Solarmax Technology Reviews

On March 9, 2026, I spoke with you, Rueben, regarding an individual named Nick O, who represented himself as a sales representative for Solarmax. Nick O. worked directly with my wife and me during our decision to purchase solar services for our home. During our discussions, Nick O. represented that if we signed with Solarmax, the company was offering a promotional incentive that included the installation of a patio, valued at approximately $30,000, along with a $1,000 payment to the homeowner. At the time, we had already signed an agreement with another solar provider. However, Mr. Ochoa strongly encouraged us to switch, emphasizing that Solarmax offered a superior warranty and that the promotion was available if we chose to move forward with Solarmax. He also represented that Solarmax had sent him directly to our home to determine whether there was anything he could offer to earn our business. Based on these representations and our understanding that Nick O. was acting as an employee and authorized representative of Solarmax, we decided to cancel our agreement with the other provider and proceed with Solarmax. When the time came for installation, we experienced repeated delays and were given multiple explanations that ultimately resulted in no progress. As a result, I contacted Solarmax directly for assistance. After sending an email requesting next steps, I received a return phone call on March 10, 2026. During that conversation, I was informed that similar situations had occurred with multiple customers over the past thirty days. I was also told that Solarmax had recently cut ties with Nick O. and that he was not an employee but rather an independent contractor. This information directly contradicts how Nick O. represented himself during our interactions. At no point did he disclose that he was operating independently or outside the authority of Solarmax. Throughout the entire transaction, he presented himself as a Solarmax representative acting on behalf of the company. Regardless of his employment classification, Solarmax benefited from the sales generated through his representations, and he conducted business while portraying himself as acting on behalf of Solarmax. Based on the promises made during the sales process, we are requesting that Solarmax honor the promotional agreement that was offered to us. Specifically, we request either: Fulfillment of the promised patio installation as represented during the sale, or Compensation equivalent to the represented value of the patio, approximately $30,000, along with the $1,000 promotional payment promised to the homeowner. Additionally, after further review, I discovered that Nick O. does not appear to have been licensed to conduct door-to-door sales. Given the circumstances, we believe this matter may fall within the protections provided under the Consumer Legal Remedies Act. It is our preference to resolve this matter amicably and without the need for further action. We respectfully request that this matter be reviewed by your legal or executive team and that we receive a response outlining the next steps. We appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and look forward to hearing from you soon.

Hello my name is John G and I am a very happy customer of SolarMax. I now have had my system in for a year and I am very happy with it. The sales and Installation Dept is very friendly, well trained and helpful. If there are any problems they will take care of it and you don’t have to worry . The real reason I went over to SOLAR was my power bill with SCE was as high as $300 mo. and as much as I could try to bring it down. I could not , for example a/c keeping it down to 81 not leaving light on and turning off other stuff around the house to save money. I then started contacting Solars companies , and only one could assist me, that was SolarMax. Why do you ask?? Simple I am a ghost on the credit report, I have not taken a loan out since 2005 AUTO loan and paid it off. I pay cash for everything, even my home CASH. But then 30 years ago I was making bank and homes were cheap. The only plans these other companies had was LEASE or buy on CREDIT plan, looking at a starting price around $18,000 and more. I then contacted SolarMax (Riverside Ca.) they had a salesman by the name of Robert come out and talk to me. I explain to him the problems I was having with the other companies . His reply was he would resolve it and fix me up with one of SOLAR MAX sys. He spent 6 hr here with me BUILDING my system I guest you can say CUSTOM build . He and I built a SOLAR system for $9000. Cash in the same system other places would have cost starting around $18000. Did I buy it ?YES I DID $9000 cash. NO LEASE or PAYMENTS. Later I met with the owner again, very friendly and also the others working there . I was given a tour of their operation where they manufacture the panels and I was very impressed. Are you now interested in how much SCE gets a month ?? Over the last year the highest power bill was $23 dollars. I am now saving money and the system will have paid for itself in a few years. Remember SCE rates go up every year. Thank you SolarMax and most of all ROBERT. Thank you ONE VERY HAPPY CUSTOMER JOHN G.

Best experience ever with purchasing a 6 kW system. The sales rep was very professional and non-pressure tactics, thank you Jacob! I compared three other solar companies, Costco, Solar Run and Peterson-Dean, and none of them could match SolarMax with price and top of the line components; all Enphase. The first company I called first, was from their catchy commercial, Peterson-Dean, because of an "All American" company and components, but they couldn't match the price and professionalism of SolarMax. The Peterson-Dean salesman was rude, hung the call on me, crossed them out from the running after that! Overall, extremely satisfied with the quality of installation and customer service from SolarMax! Recommend to many friends and family.

I am in mid process of my installation currently, the crew in on my house today putting up the brackets for the panels. So far the process has been excellent, they have provided everything as promised. The salesman Dan C was the first guy of many I spoke with that really broke the process down and explained the process to me in a way that really made good since. He didn't try to sell me something I didn't need, but worked out a great program that meet my needs and saved me money too. I toured their plant to see them making the panels here in Riverside and it was totally state of the art. I will follow through with more reviews as I proceed through the process.

Solar Max has provided me with excellent service from the moment I first started talking with them about extending my existing Solar Panel system through the present. Never was there a single moment when I wasn't fully aware of what they were doing or what was going to transpire. The representative that helped me was always available and courteous and in every instance managed to either resolve the minor problem I had or to get rid of it entirely by offering an alternative. Their ability to let me see at all times how my system is working through Enphase is perfect for me and keeps me consistently up to date on how my system is working. All in all, I am a very satisfied customer of Solarmax.

We live in La Jolla and had solar installed by SolarMax one year ago. They had previously done my brother's house, and he was very happy with them and recommended them to me. The rep, Dan C, ( a personable and professional guy) came down and explained how the systems work, what our options were with the configuration of our house, and also financial options. There was NO hard sell, and actually, we decided to install more panels than he originally recommended, since we had room (and the climate is getting hotter every year. ) We purchased the system without financing, but Solar Max offers excellent financing options if you so desire. Installation went smoothly; everyone arrived on schedule and got the job done quickly and efficiently. We have had no problems or issues with the system, our roof, or anything in connection with SolarMax. I would recommend this company to anyone who might be interested in a home solar system. By the way, our electric bill went from an average of $350/mo. to about $10/ mo.; our October electric charges were $5.20. This system is paying for itself fast!

I purchased an 11 kW system 3 1/2 years ago. I took a 5-year loan and paid it off in three due to the low interest. The initial sales talk was low pressure and very information. The installation was very professional and quick. Since having my system I have been extremely pleased with the production and Solarmax in general. I would recommend them to anyone.

I had Solar Max install my solar and they did a fantastic job, Dan C was my salesman and he was involved with every step of the deal from start to finish! He truly provided what he promised and in a very timely matter! We couldn't be happier with the finished product, it looks good, provides more than the specified amount of powder estimated and saves us a ton of money every month.

We have been operating since November 2015 and other than some startup issues due to our technology being the absolute most up to date, the process has been excellent. We are realtors, and have seen a LOT of solar installs, some with PPA's that are simply butt ugly for the consumers. By accident, we selected these folks, and frankly, got very lucky. Their price was clearly the lowest. Their installation was superior to most. Their responses to the start up "hiccups" in retrospect wasn't bad at all. As I said, we have seem MANY competitors proposals and actual installs, and their contract language. We are unbelievably happy with the entire package and wished we had done this earlier. Fortunately, we didn't and have the very best array offered, and its still the gold standard hardware. We would strongly recommend them for an outright purchase. DO NOT consider a PPA, these are a disaster waiting to happen, and far too many of the PPA companies are BKing to avoid their long term commitments.

I absolutely Love my SolarMAx sales person, the installers, and the service department. they have been nothing but profesisonal, tiely and a delight to work with. My system has been a total delight to have and enjoy. I highly recommend Solar Max. I do live in Southern California. And I especially like the fact that they manufacture their own system in the USA. The quality control and reliability are all there.

I have had nothing but stellar service right from the very beginning! The sales guy, Dan was polished and professional, and knowledgeable. The panel installers were in time and very efficient. Customer service has been excellent and have responded to any question or issue that I may have. I give them a solid A+!

Solarmax was the lowest pressure sales call we had, installed system 17 months ago, no problems, system exceeded performance guarantee. Have recommended to others with 2 referral installs so far.

We wanted to purchase our solar panels , so Solarmax made the most sense . They were reasonably priced ... provided on line monitoring, great warranty , current technology and great follow up customer service . Very happy with my purchase and the $0 billing on my electric bill : )

Do not waste your time with this company, they have very poor communications from sales persons to company management, not clear with thier warranties offer and they are double of the price of what I was looking for , I have found a system better then what solar max offered for $20,000 less ,yes 20,000 less apple to apple I've got a system offers same kw hour per year for alot less, Sergio is the sale person guaranteed to match prices and never heard from him lol I wonder why!!!I've sent all the estimates copies to him as he requested and promised to get back to me after he get back with his mangers and have an answer withen one day now eight days later and he still not answering the phone or text messages. So I went ahead and signed up with Sungevite solar company. I advices anyone who sees this post to shop around and get planty of estimates and warranty is very important. Warranty should includes parts and labor and shipping, materials and roof from leaks be smart and stay away from solar max

The worst! hard pressure sale , told them no because I didn't want any out of pocket then they came back and said ok we can do it with no out of pocket. I said no ! again they said I would save so much on my energy bill the sales man became really friendly with us ( first name basis) told him I needed to talk to hubby so he wanted to talk to hubby to. Long story short they didn't put enough panels I was buying them so I still had a electric bill because I was not producing enough energy so I still needed to use the city for electrical. They put the panels on the wrong side of the house. after a year of back and forth I told them to pick them up they tried to sue me for 30k and I went to court told the judge the panels can be sold and used so the sued me for 8k for a rebate that I only received 6k ... RUN FAR FAST!!!!!!!

There is a reason why Solarmax systems are so cheap. They find the cheapest labor and send this unqualified cheap labor onto your roof. Remember that! The solar system I purchased a year ago is generating solar energy however the roof tiles that was broken by the incompetent labor crew cause a major water leak in my ceiling. And, Solarmax refused to take responsibility. My problem was just that.., my problem, not they're problem!

We have been totally happy with Solar Max - from the initial sales call to the installation to the followup and service. Highly recommend

Was anxious to purchase their system. Had credit check run only to find out their initial layout was inadequate and would not provide anywhere close to the maximum energy output. Did not do their homework during their initial assessment. Cancelled my contract!

Solar max was deceiving in their finance Plan, offering you 3 month no payment just to find out that it actually costed me 3 month financing throughout the length of the loan of 20 yr.

They informed and delivered. One year after installation, I can honestly rate them at the top o the scale.

Loving my system, Dan C. was an amazing friendly salesperson. He kept in touch with me the whole way. Love the system, and panels would recommend them to anyone. Mark J.

Their website after three times does not know where Tarzana,Calif is ,i don't need that kind of service

Everything as expected. No problems with Solar Max.