These guys are the best. Their staff are so professional and true experts. We've had a few random glitches with our inverter and they have been so quick to respond. Even sending out a team to verify the wiring connections and everything. Our system has been fantastic and produces just like it was designed to. Could not be happier. I highly recommend Carlsbad Solar. read more

Carlsbad Solar was so easy to work with Justin. I believe the owner he was a wealth of knowledge went over everything and laid it out perfectly on my roof. The two guys installing solar did an amazing very meticulous job landed all out. I would highly recommend this company. read more

Carlsbad Solar stands out in the solar energy industry, offering amazing service and many solutions. From the moment you engage with their team, it's evident that their commitment to customer satisfaction and quality of work is top-notch. A coworker recommended the company to me, and I am so glad I asked around. It's way better than going with those door-to-door salespeople trying to get you to buy solar. Before you go with any company, give Carlsbad Solar a call. One of the most impressive aspects of Carlsbad Solar is its dedication to customization. They understand that every client has unique needs and preferences, and they go above and beyond to tailor their solutions accordingly. Carlsbad Solar not only excels in technical expertise but also in customer service. From the first consultation to the final installation, their team is prompt, professional, and always ready to go the extra mile for client satisfaction. They take the time to educate their clients about the advantages of solar energy and guide them through every stage of the process, making the switch to solar a breeze. My system was installed swiftly. A few months later, my inverter stopped working. Carlsbad Solar promptly arranged for a replacement, getting my solar system back up and running in no time. Carlsbad Solar truly sets the benchmark for solar energy companies. Their dedication to superior customer service, quality work, and innovative solutions is unparalleled. If you're contemplating a switch to solar, I wholeheartedly recommend Carlsbad Solar - they won't disappoint you. read more

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Doing business with Carlsbad Solar was the worst decision we could have made. I would never recommend anyone do business with Carlsbad Solar. The owner will appear to be nice and friendly - until he's not (angrily cursed at me over the phone, even called my mother a profanity to me over the phone). In our experience, they seemed more concerned with selling the solar instead of providing any type of customer service. Save yourself some stress (and potentially money) - do business with another solar company instead of Carlsbad Solar. read more

We have had Carlsbad Solar for over 6 years now and couldn't happier with choosing them!We recently needed a service on our system and Justin and his team came right out and fixed the issue. The quality of service and communication is amazing and we have referred them to all of our family and friends because of this. Our year end true up bill is usually what we would have paid monthly before solar! We Highly recommend using Carlsbad Solar for your home or business. Justin and the team are great, communicative and so easy to work with. Thanks again Carlsbad Solar! read more

Justin serviced our solar battery twice, we could not have been happier with the experience. He is professional, knowledgeable and attentive. I highly recommend Carlsbad Solar for your energy needs. Their customer service is top notch and commitment to quality evident in every step of the process. read more

Oh wow, I can't believe I haven't left a review for Carlsbad Solar yet! After interviewing several companies regarding solar including looking at leases v. buying a system, we chose Justin and Carlsbad Solar to do our solar system install. We put our system in back at the end of 2018 and it's been doing great. Justin calculated how big of a system we needed (with a little wiggle room) and we've been covered every year. Installation happened fast and with no hassle. We had two minor issues - one right after install and one about a year later and both times Justin responded right away and was super helpful in getting our issues resolved. Nice family to work with and super happy we went with a local company. I've since recommended them several times. Thanks for the great work Justin! read more

Carlsbad Solar installed a battery system at my home recently. Their employees were prompt, professional, and pleasant. Owner Justin Foxx went above and beyond my expectations of customer service. Carlsbad Solar is a locally owned family company worthy of your business. I'd recommend them to anyone shopping for solar. read more

Justin, Jordan, and Jesse are first class from the start - and they are are like "GOOD" family. They "ALSO" have the best product in Southern California. Read SONNEN! Do your research and you will pick them - hands down - like the only way to go... BUY HERE folks - buy HERE! read more

Carlsbad Solar had been awesome to work with!!! Justin and his crew are knowledgeable, responsive and thorough and reliable! Thank you!! read more

I would love to give a huge shout out to Justin and his team at Carlsbad Solar! They have been an awesome partner and support for our community and school. They always go up and above to support Kelly and the Carlsbad community! If you need Solar, please support local and hit up Justin and his team. Thank you Justin for all you have done and do for Kelly School! read more

The best! They truly have have our interest in mind and are honest about our options. We are currently waiting for our 2nd home system to be live and both times Carlsbad Solar won the bid and again no regrets on using them. I love that they are a family business and they are always available. read more

I was looking to get a solar system to offset my electric bill and my friend Maureen T. (see her review here too) recommended Justin and Carlsbad Solar. Justin and his crew installed the panels in such a way that they're only barely visible from the edge, and only from the yard. He hid the conduit and the inverter in such a way that it doesn't even appear there's a solar system installed -- except by looking at the meter, which a month after the installation, is so far running a net negative. His crew also fixed some small roof leaks at no extra charge. The job got done on time and as quoted, too. Justin knows all the ins & outs of the HERO program, SDG&E's net metering programs, and tax credits. He's also a general contractor and I hired him to advise on some other improvements I had in mind. I fully recommend Justin and Carlsbad Solar! I'll put some pictures up soon. read more

I did a ton of research, compared several solar installers and chose Carlsbad Solar. They were quick, reasonable and flexible. Justin was always responsive and kept me updated at every step along the way. Look no further when choosing a solar company. read more

In August, when I received a warning notice from SDG&E that my electricity bill was going to be more than I was willing to pay, I turned my AC off and began to look into solar for a second time. In the past three years I found trying to make a solar decision overwhelming. I've had other estimates and other companies here. I'm a senior citizen and a widow. Though I don't know a lot about solar, I do know when a company is trying to take advantage of me cost wise. Justin, owner of Carlsbad Solar, took me in and treated me like his Mom. A day after I contacted him he was here to look at my roof and found the perfect place to install my solar panels. My home still looks beautiful and you can't see the solar panels from the street. He had the permit almost immediately after I signed an easy to understand contract. Fortunate for me, within a week the solar was on my roof and we were waiting on the city inspector. I love the way Justin works. He makes it Simple to understand, he's extremely knowledgeable and made great decisions for me on technical things I don't understand. He's been right here for me every time I've had a question. He personally answered all my emails within and hour or so. I love that there are no menus to get through when you call, Justin. If there's a problem, he has someone on it right a way. Very importantly, at least for us retired people, Justin saved me around $8,000 over other estimates I had and I believe I have a better system. I've received my first full month's bill from our friends at SDG&E. I owe nothing for electricity and have kWhs in reserve after only 1 month. Carlsbad Solar looked into the future for me and installed enough solar panels to cover my needs if I should purchase an electric vehicle or add a hot tub. I'm a very particular person and want things done correctly and they must look good! I couldn't be happier with my experience with Carlsbad Solar. Everyone that worked here was respectful, knowledgeable, polite, and efficient at what they did. I would highly recommend Carlsbad Solar and my friend Justin. read more

Top notch experience from beginning to end. Justin was able to come over to look at our roof and give us some advise same day when we called him for a proposal. We could tell right away that he knows solar in and out and what I really liked is that he understands all the technical aspects about it. Unlike other companies who sent a sales person for a sit down presentation, Justin has much more of the technical and contracting skills. He pointed out to us where the lines would run and how they would make it look good and match colors of the house etc. He takes pride in installing a system that works for the energy needs of the home while at the same time making it look as nice as possible. The project lead time is incredible. Shortly after signing with him we had the panels in our garage and just two days later or so they started to install them. This is a local family business and Justin hires his full time workers unlike some companies who contract the work out. During the installation there was a 6 inch gap or so between the panel rows and Justin told his team to redo the upper panels so they line up just right. He is a perfectionist and takes pride in his work. His employees asked whether to take their shoes off while inside my home, everybody is very respectful. We were told to drive by his home to see some of the panels since we live close by. We did so over a weekend and lo and behold he was on his roof working on his own system. We decided to go with 18 black on black panels and they look flawless. We have been up and running for a few days now and everything is working great. I couldn't be happier with this experience and highly recommend. read more

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Got my annual SDG&E bill a year after Carlsbad Solar's installation....$29! This really is a testament to Carlsbad Solar's research and accuracy. They said the system they designed would effectively negate my bill and they were pretty much right on. Amazing! Plus, I know I'm probably less concerned with my energy use now that I make my own. I still see new installations with conduit running all over their roof and down the outsides of their house. Why do people settle for ugly pipes all over their beautiful homes? I have to assume that they think all solar installations have to look terrible and they didn't talk to Carlsbad Solar! I couldn't be happier with my decision to go solar and Carlsbad Solar has met every claim they made. read more

When you reach out to Carlsbad Solar you'll find that you're Not Dealing with a Salesperson - You talk to the Contractor that takes you from A to Z!~ A rare find in the Solar Industry. When our job started and they had to make some adjustments, Justin was able to adapt and make some customizations to continue with the quality of work he strives to provide. Best of all he stuck to the original bid. We never felt alone in the process. Justin walked us through every step and gave us accurate timing and was normally even fast than anticipated. The quality, speed and involvement of Justin and his team was spot on! We don't make recommendations often, but we had such a great experience with Carlsbad Solar, we had to share. Thanks Again Carlsbad Solar! read more

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Carlsbad Solar goes beyond the call of duty. I did not qualify. But Justin continues to give me information on other companys,that may help me. Real trooper. If there was 10 stars I would give 10 stars THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! read more

We checked out 3 different Solar companies and had excellent representatives from each of them. We chose Carlsbad Solar because of Pete. He really knows and understands Carlsbad Solar and they absolutely stand behind their product. They are local and easy to access - Pete responds immediately to text messages and phone calls. He is also careful to walk us through each part of the process and communicate what is happening and when. Carlsbad Solar is not the most inexpensive, nor the most expensive. They definitely want their clients to be happy with their service/product. read more

Carlsbad Solar is not only a great company but the owners love to support our community. They donated generously to our Kelly Elementary Jog-A-Thon which raises money to pay for PE, Art, Music & Science. The Owners were so excited to be involved and were a pleasure to talk to. Thank you! Thank you! read more

These guys are over priced. They deliver extremely poor customer service. Find anyone else to use

We contacted Carlsbad Solar because we were getting a few solar bids for our Encinitas home. They are very knowledgable about the topography, California regulations, Federal rebate programs, SD G and E price hikes, competition and usage of subpar imported materials. He looked at our roof construction/pitch, Google maps sun exposure, year's worth of electricity/kilowatt usage, favorable rebates for home improvements and came up with the best program and costs for us. His company uses only materials from the U.S. Guarantee, warranty, fully covered for installation and usage. Carlsbad Solar is very competitive on pricing, their workmanship is stellar and the quality of work is unbeatable; excellent company and customer service. read more

My wife and I wanted to install solar and an AC/heating upgrade in our home and lost count of the number of companies we spoke to. The information, quotations and overall vibe we got ranged from the good, the bad to the ridiculous! By the time I contacted Carlsbad Solar I was beginning to get a feel for things and was starting to question a lot of what some companies were telling us and padding thousands onto the price with. Owner Justin provided the antidote. After a couple of minutes on the phone he told me what their price would be for similar systems and arranged a meeting. The company's licence dates back to the 70s with Justin's father and it's easy to see how they have been around so long with such a reputation. Their installation went smoothly despite interruptions from the inclement weather and the quality of the equipment, fitment and integration into the house is absolutely first class. Additionally, Carlsbad Solar recommended a superb company to do the AC install (Direct AC) at the same time and communication between them and mutual organization was flawless. Justin is extremely knowledgeable and only uses the best equipment and justifies everything they recommend. They were extremely competitive on price too, despite using high quality gear. With SDG&E's outrageous rate rises, now is the time to go solar. With so many companies out there, it's important to choose the best for something that you will rely on for more than 20 years. Give Justin a call and look no further! read more

The owner Justin does the quotes and does the install. He is extremely knowledgable and very patient. He explains the whole process and gives on the spot quotes. His prices are extremely competitive. My wife and I shopped around and spoke with over a dozen local companies. No one had better service and prices than Carlsbad Solar. Instead of just trying to make a sale Justin really does care. He tries to get you the best match for you home and the best value on the system. He also understands that your home is not just a "tool" and that it has value. Taking this into consideration he designs a system that not only works well and is efficient, but maintains your homes curb appeal. He is a true professional in this business. Another great benefit of this company is the turn around times which are quicker than any other company we spoke to. Weeks instead of months. When choosing a company do yourself, your home, and your wallet a favor and call Justin at Carlsbad Solar. Integrity matters to the customer and be rest assured you have found it in this company. Thanks Carlsbad Solar! read more

Ok not sure where to start. I have been getting quotes for solar for 7 years now and that is no exaggeration. I just felt that there were too many variables and all the companies were giving me drastically different prices & information. I found Carlsbad Solar through a friend that had gotten their solar done by them. When I called the first time I was unaware that I was speaking to the owner, Justin. I had so many questions because so many companies would give me conflicting information. He was so incredibly patient but what impressed me the most was that he had installed solar and he is an electrical engineer. That is what was always missing... Normally a sales man comes to sell you a system but they don't really know how it all works because they don't install them themselves so they can only give you the scripted answers. Everyone's house is different and the way we live in our homes is unique to each household. This is why Carlsbad Solar blows their competitors out of the water. Justin asked questions that I didn't think would matter. Like how old are your HVAC units? Do you want them to work when the power is out. Not all battery (we got solar and batteries) systems will have enough amps to start the HVAC system. I would hate to spend all of this money and find our later my air conditioning won't turn on during a power outage. It is little things like that which could turn out to be a huge issue. His pricing was excellent, he could get any panels I wanted if I preferred a particular brand, but above that it is a family run business. What an amazing family.They are just really good people and that means a lot to me. Given the choice to work with a small local family owned business versus a big company I will always pick the small family owned business. It is a no brainer. They were fast, clean & everything turned out as promised. I really couldn't be happier. My cousin used them for her solar and she is pleased as well. I wouldn't hesitate to use Carlsbad Solar again. In fact if we move they are who we will call, they are really that good. read more

I have research solar for over a year for my home in Carlsbad and found Carlsbad Solar. I met with Justin and he was very knowledgeable about the solar and explained everything in detail, financing programs etc.gave me a time frame of installation and was done on time. I would highly recommend this company. My solar is working beautifully its already started producing wonderful amounts of Energy. I'm very pleased with the whole overall experience. I got a true-up statement from SDGE for the year. $13.94. Couldn't be more please with this production. Thanks to Justin and his brother Jason. read more

We looked into a few companies for the solar on our Oceanside home. Carlsbad Solar not only answered the phone over the weekend while we were in town, but were very prompt in meeting with us. Their quote was not the lowest and we felt that it was more important to go with a local company who will be immediately available should we need them., especially since we are out of town most of the time. It took only a week to have our system installed and we are very pleased with our experience with Carlsbad Solar. I highly recommend Carlsbad Solar. read more

We all get the bids, the pitch, and the price. Carlsbad Solar not only does that but has deep knowledge of the process from design to final SDGE turn-on and everything in between. Ask them a question, you get the right timely answer. Those small items that you think they forgot about amidst all the main things they need to tend to..they come through. Service after sale...OK so don't know that yet but other posters do, so I will look forward to nothing but a complete response and fix should something occur. And here's something unique...a SD business that responds to their emails. Wow. Thanks guys. You made this a pleasant and cost effective solution. read more

When Carlsbad Solar came by to evaluate my system needs and give me a quote, I was so pleased and impressed with their knowledge and experience. We discussed my needs and planned a realistic system. No heavy sales pitch, no lies, no low bid only to have it changed at installation. They met all my expectations and surpassed them. I see why they have 5 stars on Yelp. Totally deserved. I truly feel lucky to have met the brothers and feel confident in the work they will do and feel I am in good hands. Thanks Guys! Note I will update this review after work is completed next week. Update: It's now a week later and the installation is done, inspected, permitted, approved by SDGE and operational...all in one week. They did an amazing and impressive job. They kept me informed of every step and process as it happened. and went the extra mile several times: from getting the install done in 2 days to digging a small trench, which I think they rarely do, to helping run the backup power connection to my main panel, to asking SDGE to attend to my application more quickly. As a result I was turned on in one day! Also, going way above and beyond what was expected, they ran the backup power from the inverter to my main electrical panel, so if the grid goes out and the inverter can produce power directly from the array, it will go directly to the appliances that need it, in the house without me having to run messy extension cords. A clean install that looks great and professional and exceeded my and my spouse's expectations. I felt well cared for in all my interactions with them, trusted them and they always over-delivered on their customer promise. It felt like i got a complete custom job, at off-the-shelf prices. Every other solar install company quoted me 35-60 days. Carlsbad Solar did it in 7. And at a better price with top-of-the line, new panels (made in USA) and inverter. One of the best experiences I've had and I've already been telling my friends and business associates. I feel lucky to have met them. If you are considering solar, even i you have settled on a vendor, it is definitely worth your time to call Carlsbad Solar and request a quote. read more

As our monthly electric bill continued to increase, we decided to jump into solar to address our home's electric needs. After doing a little research, we determined the size of the system and the components we wanted for our project so we can match up bids. We received 3 bids - 2 bids came from local Carlsbad companies. It became very apparent that Carlsbad Solar would be the company I would work with. Their bid was very competitive - they came up with the best price, schedule and overall, had a great impression with the company. You will see similar themes within their stellar Yelp reviews. The company isn't just a solar company but is a family business - their contractors license dates back to the 70's. Carlsbad Solar has an experienced, dedicated installation team. You aren't going to get random workers but a team that has worked together and knows how to install solar. They were very detailed in their work - they even painted the conduit lines to match the color of the house. The installation team is thoughtful and considerate by taking the time to answer my questions as they were working. They not only did a nice job with the installation, but took the extra time to clean up. When I worked with Justin, he estimated that he could have the system up and running within a week. The other bids I had received, estimated timelines between 6 and 12 weeks. I'm here to tell you that Carlsbad Solar did it. Not only did they have their work done within a day, the city permit and SDG&E start up was all completed within one week. My house is now on solar. We are very happy with our solar project and and I would work with Carlsbad Solar again on any future projects. read more

After multiple quotes we decided to go with Carlsbad solar. Juston installed the entire system within a month and made great recommendations to help us out for future planning . His quote came in lower than all others for a much higher capacity system. Justin continues to check in and answers any questions we have timely. I highly recommend not using pushy companies with high overhead and go with Justin and team. read more

Great family-owned business. Friendly employees, fast install. We signed the paperwork about two weeks ago and we had the city inspection of the installed panels yesterday. Could not believe how fast they got it done. Justin and Peter were great at explaining the process and helped us explore the best way to pay for the project. We were nervous about going solar, but Carlsbad Solar made it totally painless! We will be back if we ever need an install on another property. Recommended to others. read more

As a homeowner upgrading to solar power is one of the biggest upgrades you can do to your home. I had four bids from different solar companies, before deciding to go with Justin and his family team at Carlsbad Solar. I made this decision based on several factors. First I made sure to have all four companies bid on a system that would generate approx 120% of my previous 12 months of electricity usage. Next, I made sure to get bids from three nationwide companies (Tesla, Sun Power, Sun Run) and one local company, Carlsbad Solar. After careful consideration it was a no brainer, the local family-owned solar company was an easy decision. I was happy I let them bid last. They had the best price, the best customer service (Justin the owner), and the install team is mostly made up of family members. Justin has a twin brother and they are both hands-on at the job site working hard on the roof. Knowing the owners are up on your roof doing the work gives you the added security that the job is getting done right the first time. These guys do the extra stuff that you would never get from a nationwide solar company. They make sure the install is very clean and looks awesome and the panels are top quality. The black-edged panels they use are the cleanest I've ever seen. I could go on and on about why these guys are the best, but bottom line all their reviews say the same thing, they treat you like family. Also, I do not anticipate any problems, but I know if there is ever any problem Carlsbad Solar warranties all their work and they will be out immediately to handle any issue. Carlsbad Solar is local and they stand by their work. I would highly recommend Carlsbad Solar to any of my friends and family because Justin and his crew will treat you like family. read more

Cannot say enough good things about Justin, Jack and his team. They are true all-stars and made the process of getting solar a breeze from start to finish. I initially reached out to Carlsbad Solar while getting bids for the job. Within 30 minutes of contacting Justin at Carlsbad Solar, he was at my house, on the roof, measuring, inspecting and telling me what his job would entail. He was very up front, honest, professional but yet laid back and zero pressure. I could tell from the beginning he was just a good dude to do business with. Now that the job is done (and we are soaking up the sun and reaping the benefits), I look back and have to say they did a damn good job. Don't waste your time with multiple in-home meetings and phone conferences with other companies, big and small. I did the research for you and highly recommend Carlsbad Solar. Thank you guys! read more

We had an excellent experience with Carlsbad Solar. After reviewing several other installers (including some big name ones), we decided to support this local business. It was a no pressure experience. A shout-out to Justin and his team for a terrific job. After assessing our requirement, they provided us with easily understandable information on the amount of energy we would need to generate, system choices and specs, the process, as well as provided us with regular updates. The install itself took about two days. After noticing a misalignment of the panels with the roof tile border, they went back up to adjust and fix it. All debris was cleared and it would be hard to tell that a solar project had just been completed. Justin and his team were available to clarify any and all questions we had. Justin also made sure his designee was onsite for the city inspection, and they actually did a pre-inspection to make sure everything was in place. After reading horror stories on Yelp regarding some big name installers, and the 'snake oil salesman' feeling we had on some of our other interactions, it was a relief and a pleasure to work with Carlsbad Solar. Justin's the member who made the sale was also the person who climbed our roof for the install from start to finish. I heartily recommend them. read more

Jason and his whole team were extremely professional and very efficient. Their team even worked through the rain. Any time we had questions they were available to answer them promptly Often Jason or his brother Justin would come down and make sure the job was done quickly and correctly. I would highly recommend Carlsbad Solar to anyone who is looking for solar. read more

Stellar company to work with. Just had 21 panels installed and we are up and running! I obtained multiple bids for solar and ultimately decided on Carlsbad Solar, not only for their price, but for their customer service. Totally impressed with their work and professionalism. The installation was fast and was surprisingly quiet (I work from home and was able to continue to do so while they were installing the panels). Justin is extremely knowledgeable and was able to answer all of my questions/concerns. With the multitude of solar companies out there, I really feel that customer service is what makes a company stand out. They are a family-run business and they truly care about their customers' experience. I feel confident that if I ever have an issue with my panels in the future, they will be there to help me out. read more

My installation could not have gone better. This team nailed it on every aspect....customer service, knowledge, price, timeliness, quality materials and quality workmanship. They were super friendly and did exactly what they said they would do. I walked the street with Justin and showed him what I did not like about my neighbors installations. My solar is by far the cleanest, nicest looking solar in my neighborhood. They went out of their way to make the installation invisible. I have recommended them to friends and family. This is a good, trustable company. read more

These guys are good! I mean really good. They installed panels on two of my homes and I couldn't be more satisfied. Local family owned business that knows how to treat a client. They were extremely competitive in price and their work is clean. I really was nervous about going solar with so many companies competing for business. But after I met with Justin and his team that went out the window. These are good peeps that really care about your home and treat you like family. Calls returned promptly and all my questions were answered promptly. It's been two months and both systems are working flawlessly. read more