Sales & proposal integrity
Sales Integrity6.1/10
Reviewers often describe the sales process as clear and low-pressure, with several saying the team explained pricing and installation details well. At the same time, some complaints focus on contract expectations, incentive timing, and situations where the promised outcome did not match the final result.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote
Clear, low-pressure sales for many. Several reviewers say the sales process was explained clearly, including pricing, plan differences, and what to expect during installation. Some also describe the experience as free of pressure tactics. Representative review excerpt: "Jose Ortiz from Axia by Qcells was our sales associate and he did a great job explaining the solar installation process, the cost depending on which plan you choose, and..."
Promise-and-expectation gaps. Complaint patterns include reports that the final result did not match what was discussed during sales, including roof-related expectations, savings concerns, and project status issues tied to incentives or approvals. Representative review excerpt: "We have had panels installed for more than 7 months just to know that Edison never received certificate to operate."
Price & financing transparency
Price Transparency3.4/10
This category is driven mainly by complaints about pricing, financing, deposits, refunds, and incentive timing. A smaller set of reviewers say the pricing conversation was understandable and helpful, but the balance of feedback is negative.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote
Many concerns about costs and financing. Reviewers commonly report surprise costs, disputed expectations, and frustration after financing began. Some also mention needing to read agreements carefully and clarify what savings or rebate timing would actually look like. Representative review excerpt: "I strongly recommend that anyone considering Axia by Qcell do their homework, read the PPA extremely carefully, get the promised savings and rebates in writing, and understand exactly what happens..."
Helpful pricing explanations for some. A few reviewers say the team walked them through the design, payment structure, and what the plan would cost. These reviews describe the explanation as straightforward and useful. Representative review excerpt: "The solar design was shown virtually; how it would be installed and what wattage each panel produced; what our payment would be and the benefit of stabilizing the rate as..."
Communication & coordination
Communication5.8/10
Feedback on communication is mixed but leans positive overall. Many reviewers describe responsive coordinators and steady updates, while others report long delays in getting calls or emails returned and say they felt ignored during the project.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote
Responsive support for many customers. Many reviewers say coordinators and support staff were professional, consistent, and helpful when questions came up. Several describe the team as keeping them informed and staying on top of the project. Representative review excerpt: "I had inquired to multiple solar companies out here in IE Riverside city, and they're the only one that was consistent."
Some report poor follow-up. Complaint patterns focus on missed calls, unanswered emails, and a lack of follow-through after issues were raised. A few reviewers say they had to contact the company repeatedly just to get basic updates. Representative review excerpt: "Communication was terrible from the start, I had to call multiple times just to get a basic update on when work would begin."
Timeline reliability
Timeline Reliability4.9/10
Timeline feedback is mixed, but there are enough complaints to keep this area below average. Some reviewers say the work finished on schedule or even ahead of estimate, while others report delays tied to inspections, permitting, PTO, and start-date changes.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote
Some projects moved quickly. A number of reviewers say the crew worked efficiently and met deadlines, with some noting the installation finished faster than expected. Others say the process moved along once a new manager or coordinator took over. Representative review excerpt: "They kept all of their promises and all of their deadlines.You can't really ask for more than that and actually when quicker then they estimated"
Delays around approvals and handoffs. Complaint patterns include delayed inspections, postponed PTO, and projects that stretched on for months before activation. Some reviewers also describe schedule changes that were not well communicated. Representative review excerpt: "We have had panels installed for more than 7 months just to know that Edison never received certificate to operate."
Workmanship & site care
Workmanship6.4/10
Most workmanship reviews are positive, with customers often describing professional crews, neat installs, and good cleanup. Still, some complaints mention damage, cleanup problems, and concerns about work quality or how the site was left afterward.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote
Professional crews and neat installs. Many reviewers describe the installation crew as professional, efficient, and careful with the property. Some also say the team cleaned up well after finishing. Representative review excerpt: "They cleaned up almost as if they were not here at all."
Damage and cleanup complaints. Complaint patterns include reports of messy work areas, incomplete cleanup, and in some cases property damage concerns. A few reviewers also say they had to watch the work closely to make sure everything matched what was installed. Representative review excerpt: "They also left some mess in my backyard and didnt clean up properly after themselves when they finished the wiring."
Long-term support & performance
Long-Term Support6.3/10
Long-term performance reviews are generally favorable, with many customers saying their systems produce well and that tech support resolves issues. However, complaints still appear about post-install support, repair follow-up, and situations where reviewers say system problems were not addressed quickly.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote
Good production and issue resolution for some. Several reviewers say their systems are producing well and that support staff helped resolve technical issues. Some also report being satisfied once the system was fully working. Representative review excerpt: "When working on Qcell systems and have any issues I contact the tech support and Eduardo and Johnny always solve the issue that I was having in a quick and..."
Repair and post-install support complaints. Complaint patterns include calls going unanswered, repair requests being redirected, and concerns that post-install issues were not resolved promptly. Some reviewers also describe disputes over whether the system was performing as expected. Representative review excerpt: "Calls to the main number for post installation support 888.699.1288 go straight to voicemail - I have called several times at varying hours for the past 3 days."
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