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    I went with Solar Optimum mainly because of reputation. I also wanted to go with a company that wasn't going to disappear in the next few years. There were cheaper quotes for the system I wanted, but they didn't quite meet the aforementioned requirements (one, although competent, was way too new to feel comfortable with). Another competitor, probably the biggest one in Southern California, came out for a presentation, but their package was strictly a lease and didn't make much sense at all for me. The point of solar panels is to save money, and the projected money I would save was completely offset by the monthly payment. So, I decided to buy my panels outright, along with the Tesla Powerwall 3. It all was pretty pricey, but I will qualify for the federal rebate since the purchase was before the end of 2025. At least that's what I think. I was assured that I would qualify if I had a fully paid invoice before the end of 2025; although there was some other talk about showing proof of operation before the year ended. Solar Optimum couldn't provide me with a definitive answer, but my CPA said a fully paid invoice would work just fine. We'll see. The whole process began around 5 months ago. It started off with a rep coming out for a site inspection in order to put together a plan for me. That went pretty smoothly. Communication was primarily via email and phone. Their main office is on the Glendale/Burbank border. I went a couple of times to drop correspondence off. Once they put the plan together and I signed off on it, the physical installation came a few months later. That took only a day and it looked pretty clean and professional. The next stage was for Edison, my electricity provider, to come out and install the adapter. But that took a couple of months for them to even get here, and when they did, it turned out they couldn't install it at all because the adapter was damaged. The installers had placed it in a bag, but didn't secure it properly. Unfortunately, water from the autumn rains got into the bag and damaged it. So, it took almost another month to replace the adapter and have another Edison tech come out to inspect and install it. The last step is to have the city come out to give a final inspection and to give the permit to operate. As of today, late December, the inspection has yet to be done and the solar panels are just sitting there, inoperable. I understand there was a lot of orders for solar as people were rushing to get their purchases in before the 2025 federal rebates ended. But it's been 5 months and I've already fully paid for a solar panel system that hasn't been even been turned on yet. I don't really blame Solar Optimum since I'm really on Edison's and the city's time, but it is frustrating having to wait so long. Once it is turned on, I'll update this review.

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    Solar Optimum's customer service was fantastic, helpful, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire project. Highly recommend!

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    Ask the Community - Solar Optimum Glendale

    Do you install Tesla solar panels?

    Hi Florin. Tesla does not make solar panels. They do manufacturer battery storage, which we install. For panels, we use only top-tier 1 brands like Panasonic, QCells, REC and Solar4America. Are you interested in receiving a complimentary solar and… 

    Why do you charge extra for credit card payments? and how much extra do you charge for using cc?

    Not for initial deposit, but every milestone in the project has a 3% service charge that is added to the bill. This is why we recommend ACH or check payments for the milestones.

    Do you guys install on Clay tile roof?

    I have a soft clay roof & got 5 quotes. They all said the same thing. They re-roof with composite, install the panels, then replace the tiles around the panels (called "inlay").… 

    So you clean already installed panels?

    Sorry. We do not offer this service of cleaning solar panels.

    Do you build the solar carport for residential house?

    Most residential carports will not qualify. We do carports for commercial 100kW and higher

    Do you have your own installation crews or do you outsource?

    Outsource

    Does Solar Optimum charge to upgrade the main panel when installing solar panel? If yes, how much is it?

    Yes, there is a charge in upgrading a main panel. Each specific situation could be different. Please contact on of our energy coordinators to provide more details. Call 818-745-1475.

    I already have Solar on my Roof. 44 Panels, 11.5 Kwh with two SMA Inverters, new 200A Service panel. I would like to add a Tesla Power wall. How long would it take and how…

    Hi Frank. I can have an energy coordinator contact you to discuss pricing and installation. Please provide your phone number or email address and we'll be in touch.

    Do you install solar pool heating systems?

    Solar Optimum does not install solar water heatrers.

    I am just starting to research solar panels and companies. What solar panels do you use? If more than one kind, can you tell us the approximate percentages of each installed in the last 2 or so years?

    Hi Lucia. Thank you for your question. We offer a variety of tier 1 solar panel brands and equipment. Feel free to contact one of our energy coordinators at 818-745-1475 to discuss the options and to schedule an appointment.

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    Solar Optimum and their representatives did an outstanding job of configuring and installing our solar system.

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    Specialist Roofing & Repair - Roof Repair Specialist is now Specialist Roofing and Repair. New name, same great service you've come to expect from our team.

    Specialist Roofing & Repair

    (751 reviews)

    I've been meaning to write this review for years, so here it goes-- I can't recommend this company…read moreenough! The associate who first came to assess our roof and give us a quote was super informative and respectful. There was no "hard sell" and he patiently answered all of our questions even though we were in the middle of other renovations and told him we wouldn't be making any decisions that day. He said "no problem" and sent us the quote to look over. Two months later we booked the job and were thrilled with the results. The whole process was easy and exactly what you'd expect from a good roofing company. They showed up exactly when they said they would, did a wonderful job and cleaned up before they left. Four years later our gutters started to leak. Mind you, this company sub-contracts out the gutter installation, so it technically wasn't their mistake. Specialist Roofing & Repair sent out a supervisor and fixed the issue-- no charge, no delay. All under warranty. They are a WONDERFUL company that does a great job and treats their customers with respect. Cannot recommend them highly enough.

    Let me just start by saying I'm a researcher. When I look for quotes, I first check Google to see…read morewhat the average price of my expected repair will cost, then get multiple quotes and compare both scope of work and cost. Upon initial inquiry, Specialist Roofing & Repair was pretty quick to reply, so I scheduled a consultation. One odd thing is, when I scheduled, they asked if the would be seeing both my husband and I or just me; I find this a strange question as what if I wasn't married? It is awfully assumptive to think I had to have a husband, but I digress. Noah was scheduled to perform the inspection. He was running a bit late and called about 5 minutes after our scheduled time letting me know he ran into some traffic and would be about another 5 minutes or so. He showed up 20 minutes later and it was the oddest thing, he parked in my driveway. When he came up to the door he asked if it was okay and I said okay, but honestly, I found it really strange and just didn't want to prolong the appointment. Upon inspection, he seemed very knowledgeable and personable and did a pretty thorough inspection taking pictures and videos of the roof and surrounding areas. As mentioned, I am the type to obtain multiple quotes, so I expected that after he did the inspection, we would go over his findings and a few days later I would receive a quote. After he did the inspection, he showed me a video of something the other roofers didn't, which was nice as I like a thorough job, but then said he would be in touch with a quote. I received a phone call a few days later asking to discuss findings, but when I called back, I got an AI bot which was then followed up by a call back from a real person. Oddly enough, when they called, they literally said nothing. They asked if it was a good time to talk and I said yes but they wanted to talk when "my husband was around." Even though I said it was a good time, they said they would call back. I followed up via Yelp message. It has been over a week and I have yet to receive any quote from them. Needless to say, I won't be going with this company. They aren't willing to work with just a woman and are unresponsive.

    Prime American Roofing

    Prime American Roofing

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    Our home sustained significant roof damage during the Santa Ana wind event that ultimately…read morecontributed to the Altadena fires in January 2025. Unfortunately, despite a lengthy back-and-forth with our insurance company, we received only a modest settlement toward the cost of replacing the entire roof. As a result, my wife spent considerable time researching roofing companies in hopes of finding a reputable, licensed contractor that could work within our budget. While several of the companies she contacted were professional and courteous, we ultimately chose Prime American Roofing--and we are extremely glad we did. Our Project Manager, Jonathan, worked closely with us and provided an estimate that fit our budget. He was friendly, communicative, and always available to answer questions or address concerns. His team handled all of the necessary permits through the City of Pasadena, making the process as smooth as possible. Most importantly, the roofing crew did a phenomenal job replacing our roof. The quality of their workmanship exceeded our expectations, and Jonathan and his team truly went the extra mile to ensure we were satisfied with the final result. I'm including some photographs with this review. We highly recommend Prime American Roofing to anyone looking for a licensed, bonded, reliable, professional, and customer-focused roofing company.

    UPDATE: Prime America Roofing has now addressed and resolved the concerns described in my original…read morereview. Following my original review, Prime America Roofing contacted me and took responsibility for addressing the issues I had raised regarding my $25,000+ silicone roof-coating project. I believe it is only fair to update my review to reflect that the company ultimately responded to my concerns and resolved the outstanding matters to my satisfaction. My original concerns were legitimate and accurately reflected my experience at the time. They included silicone overspray and splatter, components on the roof not being properly repositioned, an improperly routed AC condensate line that caused an operational problem, silicone residue left in an outdoor sink, and--most importantly at the time--a lack of follow-up after I initially reported these matters. Since then, however, Prime America Roofing has worked with me to address these concerns, and the issues have now been resolved. I appreciate a company that is willing to return, listen to a customer's concerns, and make things right. While I wish the project had been completed to this standard from the outset and that the initial follow-up had been more responsive, I also believe a contractor should receive appropriate credit when it ultimately stands behind its work. For that reason, I am updating my original review and rating to reflect the company's subsequent efforts and successful resolution of my concerns.

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    SLR Roofing

    (306 reviews)

    Reseda

    I just had my roof replaced by SLR Roofing, and I can't say enough good things about them! From the…read moremoment I reached out, everything was super professional. Tomer "Tom" was amazing to work with. He took the time to explain everything and really listened to my concerns. His customer service was top-notch, and he made the whole process feel easy. He also worked with the historical department to approve our roof since we are in a historical zone. Took longer, but it was out of his hands. Pricing was competitive and the work itself (after approved by city) only took 2 days. That alone deserves an award! I've worked with many contractors/companies in the past, and SLR truly exceeded my expectations. If only every company could be as great as SLR Roofing, the world would be a much better place!

    I had a great experience with SLR Roofing and highly recommend Daniel and his team. From start to…read morefinish, Daniel was professional, communicative, and made sure everything was done right. The team did an excellent job on our roof and gutters, including installing chicken wire covers for added protection. They worked efficiently, paid close attention to detail, and left the property clean when the job was finished. I really appreciated Daniel's responsiveness and the quality of the workmanship from the entire crew. It's refreshing to work with a company that takes pride in their work and follows through. Thank you to Daniel and the SLR Roofing team for a job well done! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and professional roofing or gutter work.

    AAA Expert Roofing

    AAA Expert Roofing

    (113 reviews)

    Woodland Hills

    If you need a new roof, look no further than AAA expert roofing, and ask for On. From getting an…read moreestimate to getting the roof installed, to inspections after a storm, On was there, always on time and very responsive. After an absolutely nightmare experience with our roof at the house we bought, I learned that it's actually not that easy to find honest and reliable roofers who are not out to rip you off. I'm very happy with the professionalism of the installers, they completely the job on schedule as promised, and the price we paid was in line with what we expected, given we had gotten estimates from numerous companies. Getting a new roof is no fun for sure, but you need to be in good hands. So give AAA a shot if you do.

    I have a small roof leak on my bathroom addition. Inquiry AAA through Yelp and have a promptly…read morefeedback of appointment time. On came out to inspect the roof and pointed out the various problems on the roof, and suggested a full replacement on the bathroom section. I also inquire about work on our garage (though it's not leaking, but it's in need of replacement). On gave me an estimate of work for both garage and bathroom in a terrific value; I was shocked initially since no other contractor has given me such a reasonable estimate. Written and later official estimate was given, and the cost, part, work was exactly as quoted (aside from plywood needed for the garage) On is very genuine and respectful. He maintains a very high level of communication, and you just feel greatly welcomed when talking to him. Out of the 4 days of work done, On is pretty much there every day to inspect and verify proper work is done by the crew. When the crew do finish their work at the end of each day, there is NO mess left behind in the house/garden. Everything is cleaned up and nearly placed by the wall. My wife was shocked and commented that the yard was cleaner than the day before. AAA Expert Roofing did a fantastic job in my home repair, and I'm glad I ve selected them.

    SoCal Roofing Solutions - All wrapped up in Whittier! On to the next! Thank you Laurie and April.

    SoCal Roofing Solutions

    (223 reviews)

    I had an excellent experience with So Cal Roofing. They completed a full roof replacement on my…read moresingle-family home, starting early Wednesday morning and finishing by Friday afternoon. The entire project was completed quickly, efficiently, and professionally, without sacrificing quality. Their communication was outstanding from beginning to end. Everyone--from the office staff and project managers to the crew working on the roof--was attentive, responsive, and accommodating to our needs. They kept us informed throughout the process and made sure everything went smoothly. The completed roof passed inspection with the City of Monterey Park, and I am extremely pleased with both the workmanship and the overall experience. So Cal Roofing is an excellent company, and I would highly recommend them to anyone needing roofing work.

    We had our roof completely replaced and gutters installed. Overall everything to do with these…read moreguys was great. The pricing was very competitive, and the speed in which they communicate is so nice. Installation was quick and painless. But really what stands out is all the little things they did. Before they started, they took a lot of care to cover things around the house and the garage. Our project manager Mike was so communicative during the process. After they were finished they cleaned up as if they were never here. And there are a bunch of little details like matching the paint on both sides of fascia that was replaced, or matching color around our chimney to the new roof color really set things apart for me. I would highly recommend working with SoCal Roofing.

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