by your city's inspectors.

At Solar Optimum, we strive to provide our customers with high-quality solar solutions and excellent customer service, so we are glad to hear that we met your expectations in this regard. We are also pleased to hear that the man who installed your Powerwall was meticulous and willing to explain everything to you during the installation process.

Thank you for your business, and we look forward to serving you in the future.

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Solar Optimum Marketing

Jun. 21st, 2023

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Jack T

I started this solar project at mid-Jan 2023, and tried to beat the Apr’s California NEM 2.0 deadline. The whole process is very quick and smooth. Solar optimum provides very very competitive price comparing to other big name solar companies. Since everyone tries to install solar before NEM2.0 cutoff time, I have to keep close contact to Solar Optimum to make sure I didn’t miss any documents or waste any time. All the people I talked to are very knowledgeable, professional. They guide me step by step to complete whole process including some design change and financial question. I will highly recommend Solar Optimum to others.

9 months ago

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Rey Amparo Oceanside, CA

If you are looking for the best solar company in California, you can stop now and save yourselves time and frustration. I already did that for you. When I decided it was time to have solar panels, I did extensive research on multiple companies. After comparing prices, solar panel brands, warranties, and reviews, I narrowed it down to 4 companies. After interviews with their reps, I decided Solar Optimum is the best for my situation. From the initial contact to the turning of the power on, everything went smoothly as a baby's bottom. Shout out to Randal E who always responded immediately to inquiries, questions, and concerns. Shout out as well to the crew who installed the panels, showed up early morning, and was done by mid-afternoon. They cleaned up after themselves too. Since July last year, I have saved over 90% on my electric bill. JOB VERY WELL DONE and SEMPER FI, SOLAR OPTIMUM!

10 months ago

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RodK San Pablo, CA

Very good interactions with people in sales, site survey, and program management. Clear explanations of cost and several options before signing the contract; good discussion of the overall scope. Excellent communications throughout the project. The replaced roof looks great and held well through the first major rains. The installations of solar panes including the auxiliary equipment and the service panel went smoothly. City and PG&E inspections were passed without any need for changes. We were always informed about the next steps after completion of major tasks. The interface that gives us information on power production and consumption is easy to use. Last but not least, the system works as well as we expected.

10 months ago

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Tien Nguyen San Diego, CA

EnergySage high quality staff and service After a great experience of seamless project proposal process and engagement with Mason B to kick-off our solar system project, we continue to see high quality staff with deep knowledge and customer service care from EnergyStage. Frank G followed up for at our home for a site survey. Frank did a thorough site survey with clear explanation, layout consideration for best quality outcome and most importantly, he listened and addressed all of my concerns properly. We feel so comfortable that EnergySage staff follow up on all items, show they care and proud of their work! Great job EnergySage staff!

10 months ago

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Jim San Pedro, CA

Solar Optimum was not the cheapest option of the roughly 10 I evaluated, but they were the least expensive for decent hardware and a good reputation that I was able to infer from both energy sage reviews, and slews of external reviews (including various online forum discussions). The reputation is well earned. For reference, in Southern California (SCE territory) we had a 10kw system installed along with 2 powerwalls for whole home backup and critter guards added, but this happened as it turned out in the middle of the last throws of NEM 2.0 before NEM 3.0 took over. Downsides: * The entire process took a long time (a bit over 6 months from the start of initiating contact until PTO) * There were quite a few delays getting parts and it required a few phone calls to try to get updates and gently encourage the process through. * Really, that's it. Upsides: * Everyone was courteous and professional even in the middle of the previously mentioned deluge due to the ending of NEM 2.0. * Everything was done *extremely* well. Indeed, the city inspector commented that it was one of the cleanest installs he had ever seen. (along with one of the first whole home backup systems he had seen) * The system is performing a bit above the promised specs and since we received PTO (about 6 weeks ago) there hasn't been a single problem with any of it. * When I started the process I asked about the possibility of getting SGIP rebates for the powerwalls (self-generation incentive program in California). I knew that few companies do this now, and it's very difficult to get in there. Solar Optimum told me that they could not make any promises, but they would try. Indeed, they have and it looks like we will get it (and they are still working on this AFTER we paid our balance in full!). Obviously, this does not guarantee anything going forward other than they really do try. * While there were delays on parts (likely some artifacts of the supply chain issues of 2021-2022), they were VERY much on top of the paperwork. They filed the necessary paperwork to reserve NEM 2.0 with our electric company MONTHS in advance and well before the install was completed. I don't doubt that some have had bad experiences with Solar Optimum. It's bound to happen given a big enough organization and enough customers, but even with the delays, I'm very glad to have gone with them and I'm glad to recommend them.

10 months ago

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Jeff A Benard Fremont, CA

Our son was so enthusiastic about his Solar Optimum purchase, we got enthusiastic also had to install solar in our home. The installation and service has been five star. Anytime we needed anything the service has been great. Amin A: Customer Service Manager helped us this week on an issue we needed fixed. Amin tock the bull by the horns and handled the issue. Initially, our salesperson Mikkel M was great. Helpful, accommodating, and explained everything. Then, once he received his second of five payments, (We paid in full), he would stop returning our messages left. Anything from then on hand to be handled by the personnel in the Glendale Ca, office. He received not only commission on our sons purchase, or son's mother in laws purchase and eventually ours. We would never refer anyone to him. We will refer potential clients to Amin. We are very happy with our solar. Thank you Solar Optimum

10 months ago

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Robert White

Solar Optimum provided a great system at a great price. I had 3 or 4 quotes from various companies and only one company built a system that was comparable and a similar price. The only hiccup in the process was when we completed the required repairs there was no follow up and some difficultly getting the process going, in fairness, it was Christmas, but it did put our install another month or more behind. After the communication breakdown was resolved ,the process moved quickly and the installers were really helpful and very responsive to question. They really went above and beyond when installing the system and answered questions about existing wiring and provided solutions even when they didn’t have to. The system produces even more power than was estimated and we have been producing more power than we use which means money back on the electricity bill. Would definitely recommend Solar Optimum if you’re looking for a Solar system. They have great deals and great systems and are great people to work with.

10 months ago

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Robert Lopez Montebello, CA

I had been interested in installing solar panels for a long time. I had spoken with several companies and chose Solar Optimum. Previously, I had contacted companies who had setup appointments and then call back to reschedule several times. They had different reps calling me back and I became very frustrated. I called Solar Optimum and they were very responsive and set up an appointment to review my home. Showing up on time, the representative was very knowledgeable and explained the benefits of having solar panels and what the installation would entail. The site planner inspected my home and created a detail plan of where the panels would go. He listened to me and incorporated my concerns as I didn't want the panels to be visible from the front of the house. He took pictures of the house and also from above with his drone. He was very professional and knowledgeable, answering all my questions and concerns. I highly recommend Solar Optimum. I received a quote several days later. I am very satisficed with the work they did and highly recommend them.

11 months ago

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Derek Canoga Park, CA

We are EXTREMELY happy with our OVERALL experience with Solar Optimum. We reached out to 3 total Solar Companies and Solar Optimum was heads and shoulders better then anyone else we reached out too. It was an easy decision to make to work with Solar Optimum. I could write a very lengthy review but the short of it is the sales professional that sold us was extremely educated on Solar, answered every single question asked of him, and was never pushy. The install was so flawless there was no junk left behind and the Panasonic EverVolt Panels with IQ8M Enphase Microinverters were installed to perfection. They are so well placed you can't even see them on the roof in most angles. The customer service post-installation was flawless from Paola, Valentina, Rene, just to name a few. This is a VERY well run business and customer service is more than exceptional. On top of this all, our system is generating even MORE power then we expected and the last 2 month's we've had a healthy credit on our electric bill. We are also more than glad we got in well before Nem 3.0. All in all, if you are looking for an incredibly well run establishment from top to bottom, look no further than Solar Optimum. I've already referred a neighbor and co-worker, both of which will likely go with them. I will continue to refer them and know if I ever do need anything in the future, I won't have any concerns. Thank you Solar Optimum, we are overly pleased!

11 months ago

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Ying Ying Chow San Francisco, CA

The Solar Optimum team is very helpful and supportive on my solar panel installation process. The tech team is knowledgeable of the process and they patiently answering my doubts and questions.

1 year ago

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Eric Imhof El Cajon, CA

Solar Optimum did a great job with the solar panels for a good price. The best part of the process was Ashley who was my contact person and was very responsive. She would look in to any issues I had and was also very friendly and helpful when talking with her on the phone.

2 years ago

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Curtis Burbank, CA

Out of all the companies I looked into, Solar Optimum offered the best equipment and service. Once through the permitting process, installation was extremely quick and the quality of the work is outstanding.

2 years ago

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Bill Marsh Fresno, CA

The Panasonic panels work great, and the Enphase system is especially good, providing a web site with all the information you could want on how the system is performing. My only issue was with the installation, which is not done by Solar Optimum employees, but by contractors. Better quality control is needed.

2 years ago

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Hi Bill, happy to hear you choose Panasonic panels and Enphase microinverters, with that being said you're backed by our trusted 25-Year Warranty across the board. On top of that, you have the extra reassurance of the All-Guard Warranty. Thank you for choosing Solar Optimum!

Sep. 1st, 2021

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Connor Stack Lancaster, CA

Solar optimum was a great experience from start to finish. They did not push me into something I did not want,a small they made sure I was informed the whole process. They made it easy and were faster than expected!

2 years ago

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Glad you had a great experience from start to finish, Mr.Stack. Thank you for moving forward with Solar Optimum!

Sep. 1st, 2021

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Animesh Chaturvedi Fremont, CA

The whole process was smooth. I did run into a hiccup where despite calling out location of panels on new roof. Somehow SolarOptimum tried to place some panels on old roof and upsell re-roof. I had to call in a few times to get it sorted

2 years ago

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Hi Animesh, we're so pleased to hear your process went smoothly with us. Thank you for choosing Solar Optimum for your project.

Jul. 8th, 2021

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John Buffi San Jose, CA

Great experience from start to finish. They were very knowledgeable and patient when I had a lot of questions and very easy to work with. They were great at communicating and meeting the schedule! System has been great.

2 years ago

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Thank you, John!

Jul. 20th, 2021

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ERIC ORCHARD Redondo Beach, CA

Solar Optimum is a top notch solar company with friendly staff. My rep was Temo and he delivered great service. My install for a 5.6 kW system and battery is set for this week!

2 years ago

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Thank you for the review, Eric!

Apr. 19th, 2021

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Albert Oh Los Angeles, CA

I was referred to Solar Optimum by a friend and I'm so glad I chose them. Great product. Top tier products and fantastic service. Definitely referring my friends and family to this company.

2 years ago

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Glad to hear you enjoyed working with us. The feeling is mutual. By all means, let us know if you have friends and family. We'll take great care of them.

Apr. 19th, 2021

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Joel Fritsche Studio City, CA

Initially it was the products they provided and willingness to deal w my installation challenge. Now, they always help me, answer my questions, help me fight the city of LA etc

3 years ago

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Thank you for your review, Joel!

Mar. 16th, 2021

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Keith Spence

They did excellent work and placement of the solar panels. They required more time than predicted. too, it was difficult to determine, when calling the company, to whom I should be asking my question. I would definitely recommend them to anyone interested in a solar electric system.

3 years ago

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Thank you very much, Keith!

Nov. 12th, 2021

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Raymond Turner Pacoima, CA

They were very informative and upfront on everything before starting. Even when COVID-19 lock downs hit, they kept be updated and kept the project moving. Ryan R was awesome! Anything I needed he was able to help!

3 years ago

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Loren Arroyo Grande, CA

Solar Optimum was responsive, knowledgeable, and professional. They handled everything, even the inevitable bumps, from the design to the approvals to the install and inspection. Solar Optimum really made it easy.

3 years ago

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Tamir Halaban Los Angeles, CA

Great customer service. Efficient, professional and high quality installation. Top tier equipment with the latest technology. I was particularly happy to get the microinvertor / Enphase technology.

3 years ago

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Greg Colwell

Great installation and very streamlined process with a very competitive price. After almost two years, no issues with the panels or solar generation and have saved a lot of money over that time.

3 years ago

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Gerald Wayne Capps

They were very professional and kept me informed during the installation process. The office staff were professional and kept in contact with me to know the next step on the entire installation process.

3 years ago

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Caden Taylor

Solar Optimum was an excellent choice when comparing against other companies. We were able to achieve our goal of completing prior to the 2019 tax credit rush. Recommend them if you are in the market for solar.

3 years ago Edited January 10, 2024

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Brian Wong San Marino, CA

Installation teams are professional and on-time. Their workmanship is exceptional. The only thing they can improve on is response time to some of my inquiries. Otherwise, they are a great company.

3 years ago

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Hi Brian, thank you for taking the time to write this review and choosing Solar Optimum for your system. We will definitely take your feedback seriously and execute our communication better for future inquires in all departments. If there is anything else we can do please do not hesitate to reach out you can email us at [email protected] or call us at 818-745-1475

Jun. 18th, 2020

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Floyd Toole Oak Park, CA

The installation of my two Tesla batteries was on time, on budget and very neatly done. They took care of the paperwork, leaving me to enjoy the rebate and the fruits of their labors. Well done!

3 years ago

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Hi Floyd, great to hear that we finished your project in a neat and timely manner. Thank you for choosing Solar Optimum for your Tesla Battery project.

May. 9th, 2020

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J Mullins

Workmanship was fine; establishing the project had several major problems. I never had an estimator come out before the bid, so the proposed system was too big for my electrical. I ended up with fewer panels with less output for the same amount of money. Additionally, the information that I have a huge shade tree planted on one end of the house was not communicated, so now I will have to spend $1000 to move the tree if I want my panels to continue to run at full power.

4 years ago

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Holly & Michael Reich

We had a wonderful experience with them and our installation was complex given we had an older house that was not had up to code. They handled everything and were very professional.

4 years ago

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Our team at Solar Optimum is made up of professionals that aim to protect the environment with the latest technologies as well as offer long-term savings to the consumer. Thank you for the awesome review Holley & Michael!

Dec. 12th, 2019

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Robert Shaffer Pacific Palisades, CA

From my first contact with sales to my latest with maintenance and operations, the people have been exceptional. They all all polite, extremely knowledegeable and have a rare "can do" attitude.

4 years ago

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Robert, thank you for your 5-star review of Solar Optimum. Glad to have you as part of our family!

Jul. 8th, 2019

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Garrie V Liscum Anaheim, CA

Knowledge, expertise, installation perfomance, exceeding scheduling requirement, prompt coodination with my local utility and timely response to any and all correspondence with continuing interest in my system proficiency.

4 years ago Edited September 14, 2021

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Garrie, we appreciate your review and congratulations on going solar! Let us know when you're ready for the Tesla have them in stock!

Jun. 14th, 2019

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Jim

They were very professional, took care of every detail, and they were able to accommodate minor detail changes. As far as installations go, they were prompt and completed work on schedule.

4 years ago

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We take great pride in the details of our work, Jim, so thank you for recognizing this. Glad to hear you had a positive experience with us and appreciate you selecting Solar Optimum to install your solar system.

Jun. 14th, 2019

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Kanita

They used third party contractor to dig a trench and repair access. The guy did a poor job and it took about two months to get that done right, despite prompt from me and Solar Optimum. Weather had a hand in it. But third party guy was 85% and the company 15% got hiring someone who takes no pride in his workmanship. .

4 years ago

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Kanita, we appreciate you taking the time to write this review and your comments have been noted. Know we are always looking for ways to improve and your feedback is helpful.

Jun. 14th, 2019

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Roger

The team at Solar Optimum put together a plan to fit our needs. After all was said and done, the plan worked perfectly for us. Even with the gloomy weather we had here in Southern California we’re still producing slightly more then we use. Can’t wait till the sun comes out!! Everyone on the team was friendly and explained what they were doing at every stage. Software is also very cool.

9 months ago

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Dear Roger,

Thank you for choosing Solar Optimum and for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that our team was able to put together a plan that met your needs and that you are now producing slightly more energy than you use.

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Jun. 21st, 2023

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Nai-Chung Kuo Sunnyvale, CA

Solar Optimum was very efficient in the whole process from my reaching out to the final installation. I am at 95118. It took only one month to finish everything from signing the contract to my seeing the panel working on the Enphase app. (My roof and panel are in pretty good shape that also helped making this possible). They also noticed ahead of me that one of my 20 inverters was not working properly and quickly sent a technician to fix it. In my particular case, I think they worked perfectly.

9 months ago

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jossalyn emslie Monrovia, CA

we interviewed half a dozen solar companies based on friend recommendations; Solar optimum highly praised; we had really nothing but excellent service, communication, feedback, and notification. our project was complex, and solar optimum handled everything to our satisfaction. our electric bills have been negative for months- we are seeing a lot of savings. everything continues to work perfectly. we would use this company again. and have recommended to others as well.

9 months ago

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David Bolin San Ramon, CA

We received quotes from several solar companies and Solar Optimum had the best rating and a very competitive price. They were responsive when we had questions and they installed our system when they said they would and completed the installation in one day. We have now had the system for five months and it is generating enough electricity to cover all our needs with some leftover. Thank you Solar Optimum!

10 months ago

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Martin Geots

All I can say is that they promised me 70 - 75 days from start to finish and that was delivered on point. Not sure if this is true for everyone but Im very happy on my end. I highly recommend. Easy to talk to and always a available. I was able recommend my dad and a co worker. They already their system up and running as well . If you want true professionals if this field go call solar optimum. I had the best experience and Im almost certain you will too.

10 months ago

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Solar Optimum is a solar energy company based in California, USA. They specialize in the design, installation, and maintenance of residential and commercial solar systems. Their services include solar panel installation, battery storage solutions, and solar system monitoring. The company aims to help individuals and businesses transition to clean, renewable solar energy, reducing their carbon footprint and dependence on fossil fuels. They provide customized solar solutions based on the energy needs and goals of their customers. Solar Optimum focuses on high-quality products and professional installations to ensure the optimal performance and longevity of the solar systems they install. They also offer financing options to make solar energy more affordable and accessible to a wider range of customers. Overall, Solar Optimum is dedicated to promoting sustainable energy solutions and helping customers harness the power of the sun to generate clean electricity for their homes or businesses.

8 months ago

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Jiaqi Wu Livermore, CA

I came to Solar Optimum after being rejected by Tesla for Solar. The difference was night and day. Solar Optimum provided timely turnaround every step of the installation. I was impressed at how fast they were able to provide a new system mockup given my feedback so I could tune the size of my system to meet my budget. In comparison, Tesla took 2 months to do anything, so it was really refreshing to get fast turnaround. Solar Optimum also seems to be installing the best products. I got Panasonic brand panels with the latest Enphase IQ8 microinverters. For battery storage I got a Powerwall 2.0 and the full installation included a Tesla Gateway and an Enphase IQ combiner. It was really nice to see this product offering off the bat without needing to ask. The total price was about 20% over what Tesla's quotes were. The key difference will come in with the battery because Tesla steeply discounts those with installation. The solar panel products are superior to Tesla's so I think the price differential is worth it. I got my installation done from first contact with Sales to PTO within about 6 weeks time, pretty reasonable. And this was over the holidays too.

1 year ago

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Rich G Henderson, NV

In summary: This company delivers the highest quality in the Vegas area market at a substantial discount versus Sunrun and, it turns out, their secret weapon is Operations Manager Zhora K. (See details below.) I'm a self-described Costco "zombie" meaning for years now I've purchased from the store without my usual indepth research because I've learned that on balance I'm getting a good deal and high quality (with a dependable return policy if I'm wrong). So when I decided to move forward with a solar panel system, I selected Costco's store referral of Sunrun knowing both quality and price would be competitive with the added sense of confidence that comes with any Costco purchase. (No, this isn't a Costco advertisement. Quite the opposite, read on.) It was only in the last stretch of the negotiations with Sunrun that I decided to double-check the market to confirm my expectations. And boy was I wrong. I created a spreadsheet comparing Sunrun with Solar Optimum Nevada and four other companies looking at price and quality of panels, inverters and labor (as well as assessing the companies they sourced these from) and while both Sunrun and Solar Optimum Nevada came out on top on quality (with Solar Optimum edging them out on inverters), Sunrun wasn't just a reasonable 3% to 5% higher but 25% to 30%!! It was such a gouging of Costco customers that I registered a complaint with them expressing my disappointment that they would allow their recommended service providers to so egregiously prey on their customers' loyalty. Another zombie down. Solar Optimum has just completed my system. And it is performing above what it promised in terms of output. But their Operations Manager Zhora is the reason they get five stars instead of a respectable four. Zhora actually personally cares about his customers. He advocates for them even when that might seem to conflict with the company's short-term benefit. I trust him. After everything was done (including the install of a critter guard I purchased from them after pigeons began holding loud regional excrement competitions above my head at all hours of the night and morning), Zhora called me to say he wanted to return one last time to fix some tiles he'd noticed were broken. At no cost. I never would have known. That is caring about the customer. Get Solar Optimum. But make sure Zhora is leading the team.

1 year ago

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David Nguyen Fontana, CA

I purchased a Lennar home in 2022 that came with a minimum number of panels. I'm quite disappointed that Lennar does not allow you to go with a vendor of choice or modify/add to the existing design before purchase. So I decided to add on more before the NEM 3.0 rules get updated on Apr 15th, 2023, and sent a request for quotes to more than 6 companies. Solar Optimum not only came back with the best quote, but they also went over all the equipment and finer details of the quote over the phone. They use the best 400W Panasonic panels that have the least amount of degradation over 25 years. They were also upfront with the cash price vs. 12- and 20-year finance options. Other companies refused to disclose the cash price and did not explain how you get such a low APR (only valid for the first 18 months). The project is just getting started and if all goes well, my review will stay 5 stars!

1 year ago

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Hi David, we are ecstatic that your sales process was both educational and informative. Thanks you for choosing Solar Optimum for your project.

Feb. 9th, 2023

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Peter Padar Brentwood, CA

Like best: Once HOA approved, everything went smooth. High quality material, experienced crew who took care of property. Broken tiles, which is not avoidable, got directly replaced. Could be better: HOA changes were not communicated to crew, could stop crew in time. Not happy: Consumption meter coils not installed. Didn't tell me during installation. The braker panel was modified, could be installed during this. Unhappy they just wrote there was no space. I can't verify this statement. Overall the system rocks...went from $205 to $9.60 (PGE taxes etc.) and $143 credit for later (True metering). SolarOptimum designed very well the PV. Thanks for overall 5Star service. (Hope you can fix my consumption meter) ;) I got them referred from a friend and he is also super happy. Same professional result.

1 year ago

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Stewart Roud Van Nuys, CA

I can't say enough good things about Solar Optimum. I had a (6.5kW) Panasonic system installed on my home in the beginning of the year, and it is producing perfectly. I wanted to wait a couple of months before writing my review, but I can now confidently say that Solar Optimum is a great choice if you are looking to go solar. Everyone is professional, knowledgeable and pleasant to deal with. The installers were efficient and quick, and I haven't had a single problem. I can't wait for summer to come so I can start seeing even bigger savings on my electricity bill! Highly recommend Solar Optimum!

2 years ago

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Thank you so much for selecting Solar Optimum!

Apr. 19th, 2021

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Rob Motal Pleasanton, CA

Solar Optimum made purchasing a solar system an absolute pleasure. First their salesman was patient, courteous and very knowledgeable. Price was better than offered by others. They offered panels (Panasonic) as good as any other and which has a factory in the US. We needed it installed before the end of year to get the favorable tax credit and they were the only company who were sure they could. There installers were skilled and efficient. We discussed options on location of the electrical boxes and where the lines would be run. They worked into the late hours on the final day to finish the job before the expected rains the following day. There were minor issues which they promptly corrected. Our system is up and running smoothly. This contrasts strongly with some of our friends' experiences who also had solar installed during the same time. One installer failed to secure permits which resulted in delayed startup and savings. Another had issues with installation on a tile roof and had some aesthetically displeasing features. And their systems cost more and produced less.

3 years ago

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Can't thank you enough for your business and choosing us!

Mar. 16th, 2021

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RRF in Anaheim Hils Anaheim, CA

Due to my relatively high electrical power consumption and a chopped up roof that limited the space for optimal placement of the # of solar panels I needed to offset that high consumption, it was a challenge to find the right high-efficiency products and panel design to accomplish my solar panel objectives. I obtained quotes from (3) highly rated companies, but it was clear from the start that Solar Optimum was the one company that cared as much about my needs as they did earning the business. They were straightforward with me the entire way, and they offered the best product at the best price - without playing games. Last but by no means least, the installation crew was first class, and the system has delivered all of the energy promised. If the system would allow me to give 6 stars on a 5 star scale, I would do it.

3 years ago

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We'd love a 6-star review but we'll take the max 5 star!

Mar. 16th, 2021

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Rogelio M. Mission Hills, CA

Absolutely no pressure sales guys. Every step was explained to me and they were willing to work with my schedule and my reasonable terms. Install happened quickly and clean. I get answers every time I call them up, everyone from the person picking up the phone to the tech support guys are patient and professional. Install guys were professional and friendly. Price wise they were not the cheapest nor the most expensive ones so I think i got a fair deal based on my needs. I do recommend you do your homework and get several bids so you can compare and make the decision based on your needs, if you are going to finance the purchase do your homework, there was a little bit of confusion on the terms of the loan based on some misunderstanding from my rep but I don't hold it against him, since it was just a technicality. Would recommend.

3 years ago

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Rogelio, your review is much appreciated and congrats on going solar!

Mar. 16th, 2021