We had been researching different solar options for a couple months when representatives from…read moreSolarCo showed up at our door scheduling in-home consultations. We figured it wouldn't hurt to welcome them into our home for a no obligation quote, and our appointment was set for three days later. Wayne Mackenzie arrived on time, and we sat down to a pleasant conversation about the benefits of solar. He analyzed our current PG&E bill and yearly summary and educated us about how much we were paying on average and how much we could potentially save if we were to go solar. We were already interested at the time, but Wayne helped us to understand why SolarCo would be a better solution than other options, without putting any other companies down J. He wasn't pushy or demanding, like sales people can be, which made it a comfortable experience. One thing that sets SolarCo apart from other solar companies is that they do not contract out. Everyone we worked with was directly from SolarCo, from the Sales Consultant to the design team, to the Installers, down to Cameron, who worked hard to track us down for signatures and to drop off paperwork (even coming out to my work when he was running a few minutes late... no fault of his own, since SolarCo is located 43 miles away and there were accidents on the News that morning). From our initial conversation with Wayne until the building permits were signed, only 14 days had passed, and our solar system was complete and running just over a month later. The installers were very professional and clean. They upgraded our Electrical Panel along with the install and made sure we understood everything they were doing. Total install took less than 6 hours. The back of our house faces South, so the panels are visible from the backyard. From the front of the house nobody can even tell we have them. The Enlighten App we downloaded on our phones shows a layout of our system along with detailed information about how well each panel is producing. It is fun to open throughout the day to see how well the system is working, but the best part hands down is watching the meter go backwards, even when it is slightly overcast. Our bills went from in the 400s, to $250 when it was completed in the middle of a billing cycle, to $6 this past month! We are happy with our system, the customer service, and with the whole process. We would definitely recommend SolarCo to not just our family and friends, but anyone interested in lowering their PG&E bill. Thank you SolarCo!

SolarCo installed my system 7-Years ago and the system is still working great. Any time have…read morequestions there professional staff are always there to assist with the correct solutions.

Extremely Professional ! Goes for Jake and his entire Crew !…read more Outstanding work product Great communication and Very timely ! Left the place cleaner than when they arrived Can't recommend Jake and his crew enough !

I had a super positive experience from start to finish. After having solar installed by a big…read morecompany at my previous home, the difference was night and day. Jake was 100% a straight shooter. He listened to me. He was patient with me. He didn't BS me. He was flexible and creative as far as meeting my needs. He went above and beyond. It felt like doing business with a friend who actually cared. And wow he was FAST. 10 days after the job started we were up and running, approved by the county and PG&E! This took 3-4 months in my prior experience. He's well known and trusted by the county & inspectors. That's always a good thing. I couldn't be happier. He's also a local guy who only does local jobs and employs local folks. Feels good to support the local economy. I highly recommend Jake and his company.

Rodney and Rafael are great guys! They know their Solar! More importantly they know homes, offices,…read morebuilding and the codes and design criteria. There are some buildings that should not have solar on them due to their structure type. They are very knowledgeable, detailed and precise with a high level of personal integrity and pride in their designs and how the treat you. I had the pleasure of working with them on several projects. I have recommended them and will be using them on my home.

I'm so grateful that I found DIY Solar Planning! I have been wanting to do as much of the legwork…read moreas possible to install solar for my family, but I really wanted help from someone who knew what they were doing when it came to the permitting process. I was surprised by how many local companies had no interest in working with me when I told them I was purchasing my own equipment! From the moment I first spoke to Rodney, I knew I'd found the help we needed. He is friendly, attentive, responsive, and has gone above and beyond for us, and I can't recommend him highly enough. I'll come back and add to my review after our project is finished, but I have faith that all will go smoothly!

When our roof hot water system began leaking, A2Z Solar was recommended to by our normal solar…read morecompany due to the fact they no longer do this work. Mike came out right away and gave a very reasonable estimate. Even though he was booked three weeks out, a cancellation allowed him to complete it in two days. He is very friendly and easy to work with. I recommend A2Z for any solar needs

Got solar for our house and pool. Michael is the local owner and knows his stuff. Has been in the…read morebusiness for 25 years. Better pricing and service vs solar city.

Hiring Jeff Wakamiya at Renewable Solutions was by far the best decision I have ever made when…read moremaking improvements to my home, It has been 2 years since choosing him, and he has consistently informed me with any updated state programs that could benefit me. *Please note that not any of my friends who used other companies have ever had calls from their sales rep informing them of the SGIP program which would have allowed them free solar battery storage if they qualified. In fact, my friends have never had any follow up calls after the initial sales meeting.  Jeff and his team filed all the necessary forms needed to secure the free batteries for his customers who qualified. He did this without his receiving any remuneration from the CPUC. Jeff has been consistently professional, kind, informative, and has ALWAYS gone the "extra mile." I strongly recommend calling Jeff Wakamiya at Renewable Solutions to help you with any of your solar and roofing needs. You won't be sorry and you will be thankful that you chose his company! Ann M from Auburn

I purchased a system from Renewable Solutions a couple of years ago. I was very impressed by Jeff…read more He came prepared, he answered all of my questions, and he didn't pester me for my business even after devoting a few hours to educate me on solar. I received a couple of bids to get comfortable that the price was fair and made the decision to go with Renewable Solutions. During the installation, he continued to stay in contact with me and any time we had any issues come up, he made sure the issue was resolved. I was again impressed at the level he went to clear those hurdles because I feel like I normally have to beg and plead with home improvement people to get work completed. Two years later and I'm still pleased with my choice. By the way, it's important to clean your panels. It can make a 10+% difference in your production!

Joe's your local electrician who will get your work done promptly and on time. He definitely knows…read morewhat he is doing!! I recommend Eilhardt Electrical for your next pro.

The absolute best electrician in the area! Always prompt and reliable, when he says he is going to…read morebe there he is there! Work ethic is absolutely top notch. He wired all our remodel and we have never had any problems with any of the work. Very knowledgeable and helped with any questions we had. We are about to put in a generator and he spent a couple hours giving us ideas on what would be best for our needs. Showing us excellent service, advice and respect!

Walter - the owner of this company is amazing . He went out of his way to make sure I got same day…read morerepairs on my 220 plug and dryer plug . Love this guy and his services

Walter is one of those rare gems .. an honest, very capable, reliable contractors, who is very…read morecommitted to delighting his customers. Recently, we ran into issues with our fountain in front of our home. Using Youtube videos, my wife and I successfully replaced a pump at very low cost. Unfortunately, while we were careful to properly waterproof our splices, the fountain began tripping a GFI circuit. We know that when you are dealing with water and electricity, hiring a competent electrician is extremely prudent, both to assure a good repair, and to stay safe. I described the issue to Walter over the phone, and he immediately proposed a course of action, so that we would not be over-spending if a more basic repair would prove adequate. He quoted reasonable prices for his work, so we decided to schedule an appointment. He communicated properly, arrived with a mask for pandemic protection, and went right to work. He had the proper equipment and was able to confirm that it was indeed the GFI (and not the fountain unit) that needed replacement. We felt very comfortable with him, and discussed some future projects that we will want to do, after we have completed interior decorating. I am very confident that he will do a fabulous job for us when he returns, based on this experience, and those of our fellow Yelpers. Hire him!

I had solar installed for my home several months ago after finding Sunwave Energy on Google. I…read moredecided to wait a few months before posting a review so I could get a strong understanding of the level of financial savings I would experience over several months time. I have to say, I am so happy with my decision and my savings even slightly exceeded what my projected savings had. When I began shopping for solar I was pretty new to the concept and really needed to work with a company who was willing to educate me and walk me through the entire process. I contacted three companies and received consults/quotes from each of them. I worked directly with the owner of Sunwave, Jose Alvarez. He was knowledgeable, professional and detail-oriented and he clearly enjoys what he does. That was a huge determining factor for me in making my purchasing decision. I also found his price to be very competitive in comparison to the other estimates I received. I am very happy with my decision to give this locally-owned business my support. I would highly recommend considering them for your solar project.

Outstanding Service & Professionalism - Highly Recommend Sunwave Energy!…read more Working with Jose and the team at Sunwave Energy has been an incredible experience from start to finish. From our very first meeting, Jose was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to helping us find the right solar solution for our home. He took the time to walk us through every step of the process and made sure we understood all of our options. The installation of our brand new solar system and backup batteries went smoothly and was completed on time. The crew was respectful, efficient, and clearly experienced--they treated our home with care and kept the worksite clean throughout the project. What really stood out was the level of communication. Jose kept us updated every step of the way and was always available to answer any questions, even after the system was up and running. We feel confident knowing we have a reliable and responsive team behind our energy system. Now that everything is up and running, our energy bills have dropped significantly, and we have the peace of mind that comes with backup power during outages. It's a great feeling to be more energy independent and to know we worked with a company that truly cares about their customers. If you're considering solar, do yourself a favor and call Jose at Sunwave Energy. You won't regret it!