Best solar companies California Evolution Energy

Evolution Energy Reviews

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

1,286verified installs in California utility records*
167recent installs, 2025-26 records*
2014first year in county records
8.4/10Solar.com Score · 108 reviews analyzed

Solar.com Installer Score for Evolution Energy

One score, computed the same way for every installer. We read the full text of all 108 substantive published Evolution Energy review texts across every platform and measure what customers actually report. Not a survey. Not a sample. Never for sale.

Solar.com Installer Score

8.4/10

Blends the six category scores (70%) with the recency-weighted star record (30%).

Synthesized from 108 substantive customer review texts (114 published reviews collected).

Google 4.5★ · 61 reviewsYelp 4.8★ · 53 reviews

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

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Review star recordRecency-weighted star ratings across platforms, converted to a 0-10 signal before it is blended into the headline Solar.com Score.10.0

recency-weighted star ratings across platforms

Sales IntegrityHow clearly and honestly the company explains the system, contract, savings, and incentives before you sign.7.3

59 reviews speak to this · 52 praise · 7 complaints

Price TransparencyHow well the final price, financing terms, and incentive guidance match what customers were led to expect.7.2

33 reviews speak to this · 30 praise · 3 complaints

CommunicationHow reliably the company keeps customers informed and answers questions across sales, installation, and service.7.9

71 reviews speak to this · 66 praise · 5 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.7.6

48 reviews speak to this · 46 praise · 2 complaints

WorkmanshipThe quality, professionalism, neatness, and property care of the physical installation.8.3

67 reviews speak to this · 63 praise · 4 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.7.9

39 reviews speak to this · 35 praise · 4 complaints

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

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Where Evolution Energy 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.
Los Angeles County5039020146.5 kW0.0%See county ranking →
Orange County2824520146.9 kW0.4%See county ranking →
San Bernardino County1871520145.9 kW0.0%below ranking floor (under 250 installs)
Riverside County1721720146.7 kW0.0%below ranking floor (under 250 installs)
San Diego County142020154.6 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.

Evolution Energy reviews: what customers say

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

Sales & proposal integrity

Sales Integrity7.3/10

A smaller set of reviews says there were problems with follow-through, professionalism, or system sizing expectations, so this category lands positive-to-mixed rather than uniformly strong.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Straightforward sales experience. Many reviewers say the sales team explained options clearly and moved the process along without unnecessary pressure. Several also describe the pricing and contract terms as buyer-friendly and easy to understand. Representative review excerpt: "They stood out right away with the most competitive pricing and contracts that were refreshingly buyer-friendly!"

Helpful reps and project leadership. Some reviews specifically praise individual team members for being honest, helpful, and organized from the first conversations through project handoff. These reviewers say that support made the proposal stage feel smooth. Representative review excerpt: "Special thanks to Alex for leading the project and making it happen, Debbie for coordinating with engineering and keeping communication clear, Angel for leading the installation, and Bruce for helping..."

Proposal expectations sometimes missed. A few reviewers report issues with professionalism, follow-up, or recommendations that did not line up with later results. In those cases, the concern centers on whether the initial proposal matched the customer’s actual system needs. Representative review excerpt: "As it turned out the system size that was recommended to me, based upon them looking at my electric bill, turned out to be only producing three-quarters of my actual..."

Price & financing transparency

Price Transparency7.2/10

Most reviews describing pricing and financing are positive, with customers saying the company was transparent, competitively priced, and patient during the process. A smaller number of complaints mention follow-up problems or concerns tied to expectations around final pricing or timing, so the category reads as generally favorable but not spotless.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Transparent pricing feedback. Some also mention the process felt buyer-friendly rather than confusing. Representative review excerpt: "If you’re considering solar and want a company that’s transparent, responsive, competitively priced, and actually enjoyable to work with, I can’t recommend Evolution Energy enough."

Patient through permit and incentive timing. A number of customers describe the team as patient while permits and review steps moved forward, including situations involving rebate or incentive timing. Those reviews frame the pricing experience as manageable and well explained. Representative review excerpt: "I was happy with the price and they were very patient throughout my HOAs permit and review process."

A few pricing-related frustrations. Some reviews point to communication or expectation issues that affected how the pricing or financing experience was perceived. These complaints are limited, but they suggest a few customers wanted clearer follow-up around what was included and when. Representative review excerpt: "I think the last straw was when he said to me, on the third phone call "

Communication & coordination

Communication7.9/10

This is one of the stronger areas in the review set. Reviewers frequently say the team stayed responsive, provided updates, and helped coordinate across engineering, utility, and rebate steps, though a small number describe gaps in follow-through or returned calls.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Regular updates and ownership. Many reviewers say they received consistent status updates and felt that the company handled coordination well across the project. Several describe the process as smooth because they were kept informed. Representative review excerpt: "Bruce sent regular emails with up-to-date status from LADWP, which made the whole process smooth."

Help with rebate and follow-up steps. Some customers say the team managed rebate or application follow-up from start to finish, which reduced stress on their side. These reviews highlight a hands-on approach to coordination. Representative review excerpt: "They also handled the rebate/application process from the initial submission all the way through follow-up communications, which removed a lot of stress on my end."

Occasional follow-through issues. A few reviewers report dropped communication, slow responses, or difficulty getting a clear answer on next steps. Those comments suggest that coordination was not always consistent. Representative review excerpt: "It’s true, Evolution energy dropped the ball on communication and follow-through a couple of times."

Timeline reliability

Timeline Reliability7.6/10

Most timeline-related reviews are positive and describe the work as moving steadily with clear updates through permitting, installation, and activation. The complaint pattern is limited but includes long delays and at least one report of a project stalling for months, so the category sits just below a fully strong score.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Generally steady project pacing. Reviewers often say the project moved along in an organized way and that the team communicated as milestones came up. Several describe the overall schedule as manageable once the process was underway. Representative review excerpt: "Special thanks to Alex for leading the project and making it happen, Debbie for coordinating with engineering and keeping communication clear, Angel for leading the installation, and Bruce for helping..."

Updates during install and issue handling. Some customers report that installers kept them informed when issues came up and helped the project stay on track. These reviews suggest the company often made timing feel predictable. Representative review excerpt: "The installers were professional and always kept me updated if there were any issues."

A few long-delay complaints. A small number of reviewers describe extended delays in getting panels installed or in getting clear scheduling answers. Those experiences indicate that timing was not always reliable for every job. Representative review excerpt: "It has been over 6 months and numerous attempts of communication with Sunny, and he has yet to install the panels."

Workmanship & site care

Workmanship8.3/10

Reviews are broadly positive about the installation crew’s professionalism, cleanliness, and attention to detail. A few customers mention cleanup issues or minor roof-related damage, but the dominant pattern is that the work was done carefully and the crew handled the site well.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Professional installation crews. Many reviewers describe the installers as professional and respectful, with the job site kept organized during the work. Cleanliness is a recurring positive theme. Representative review excerpt: "What stood out just as much was their cleanliness and professionalism."

Careful work and practical improvements. Some customers note that the installation was completed in a way that fit their home’s needs, including related roof or vent work. These reviews suggest the crew paid attention to the broader site conditions. Representative review excerpt: "We were able to combine the install with replacement of the dormer vents with flat fire-resistant ones so now we are not as concerned with fire embers."

A few cleanup or damage concerns. A small set of reviews reports debris left behind or minor damage that needed attention after installation. Representative review excerpt: "They also left a lot of debris I had to clean up including some large metal parts that fell off my roof when the winds picked up."

Long-term support & performance

Long-Term Support7.9/10

Post-install reviews are mostly favorable, with customers reporting that systems are working well and that service responses can be prompt when support is needed. The main downside is that a few reviewers mention follow-up gaps or performance expectations that did not match the original setup.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Systems reported working well. Several reviewers say their solar systems and batteries are still performing well after installation. These comments point to solid long-term performance for many customers. Representative review excerpt: "Just had a complete solar system installed - 25 panels and 2 Tesla batteries - and everything is working perfectly."

Responsive device replacement support. Some customers describe quick help with replacement steps after a component issue, including guidance on how to move the repair process forward. Those reviews suggest support can be effective after activation. Representative review excerpt: "After contacting Evolution Energy, I was advised how to get a RMA from Enphase & Evolution Energy replaced the device the day after the replacement arrived at my home."

A few follow-up and performance concerns. A small number of reviews mention limited follow-up or question whether the installed system matched expected output. These comments are not the majority, but they do show some post-install dissatisfaction. Representative review excerpt: "As it turned out the system size that was recommended to me, based upon them looking at my electric bill, turned out to be only producing three-quarters of my actual..."

Bottom line: Evolution Energy’s review profile is broadly positive, with especially strong marks for communication, workmanship, and long-term support. The softer areas are sales/proposal clarity, pricing transparency, and timeline reliability, where most reviewers are satisfied but a small set describes delays, follow-up gaps, or expectation mismatches.

How this is built: category scores and summaries weigh the company's full published rating record (61 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars), the most recent and most relevant review texts, and recurring feedback themes verified acrossGoogle and Yelp. Ratings and review excerpts from published review sources. Refreshed as new feedback is published. No installer can pay to change it.

About Evolution Energy

Company background from published business information and licensing records.

Also files CPUC records as: As Electric, A S Electric, A.S. Electric.

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.
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2013
94
'14
104
'15
91
'16
89
'17
66
'18
71
'19
82
'20
76
'21
171
'22
228
'23
72
'24
105
'25
63
'26

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 Evolution Energy

What do customers say in Evolution Energy reviews?

We analyzed 108 substantive published customer reviews of Evolution Energy in full. The company's Solar.com Installer Score is 8.4/10, 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 Evolution Energy installed?

Evolution Energy appears as installer of record on 1,286+ 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.

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