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

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

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

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

Jacob was recommended to us by a friend. As soon as we met with Jake, it was clear he is extremely…read moreknowledgeable about solar and energy backup. We contracted with him to install a back up battery for our solar. Jake handled all the permit pulling, appointments for inspections and kept us updated on everything. He has an amazing group of coworkers who helped and were knowledgeable as well. Jake and his team were prompt and tidy. We are truly grateful and appreciative to Jacob and Alternative Energy Solutions. Highly recommend!

Jake showed up within timeframe appointment set, he listened to the details of my electrical…read moreproblem, assessed the situation, used problem-solving, critical-thinking & his professionalism to fix the problem most efficiently and cost effective. He identified other areas of improvement (free consultation) at no cost and made suggestions. Jake is very personalable, friendly, professional and knowledgeable in the electrician field. I highly recommend Jake, you will not be disappointed, so worth the cost.

Ghukas from LA Solar Group showed incredible patience throughout the troubleshooting process. He…read morespent nearly four hours repeating the same explanations to multiple Tesla support representatives and meticulously performing every diagnostic test Tesla requested, including providing photo evidence at each step. His persistence and technical expertise ultimately convinced Tesla that the issue was with the Tesla Gateway, and they agreed to replace it. I was with him throughout the entire four-hour process and witnessed firsthand the dedication and professionalism he brought to resolving the issue. He did an outstanding job and was truly amazing!

LA Solar just completed work on my roof and taking off and putting back on my solar panels. Their…read morecrew was polite and disciplined and each person stayed in their lane. Everyday they cleaned up any debris that may have fell and I have to say I am impressed. I am quite satisfied with the overall job. Thank-you to all at LA Solar.

The solar system was installed successfully and everything is working as advertised…read more Enrique did a good job with the installation and the attic related wiring.

A few years ago, I contacted Imperial Solar for an evaluation. I was impressed with their customer…read moreservice, communication, and reputation, but we were not ready to proceed with installation at that time. A few months ago, we decided to move forward with installing a 13.4 KW solar system. Imperial Solar was fair and transparent during the evaluation, and efficient and detail-oriented throughout the installation. The crew arrived on time and left the area clean. The system was installed professionally and looks excellent. Since our meter change, our bill has decreased by 80%, even during winter. We look forward to seeing our savings in the summer. We are very satisfied with Imperial Solar and highly recommend them to anyone considering a solar installation.

I had a great experience with August Roofing and Solar. The crew--Milton and Sergio--were fantastic…read moreto work with. They were friendly, considerate, and kept everything very clean throughout the entire project, which I really appreciated. The project Superintendent, Thinus, was also excellent--very professional and always responsive to my questions, making the whole process smooth and stress-free. Overall, a highly professional team that clearly takes pride in their work. I highly recommend August Roofing and Solar!

We just had a complete roof replacement. The job was well planned, permits were handled well, rhe…read morecrew was careful, polite, knew their trade, and left the jobsite clean every day. The foreman and supervisors paid close attention to the job, and we always felt informed about progress. All work was completed on time. Most of the employees have been with the company for years, so they were familiar with the work required. The estimate was not the lowest of the quotes we received, but the final cost actually came in lower than expected. Sometimes cheaper isn't better. We have referred them to multiple friends and family.

I recently purchased a Tesla and I wanted to get the Tesla Wall Charger. Photon Brothers is one of…read morethe local, Tesla approved providers/installers. I got an estimate from them and went ahead with the install. This morning the installer, Jessie, showed up at my home (he was early, which was good). After explaining the installation process, as well as my new charger's features, Jessie went right to work. The whole install process did not take very long. Walter walked me through how the charger works (pretty simple) including the WiFi connection. After he finished Jessie made sure that the area was clean and that all installation debris was picked up. I am somewhat disappointed that my chosen installation location (inside the garage) could not be used. But Walter showed me how inside the garage would have been a very tight fit. So overall I am OK with the set-up. Next month the Photon Brothers will come to install the Tesla Powerwall to go with my solar panels. I expect that everything will go smoothly!

From the owner: Photon Brothers is a leading solar energy installation company committed to providing eco-friendly…read moreenergy solutions and empowering sustainable living. As a Certified Premier Tesla Installer, we offer top-quality solar panel and home battery installations as well as a dedicated in-house Service department.

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

Fast and reliable. Shant was easy to work with. Price was also very reasonable compared to othersread more