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Scurfield Solar and Heating Reviews

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

252verified installs in California utility records*
10recent installs, 2025-26 records*
2013first year in county records
7.6/10Solar.com Score · 77 reviews analyzed

Solar.com Installer Score for Scurfield Solar and Heating

One score, computed the same way for every installer. We read the full text of all 77 substantive published Scurfield Solar and Heating review texts across every platform and measure what customers actually report. Not a survey. Not a sample. Never for sale.

Solar.com Installer Score

7.6/10

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

Synthesized from 77 substantive customer review texts (88 published reviews collected).

Google 4.7★ · 74 reviewsYelp 3.4★ · 14 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.6.3

11 reviews speak to this · 6 praise · 5 complaints

Price TransparencyHow well the final price, financing terms, and incentive guidance match what customers were led to expect.5.4

9 reviews speak to this · 4 praise · 5 complaints

CommunicationHow reliably the company keeps customers informed and answers questions across sales, installation, and service.6.4

31 reviews speak to this · 22 praise · 9 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.6.8

14 reviews speak to this · 11 praise · 3 complaints

WorkmanshipThe quality, professionalism, neatness, and property care of the physical installation.7.5

38 reviews speak to this · 36 praise · 2 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.7.2

23 reviews speak to this · 19 praise · 4 complaints

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

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Where Scurfield Solar and Heating 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.
Humboldt County2521020135.3 kW0.0%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.

Scurfield Solar and Heating 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 Integrity6.3/10

Reviewers give a mixed picture of the sales and proposal process. Many describe clear explanations, fair pricing, and a low-pressure approach, while others report mismatched expectations around start dates, follow-up, and how concerns were handled.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Clear, low-pressure proposals. Several reviewers say the team explained system options well, did not push unnecessary upgrades, and set out a fair price from the start. Representative review excerpt: "They don't try to upsell more than is needed and do extensive research to provide the best products at the best prices available."

Helpful walkthroughs. Some customers report that the company explained component functions clearly and kept them informed during the process. Representative review excerpt: "They explained to me the functions and capabilities of each component and kept me informed about the installation process."

Expectation gaps. A smaller set of reviewers describe disagreements about contract expectations, including when work would begin and how issues were addressed afterward. Representative review excerpt: "When I signed the contract I was given the expectation that the solar installation would start immediately (I was told the panels I wanted were in stock so they could..."

Price & financing transparency

Price Transparency5.4/10

Feedback on pricing and financing is mixed and trends more cautious than praise. Some reviewers describe fair estimates and straightforward pricing, while others raise concerns about deposits, refunds, and cost pressure tied to delays or incentive timing.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Deposit and cost concerns. Complaint reviews mention delays affecting household costs, as well as concerns about deposit refunds and incentive timing. Representative review excerpt: "Really disappointed that they haven't refunded my deposit back, especially since I was told that I could cancel when I initially signed up."

Fair estimates reported. Some reviewers say they received fair pricing and felt the estimate process was straightforward. Representative review excerpt: "They sent Steve out to take a look and then we were provided with an estimate and fair price for replacing the old one."

Pricing seen as reasonable. Others describe the pricing as fair and say the company avoided unnecessary upselling. Representative review excerpt: "They don't try to upsell more than is needed and do extensive research to provide the best products at the best prices available."

Communication & coordination

Communication6.4/10

Communication draws more praise than complaints overall, but the pattern is uneven. Many reviewers describe responsive staff, good updates, and a clear point person, while others report difficulty reaching the office, missed call-backs, and limited follow-up.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Responsive point person. Reviewers often mention a named contact who answered questions and helped them feel informed through the project. Representative review excerpt: "Steve was our point person from the beginning and was the last person we connected with when the solar panels were installed, and we felt well-informed; he answered our questions..."

Good updates and service. Several customers describe good communication, on-time service, and a smooth handoff between the office and field crew. Representative review excerpt: "Good communication, on time service, and clean work."

Hard to reach. Complaint reviews say calls and emails sometimes went unanswered and that follow-up after installation could be limited. Representative review excerpt: "Terrible attitudes, service, not very knowledgeable, no follow-up or check ins after work is done, no service afterward, doesn't return emails or calls."

Timeline reliability

Timeline Reliability6.8/10

Timeline feedback is generally favorable, though not perfect. Reviewers frequently say the team showed up when expected, worked through code or utility steps, and kept projects moving, but a few describe delays that created frustration.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

On-time crew visits. Several reviewers say the crew arrived on time, kept the site tidy, and respected the home during the work. Representative review excerpt: "The crew was on time, they picked up every day, were kind to my family and my dog and were respectful of my home."

Permitting and utility coordination. Some customers note that the company worked with the utility to keep the project aligned with code and activation steps. Representative review excerpt: "They worked with PGE to ensure everything is up to code."

Delay frustration. A smaller group of reviewers report delays that created inconvenience or extra costs while waiting for completion. Representative review excerpt: "Their delays cost real money and it was very hard to cover an $800 Pge bill and a $400 loan in the same month."

Workmanship & site care

Workmanship7.5/10

Workmanship is a clear strength in the review set. Reviewers frequently describe clean, professional installations and respectful crews, with only a small number of complaints about design or install fit.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Clean finished installs. Many reviewers say the final setup looked clean and professional and met or exceeded expectations. Representative review excerpt: "The final setup looks incredibly clean and professional—I couldn't be happier with the results!"

Professional crews. Customers often describe the team as professional and say the installation result was strong. Representative review excerpt: "The entire team at Scurfield was incredibly professional and the end result was above and beyond all of my expectations."

Design-fit issue. A small number of reviewers mention issues tied to the original design or how the roof layout was assessed during installation. Representative review excerpt: "Additionally in their original design we requested the maximum # of panels that would fit on the roof however when the installers got up there they noticed more could fit."

Long-term support & performance

Long-Term Support7.2/10

Post-install feedback is mostly positive, especially around system results and the sense that the company remains available after the job. Reviewers mention good production, helpful follow-up, and confidence in future maintenance support, though a few note service concerns after installation.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

System results reported. Reviewers say installed systems improved electricity costs or otherwise performed well over time. Representative review excerpt: "Scurfield had put in a solar panel system for my wife and I about 6 years ago which helped with our electricity bill tremendously."

Helpful follow-up. Some customers describe being kept informed through installation and feeling confident about future maintenance or upgrades. Representative review excerpt: "We are confident that we got the best quality possible and with an established company that will be around in the future for any maintenance or upgrades we might need."

Service concerns after install. Complaint reviews mention limited post-install follow-up and difficulty getting help after work was done. Representative review excerpt: "Terrible attitudes, service, not very knowledgeable, no follow-up or check ins after work is done, no service afterward, doesn't return emails or calls."

Bottom line: SCURFIELD SOLAR AND HEATING’s review profile is strongest on workmanship and generally solid on post-install support, with many customers describing clean installs and professional crews. The softer spots are pricing transparency, sales expectations, and occasional communication or delay complaints, which keep the overall picture mixed rather than uniformly positive.

How this is built: category scores and summaries weigh the company's full published rating record (74 Google reviews averaging 4.7 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 Scurfield Solar and Heating

Company background from published business information and licensing records.

Also files CPUC records as: Scurfield Solar & Heating, Scurfield Electric Heating & Solar.

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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25
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23
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34
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39
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57
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14
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4
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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 Scurfield Solar and Heating

What do customers say in Scurfield Solar and Heating reviews?

We analyzed 77 substantive published customer reviews of Scurfield Solar and Heating in full. The company's Solar.com Installer Score is 7.6/10, 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 Scurfield Solar and Heating installed?

Scurfield Solar and Heating appears as installer of record on 252+ 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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