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Zhang Chen Grand Prairie, TX

Best company on bestcompany.com for solar. Can't say how much Francisco helped us out. We were turned down by other solar companies because they couldn't finance us. Finally Solar in America got us solar! Thank you so much,youve made my day!

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Terri Hercules, CA

I did not buy from Carl @ Solar in America. He did, however, educate me on solar and explain how my it wouldn't make sense to go solar because of the discounts I get with my utility company and my low usage. Very helpful & informative. Not trying to make a quick buck or pushy at all.

6 years ago Edited September 14, 2021

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Nathan Pleasanton, CA

I was referred to Solar in America by a coworker and had a good experience. They had a special going at the time and they paid for one whole year of my solar payments. No electricity bill for a whole year and a lower payment than Pacific Gas and Extortion...no brained for me. Very happy with the whole process.

6 years ago

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Luis Luna Redding, CA

End of 2016 I had gotten a few quotes to compare companies products, services, etc... SolarinAmerica had the best offer. Price was more than fair as I am now paying less for my electricity than I was with PG&E. On top of that they gave me the first year for free!!! My only regret is I didn't find them earlier.

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Judith Fowler Willits, CA

Mr. Shah was very kind and responsible in explaining the solar process from start to finish. He also answered all my questions and was available to me as needed throughout the solar process. I highly recommend Solar In America. Thanks

6 years ago

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Jon M

The guys did a wonderful job! They explained everything well and tailored things just for my household.

5 years ago

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Bernadette Pittsburg, CA

I liked the service when they were installed my solar but I don’t like there business conduct where they tell people that if you install solar today you will get a 1000.00 rebate which up to now I haven’t seen . So if someone named Lee from solar in America promise you any thing don’t fall for it and if you try to contact them you will get no response which I think is false advertising and poor customer service.

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Vijay Newark, CA

it was great discussion about the whole process of getting fixed solar panels , warranties(for 25 yrs) and it’s extension in future. I feel , price is reasonable compared to other companies . There is no hidden fees .

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Oct. 12th, 2019

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Mike

Great company to work with. Saw a ad on facebook and requested to be contacted. They had someone come out the next day for a quote. The panels look great and completely satisfied with the overall process.

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Aug. 20th, 2019

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Mike stanford Riverside, CA

Great experience! The sales team that was sent to me house was very knowledgeable and helpful. They helped me every step of the process! Would highly recommend for any solar project!

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Kyle Riverside, CA

Solar In America is the one stop shop for all of my Solar needs and wants, when searching for my system. They are professional and their team is hard working and very informative. 5 stars!

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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John C. Peoria, AZ

Carl was very prompt at getting back to me to explain the benefits of solar power for my new home in Arizona. He was able to explain the different products and benefits very clearly. I will look forward to working with Carl on putting my solar system once my home is built.

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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ANNETTE MORALES Moreno Valley, CA

Carl was very patient and explained the process to me over 3 times until I understood it. I researched the panels, etc. they are using and they are one of the best in the industry. Now I hope the installation goes as smoothly.

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Amanda Thomas El Dorado Hills, CA

We are so pleased with Joe and Carl. Very professional and explained everything we needed to know. We are confident we picked the best solar company and so happy we went with Solar in America.

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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James L Fremont, CA

Jamie and Carl were wonderful throughout the entire installation. Jamie explained everything to me and Carl's installation crew took care of everything without a hiccup! I highly recommend.

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Nick M North Weymouth, MA

I was contacted by Carl L immediately after calling, Carl is very professional and his knowledge exceeds the other companies I have met with 6 total. I highly recommend this Company and Carls services!

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Patty P Los Angeles, CA

I am very happy with my experience with SIA. I was explained the solar process from start to finish. And, the best part was every was handled and installed without a glitch.

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Gabby Jackson Heights, NY

They managed to get me solar at my place of business. Tried with another company, but they couldn't finance me. Did it again with solar in america and they pulled through and with a better deal!

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Bola Oke Brentwood, CA

We started off rocky because I was unable to get in contact with my rep, but once we were able to communicate, I was pleased with what Solar in America had to offer and I am happy to say that we've started the process of obtaining solar through them.

6 years ago

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Regardless, of being unable to catch up with you earlier in the week, its wonderful that you stuck with us and received 3 possible quotes for your solar needs just this morning. We apologize for the delays.

May. 18th, 2018

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Rudy Fremont, CA

Frank, was very knowledgeable in the product, he had all my questions answer, no pressure sale I went with solar in America excellent company. also their fallow up was quick and on top of things

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Lizette Santa Ana, CA

They gave me more solar panels than the competition as a result . I have seen a tremendous decrease in my eléctricas bill. I have another reason to smile on sunny days. Thanks Solar In América Thanks Frank.

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Louis Clifton, VA

Terrific experience. Professional, friendly, helpful staff. It was a very streamlined process and they showed up when they said they would and got it done on time. I'm so happy to have solar power!

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Kelvin Carrera

I loved dealing with Mr. Shah from Solar In America. He explained solar details with a lot of patience to this old man. I highly recommend him and the company for all your solar needs.

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Dave Marysville, CA

This company has gone above and beyond what with customer service product quality and the professional installation of our solar system thanks solar America for a great job Dave in California

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Ashley Pleasant Grove, UT

Solar in America has a Sole Price Calculator that help us know about how much it would cost to do solar for our home. It was very reasonable and wow we have already starting saving money. We were even able to get a 2019 local Tax Rebate on our tax return.

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Tara Burkhart-Grove Hayward, CA

scheduling difficulties (contractors), mistakes made and not fixed well (holes in wrong place), downspout still not fixed, house does not look better now

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I am absolutely sure you are confusing Solar in America with a company of similar name; maybe Solar America or Solar 4 America. We are not the company who handled your solar installation.

Aug. 15th, 2019

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Dennis S

Excellent job Solar in America. They took care of everything and the installation went as planned.

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Dennis F

Exceptional company and service. Angel helped me in Spanish and was great though out the process.

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Bob Widtfeldt Orange County, California

great technicians, however operations is a little slow. They seem to try hard but everything seems to take a long time

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Laura Vigil Denver, CO

CUSTOMER BEWARE!!!!...CARL L OWNER OF SOLAR IN AMERICA IS A TOTAL SCAM ARTIST!!!...READ THE BAD REVIEWS NOT THE FAKE GOOD ONES...I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE HE HAS RIPPED OFF!!!...DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH THIS COMPANY ..I HAVE TEXT MESSAGES , PHONE CALL LOGS & EMAILS TO PROVE ALL OF THIS .My initial review was great because they seemed very nice & I believed them...but after everything I rate solar in America -10.....EXTREMELY POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE....CARL L, THE OWNER, AVOIDS MY CALLS TELL ME HES IN A MEETING FROM 8:30 -5:30 THAT HE WILL CALL AFTER & HE DOESN'T...WHEN I CALL IT GOES STRAIGHT TO VOICEMAIL ....HE IS LIKE A POLITICIAN ..SAID WE WOULD GET A REBATE CHECK COVERING US FOR FIRST 18 MONTHS, A $50 GIFT CARD FOR A REVIEW, OUR ELECTRIC BILL PAID UP TO $500 & AN EXTRA $1000 SINCE IT WENT PAST 30 DAYS TO COMPLETE , STILL ISN'T UP & RUNNING SINCE JULY 1ST....HE SAID HE PUT CHECKS IN THE MAIL ON 8/23 ...STILL NOTHING...WE WERE ALSO SUPPOSED TO GET 2 NEST THERMOSTATS, LED LIGHT BULBS & WEATHER STRIPPING..... I HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANYTHING AT ALL & MY SYSTEM STILL ISNT UP & RUNNING. THIS COMPANY IS A FRAUD.... I AM CALLING NEWS CHANNELS AND A LAWYER.....DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH THIS COMPANY!!!!!!! CUSTOMER BEWARE!!!!!! I RARELY DO REVIEWS BUT THE PUBLIC CONSUMER NEEDS TO KNOW THE TRUTH!! PLEASE BEWARE AND DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH FREEDOM FOREVER OR SOLAR IN AMERICA & DO EXTENSIVE RESEARCH ON SOLAR COMPANIES!! READ THIS IN ITS ENTIRETY. I HAVE EMAILS, TEXT MESSAGES & CALL LOGS TO BACK ALL OF THIS UP! I'M LOOKING FOR A LAWYER NOW. This company is a fraud. Freedom Forever has other smaller companies contracting & baiting customers with all these "PERKS" for signing up. I was baited by a Company called Solar In America dealing with Carl L who is a total fake!! He is nice at first to get your business then a fraud and VERY RUDE after he gets the contact signed and then you get nothing they promised once you are in the loan contract. THE MAN THAT CAME TO MY HOUSE TO SIGN ME UP WHO WORKS FOR CARL L, (TREVOR D), EVEN SAID HE HAD NEVER GOTTEN PAID FOR HIS WORK, WHICH I ALSO HAVE IN A TEXT!! I was promised they would give me a rebate check from them to cover the first 18 months of the loan for the solar panels, which should cover me till I got the Income Tax solar rebate all to put towards my loan which should make my monthly solar/electric payment $92. I was also promised a $50 gift card just for doing a review on Solar in America, which I did raving review at first but once I saw what was really going on I changed it to reflect the truth, and once I did Carl L was Very rude and said he wanted nothing to do with me and that Whitney F would handle everything from here out. She also seemed nice at first said she would handle everything and apologized for Carl's behavior. No more than a few days later she was also making false promises and avoiding my calls & they say they are working on it, the check is in the mail since 8/23 & they all avoid calls, texts & don't respond to anything. They also promised an extra $1000 for going over 30 days on the installation, but of course backed out after the fact. Lastly, I was supposed to get a solar package to help keep me energy efficient including 2 Nest Thermostats for my 2 furnaces, LED light bulbs for my entire house & weatherstripping. I HAVE NOT RECEIVED ONE SINGLE THING THAT WAS PART OF THE DEAL THEY GAVE WHEN WE SIGNED UP!! THIS COMPANY IS DOING A CLASSIC BAIT & SWITCH!!! PLEASE BEWARE AND DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH SOLAR IN AMERICA OR FREEDOM FOREVER!!!! DIG DEEP INTO ANY SOLAR COMPANY BEFORE DOING BUSINESS WITH THEM DUE TO THE FACT THAT FREEDOM FOREVER HAS/HIRES CONTRACT WORK TO DO THE BAIT & SWITCH!!! ANYONE CAN CALL AND WORK FOR THEM? CALL THEIR PHONE # AND LISTEN TO THE OPTIONS #3 TO BECOME A FREEDOM FOREVER DEALER?? THIS IS VERY FRAUDULENT!!

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Tony Worcester, MA

PLEASE STAY AWAY from this company and also Solar in America Corp. Carl L has given me the run around for several months now. He provided me with a rebate certificate for $1,800 on 3/25/19 to cover the first year of service on my system, and I have been chasing him since 9/1/19 for it. He has on multiple occasions stated that the check was in the mail. I have this captured in private text messages from Carl directly. I contacted my representative and found out that he is no longer employed by Solar of America, and he is also in litigation for unpaid wages. I've also come to find out that Carl L is no longer a partner in Solar in America, and has opened his own company Solar in America Corp. He and his prior partner Sam R have their own legal issues that they are handling with miss managed funds. This company will offer you the world to sign up with them and as soon as you sign on the dotted line they will take your money and disappear. I'm still waiting on the significant savings that going solar is suppose to provide and its been almost a year. I'm going to look into a class action suit as I'm sure that Carl and Sam have done this to multiple customers, and continue to do so.

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Lexe G. Bridgeport, CT

Thank you for showing me what I would be in for in the future. I reached out to the company for a quote in the week of 9/16/19 and 9/23/19. I had to call Carl L on 9/23/19 to remind him to send me the quote. When he finally sends it on 9/24/19 it’s not what I requested. I said ppa and he sent me a quote for a loan. I call him to discuss and he says he will promptly send me the correct quote first thing Wed morning. I received nothing, I then email him at 1:15pm EST and he says "You will have it in your email inbox by noon PST. Thanks" That was Wed. It is now Friday 10:30am and still nothing. I guess they only want to do loans b/c they know they won’t be around for the next 20 years.

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Unfortunately we do not sell leases or ppa in the state of Connecticut. However, I can refer you to your local Costco for Sunrun or leasing reps. I am glad that you were able to find what you were looking for.

Oct. 1st, 2019

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JMC Apopka, FL

Carl L is a scam artist. They promise an incentive of paying the $1,000 or the amount of the first year of payments and do not deliver. They reel you in with lies and then subcontract the work to incompetent contractors. They have failed to obtain permits as well as fail inspections (the failed inspections were voided because the permit was designed for the wrong house!) I too am pursuing litigation against them along with quite a few other people. I'm currently paying out of pocket for a system that doesn't produce power and probably won't for months! Don't believe them go somewhere else these guys are the worst.

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After speaking with you today, Joshua, I am so happy that everything was able to be resolved with both you receiving your rebate of $1000 to cover your first 12 months of payments and the installation department is handling things to get your system running properly.
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Aug. 2nd, 2019

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Mike Dunlap Meridian, ID

Paul and Carl were great to work with and great explanation of how things work. All questions answered professionally and honestly. Very low pressure sales pitch.

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Graham Abbott Sun City West, AZ

Amazing experience. Far easier that I anticipated and stress free from beginning to end. Carl was there to answer every question and concern. These guys are legit!!!!

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Stephen Rocklin, CA

Carl from Solar in America was easy to talk to, he explained all our options and gave us a great price. I highly recommend Carl for all your solar needs

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Derar Alkouri Corona, CA

To tell you the truth I didnt do business with them due to lack of salesman man experience, for the questions I had he had to call for answers didnt know where the panals made at or ever warranty questions he had to call for back up to answer. Didnt feel comfortable to move forward with the company I think theres a lack of training

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Its exciting to know that you choose to go solar regardless of whether you choose Solar in America or another installer. SunPower panels are manufactured in the US, LG (South Korea) , or Panasonic panels are manufactured in US. We also offer Silfab(Canada), Trina(China), Hanwa (S. Korea & Germany), Mission(Texas) and many others. Training 101 for all of our in home representatives is to cover the basics of where panels are manufactured if asked. Hower, I urge all of our guys to say, "I don't know," and ask someone in our corporate office or a manager if they don't know the answer to any question rather than to guess or assume. Our warranties are 25 year regardless of what panel or equipment you choose. Most importantly, I am so happy that you were able to find the company that best fit your needs and answered questions to your satisfactions as this the #1 reason why is great resource to use for shopping solar.

Mar. 26th, 2019

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Debra Harper California City, CA

Salespersons are great and product sounds fantastic! You would had received 5 stars if I knew there was going to be a hard credit check against my account. I believe customers should be aware of that before credit is ran.

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Jun. 27th, 2019

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Raul Santos San Jose, CA

Everything started fine. Prices were good. Carl L and Sam R were both great. Very knowledgeable. We would recommend Solar in America. We have been very happy with our experience with this company.

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Michael A.

Carlos did a wonderful job explaining solar and all of its benefits to me and my wife Abigail. He went over the installation process, financing in a clear and simple way.

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Ward Pyles Nampa, ID

Paul met with us and presented the information about Solar in American. He was very knowledgeable. We will be getting a new roof and solar system as a result.

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Bruce Bailey Valley Springs, CA

Fast and efficient although communication could be better with the contractor. Sales is in constant contact and is very helpful. Pricing is some of the best. Installation took one day and was very professional.

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Joann Montgomery, NY

I have been waiting to hear from the person who is installing my solar panels , it’s 2 weeks now and I have heard nothing,. I’m trying to get in touch with Carl but can’t . I’m getting frustrated. After going though everything I feel like they just don’t want to put my solar in.

6 years ago

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We apologize for the delay. Due to your roof being metal corrugated we had to get the appropriately skilled installer for your home. The good thing is that we found them and are moving forward with permitting. We expect to have you installed by the end of month.

Aug. 13th, 2018

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Rick Flushing, NY

Great company. Nobody is perfect and we did have a hick up, but they came through with their promise to make it right. That is what customer service is about.

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Mike Servin Fremont, CA

This company helped me go solar when other companies could not. We had bad credit and a lien on our house, but they got it done!! Love you guys at SiA!!!!

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Kennedy Pahoa, HI

Too expensive, no savings on energy bill, demands access to private property, energy can be taken into the grid with no permission or monetary gain to the property owner to

5 years ago

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Unfortunately in Hawaii, solar can be a tough proposition. However, we appreciate the opportunity to help you.

Aug. 23rd, 2019

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Risa Aptos, CA

Attentive, always on time, answered questions, excellent service.

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Aug. 23rd, 2019

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Mitchel Robinson Maggie Valley, NC

High cost, even with tax credits it takes between 18 to 22 years to break even. No return on your investment. Then it will be worn out before or by that time.

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Typically the real value of solar is the cost avoidance and long term dollar saving because eventually you will pay off system and the cost per kilowatt is less than what you are currently paying. I would recommend you have one of our representatives go over your individual needs and reevaluate your situation. Please drop us a line at or in our office at 310 867 1031. Thanks

Aug. 15th, 2019

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Tim Steger

They have done what they say they would do and in the time frame promised.

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gordon J Brown Fremont, CA

Carl was a great he was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions and concerns. We signed up for solar yesterday and we’re very excited to start saving money!!

5 years ago Edited September 14, 2021