Best solar companies California Clarke & Rush Mechanical

Clarke & Rush Mechanical Reviews

Based in Sacramento, CA. This profile is built from public installation records and published ratings, not paid placement.

10verified installs in California utility records*
0recent installs, 2025-26 records*
2013first year in county records
8.2/10Solar.com Score · 1,469 reviews analyzed

Solar.com Installer Score for Clarke & Rush Mechanical

One score, computed the same way for every installer. We read the full text of all 1,469 substantive published Clarke & Rush Mechanical review texts across every platform and measure what customers actually report. Not a survey. Not a sample. Never for sale.

Solar.com Installer Score

8.2/10

Synthesized from 1,469 substantive customer review texts (1,871 published reviews collected).

Google 4.9★ · 1,871 reviews

Updated September 28, 2026 · No installer can pay to change this score · How scores work →

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Sales IntegrityHow clearly and honestly the company explains the system, contract, savings, and incentives before you sign.7.2

111 reviews speak to this · 90 praise · 21 complaints

Price TransparencyHow well the final price, financing terms, and incentive guidance match what customers were led to expect.5.6

61 reviews speak to this · 32 praise · 28 complaints

CommunicationHow reliably the company keeps customers informed and answers questions across sales, installation, and service.7.8

264 reviews speak to this · 235 praise · 29 complaints

Timeline ReliabilityHow well the company manages the path from contract through permits, installation, inspection, and turn-on — without the customer having to chase it.7.7

64 reviews speak to this · 55 praise · 8 complaints

WorkmanshipThe quality, professionalism, neatness, and property care of the physical installation.8.5

409 reviews speak to this · 388 praise · 19 complaints

Long-Term SupportHow well the system performs after turn-on, how the company handles monitoring, warranty claims, and service calls — and its staying power to honor them.7.5

195 reviews speak to this · 169 praise · 26 complaints

#221 of 678 scored in California by Solar.com Installer Score

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Where Clarke & Rush Mechanical builds

County-by-county activity from CPUC records through May 2026.

What this data covers: *Counts on this page, including the totals up top, come from investor-owned-utility interconnection records (SCE, SDG&E, PG&E). Work in municipal-utility territory, such as LADWP or city utilities, and outside California does not appear here, so this company's true totals are higher than shown. Unlike the county rankings, this profile also shows counties below the 250-install ranking floor.

CountyVerified installsRecent 2025-26Active sinceMedian system% leasedCounty rankingLink to the county ranking page. This company's rank on this page is its Solar.com Installer Score rank, shown above.
Placer County10020136.3 kW0.0%below ranking floor (under 250 installs)

% leased counts systems recorded as third party owned (lease or power purchase agreement); the remainder are customer owned. Median system size is the middle system this company installed in that county. Star ratings and review counts are from Google.

Clarke & Rush Mechanical reviews: what customers say

An independent synthesis of published customer feedback, updated September 23, 2026. Green marks praise, amber mixed experiences, red complaints.

Sales & proposal integrity

Sales Integrity7.2/10

Reviewers often describe the sales process as clear, fair, and informative, with several noting that proposals explained options well or surfaced details they found helpful. At the same time, a smaller but meaningful set of reviews says some recommendations felt unnecessary or did not match later expectations about the work or equipment.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Clear, informative proposals. Many reviewers say the sales conversation was straightforward and well explained, with proposals that felt honest, fair, and easy to understand. Representative review excerpt: "He fully explained the testing results, proposed repair, and cost."

Helpful details and options. Some customers report that the team shared important information and gave them a proposal that matched what they wanted to accomplish. Representative review excerpt: "Mark listened to what I wanted and gave me all the information I needed and a proposal for a new system."

Pressure and scope concerns. Other reviewers describe feeling pushed toward replacements or say the proposal or documented expectations did not line up with the experience that followed. Representative review excerpt: "Once he identified the unit as being old, he focused on convincing me to replace it."

Price & financing transparency

Price Transparency5.6/10

But this category has a notable complaint pattern around charges that felt high, disputed fees, and frustration with refund or credit handling.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Fair or lower-than-expected pricing. Several reviewers say the quoted price felt reasonable or came in well below other estimates, and some noted that the final bill was adjusted down when less work was needed. Representative review excerpt: "they quoted a certain amount of refrigerant, but the repair used less than expected and thus they billed less than the estimate -- something I would never have known had..."

Good value in some quotes. A number of customers describe the price they were quoted as good and the overall service as matching what they expected to pay. Representative review excerpt: "Every person I have spoken to on the phone has been great, the price I was quoted was good, and the service was excellent."

Charges and fee disputes. Other reviewers question billed amounts, service fees, or refund handling, and some say they felt the charges were excessive or unclear. Representative review excerpt: "Stay away from this company dishonest $50 for a diagnosis I was willing to pay They try to charge me $250 for not doing anything."

Communication & coordination

Communication7.8/10

Communication is frequently described as responsive and organized, with many reviewers mentioning proactive updates, scheduling help, and clear explanations from technicians. Complaints are present but comparatively limited, and they tend to center on delayed callbacks or moments where customers felt their issue was not fully addressed.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Responsive updates. Many reviewers say the team was responsive from initial contact through follow-up, with prompt scheduling and quick answers when service was needed. Representative review excerpt: "Clarke and Rush is very responsive in their initial and follow up service to our need to inspect and repair our HVAC/Air Conditioner unit."

Clear explanations. Some customers also praise technicians for explaining work step by step and answering questions in a way that made the process easier to follow. Representative review excerpt: "He explained step by step what was being done and answered all my questions."

Callback and follow-through issues. A smaller set of reviews mentions delays reaching the company, communication gaps, or frustration that the reported problem was not fully handled. Representative review excerpt: "It took a few days to finally get someone to call me back but when I did get a call back Billy (plumber) I was so pleased with his demeanor..."

Timeline reliability

Timeline Reliability7.7/10

Reviewers often say scheduling and arrival timing were handled well, with many on-time or early arrivals and efficient completion of work. The main complaints involve schedule changes, late starts, or paperwork and inspection timing that did not line up smoothly for the customer.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

On-time arrivals. Many customers report that the crew arrived when promised or even early, then got to work without delay. Representative review excerpt: "They were not only on time but early and went right to work to replace my AC and Furnace."

Efficient completion. Some reviewers say projects moved quickly and were completed within the expected timeframe, including installation work finished in just a couple of days. Representative review excerpt: "Ryan, and Richard, the team members were well aware of their roles, and responsibilities and worked together to get the whole installation completed within 2 days."

Schedule and inspection friction. A smaller number of reviews mention rescheduling problems, late starts, or confusion around inspection and payment timing. Representative review excerpt: "I've never received my packet of info so that I may schedule an inspection with my City."

Workmanship & site care

Workmanship8.5/10

Workmanship is a strong area overall, with many reviewers describing crews as professional, careful, and respectful of the home, along with thorough cleanup. Complaints are comparatively rare, but a few reviews mention debris left behind, minor mistakes, or property-related concerns.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Professional crews. Reviewers frequently describe the installers as professional, friendly, and respectful while working in and around the home. Representative review excerpt: "This crew that arrived at my house is beyond professional, friendly, respectful, and courteous."

Good cleanup and thorough work. Many customers say the crew cleaned up well and completed the job carefully, with attention to the details of the installation. Representative review excerpt: "The guys were professional and they did a great job cleaning up and being respectful of house and neighbors."

Cleanup and property concerns. A few reviews describe debris left on site or installation issues that led to property damage concerns. Representative review excerpt: "Well, I was happy until I went out into the yard and saw that he just dumped the debris from the condenser on the ground and didn't clean it up."

Long-term support & performance

Long-Term Support7.5/10

Post-install feedback is generally positive, with many reviewers saying the company responded quickly to issues, ordered parts promptly, and helped keep systems working well over time. Still, some complaints mention early equipment problems, confusing diagnostics, or dissatisfaction with follow-up service and fee handling.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Fast post-install repairs. Several reviewers say the team diagnosed issues quickly, returned promptly with parts, and got the system working again. Representative review excerpt: "Diagnosed problem, ordered part and returned within 24 hours to install the new fan motor and the system is properly working again."

Ongoing support. Some customers describe long-term service as dependable, including help with maintenance and follow-up care after the original install. Representative review excerpt: "Clark & Rush have been awesome from the istallation, product and outstanding service for the last 7 years!"

Follow-up concerns. A smaller group reports early system issues, disputed service interpretations, or frustration with how post-install support was handled. Representative review excerpt: "(The error code -appeared 10/18/2025- it had cleared prior to service call) The service man said the code meant I needed to replace filter, which I did."

Bottom line: CLARKE & RUSH MECHANICAL reviews are strongest on workmanship, communication, and responsive post-install help, while sales clarity is generally favorable but not perfect. The clearest pressure point is pricing and financing transparency, where reviewers more often report disputed charges, fee handling concerns, or confusion about final costs and timing.

How this is built: category scores and summaries weigh the company's full published rating record (1,894 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars), the most recent and most relevant review texts, and recurring feedback themes verified acrossGoogle. Ratings and review excerpts from published review sources. Refreshed as new feedback is published. No installer can pay to change it.

About Clarke & Rush Mechanical

Company background from published business information and licensing records.

Products

Solar

Service area

California. Note: the install counts on this page cover California investor-owned-utility records only.

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Recorded installs by year

Residential interconnections statewide in PG&E, SCE, and SDG&E records through May 2026.
3
2013
9
'14
4
'15

Important context: this chart shows investor-owned-utility records only. Companies that shift work toward municipal-utility territory (LADWP and city power departments) or other states will show declining bars here even while building steadily elsewhere, and 2025-26 records also lag real installation dates. Treat this as a partial window, not the company's full trajectory.

FAQ about Clarke & Rush Mechanical

What do customers say in Clarke & Rush Mechanical reviews?

We analyzed 1,469 substantive published customer reviews of Clarke & Rush Mechanical in full. The company's Solar.com Installer Score is 8.2/10, with category-level detail on this page covering sales integrity, price transparency, communication, timeline reliability, workmanship, and long-term support.

How many solar systems has Clarke & Rush Mechanical installed?

Clarke & Rush Mechanical appears as installer of record on 10+ residential systems in California investor-owned-utility interconnection records through May 2026. Work in municipal-utility territory or other states does not appear in those public records.

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How we built this data

Methodology: Counts are residential PV interconnections in investor-owned-utility territory (PG&E, SCE, SDG&E) per CPUC Rule 21 public records through May 2026. Postal and name variants are merged. Municipal utility territory such as LADWP, Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Anaheim, and Riverside Public Utilities is not included in those CPUC counts. Counts show recorded installations, not quality ratings. Reported costs are self-reported on owned-system interconnections. No installer can pay for placement.

Who we are: Solar.com is a solar marketplace — we connect homeowners with installers and earn a fee when projects move forward. These rankings and scores are computed from public installation records and published customer reviews. No installer can pay for placement, and no installer — including those we work with — can pay to change a score.