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San Diego County Solar Reviews

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

795verified installs in California utility records*
83recent installs, 2025-26 records*
2011first year in county records
8.9/10Solar.com Score · 160 reviews analyzed

Solar.com Installer Score for San Diego County Solar

One score, computed the same way for every installer. We read the full text of all 160 substantive published San Diego County Solar review texts across every platform and measure what customers actually report. Not a survey. Not a sample. Never for sale.

Solar.com Installer Score

8.9/10

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

Synthesized from 160 substantive customer review texts (161 published reviews collected).

Google 5.0★ · 97 reviewsYelp 5.0★ · 64 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.9.9

recency-weighted star ratings across platforms

Sales IntegrityHow clearly and honestly the company explains the system, contract, savings, and incentives before you sign.8.4

93 reviews speak to this · 93 praise · 0 complaints

Price TransparencyHow well the final price, financing terms, and incentive guidance match what customers were led to expect.7.5

35 reviews speak to this · 34 praise · 1 complaints

CommunicationHow reliably the company keeps customers informed and answers questions across sales, installation, and service.8.9

108 reviews speak to this · 108 praise · 0 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.8.1

75 reviews speak to this · 75 praise · 0 complaints

WorkmanshipThe quality, professionalism, neatness, and property care of the physical installation.9.0

122 reviews speak to this · 121 praise · 1 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.8.9

61 reviews speak to this · 60 praise · 1 complaints

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

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Where San Diego County Solar 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.
San Diego County7958320115.9 kW0.3%See county ranking →

% 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.

San Diego County Solar reviews: what customers say

An independent synthesis of published customer feedback across Google and Yelp, updated September 28, 2026. Green marks praise, amber mixed experiences, red complaints.

Sales & proposal integrity

Sales Integrity8.4/10

Reviewers consistently describe a sales process that is clear, low-pressure, and helpful during proposal review. The main pattern is strong explanation of system design, contract expectations, and savings discussions, with no substantive complaint cluster in the review set.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Clear explanations. Reviewers say representatives took time to explain the solar process and answer questions thoroughly, which helped set expectations before installation. The feedback emphasizes clarity rather than sales pressure. Representative review excerpt: "He took the time to explain every aspect of the solar process, answered all our questions thoroughly, and never once pressured us."

Low-pressure approach. Several reviewers report a no-pressure experience and describe the company as the opposite of the aggressive solar pitches they expected. That pattern shows up repeatedly in praise of the proposal stage. Representative review excerpt: "Seth took the time to walk us through every detail--no pressure, just clear answers and smart recommendations."

Helpful recommendations. Reviews also describe smart recommendations and a straightforward process from the first conversation onward. The overall tone is that proposals were informative and aligned with what customers expected to receive. Representative review excerpt: "We recently installed a home solar and battery system through San Diego County Solar (SDCS), and it was a great experience from start to finish."

Price & financing transparency

Price Transparency7.5/10

There is one complaint in the category, so the overall read is favorable but not flawless.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Pricing pricing. The available feedback suggests customers generally felt the numbers were presented clearly. Representative review excerpt: "We are SO pleased with Tim and the crew who were fast to return call, priced competitively & did a professional job."

Incentive awareness. Some reviewers note that the team understood current incentives and programs and helped them navigate financial details tied to the project. That kind of guidance appears to have been a meaningful part of the positive pricing experience. Representative review excerpt: "Seth and the team also had a firm grasp of current incentives and programs, helping us maximize the financial benefits of our project."

One transparency concern. The category includes a small amount of negative feedback around price or financing details, so this is not entirely complaint-free. The overall pattern still leans positive because complaints are rare relative to the review volume. Representative review excerpt: "Solar always had a bad taste in my mouth because of the door-to-door salesmen that rang my doorbell constantly, but San Diego County Solar was the complete opposite."

Communication & coordination

Communication8.9/10

Communication is one of the strongest parts of the review record. Reviewers repeatedly describe responsive follow-up, clear coordination, and helpful handoffs through the project lifecycle, with no meaningful complaint pattern in this category.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Responsive follow-up. Reviewers say the team was fast to return calls and stayed available when scheduling or service questions came up. This responsiveness is a recurring theme in the feedback. Representative review excerpt: "Once that arrived I contacted Tim the service manager and he scheduled me in time to have the old one removed and have the new one installed."

Clear project updates. Customers describe communication throughout the process as very good, with the team keeping them informed from consultation through completion. The reviews suggest strong ownership of the project rather than dropping off after the sale. Representative review excerpt: "Their workmanship was high quality, they were friendly and respectful on-site, and communication throughout the process was very good."

Customer support mindset. Several reviewers frame the experience as attentive and customer-focused, noting that the company cared about the work and the overall experience. That tone supports the high score in this category. Representative review excerpt: "If you're looking for a solar company in San Diego that actually cares about the quality of their work and the customer experience, I'd highly recommend San Diego County Solar..."

Timeline reliability

Timeline Reliability8.1/10

Reviewers generally report that scheduling, permitting, inspections, and utility coordination moved efficiently. The category is strongly positive overall, with praise centered on prompt paperwork handling and smooth activation steps.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Efficient permitting. Some reviewers say the installation and permitting process was handled efficiently, with paperwork and utility coordination completed promptly. That suggests the company is often organized on the administrative side of the project. Representative review excerpt: "The installation and permitting process were handled efficiently, with paperwork and utility coordination completed promptly and thoroughly."

Smooth inspection and PTO. Customers describe projects that passed inspection on the first try and reached permission to operate shortly after. Reviewers also mention rebate paperwork being handled and checks arriving faster than estimated. Representative review excerpt: "Passed inspection first time, PTO came through shortly after, and they handled the SDCP rebate paperwork, with the check arriving faster than estimated."

Fast scheduling. A few reviewers note being scheduled the same week, which points to good short-term responsiveness when jobs are ready to move forward. The available feedback does not show a notable delay pattern. Representative review excerpt: "Tim and Mason got me scheduled the same week!"

Workmanship & site care

Workmanship9.0/10

Reviewers overwhelmingly praise installation quality, professionalism, and site cleanliness. The review set contains one complaint, but the dominant pattern is careful workmanship and respectful crews who leave properties in good shape.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Professional crews. Reviewers describe installers as friendly, respectful, and professional on site, with strong attention to detail during the build. The feedback consistently ties workmanship to a smooth customer experience. Representative review excerpt: "Their workmanship was high quality, they were friendly and respectful on-site, and communication throughout the process was very good."

High-quality installation. Customers report high-quality work from consultation through final installation, including careful handling of technical details. Several reviews present the crew as thorough rather than rushed. Representative review excerpt: "From the initial consultation to the final installation, their professionalism, transparency, and attention to detail were second to none."

Clean jobsite. Reviewers say the team showed up on time, worked efficiently, and left properties spotless. That cleanup pattern is a notable part of the positive workmanship feedback. Representative review excerpt: "His team mirrored that same integrity and care, showing up on time, working efficiently, and leaving our property spotless."

Long-term support & performance

Long-Term Support8.9/10

Long-term support and post-install service are rated very highly in the review corpus. Customers frequently mention help with inverter issues, monitoring or service needs, and fast follow-up after turn-on, with only one complaint noted in the category.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Post-install help. Reviewers say the team stepped in when equipment issues came up after installation and helped schedule replacements promptly. That kind of follow-through appears repeatedly in the feedback. Representative review excerpt: "Once that arrived I contacted Tim the service manager and he scheduled me in time to have the old one removed and have the new one installed."

Service on existing systems. Some customers specifically sought help after their original installer was no longer available, and they describe San Diego County Solar as responsive to those service needs. The pattern suggests the company is active beyond the initial install. Representative review excerpt: "The Solar company that installed my system is now out of business, so I was trying to find somebody close that does good work as my inverter was getting an..."

Fast turnaround on repairs. Reviewers also mention quick service during hot weather and support for inverter replacement requests. The category score remains very strong even with one negative note in the evidence set. Representative review excerpt: "I was particularly pleased with the fast service during this very hot summer."

Bottom line: Across 160 substantive reviews, San Diego County Solar scores especially well for communication, workmanship, and long-term support, with strong marks also in sales clarity and timeline reliability. The main soft spot is price and financing transparency, where feedback is still mostly positive but includes a small number of complaints about details such as pricing or incentive timing.

How this is built: category scores and summaries weigh the company's full published rating record (97 Google reviews averaging 5.0 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 San Diego County Solar

Company background from published business information and licensing records.

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Solar

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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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2011
5
'12
14
'13
32
'14
44
'15
43
'16
33
'17
45
'18
74
'19
46
'20
75
'21
121
'22
137
'23
45
'24
64
'25
19
'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 San Diego County Solar

What do customers say in San Diego County Solar reviews?

We analyzed 160 substantive published customer reviews of San Diego County Solar in full. The company's Solar.com Installer Score is 8.9/10, 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 San Diego County Solar installed?

San Diego County Solar appears as installer of record on 795+ 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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