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    Bob C.

    Just fantastic from start to finish. We were interested in solar and met with Josh for an initial consultation. He was incredibly informative and applied zero pressure. He explained the process, what our expectations could be, and the various programs and incentives we would be eligible for. We took about two months to mull it over and met with two other companies and there was no doubt who we felt most comfortable and confident with. After we signed, Josh handled all the hoops of the Burbank permitting process flawlessly and with great communication. The installation was perfect and his crew were punctual, clean, and polite. After installation, Josh again handled all the hoops of the inspection and Permission To Operate paperwork beautifully. We are now up and running and really happy with the results. We cannot recommend Josh and the Next Door team highly enough.

    PW3 Batteries

    Next Door Home Upgrades is the dream team of solar. They made the solar process a breeze with constant communication and clear expectations. Johnny at NDHU is friendly, knowledgeable and trustworthy with your solar needs. He sized our system perfectly with 20 panels and two Tesla PW3 batteries and plenty of room to grow if our demands increase. After researching solar and seeing the horror stories about Tesla installation taking forever and customer service nonexistence, Johnny was able to provide the local installation and top tier customer service while still installing the Tesla equipment we wanted. The whole process took less than 2 months (closer to one month) from start to finish and the install team at NDHU was fantastic. Started process on 8/19/25, installed on 9/11/25, city approval 9/15/25, pending SCE PTO. We had 3 quotes (Tesla, NDHU, other) which all were similar in cost, but NDHU is the way to go with their top-notch customer service and knowledgeable electrician/installers. If I had to do it all over again, I would not have changed a thing. If you want solar done the right way the first time, Next-Door Home Upgrades is where to go.

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    Daniel M.

    Josh, Johnny, and Sam have done an amazing job with our solar project. I have now referred multiple family members to them. If you're short on time, to summarize the long paragraphs ahead: Yes, you should do business with Next Door Solar. I got several quotes for solar. I got one from Next Door as well as one from Sunrun, a few from Electrum, and one from Better Earth. Sunrun was the most expensive however after looking at the reviews and equipment I ruled them out. Better Earth was reasonably priced but I felt pressured by the sales rep. Electrum, an online service, provided multiple quotes that were all a couple grand cheaper than any of the other quotes but when dealing with an expensive project on my home, I would have preferred to talk to the companies directly or even have them see the house instead of just me uploading my electric bill, reading a brief description on them, and getting a price. I just didn't really understand how those companies were set up and lacked confidence in the quality provided and long term sustainability when offering a cheap price and not being very hands on. There were 2 initial reasons why Next Door was a no-brainer to me. The first being that I felt confident that they were going to provide great customer service due to meeting the owners, the company being local, and talking to multiple of their clients who are very happy with them. Secondly, after investigation, the way Johnny has structured the business is friendly to long term success. That was a big concern for me due to a high turnover rate for solar companies the past couple of years. They don't just specialize in solar which means they can focus on different revenue streams in events where demand for solar is low. Furthermore, it is my understanding that they are very lean and don't have giant overhead costs like most other companies. So not only was I confident in their customer service, I was confident in them actually being around long term to be able to provide that service which is important with batteries, Net Energy Metering Changes, and regulations in the future. Now after having the team install the panels and get everything up and running. There are a few things I must mention. They did not subcontract the install which you could tell due to the seamless communication and expectation setting from Josh and the team. The workers were on time and although it was messy during the install, they did a good job cleaning up afterwards. They also walked me through the project beforehand so I understood where everything was being installed. They even went through the reasoning on where to place the combiner box so it doesn't face the backyard and take away from the aesthetics and placed it on the side of the house where it was more out of sight. The quality of the installation was great, no holes poking through the roof or crooked panels which you hear horror stories of. The inspector found no problems and signed off on the job during the first visit. Josh recapped the project with me and also explained a way to avoid the power access charge from LADWP by being on the correct service plan which I then helped my coworker who had gone solar previously switch as well. He also walked me through the app and how to verify that everything is working correctly. I am impressed with how above and beyond this company has been from sales to install to post installation. I look forward to working with Next Door for years to come and I hope this review serves as encouragement for other homeowners to work with them as well. Also I almost forgot to mention their nonprofit work. I won't do it justice trying to explain their impact but it is refreshing working with a company that is rooted in gratitude and giving back to others...

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    Johnny and his team were excellent. Great communication. Great advice. Great pricing. Highly recommended.

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    Nextdoor Solar provides excellent worksmanship, attentive customer service and durable solar products at reasonable prices.

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    Very polite,they were on time(very important), very knowledgeable,left the place cleaner than when they started.

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    Johnny and his team were great. I got a six panel system and installed quickly. Very professional and friendly.

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    AWS Solar

    (55 reviews)

    Sun Valley

    The 4th year production shows improvement over the 3rd year as I kept the panels clean. However,…read moreit's still about 4.8% below the minimum guaranteed production (accounting 0.25% maximum annual panel degradation). It's 4 year in a row now the system failed to produce the minimum guaranteed production. AWS Solar chose to compensate for the shortfall again; we'll see what the 5th year production looks like. I suggested replacing some of the panels with the higher power ones to solve the issue, but I guess they want to see more data.

    I hired AWS Solar to install solar panels on my home In May 2026. They completed the job a few…read moreweeks later. They did a very good jod. I am pleased. However, upon completeing the job, the project manager Tim Broughton called me, helped me log on to the Enphase app so that I could monitor the panels. After I confirmed that I was logged in, I was told that I was up and running And they were done. I was happy thinking I was now running on the sun. Wrong. So very wrong. I received my electric bill and astonished to see the electric portion was over $800.00. I called the power company and was told that the $130.00 application fee had not been paid. I notified Mr. Broughton and he immediatley saw that the bill for the application fee was paid and apologized for the error. Now the fun begins. I called the power company and asked when they would be out to install the proper meter for solar panels. I was informed that no application for a meter to be installed was on file and that I had to submit an application for interconnection. Hmm? No one mentioned anything to me about completing and application or that I had to contact the power company. I completed the PTO (Permission to Operate) form and based on the questions being asked and the information I needed to provide leads me to believe the Solar company was responsible for completing this form and sending the required fee. Ok. Lets not look to for someone to blame, lets just get the proper meter installed. I completed the PTO and submitted it. The power company came out a couple of weeks later and installed the a new meter. Onlyit was not a meter for solar panels. They installed the same new meter but it was the same meter as the meter I already had. I asked them why they didn't put on a solar meter and I was told that I needed to submit a PTO for a SOLAR METER, which is different. And by the way, they have a special person that installs solar meters and a special person to install regular meters. This seemed rather stupid to me. I ask the power comapany rep for the contact info for the solar department and he told he didn't know. I won't name the power company. LADwp. The one good thing the DWP rep did upon arriving to his office was to send an email to contact the proper department at the power company. I assumed he would have just gone about his business and let me flounder. I started on the second application which asked for job site photos. This was to me another indication that the solar installer was suppose to complete this form because Joe Citizen would not know what photos they were required. I did observe that periodically, the workers would take photos, but none were ever sent to me. Now I'm in the middle of August 2026 with fingers, legs, arms, eyes and anything else, maybe the dogs and cats, crossed hoping that this time I will get a meter. The bottom line is I would still recommend AWS SOLAR to anyone, but I'd have to caution them to make sure they get you connected and ALL fees are paid. Because I was dealing with the City of LA and being constantly sent to voice mail and waiting for call backs, this experience was horrendous.

    California Solar & Electric - Ensure uninterrupted energy during outages with our reliable solar backup power systems.

    California Solar & Electric

    (114 reviews)

    Within an hour of posting my initial review regarding a delayed referral bonus, the owner…read morepersonally reached out, apologized for the administrative oversight, and sent the $500 immediately. I really appreciate the direct accountability and quick resolution. I'm leaving my original review below for transparency, but their prompt response today restored my confidence in their management. I originally had a positive experience with California Solar Electric during my 10.12 kW solar and Powerwall 3 installation last year. Unfortunately, their post-install customer support and business ethics are nonexistent. I referred a friend who completed their installation months ago. I was explicitly promised a $500 referral bonus for this. After months of waiting, I tried following up multiple times privately to give them a chance to make it right, but I am now being completely ignored. It's a shame because I have several neighbors here in Fountain Valley who are currently shopping around for solar and battery storage. I was planning to refer them here, but I cannot recommend a company that fails to honor its own written agreements and ducks communication. Buyer beware: the installation team does good work, but do not trust a word management says about referral incentives or post-sale promises. Still waiting for my $500.

    California Solar and Electric. CS&E is simply the best. Call Mark Howe. Honest, reliable,…read moreprofessional, skilled and highly competitive. Best warranty and quality materials and labor. 949 637-9108. They are out of Santa Clarita. We are so happy and satisfied with our system and our bills have gone from $300 plus a month to less than $40 a month. Also when the power has gone out in our neighborhood the battery backup has saved the day. Stellar value, workmanship, professionalism and service plus a 25 year warranty. Highly recommended

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    Solar Solutions Company

    (36 reviews)

    I cannot say enough good things about Marco. I truly procrastinated on installing solar for a long…read moretime because I had heard so many horror stories about roof damage, leaks, and systems failing. I was extremely hesitant to move forward. From the very first conversation, Marco completely changed that. He has excellent communication skills and stayed in constant touch with me throughout the entire process. Every question I had was answered clearly and honestly, and he walked me through each step so I always knew what to expect. What is usually a stressful and painful process ended up being smooth and surprisingly easy. We started by doing our roof first, and shortly after, Los Angeles was hit with a major storm. Everything held up perfectly, which already gave me peace of mind. After that, we moved forward with the solar installation, and once again another storm came through. The system performed exactly as it should, with no issues at all and no damage to the roof. Marco made the entire experience feel organized, transparent, and stress free. I am so glad I waited until I found the right person to work with. If you are on the fence about solar or nervous like I was, Marco is someone you can truly trust. I would highly recommend him.

    I can't recommend Marco and his team highly enough. I first contacted Marco in early November…read more2025--right in the middle of the year-end rush when everyone (myself included) was trying to get their tax credit in before the deadline. Despite how hectic that time was, he had my system fully installed and running just over a month later, in early December. Beyond the end result, the overall experience was outstanding. If I texted Marco, his average response time was probably around 15 minutes. He answered all of my questions and genuinely made me feel like I was working with a real person, not a faceless big solar company or door-to-door charlatan. His pricing was about average for the market, but the service was easily 10/10. A couple of days after turning the system on, Marco proactively reached out to let me know my battery was showing an error code. He sent someone out and had it resolved within a few hours. That level of attentiveness and follow-through really sets him apart.

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    OC Solar

    (16 reviews)

    Hollywood

    I couldn't be happier with OC Solar! From start to finish, their team was professional,…read moreknowledgeable, and truly committed to finding the best solution for my home. They installed a complete solar system that's already making a noticeable difference in my energy bills. Even better, they set me up with backup batteries so I have peace of mind knowing I'll have power when I need it most. And the locked-in rate they secured for me? That's going to save me money for years to come. The installation crew was efficient and respectful of my property, and the whole process was much smoother than I expected. OC Solar made going solar easy and stress-free. If you're considering solar, I highly recommend OC Solar. They deliver quality work, excellent customer service, and real value. Five stars all the way!

    This has been an unnecessarily difficult process. Communication has been non-existent. I have…read morebeen handed off to various people every time I called trying to get information. They do a lot via text, which I liked, but it turned out not at all useful. I would text for updates, and hear nothing back. I would call to find out my contact was out of the office, on vacation, or any number of excuses. This went on for many weeks. I did not know the date for installation until a delivery of equipment showed up at my house unannounced. It was a good thing I happened to be home that day! I thought the installation itself had gone well. They installed the system in two days and everything looked great. Then, I had to wait for the meter collar to be installed. I was told it was going to be performed by their technician. Turns out it has to be done by SCE and that had not been scheduled. After I called again, SCE was finally notified. SCE arrived several days later to discover the cables were too short to install the meter. Now I have wait again for OC solar to come out again and fix this issue and wait again for SCE to finally install the meter so that I can use my new system. I hope the system works.

    Los Angeles Solar Pros - Los Angeles Solar Pros is here to serve all of your solar and battery storage needs.

    Los Angeles Solar Pros

    (63 reviews)

    If you do, study the contract! They sold my system based on the price of $218.88 per month on the…read more25 year plan. I learn that the fine print says it goes up to the real price after 12 months. So it is really $311.12 per month for the rest of 24 years. I had no other other problem. And I love it.

    I had a very tight timeframe and needed solar panels installed as soon as possible, so finding the…read moreright company was really important to me. I came across LA Solar Pros on Yelp and took the time to read through their reviews. After seeing so many positive experiences, I decided to reach out. I spoke with Shant on August 21st, and from that very first conversation, I felt like I was in good hands. He was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain the process to me. The quote he provided was also very reasonable. What impressed me the most was how quickly everything came together. My permit, installation, and inspection were all completed by September 3rd--and we passed inspection! Considering the tight timeframe I was working with, I honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience. I really appreciate Shant and the LA Solar Pros team for being responsive, professional, and making what could have been a stressful process feel easy. I'm very happy with my experience and would absolutely recommend LA Solar Pros to anyone looking for a solar company. Thank you, Shant, for helping make this happen so quickly!

    Shelter Roofing and Solar - Call (805)-523-2461 for a free Estimate. We are licensed and bonded with a General, Roofing and Electrical License issued by the CSLB.

    Shelter Roofing and Solar

    (145 reviews)

    Based on consistent good reviews, I contacted Shelter in August of 2025…read more We had experienced numerous electrical power outages for several years, so I began to investigate possible solutions. What I wanted ideally was a system that would automatically power our home in the event of a power failure. I initially looked at generator systems, but discovered several downsides to that technology. Generators need fuel, which could be be gasoline, diesel, or natural gas. Of these, natural gas was the most attractive, but that would require significant trenching for a new line around the house. In addition, placement of a generator was a problem, due to zoning requirements. Also, gasoline/diesel/natural gas generators have an internal combustion engine, which needs maintenance, like oil changes. The best solution for me was to have a battery backup system installed. This type of system is also known as a "power wall." Shelter recommended a 2-battery system made by FranklinWH (WH stands for Whole House). The batteries are 15 KWH each, for a total of 30 KWH. In our case, this is sufficient to power our home for 24 hours, even during the summer when we are using the central A/C. Other times of the year, 30 KWH would power everything for 48 hours or more. Since installation we have had several power failures, ranging from a few minutes to several hours. In all cases, the backup system kicked in so quickly that didn't even notice. We didn't even have to reset any clocks. When then grid power comes back online, the batteries recharge automatically. Shelter did a great job of understanding what we wanted, and provided an excellent solution. We had a very minor issue that we noticed several months later, and Shelter responded immediately to remedy the issue. I recommend Shelter Roofing and Solar without hesitation.

    We were very pleased with this company. We hired them to replace the underlayment on our 50-year…read moreold roof. The sales process was low key- no hard upselling. The project manager was personable. The work crew was very focused and diligent. The work was done in a very timely and conscientious manner. And the price was substantially better than what was quoted by other firms. We're already recommending them to other neighbors and friends.

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