Semper Solaris

(349 reviews)

Devan was very friendly and knowledgeable and made us feel comfortable and trusting! He took all…read morethe time we needed as we had many questions about materials and the who

Thanks to Devan today for analyzing our issues & offering us solutions…read more Punctual, & professional. Was a referral from my neighbor next door.

California First Roofing

(51 reviews)

My shingle roof was not installed properly by another contractor and we had numerous leaks over the…read moreyears. I was fed up and replaced the entire roof with CFR. They did a great job and Lior was very helpful explaining and updating us with each step of the installation process. We have numerous skylights and solar panels and CFR took care of them all. I would highly recommend CFR.

BEWARE!!!!!!!! I am just appalled. I got my new roof 13 months ago. Within 2 months, I had my first…read moreleak. Excellent response from owner - sealed that leak up, no problem. Next issue, tried to open my skylight - the crew installed my skylight backwards, rendering it inoperable. Sent a guy out, reinstalled it, thought "great! no problem". So I went to open my skylight, it is broken, he damaged it on the re-install. Lastly, I'll let the photos speak for themselves. I have had a call from the owner, Lior Leviav, acknowledging his crew significantly damaged my eaves, burned my fascia, splintered the underside of my patio roof by using nails that were too large for the job, but I have had NO offer of help, repair, compensation to make this right. I obtained 3 quotes from professional painters who will need to file down these nails one by one, patch the holes, re-prime and paint, remove spilled tar from the eaves, repair burned fascia and the quotes range from $5500- $3500. I have submitted a formal request for payment so I can repair this damage that California First Roofing have caused and I have received no written response. There is not one single square foot of roof that is not punctured by these nail holes, splintering my wood. I am disgusted that a company as big as this cannot do the right thing and pay for the damage they caused. When speaking with Lior Leviav about a $4000 quote for repairs, (which does not include skylight repairs) Lior told me "It's not worth my while, the painter is trying to rip me off". In fact it is California First Roofing who is trying to rip ME off. I paid almost $15K for a roof that has leaked, rendered my skylight inoperable, absolutely destroyed the wood beams in my eaves and patio and am now being ignored. DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY! Heading to small claims court so I can get the repairs done. Will update as we go!

Weathermaster Roofing Services

(66 reviews)

We recently had the underlayment replaced on our tile roof, and this was honestly one of the best…read moreexperiences we've ever had working with a contractor. Chris, the owner, was straightforward, professional, and very hands-on throughout the entire project. What impressed me most was that he worked right alongside his crew every day and appeared to work just as hard as anyone on the team. The crew consistently arrived just before 7:00 AM, but never started work early out of consideration for us and our neighbors. They were dependable, communicative, and showed up exactly when they said they would. Another thing that really stood out was how clean and organized they kept the job site. At the end of each day, they thoroughly cleaned the area around our home, swept the sidewalks, and carefully searched for nails and debris. Chris was also very accurate and honest with his estimates. He explained upfront that any damaged wood replacement would be additional because it's impossible to know the extent of hidden damage ahead of time. In our case, there was a significant amount of dry rot and insect damage, but all of the extra woodwork still came in well within the estimated range he had provided. The project was also completed about a day earlier than expected. As an added touch, Chris even offered to paint the fascia for us if I supplied the matching paint. Overall, this was an outstanding experience from start to finish. We've worked with many contractors over the years, and this company ranks among the very best. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone needing roofing work done.

I am highly recommending Chris Wilder, Owner, of WEATHERMASTER Roofing Services. He and his crew…read morehave done an excellent job of installing a new "cool roof", fascia boards, and replaced damaged wood. Chris has completed the job in the time-frame he originally proposed. Chris is very knowledgeable, and he and his crew are very courteous. AND, everyday they clean up any debris around the house caused from their work. On a scale of 1 to 10, I give them a 12!

Diamond Roofing

4.6

(76 reviews)

Excellent crew. This is the third time we've used this company, and we couldn't be happier with…read moretheir work. With all this rain this year, and our aging house, I'm glad we have this company around to help. Joe came out to look at our roof leak. He accessed and gave me a quote using his service department (two man team, paid hourly). He figured it would save me money (versus a flat charge) since the work wasn't too big. Technicians came out the following week. Edmundo explained his work and did his magic so future water would divert more towards the gutters than the side of our house. Techs were both super nice and hard working. They finished the repair in a few hours. I received the invoice a few weeks later, and notice a small discrepancy. Joe verified the work with his technicians and fix the invoice. Excellent customer service! Communication, work and customer service is great. Love working with companies like this. Eventually we'll need to re-paper our whole roof. We'll definitely use Diamond Roofing again.

The sales rep Dan was polite and professional- he was able to quickly assess what repairs were…read moreneeded and explained it clearly. The team that came to do the repairs were also friendly and polite - the foreman showed me the damage and was thorough in explaining that some additional items were needed. Diamond Roofing sent me a report with photos documenting the repair which was awesome. At this point the proof will be in the pudding once it actually rains, but I do want to note the thorough job Dan and his team has done on the front end.

Ceus Roofing and Painting

4.8

(72 reviews)

It was time for a new roof and Emmanuel and Alex did an amazing job from start to finish. Emmanuel…read morecame out to give me a good estimate unfortunately as they did the job they discovered termite damage and horrible workmanship from the previous roofer. He brought me to the roof to show me everything first hand and discussed options. They worked amazingly clean and quickly and even two neighbors who are contractors commented on their work. Definitely recommend them highly

This company is run and installed by Emmanuel is very efficient, responsive, and does excellent…read morework, all the details are handled with care, the property is left spotless. This is our fourth reroofing with Ceus (we manage rentals in La Jolla) and it's been a pleasure to work with them every time. Highly recomended!

Cal Roof

4.6

(22 reviews)

Best Decision We Could Have Made…read more Choosing a company to replace your roof is a big decision. Your roof protects your home, your family, and a huge part of your property's value. So when the time came for us to replace ours, we looked at several companies. In the end, choosing Cal Roof was absolutely the right call. From start to finish, they were incredibly responsive, kind, caring, and professional. Every step of the process was handled with attention and care, and you could tell immediately that this is a company that truly takes pride in their work. They weren't the cheapest option, and honestly, when it comes to something as critical as your roof, do you really want the cheapest? At the same time, they weren't the most expensive either. What they were was honest, fair, and incredibly easy to work with. I worked directly with Doug, and he's just one of those people you immediately trust. He's personable, knowledgeable, and a straight shooter who clearly loves what he does. You get the sense that roofing is in his DNA. That authenticity and professionalism ultimately made the decision easy for us. The result? A beautiful new roof, no more leaks, and real peace of mind knowing our home is safe and dry. If I could offer one piece of advice to homeowners, it would be this: don't wait until your roof starts leaking like we did. Be proactive. Have your roof inspected regularly and work with a company you trust. For us, that company is Cal Roof. And choosing them was one of the best home improvement decisions we've made.

Cal Roof replaced our roof on 12/12/24. The process went smoothly, and the team finished in three…read moredays. They cleaned the surrounding area and property afterward. Although the manager was behind schedule on the first day, they promptly informed us, which we appreciated. After completion, we found several issues: broken garage panels, a missing attic panel, and exposed porch nails. We told the manager when he picked up the check. He called them 'just cosmetic' but said his team would fix them. No one came until I followed up, and repairs were finished on May 30, 2025, including replacing damaged wood on the porch and garage. About three months later (August 2025), brown stains appeared on the porch ceiling. When it rained, brown water poured from the gutters. I contacted the manager again, but he did not respond. The next week, a team member came while we were not home and painted over the porch wood, but this did not fix the stains or the underlying problem. Overall, the initial process and communication would be a 5/5, but the quality of the work and follow-through would be closer to a 3/5.

East County Solar Panel Cleaning

(4 reviews)

This company was amazing I reached out on a Sunday which I assumed they would be closed, but no…read morethey messaged me within a few minutes. They gave me a great quote and we set up for an appointment for the following day. They pointed out some areas in the gutters that needed to be fixed, and they did an amazing job cleaning out my gutters I would highly recommend them, and will definitely use them again. I had a question about a mesh guard that I could place on top of the gutters to try to keep out leafs, and they answered all my questions. And are quoting me on getting that installed as well.

Price was reasonable and gave a very thorough cleaning. The guys were great and very professional…read more They took before and after photos as well as a roof tile inspection. Before I was producing roughly 280 watts, and now I am producing more than 350+. Excellent service and quality customer service. No surprise prices which I appreciated!

Sully-Jones Roofing

4.2

(40 reviews)

I wish I could give a better review because the people I worked with were professional and…read morecourteous. However, the work they were hired to do never got done properly. I had a leak they they tried to fix 4 times. Unfortunately, they were never able to fix the problem. The rains that we just had confirmed that leak was still there proving the 4th attempt was unsuccessful. Now I still have a leak in my roof and I am out $4000.00. I added some pictures of the work they did. After the first repair failed they sent the guys back who randomly put patches and roof mastic on where they though the water may be getting through. That didn't fix the problem so they sent another crew out and the roof leaked they were done as well.

Unfortunately I had a very unpleasant experience with this company, not sure if it's the management…read moreor this employee but the service felt like I was being tricked. It started off well, received a quote but when I met with this man, Alfredo, he started adding other things onto what was quoted before and changing the price after the service started. Felt like I was going in circles trying to get ahold of anyone. I decided to discontinue service with them and go another route because of how unorganized and unprofessional they are. I just want others to be aware of what I went through to prevent someone else from having to experience the same thing.

Howard & Sons

4.6

(37 reviews)

We just had our roof completed by Howard & Sons yesterday, and we could not be any happier with the…read morewhole team from Cesar who met with us originally and informed us about the condition of our roof and made the correct recommendations based on our roof. Also Miguel their head project manager was absolutely fantastic, and he took his time to complete the project without cutting any corners as he was doing his own house. I would most certainly recommend them with confidence knowing that they will do a great job and recommend the correct roofing project based on your roof type and condition.

We had our roof assessed and then some repairs done, mostly to the flat roof. The roofing team was…read moreexcellent and went above and beyond for us, and they even removed an old satellite dish for free. We did have some hiccups with the invoicing originally, but got it worked out with the office team. They do also take Zelle payments which is nice. All in all, we would use them again and would recommend to anyone needing a roof repair.

Absolute Duct & Chimney Cleaning

(344 reviews)

Absolute and David, especially, were outstanding. 6 stars!…read moreVery knowledgeable and thorough. They solved a looming problem. Vent for dryer is now clean. Highly recommended.

Absolute Duct & Chimney Cleaning is the BEST!!! David and Luis were fabulous in providing…read moreoutstanding customer service! I have used Absolute 3 times now and every time it has been a pleasure working with them. I highly recommend this company.

Premo Electric

(968 reviews)

I am so grateful for Sergio and Co…read more Yesterday, I had a different company install 2 light fixtures. The tech left and told me that the fixtures were not functioning and would need to be diagnosed with another visit. I was given a quote for 1100 dollars to fix the issue. I called Premo and Sergio sent over 2 techs within the hour. They were able to resolve the issue in half an hour. They were polite and professional. It was a simple fix and it cost me $350 vs 1100. I would highly recommend Premo for their fast service, good pricing, and competent technicians. So happy to have used them!!!

10/10 Recommend! I…read morehad a ceiling fan emergency this weekend and Premo came to the rescue! A different company incorrectly installed my fan and it started to drop from my ceiling and cracked the dry wall around it. Premo was amazing, came out and reinstalled the fan properly and explained what went wrong from the previous install. They also did an amazing patch job. I'm beyond thankful and will be using Premo for all electrical projects going forward!

Sherpa Gutters

4.8

(13 reviews)

Initial service was good, follow up was pathetic. Will look for alternate professional service.read more

They did a great job yesterday at my house. I am yet to wait for the next rain ti see how it goes…read more But for now, I'm extremely impressed with the service I received from this company. Their technician, Abiel, came to my home to provide a quote for gutter installation. He was professional, knowledgeable, and provided a detailed explanation of the work to be done. He came two days later with his uncle for the installation. Everything went smoothly, and they executed the work perfectly. Abiel kept me informed throughout the process, ensuring I was satisfied with the progress. I highly recommend Abiel for any gutter-related work. They truly deliver exceptional service!

Attic Professional

(108 reviews)

Just a warning, this review is going to be pretty long. But if you're thinking about reinsulating…read moreyour home, that's a pretty big task, so I'll add as much detail as I can to help you! Background: The credit for green energy was ending in 2025, and I had always wanted to reinsulate my home because it was so cold in winter and super hot in summer. I went through many different companies and seeing how people felt about them, and I saw a lot of horror stories. I called up a few companies and found out that insulation is kind of like roofing, where a sales person and a tech comes, where the tech looks around and the sales person tries to scare you into using their company right then. They might say something like "your attic is super hot" (that's normal, well, up to a point), or "we'll give you a special deal if you say yes right now". Just kind of shady stuff overall. One big thing that people mention is that while insulation is good, you need to airseal your attic as well - this was another thing I was looking to get done. Initial Meeting: So I was kind of expecting that when I called Attic Professional. Fortunately, that was not the case at all! From other reviews you might have figured that the owner, Bryan, is incredibly respectful and treats customers well. I got to experience that as well. One thing I was surprised at is he had inside shoes (the kind you see in Japan) and put them on and off when walking around the house. He went up into my attic and really dug around to look for issues like pests or mold (besides the poor insulation layers). We went around the home together to look for clogged vents. He didn't try to sell me on anything - I remember reading one review that said he didn't try to sell them things they didn't need, and that was my experience too. He said they could put more insulation in on my existing one, or take out the old one and put new one in; but neither would have a substantial difference. I went ahead and asked him to remove the old insulation and put new insulation in just for cleanliness. I even later changed my mind and asked for a custom insulation scheme - some fiberglass batting and mostly blown-in, and he had no problem accommodating that. Oh, and they would include airsealing gaps in the attic with fire resistant foam! Reinsulation: A few weeks later, he and his team brought his truck up to my house. They covered many surfaces with plastic drop cloth to prevent insulation from flying around - they taped doorways so I could come through, and they taped cardboard to corners in the house so their insulation blower tube wouldn't cause damage. They put canvas drop cloths on the floors to protect them. There was a bit of fiberglass and debris around after, but it was very, very minor. I understand how difficult it is to be flawless with cleanup, but these guys were very good. The work was smooth and quick - only a few hours. I didn't have to add much input and the team was in and out. Bryan left for another site for an hour or so, but everyone was just as respectful as Bryan, and they told me he was a very good person to work for. Always nice to see that the employees have a good opinion of the company as well. One thing that I thought was interesting is after they removed all the previous insulation, they let me look at the attic and see how they stapled their measuring tapes. Apparently, some insulation companies will scam their customers and fold up their measuring tapes so it shows more insulation than what's actually in there. I was able to verify myself that all the measuring tapes were correct. Bryan and I did a final check on the attic together and I was very happy. Above and beyond: A month or so later, I was very curious about the insulation and really wanted to optimize the house, so I got one of those FLIR guns (temperature sensor guns) to see if the attic was perfectly insulated. As expected there were a few spots that had a bit of uneven insulation (after all, nobody's perfect), but for the most part everything was good. I sent Bryan a text about these spots, and he immediately he and his crew to come add some more insulation and pack it in. Now everything on the camera looks great. I think it's pretty rare to find such attention to quality, and I was very impressed. Results: In the San Diego weather by home would average 63 degrees when outside it was around 48. Now, the house never drops below 68, and it averages around 72 year round. When it's 85 degrees outside, it might be 76-78 inside. I've seen the temperature inside crack 80 maybe twice in the last year, and never seen it below 65. This is with no heater, no AC running EVER. So TLDR: I would completely recommend using Attic Professional for your insulation. Take a look at their price, but I find their quality far outshines anything I've seen, and I think I got a steal of a deal (with the now-removed credit sadly).

Weve got old compressed pink bats from the 70s and was probably getting R1-5. House gets cold and…read morewarm really easy. I requested a full clean out and blow in fiberglass. Bryan answered my project on Yelp and was the first to come and give me the quote. I knew from our interaction that we wanted to go with him. He was nice and didn't try to up sell us on anything. Told us what he saw and our straight up options. We knew what we wanted. We got a couple other quotes from other guys that were pushy with options and we knew they were giving us additional services even though it was obvious that there was no rodent activity in the attic. Bryan gave us a very competitive and reasonable price. His crew came, did the job, was super chill, and completed the job. House feels amazing now! Bryan, if you're reading this, you and your crew are awesome.

CSR Plumbing

(703 reviews)

Great experience start to finish:…read more * Prompt response on the phone * Rapid appointment scheduled with a 2 hour window * Julio showed up on the early side of the 2 hours, very professional and courteous * He fixed the problem rapidly, no hassle, no mess Great job and a great company!

We hired CSR Plumbing for our old cast iron pipes to be replaced and couldn't be happier with the…read morework. Our home had been completely remodeled last year for the exception of the cast iron pipes underneath our house. Huyen, and his crew was knowledgeable, professional, on time, and explained everything clearly before starting. They handled a messy, invasive job with care and kept the work area as clean as possible. The project was completed on schedule, the pricing was fair, and the quality of the workmanship really shows. If you're dealing with aging cast iron pipes and want the job done right the first time, I highly recommend this company.

Two Hands Cleaning

(1 review)

Prompt responses from both Theresa & Hannes. They arrived in a timely manner, and ready to go to…read morework. I was very happy with the friendly service, the home sparkled after two hands came thru.

From the owner: We are local San Diego Cleaning company that specializes in deep cleaning and move in, move out…read moreservices. We also offer full vacation rental and short term rental turn over. Call now for free estimate.

San Diego Dryer Vent Cleaning

(321 reviews)

This is the second time I've had SD Dryer Vent Cleaning service the dryer vent at our rental…read moreproperty. This time I asked for photos and he provided plenty of before and after photos. Looks great!! Safety is always my priority so I was glad he was able to take care of this so fast! What a great deal. Highly recommend!! :)

Frank and Rob did a great and efficient job of cleaning out my dryer vent. Additionally, Frank…read moreprovided very helpful information in advance of the appointment, courtesy updates the day of, and helpful updates and explanations along the way. Cleaned from both the roof and the dryer side of the vent. Highly recommend and great price.

California Electric Supply

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(8 reviews)

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This place is great! Friendly and fast employees, and lots…read moreof inventory. And the best part free popcorn and soda dispenser. GREAT Job GUYS. This is my favorite store. CONGRATULATIONS!

Angel is awesome. Very knowledgeable and friendly service. They have a ton of parts in stock or…read morecan order for a fast turn around.

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Josh K.

4 years ago

TLDR; if you want a company that is honest, professional, on time, keeps their word, personable, customer focused, organized, communicative, and treats you like they want you as a customer and not just your money.... LOOK ELSEWHERE. No joke. Am I upset? Yes. Am I frustrated? Yes. Do I regret doing business with Semper? Yes. I will post here a summary of my email communications with Semper throughout my solar permitting process alone. This does not even cover all the texts and phone calls and other conversations. Nor does this cover all the broken promises from various people that are at Semper that they would call back, escalate, get someone to reach back out regarding issues, etc. I'll tell you ONE thing Semper is good at. Lip service. That's all you will get. They will spew lines that you want to hear but they have NO ACTIONS to back any of it up. I think this summary will provide enough insight into what I experienced with Semper during the permitting process alone. May 18 - Josh first received info that they are having issues with the city regarding permits June 23 - Josh fwd certified engineer report (hired by Josh) to Sales Rep June 24 - Josh sent in additional documentation from the County regarding my home. June 29 - A week goes by. No update from Semper. Josh emails Semper for updates. Josh get's a reply from Semper that they accepted my documents, and that Semper needs to call the city. July 5 - ANOTHER week goes by with no update from Semper. Josh emails Semper for updates. Semper replies back that they spoke with the city and placed the project in their design queue. July 11 - ANOTHER week goes by with NO update from Semper. Josh contacts the City of Vista and City said that Semper has NOT submitted anything yet. I reach out to Semper with my findings and forward them the checklist that the city provided me. Semper replies that they will submit plans the next morning, July 12. July 15 - Josh emails Semper for update. Semper replies that they resubmitted Tuesday July 12. Josh asks for estimated time that I would have panels producing. NO ANSWER July 20 - FIVE days go by. Josh asks for update pleading for Semper to expedite due to summer heat. NO REPLY from Semper Aug 11 - THREE WEEKS go by and no update. Josh called the city and left a voicemail . Josh reaches out to Semper for update. Semper replies and states that they have contacted city and are waiting for updates. Aug 24 - TWO WEEKs go by. Josh calls the city for an update. City informs Josh that they are waiting for Semper to SUBMIT all the CORRECT documentation that they requested on 8/16. Josh emails Semper with this information. Semper replies that they are working with the city to get the right documentation to them. Semper states that city requested a new correction. Why does Semper not already know the correct documentation required? Have they not done a solar project in the City of Vista before? Isn't the permit department the experts on permits? Aug 25 - Josh emails Semper for updates. Josh contacts the city and the city informs Josh that the city provided information from the beginning regarding ALL the required documentation that Semper needed to submit. This is contrary to what Semper stated. Aug 26 - Semper emails Josh that PERMITS ARE ISSUED. 58 DAYS! TWO MONTHS from the point when Semper submitted the documentation regarding my home's build status to when permits were issued. Don't say that I didn't warn you! ****UPDATE**** So I talked with Constantino, some kind of executive sales or something... someone assigned to deal with the customer sat issue. They offered me the following: $200 off of the $850 cost to install the CT monitoring module and in exchange for me to remove any "disparaging" remarks about Semper. 1. All of my remarks are 100% true and I have all the facts and documentation to back them up. 2. $850 to install a $50 part? Come on. I get it, they need to make money. But $850 for a small part that simply goes into the panel? 1hour of work max? I work as a professional in the IT consulting industry and I am billed out at $240/hr. Even at that rate I would have to have worked 3 hours to charge that much. Geez. 3. My intention was to never remove this review. I would of course have gladly updated it with positive comments on how Semper went out of their way to make things right, how they apologized for all the inconvenience, etc. But nope, They did none of that. So I am here to update my review further. It's a shame that they use the veteran card to promote their business. Veterans would be ashamed. Once they get you to sign and install, you are stuck. I should have known better and just CANCELED the day the installers showed up. It would have been worth it to just cancel and start from scratch with a new provider. I missed all of Summer anyways. read more

Darren L.

7 years ago

My project consisted of installation of a new 8-panel array and LGChem battery, and repair of a 7-panel older system. Five stars for the ultimate quality of the work and for the responsiveness of Mike V, our project manager. Mike was knowledgeable, responded within a day to every question, and was respectful in every interaction. (I especially appreciated this because I have the impression (self-generated) that as an "entitled" engineering professor whose research concerns photovoltaic materials, I was somewhat more annoying than the average customer!) In the end, the system is working as advertised and I am happy with it. However, for a few reasons, my five-star review should really be something more like 4.6 stars, because it wasn't seamless and my project took somewhat more stewardship on my part than I was expecting it to. Estimated completion time - It took quite a lot longer than we were made to believe from signing the contract to when the entirety of the work I discussed with sales was ultimately completed (almost 5 months). Granted much of this is the result of permitting and inspection processes at the city and utility, but some of it was just delay. I felt that sales could do a better job with the accuracy of their projected completion time (I think I was quoted, verbally, something like 6-8 weeks on January 10th, I signed the contract on January 19th, but all the work wasn't done by June 4th). So, I think sales could manage expectations somewhat better. Communication between departments - I had asked sales to include a repair estimate for a broken panel. I have, in writing, from my rep that this repair would be included in the contract. It wasn't in the contract, which I mistakenly signed anyway, because the way the layout was labeled (an arrow pointing near the broken panel on the existing array). So, the project blueprint led me to believe the repair was included, because, I asked for it, and was told it would be there, so why wouldn't it be? This issue was eventually resolved during the course of a problem I experienced after the installation of the new system (see below). Somewhat more communication/awareness of certain issues by the installers - I am a solar nerd. I have something like 40 peer reviewed papers in the scientific literature on photovoltaic materials (https://www.lipomigroup.org/the-attic-loft and http://theconversation.com/designing-a-solar-tarp-a-foldable-packable-way-to-generate-power-from-the-sun-100350), so I have some awareness of how my existing system was performing. After the new array was installed, my old array was no longer working. The inverter was on, but it was fried. Granted, it was 12 years old and may never have been turned off since it was installed in 2007, but what I assumed to have happened was that the inverter was turned off by the installers, and then did not turn back on despite the installers turning it back to the "on" position. So, the inverter either broke on their watch or broke as the result of an *extreme* coincidence. (My utility bills confirm that the old inverter was working up until the new array was installed.) A less attentive customer wouldn't have realized the old system was no longer functioning, because the installers didn't say anything. The net result is that I had to have a second visit by the service department to replace the inverter (for $1900), but Mike was able to get us a replacement panel for the broken one in the array (which I erroneously thought was part of the initial quote) completely for free. The following comment is not specific to Semper, except insofar as Mike V was able to walk us through it - Be aware that shading (from trees, building design elements, etc.) will have a much more significant effect on your power production than you think it will, especially while the battery is charging. My old array has a much better performance when some of the panels are shaded than does the new (Semper) array. This is apparently because for the new array, it takes a certain threshold voltage to charge the battery at the expense of current and thus total power. Mike investigated this issue personally (a certain 60-ft Washingtonia shades the array for about 90 min per day this time of year) and was very patient with me despite my many questions. So, in all, I would do it again. In the end, it is about how you are treated if your project doesn't go 100% smoothly, and the ultimate quality of the work. Cheers! read more

Alexander F.

8 years ago

In short, Semper Solaris is a large solar installation company that is efficient and courteous. John Renteria was our project manager, and he did an awesome job explaining all to us and giving us project updates! The crew was on time and did a good job! Only little complaint: they took 5 weeks to submit for the permits; while not violating the contract, i hoped it wouldn't take more than a week. Part 1: Decision to go Solar With a mixture of yelp, google, neighbors and the california solar statistics data (more to that later) I selected about 6 companies and had them over to give me their spiel and the calculations on return of investment. I did this in March 2018, right when DR-SES (SDG&E default solar plan with time of use) was around the corner. Several companies, like ASI Hastings, didn't have the tools to calculate based on this plan. Semper had it right away without asking for it - so that was a plus sign. Part 2: Selection and of Technology As of this writing, it boils down to two options: 1. Panels with SolarEdge Inverter with by panel optimizers 2. Microinverters (turn DC to AC right at panel) both have there pro's and cons (e.g. if a microinverter fails, you have to go to the panel (on the roof), microinverters have smaller footprint, SolarEdge might make it easier for addition of a battery, and more) I decided to go with SolarEdge, mostly because it allows panel-by-panel monitoring and the monitoring software is very good. Part 3: Selection of Panels I have no roof size restrictions, so i can go with any panel size and efficiency. After the first year, i personally doubt that panels will have any defect after that. So for me, the selection was purely on price, performance and degradation rate. Although Sunpower claims it's best, Panasonic right now has the better panel and LG and Hyndai are not far behind. Part 4: Negotiations I was talking with ASI hastings, cosmic solar, sunline, SolarTech, Green Energy, Millholand, solaire and of course Semper Solaris. I would tell the companies you are talking to several other companies but not mention names, that makes it more likely that they will give you a better price up front and -added benefit- the duration of their sales spiel will be shorter. After that it's negotiations (they ALL will come down in their price!). Interestingly, I got the best price with Sunpower Panels and SolarEdge from Semper. Key here is really to get multiple quotes. The deal you will get in the end depends on the time of year and the individual companies schedule. One other thing i did was to download the data from the california solar data base,( https://www.californiadgstats.ca.gov/downloads/ ), you need to be pretty data savvy to analyze this but it gives the cost of all previous installation! Even besides size and panel type, all installations are a bit different (e.g. roof access, panel upgrades) but it may give you a good idea of for what price you can push! Part 5: Installation We ended up financing with SD Metropolitan which went through without trouble. 4/2: Signed contract 5/8: submitted permit application to city 5/21: permission recieved 5/25: system installed in 2 days Installation went without troubles. Crew was on time, friendly and did a good job (as far as i can tell). 6/7: Passed city inspection 6/11: permission to operate So, in total that was about 2 months (pretty close to what was stated in the contract). I know that other companies do everything fast track and in san diego county, you can be up and running within 2-3 weeks after signing contract, but likely, will pay a bit more for that. Part 6: operation all looking good so far. monitoring works well and the system produces slightly above what was promised. read more

Michael R.

7 months ago

Semper Solaris is an outstanding company. I highly recommend and endorse for anyone that is looking for a new or replacement solar system and/or roofing project. This is rather a lengthy review that I will break into two parts due to the complexity of the project. Bottom line up front, five of five stars and highly endorse this company. When we purchased the house in 2010, the builder included a solar system using Eagle Solar Roofs with SolarBlend from Suntech. Although this was a smaller system, it worked fine until November of 2024 and stopped working. After receiving several quotes, I decided to go with Semper Solaris with the initial consultation with Rhami Hasenin, their account executive and energy consultant. Rhami is professional, friendly, super responsive and knowledgeable. With Rhami's help during the consultation around energy needs in February, we decided to go with 16 new solar panels, a Tesla Powerwall 3 and replacing an old inverter to get the old system back online. Semper's project team is friendly, communicative, and ensures all aspects of the project move forward in a timely fashion including the design phase, City permits, coordinating with SDG&E, and scheduling the crews for onsite installation. Stephanie is a key member of this team and was always very pleasant during scheduling interactions. The new system was installed in April. The crew was efficient and friendly. Unfortunately, we could not get the old solar tiles working so in the summer decided to move forward with phase 2 of the project. This entailed the removal of the old solar tiles, a complete overhaul of the back roof with Semper's roofing team. I separately provided a review here Semper Home. Semper Solaris Roofing Field Director Christian Jimenez and his entire team are extremely professional, provide superior workmanship, and ensured the entire roofing project was completed to the highest standards. Here's the benefit, the roofing team works hand in hand with the solar team for seamless project execution. Fast forward, the solar team finished phase 2 with seven new additional panels tied to the new inverter in November. A standout during this phase was Alex Balbuena. His knowledge of inverters and seamlessly integrating all the systems was incredible. In addition, Semper worked closely with SDG&E on the permit applications to ensure our home was grandfathered into NEM 1 status per the original agreements in 2010. I am grateful to all parties involved as this was an important part of the overall project plan. Due to the overall complexity of this project, there were times when senior leadership/ownership of Semper Solaris had to be looped in. I can say the ownership team is client centric and strives to "do the right thing" when issues arise. In hindsight, I think Rhami and I would both agree we would not have messed with the old panels in the original project plan. That said, Rhami's patience and professionalism was highly appreciated over the entire project lifecycle in 2025. There were lots of unknowns and variables and Rhami delivered by helping me navigate this from start to finish. We have passed the final City inspection and the project has come to a positive conclusion. Semper Solaris is a fantastic company. A massive Thank You to everyone at Semper Solaris. This is one extremely happy customer! read more

Robert M.

2 years ago

Semper Solaris has recently completed a "lift and lay" contract, including twenty solar panels "remove and replace," on our roof. As a former trainer/coach/observer for hundreds of construction trade companies, I felt compelled to comment on their exemplary work. The very low-key pre-sale discussion with Mr. David Kaul was clear and inclusive of all options, including scheduling and pricing realities and possibilities of unforeseen conditions. This included a detailed pre-inspection, with pictures, of all aspects of our roof. There was no pressure in any direction. Since our tiles are concrete, they were re-usable, so the estimate included removing/storing the solar panels, lifting/stacking the tiles, stripping all the old paper and metal flashing down to bare wood, then passing a city inspection for proper preparation before completing a double layer, 40 weight paper replacement with new flashing throughout. Finally, the solar panels were to be re-installed to their original performance level. Once we committed to the project, we were given a projected start date. Then, the magic began. We were regularly appraised as the date grew near. On the projected start date, the TEAM all arrived early and considerately parked their vehicles in our cul-de-sac so that no neighbors were inconvenienced. There was no loud music or any unnecessary disturbance. Christian Jimenez, the project manager, arrived early and explained very clearly and professionally exactly what to expect. During our brief discussion, the team members INDEPENDENTLY began readying equipment and material. Every team member was friendly, professional, and self-starting. There was no shouting of orders - each person knew what needed and did it as if by telepathy. That continued throughout the project. Christian returned regularly to update me and to ensure that all needed was on hand and that no work stoppages occurred. As a result, the roofing portion of the project was completed a day early! After their jobsite cleanup, I found only a small piece of paper under a bush and a partial nail clip - incredibly clean! At no point in the process did I see any safety infractions! The completed roof looks GREAT! As Solar is a separate function within Semper Solaris, David Kaul and Christian Jimenez coordinated to get our solar panels re-installed promptly by the solar team. Again, the solar team arrived early and quietly. They parked considerately, then introduced themselves, explained their plan, and estimated the schedule. Each team member initiated whatever action was needed and, again, the job was completed ahead of schedule with no mess left behind and a fully functional solar system. There were no hidden costs. The project was completed perfectly! Of the hundreds of construction projects I have observed, this was the most impressive for all the reasons noted above. Thanks to David Kaul, Christian Jimenez, and each member of both teams. This is truly an exceptional TEAM! read more

Bob G.

10 years ago

i first contacted semper solaris in sept 2016. my son, matt, had semper solaris install his solar system approx 2 years ago and was very happy with the results and recommended calling semper solaris. i was contacted by mark albano phone #619 495 1587 within a few days and we set up an appointment, which my son also attended. mark was very informative and viewed the area where i wanted the panels to be set up. i told mark that i did not want the panels on the roof, but rather on a ground frame work. he had no problems with that kind of installation. mark looked at my sdge bills and calculated the kw usage and what he recommended as to how many panels would be needed. mark was good about explaining everything and answering all my questions. if he was not sure he said he would get back to me. i told mark i was going to think about the project and that i would get back to him. then, in i believe oct or nov i learned that mark had fallen and really messed up his back. he was in alot of pain and needed surgery. i called mark periodically to see how he was doing and when surgery was sheduled. i told him i would wait. mark was a very nice, informative person and i wanted him to be my sales person since i felt he was very honest and i trusted him. i believe it was in feb/ march that i contacted mark and gave him the approval to go on the project. the permits were obtained and then the installation (frame, ditches, concrete) start date was set. mark was very good at staying in touch and asking if i had any questions. also trevor, in the office, stayed in touch. the building inspector came to the project and all passed with no issues. the panels were installed on the frame and wiring connected to the electric service panel. the inspector, again came to the project and all passed. on june 22, 2016 the solar application was processed by sdge and several days later i turned on the solar panels. semper solaris, mark albano and trevor were very responsive in making sure that all issues were solved quickly and properly. the only issue that has not been solve yet is the internet connection from the solar control box to the house and semper solaris. they are going to send a techician out to see how to solve the problem, semper solaris was very professional through out the project and i would highly recommend using them if and when you decide to go solar. my system has been operational for only about three weeks, but i am very happy i choose semper over any of the other companies. bob g. read more

Scott G.

6 years ago

BEWARE of Semper Solaris. This is the first review I have ever written. If you are planning to put solar on your house, this is worth reading. My intention is to share my story, so this does not happen to anyone else. I signed a $50K+ contract with Joshua Daguman from Semper Solaris in August to build a patio cover with 20 solar panels and install 2 Tesla Powerwalls. I do not have a good south facing roof, so asked Josh on the feasibility to build a new patio cover with 20 solar panels as the roof. Josh said that it would not be an issue. He presented the pricing and although he wanted us to sign the contract immediately, we signed it a few days later. The communication was a cluster F from that point. We scheduled the on-site assessment and Semper instructed me to change my SDG&E rate structure from the standard rate to time-of-use, in order to qualify for the SGIP program. I was hesitant because the change would essentially double our monthly bill until the solar system and Powerwalls were installed. I clarified the rate increase in writing with Semper and they still pushed for me to change the rate structure. We changed it just before the weekend of 109 degree record setting temps. Later that week I was ready for the site assessment, but nobody showed up. After the "no show", I contacted Semper Solaris to learn that Semper canceled my contract 6 days earlier. I didn't even know that was possible to cancel a contract. I thought that was the whole intention of having a contract. During those 6 days I had communication with Josh about the time-of-use rates and he never told me that Semper was canceling the contract, why they did not want to complete the project, or to propose different options. I tried to contact the owners, but they seem to be untouchable, nobody within Semper can actually contact them. Josh did finally return my call and said they did not want to take the liability. I am still beyond livid. There is no way this would be acceptable in a normal corporate environment. So, now I am stuck with the 2X time-of-use rates and Semper gets to walk away. These solar companies only want to slap panels on a roof and get on to the next job. Maybe when the federal rebate is further reduced they will actually need to think about how they conduct business. If anyone reads this and they are thinking of going to Semper Solaris, stay away. This may happen to you. I hope this helps at least one person. read more

Lester W S.

6 years ago

[this posting was removed by YELP for reasons that make sense to themselves"" I'm reposting same...] "Oceanside, CA... This response was written on Feb 8, 2020 but was not posted until now due to my procrastinating nature... You have my apology Semper Solaris... Our experience with Semper Solaris (El Cajon) deserves critical comment. I want to sincerely thank the Semper Solaris organization for a very successful and professional solar project completion. From a technical perspective, the project was successful because everything worked per contractor's delivery schedule. My wife and I both agreed that Semper Solaris performance overall has been exemplary. The actual install of the solar system took only one day from start to finish without a glitch!! Likewise, we were extremely pleased with pricing and the applied discounts. Paying full price for an alternative power capability was not as painful as we expected. Good job Semper Solaris... Moreover, we really liked the way our expectations were managed by all Semper Solaris employees involved with our solar project. Thank you Mark (our initial consultant) for providing the wherewithal that enabled us to better understand the solar solution/technology being applied and how this project was to be completed. Administrative tasks were easily accomplished thanks to your DocuSign tool. The latter made signing of all required documents a breeze. We were especially pleased with the contract since we were able to take our time and read the entire document prior to signing. The contract content reflected exactly what was previously discussed and contained no additional or hidden fees. The permitting process was painless and we thank you for that as well. We were extremely pleased with Semper Solaris's system design and layout. Based on our understanding of the power needed to support our home and living style, Semper Solaris's system design was able to provide the necessary power and more, for the lifestyle style that we were accustomed to. Going Solar was a good decision on our part. Choosing Semper Solaris to get the job done right was a much better decision when it came time to commit. Life is good when you have REAL professionals to help you along the way... Enjoy your day.... Les" read more

Jimmy L.

6 years ago

This company is pretty competitive in the solar market and their customer service is good for the most part. The sales guy sort of goes hands off after you sign the contract, but if you message them, they will answer. My project was solar panels along with main panel upgrade. They do use subcontractors but you can have the option to not use subcontractors. I didnt do that and there were a few issues. All of them were resolved quickly by their contractors so their response was good. Because of this, i recommend you request to use only their employees. Everytime I come in contact with their employees, they were very respectful, wore mask, and communicative of their work. So there are some key things their subcontractors messed up one. The electricians for the main panel upgrade did a poor job. Got it done but poor quality. They managed to cut into my interior wall from the exterior. Luckily, no one inside or anything of value was against that wall. They didnt put back my rain gutter and the conduit for the main line on the roof was not weather proofed. they just spackled tar around the base plate and hole. I took pictures and showed Semper and it was taken care of within a week. They placed new shingles around and it was quality. The solar installation was done well and i had no issues with their quality of work and that was a sub contractor as well. The only gripe I had was the lady from that company. She was debating what is passable with the city inspector AS I WAS WALKING WITH THEM. The inspector dinged her for a rivet that secured a badge onto the front of the main panel. He passed it because it was small but expected her to come back and apply silicone over the rivet. Semper corrected it. Essentially if I asked for no subcontractors, I might of had a better experience. I gave them 4 stars because Semper fixed the issues that their subcontractors messed up on. Their response was quick and of quality. The solar installation was pretty fluid and deadlines were met besides the issues along the way. At the end if the electrician didn't mess up and the solar installer's liason actually took in the inspectors markings and siliconed that rivet. I would gave them 5 stars. read more

John F.

7 years ago

I can't say enough about the crew at Semper Solaris. I received continuous updates as to the status of the project, and return calls to questions and or concerns that I left on voice mail regardless of whether after hours, weekends or holidays. The project consisted of 26 panels and two Tesla battery walls, yes we use a lot of electricity. The panels went up on the new reconstructed roof that grew out to cover the driveway to become a carport. I requested that the conduit be run in the attic to keep the clean lines of the new roof, no problem! The two battery walls and all associated equipment went on the north facing wall by the service panel, they asked me how I wanted that set up. I said you know what has to go up there just make it look nice. What I got was just short of a work of art. Couldn't be happier! Due to issues with underlying projects the solar project didn't get truly started until November, I had a deadline of December 31st for my tax credit. They made it happen in spite of two major holidays. I received PTO From SDG&E December 27th. I will get the full credit for the solar project. It's a rare project that completes absolutely flawless, and this was no exception. While I could have gone with a four star review, I believe it"s not the mistakes that are made, but how they are handled. To this end Garrett is a shining star among so many companies that provide nothing but lip service. When the issues came to light, Garrett stepped up to handle the immediate concern, and made sure that the final resolution was completed to my satisfaction. Thank you Garrett, it is truly nice to run into someone who still practices Customer Service Excellence! While I would love to rave about how well the system is performing; well the fact of the matter is, we are only one month out of the shortest day of the year. So I guess I'll have to save that review for next year, but I can say at this point that I am happy with the performance so far. As for the rest of the staff and crew. I just want to say thank you one and all for your service, whether it be military or company, it has been a pleasure knowing and working with all of you! John F. Clairemont San Diego, Ca read more

Beatrice H.

7 years ago

Initially I contracted to have SolarWorld panels installed. Subsequently, after greater research, I declined to proceed with contract because the SolarWorld panels (17.3%) were much less efficient that SunPower (22.2%), Panasonic (19.7%), or LG panels (21.1%). Knowing that Semper Solaris only installed American-made panels, and had ceased doing business with SunPower, my only option was American-made Panasonic panels (VBHN330SA17). Semper Solaris does not install LG panels because they were not made in the United States, which disappointed me. Three months after the initial contract, I finalized a new contract including Panasonic panels for a slightly higher price. Kudos to Annie Shalita, for her patience in ensuring that all my concerns were addressed in the new contract, such as final payment upon SDG&E PTO, positioning the panels to maximize exposure to the sun, and out of view of the street. Thanks to Annie Shalita, my concerns regarding the second set of plans were addressed, such as a change in the manufacturer of the inverter (Enphase vs SolarEdge) and positioning of a ladder in view of the street. After a considerable delay for the city to approve the plans, the installation process was very smooth. Another big kudos to Billie Yako for coordinating the installation, inspection by the city of Encinitas, and permission to operate by SDG&E, arranging for personal instruction of the computer monitoring system Enlighten by Enphase, and patiently answering my many questions. Kudos also to Courtney Day for the home visit and to Tony in the office for answering my technically-related questions. During Courtney's visit, I realized there was no consumption monitoring feature in my Enlighten account, which was not brought to my attention previously. The consumption portion of the monitoring system is important to me and I have requested Courtney and Tony to investigate whether this feature is compatible with my electrical panel and it can be added. I will update my review after receiving word from Semper Solaris. read more

Chris S.

6 years ago

I cannot say enough good things about the Semper Solaris team and our sales rep, Paul Rampoldi. Last year we use SS to install solar for our home. We had bids by 2 other companies as well. Both companies were significantly higher and the sales reps were pushyer than we liked. Paul was very professional listened to what we wanted and was never pushy. Once we committed to SS Paul walked us through the whole process. I was able to call him anytime with questions. The installation went smoothly and during the process the rest of the team kept me informed as well. This past fall I noticed an ad for the Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP). This rebate program, offered by CA, is for a Tesla Powerwall backup system.The total rebate is $26,400. One way to qualify is to live in a high fire zone, have solar and your only source of water is an electric well. The first thing I did was call Paul Rampoldi to find out if we qualifies for the program. He was surprised to learn that we did not have city water or access to city water. He took our application and we qualified. Once again Paul and the rest of the team walked us through the process. At first I was concerned that because of COVID the CA would shut down the program and then we would be on the hook for the full cost. SS did not start the install until we had confirmation from the State and there was money set aside for our project. Prior to approval SS team came out and did everything they needed to do to prep for the install. As soon as this approval was given the installation was completed in less than a week. Again SS did not disappoint. The full team from Paul, office staff, rebate team and installation team were always kind,professional, answered our questions, were on time and returned our calls in a timely manner. I can' thank them enough for a job well done. My husband an I are very satisfied clients and recommend Paul and SS any chance a get. Thank again SS- Chris and Lisa read more

Timmy O.

1 year ago

Worked with Semper Solaris for a whole solar system with a Tesla Powerwall 3 battery system. First started conversation with Sandy at Semper back in 2023/2024 to quote as I was shopping around with other companies. Sandy had no problem accommodating our request for additional solar panels to be included (we ended up with 37 panels on our house, which is overkill but I'd prefer more than less). We ended up agreeing to the deal in around the March timeframe. The paperwork started immediately and about 2 weeks after we signed the agreement, we had the necessary permits to install at our house. They also provided all the documentation necessary to give to our HOA for their approval. They took care of all the paperwork very quickly and after about a month, we were scheduled for our install. The install took about a week. Colton and his team were amazing. We had very little interruption while they were installing and everything was taken care of. He would provide a daily update on what was done and what was planned for the next day. There was no question on what they were doing and he was more than happy to answer my questions. At this time, about 2 months after first signing the documents, we have the solar system installed, inspected, and just waiting for the Approval to Operate by SDG&E. This was the quickest turn on the solar project from any company I've received and throughout the entire process, I always got a check in from either Sandy or Colton checking on if everything was going well, if I had any problems, or if there was anything I needed further clarification on. There was a bit of trouble pairing the PowerWall 3 system to the Tesla App. Colton quickly made a call and in about 10 minutes, he worked with Tesla and got it connected no problems. I'm excited to see how this system works but I cannot say enough good things about Colton and Sandy. They followed through this project till the end. read more

Thomas L.

11 months ago

I can't say enough about the outstanding service I received from David Bell at Semper Solaris. Though my Enphase Solar Panels and Tesla Powerwall 3 installation haven't been inspected yet, I wanted to share my experience with David, who has been incredible throughout the planning and installation stages. From our initial meeting, David was professional, knowledgeable, and thorough. He took the time to understand my home's energy needs, answering all my questions, and explaining everything from how the Enphase solar system works to how the Tesla Powerwall 3 will integrate into my home. David didn't just try to sell me panels & a battery--he genuinely took the time to provide a solution to my energy requirements. What impressed me most about David was his excellent communication. He was always quick to respond to my emails and calls and kept me updated with clear timelines and next steps. I never had to chase him down for information--David always stayed ahead of the game, which made the entire process so much smoother. David went above and beyond to help me understand the potential energy savings and long-term benefits of both the Enphase panels and the Tesla Powerwall 3. He broke everything down in terms I could understand, and I left each conversation feeling more informed and confident in my decision. He didn't just offer a generic system; he tailored everything to fit my home's specific needs, ensuring that I would get the best value out of my investment. Though the installation is still in the works, I'm already incredibly impressed by David Bell's service and expertise. If you're considering solar or energy storage systems, I highly recommend reaching out to David. His professionalism, transparency, and commitment to delivering the best solution for his clients are unparalleled. I'm excited to see how everything turns out, and I have no doubt I'm in great hands with David and Semper Solaris! read more

Thomas M.

2 years ago

I very seldom write reviews for individuals, but in this case I feel compelled to do so. This is about one very special employee that works for Semper Solaris in the Customer Service Department. In my opinion Sirenna French whom I have had the distinct and absolute pleasure of working with in the resolution of an issue I encountered with her company, personifies professional excellence and what quality Customer Service is all about. From the very first phone contact to address my issue to my most recent experience with the final resolution of my issue she was exceptional. You might ask what do I mean when I say that. What it means is that she is caring, personable, knowledgeable, listens thoughtfully and offers a well thought out approach and recommendation for moving forward to resolution, and follows through. She far exceeded my highest expectations and should be commended and recognized for the quality Customer Service she provides. She is a prime example of high quality of Customer Service Personnel that Semper Solaris employs. Sirenna serves as a role model others would do well to emulate. If you are looking for a solar company, do your homework and research several companies before you make your decision. Having said that, and I emphasize to everyone reading this review, this is just my opinion. Based on my experience, you cannot go wrong and will not regret it if you choose Semper Solaris. It's not just about the purchase and installation of your solar system, but equally if not more important is the quality of support they provide thereafter when issues arise. I would like to emphasize that it's because of employees like Sirenna French, that in my opinion Semper Solaris stands head and shoulders above all the rest. Thank You Sirenna for being the best part of what Semper Solaris represents. read more

raven t.

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5 years ago

Our experience with Semper Solaris couldn't have gone better. We reviewed 6 prospective bidders. We had a fairly aggressive timeline we needed to have installation done within and that made finding quality installation with good products our focus. We narrowed it down to two companies based on price alone: Tesla and Semper. Both quoted very competitive systems, for our needs. But that is the only thing that was similar, price point. Customer service is also important when your having contractors do a large project. We never spoke to a person at Tesla, we never heard back from them when we emailed, no number was given and no person to call.. just all online forms to fill out and wait.. extremely frustrating! They never confirmed a timeline for installation and kept delaying getting us a finalized design. Our experience with Semper was vastly different. From the time we asked for a bid, my project manager called me and we kept in touch every step of the way. He took the time to explain the technology differences, he proposed several options and systems for us to ensure we picked one that met our needs. He emailed and called with projected timelines for each step in the process. Michael was always clear about possible processing times. He always made sure we understood what came next and responded with friendly follow up calls when that step was complete. Working for the Navy myself I am honored to hire a company that is owned and operated by military vets. And to have so many years of experience in the field, i had great confidence they could complete our job on time! I am happy to say they didn't just get it done on time, but we got installation done ( despite my ever changing deployment schedule) a month early! Hoorah! Raven Tran read more

Michael S.

7 years ago

I would like to say I went out to get 4 estimates for Solar and had some outrages quotes until Mark Ivory from Semper Solaris came over. First let me tell you the other three gave me cost ranges of over ten thousand dollars differences and all wanted to repair or upgrade my electrical panel at additional 3-5k more. Then when they heard the other quotes, they wanted to match that quote. Kind of late don't you think. Mark Ivory came over very polite and asked to see my electrical panel, by the way he was the only one that looked at the panel. After a glance of the meter we went inside, sat down and he explained the company he seemed so proud of. Then we got into the meat and potatoes. He was over ten thousand less and his product sounded better. Panasonic has a great name base and I asked about the efficiency which he proudly told me and of course I had been researching efficiency and Panasonic beat the others. Then when I asked about my electrical panel and how much he delighted me by saying they did not have to upgrade they would be putting in SDGEs box which did two things, saved me money and Mark Ivory said should cut down time because SDGEs equipment is added so they like to see it working. Well Mark Ivory and Semper Solaris were stating they would cut down time and put up a superior product. I did weigh all options and I went with Semper Solaris. As promised the time frame was cut down and Mark Ivory kept me informed the whole process. Delivering what they say seemed to be the norm. Semper Solaris would say next step should be in two to three weeks and a week later it was done. Mark Ivory seems to be working for a team that cares and wants customers satisfied. And I am completely satisfied with Semper Solaris. Mike Stevenson read more

Nancy T.

6 months ago

Jonathan Kibler from Semper Solaris was the epitome of help. One of my main goals in upgrading my home was to support energy efficiency and take advantage of programs and enhancements before they went away. I'm extremely proud of all the men and women in my family who have served in the military, including a number of them who were career military. I strongly support and deeply appreciate anyone who serves in the military. When I found out that Semper Solaris has done so much to help service members and their families, I knew it was a sign I should do business with Semper Solaris. Jonathan was the perfect person at the perfect time! He was thorough, patient, conveyed knowledge of what my best alternatives were and yet was not aggressive or pushy. Jonathan and Semper Solaris were great to work with. Everyone exemplified professionalism and commitment to doing the best job possible. Jonathan was very responsive and vigilant about any questions or concerns I had. For example, he explained the logistics of how many panels I might want/need. I knew I could have ordered fewer panels but due to the way Jonathan explained things, I ordered more than the basic number of solar panels. Part of the reason was because the more I worked with Jonathan and Semper Solaris, the more I knew I would want to stay with Semper Solaris for future projects. So far, I plan to have Semper Solaris install new windows, sliding glass doors and an HVAC system. Having more than the basic number of solar panels gave me the foundation for any future projects we do. Jonathan demonstrated extraordinary professionalism, knowledge and talent. Nancy T. read more

Jeff S.

8 years ago

This company is Fantastic ! I researched Solar for two years before I picked Semper. Anela my sales lady was really informative and no pressure what so ever. I work as a Firefighter, I am also a Veteran - They gave me a discount for both of these. I have 10 years experience building and remodeling homes. The quality of the work these folks do at the site is excellent. The installers asked me allot of questions about how and where I wanted everything installed. They also gave me really good feedback before I made a decision. Be flexible! They have great ideas - they do this every day. I live in Jamul, I have 17 Panels, it is currently 18:42 (6:42 pm). Thursday June 16, My system is at 38 kWh for power produced. My panels face south west. Good stuff !!!! My co-worker recommended Semper. Even though he did not go with Semper (because he lives in Fall brook, he wanted a closer company), Semper mailed the referral amount of $550 anyway. How awesome is that! It gets better. My friend had Semper mail the check to me which they did - Thank you Buzz ! I had Semper remove my old Electrical Panel. Jeremy the Electrician was Fantastic, do not judge people with tattoos. Jeremy has tattoos and he is one of the best electricians I have ever worked with. He stayed until 9pm and accurately installed and labeled my new Panel. All of Jeremy's work was nice and neat ! Semper has taken the time to gather a great deal of wonderful employees. All of the ladies that I dealt with on the phone were helpful and answered all of my questions. All the folks in the field are top notch !! Thank you Semper Solaris ! Jeff read more

Frances H.

3 years ago

From the beginning, I had three people tell me that Semper Solaris was great. Two neighbors, one has been a customer of Semper for 10 years and the other from a recent install. The third was a friend from church. I got in touch with Mark who from the beginning was a perfect gentleman. He is definitely not your typical sails person. He only contacted me when I contacted him. He never sold me anything I did not ask for. Infact I had him give me three different quotes, and he gladly put all three quotes together. Mark was not the used cars salesperson. Mark was great on giving me information and told me exactly what would happen and when. Now you can only imagine what my fear was when I and 15 thousand people wanted to sign up for Nims 2.0 at or before the expiration date. Needless to say, he and his team got it done. Infact, once the plans were drawn up, delivered to me by email and signed, the project was quickly done. The team that came out to install (Mark and John, directed by Ismael) took exactly on day to install my 16 panels. Can I say clean clean. These guys where so on top of their game. I had a younger gentleman that was putting up my rain gutters tell me "they are so efficient and work together as a team." Needless to say, they left my property clean as a whistle. Five business days later, the inspection for the panels was done and approved and 25 days later I had my permission to operate by the City. As far as I was concerned from the get go, the process took some time, but was very seamless. This is why I gave Mark, Ismael, Mark and John a 5 star review. read more

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