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Solar Installation Group Reviews

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

2,521verified installs in California utility records*
265recent installs, 2025-26 records*
2015first year in county records
8.3/10Solar.com Score · 342 reviews analyzed

Solar.com Installer Score for Solar Installation Group

One score, computed the same way for every installer. We read the full text of all 342 substantive published Solar Installation Group review texts across every platform and measure what customers actually report. Not a survey. Not a sample. Never for sale.

Solar.com Installer Score

8.3/10

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

Synthesized from 342 substantive customer review texts (349 published reviews collected).

Google 4.8★ · 292 reviewsYelp 4.0★ · 57 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.8.1

198 reviews speak to this · 187 praise · 11 complaints

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

39 reviews speak to this · 23 praise · 16 complaints

CommunicationHow reliably the company keeps customers informed and answers questions across sales, installation, and service.7.7

224 reviews speak to this · 196 praise · 28 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

94 reviews speak to this · 87 praise · 7 complaints

WorkmanshipThe quality, professionalism, neatness, and property care of the physical installation.9.1

149 reviews speak to this · 146 praise · 3 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.7.7

78 reviews speak to this · 57 praise · 21 complaints

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

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Where Solar Installation Group 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.
Stanislaus County7529620157.6 kW5.2%See county ranking →
Tuolumne County6345220167.0 kW3.9%See county ranking →
San Joaquin County5555520167.0 kW4.7%See county ranking →
Calaveras County3144120175.7 kW3.2%See county ranking →
Merced County135620175.7 kW26.7%below ranking floor (under 250 installs)
El Dorado County36120209.3 kW0.0%below ranking floor (under 250 installs)
Contra Costa County29220198.2 kW3.4%below ranking floor (under 250 installs)
Mariposa County23620199.2 kW4.3%See county ranking →
Santa Clara County16320216.6 kW6.2%below ranking floor (under 250 installs)
Alameda County14320198.7 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.

Solar Installation Group 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 Integrity8.1/10

Reviewers mostly describe the sales process as clear, knowledgeable, and low-pressure. A small number of complaints mention proposal sizing, pressure, or expectations that did not match the final outcome, so the pattern is positive overall but not flawless.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Clear, patient sales support. Many reviewers say the sales team explained the system in detail and helped them feel comfortable moving forward. They often describe the process as honest and not pushy. Representative review excerpt: "My local sales person Jennifer, was very knowledgeable, completely honest and patient with my decision process."

Helpful system explanations. Several reviews say the proposal process covered benefits, equipment choices, and expected savings in a way that made the project easier to understand. These accounts portray the sales stage as informative and organized. Representative review excerpt: "It was Deanna Greener's visit and extensive explanation of the system's benefits from start to finish that convinced us to go solar."

Sizing and expectation issues. A smaller group of reviewers reports concerns about panel counts, contract expectations, or feeling pressured into signing. These complaints are present but limited relative to the positive feedback. Representative review excerpt: "Because on initial visit they underestimated how many panels we need to accommodate our usage even after reviewing our pge bills for 1 year."

Price & financing transparency

Price Transparency5.4/10

Feedback on pricing and financing is mixed and sits near the middle of the pack. Some reviewers report honest pricing and contract terms being followed, while others mention surprise charges, unclear cost details, or disagreements about repair and financing-related expenses.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Honest pricing in some projects. Several reviewers say the pricing was explained clearly and the contract terms were honored. These accounts describe the financial side of the project as straightforward from the customer’s perspective. Representative review excerpt: "Every promise of their contract has been abided by."

Unexpected cost concerns. Other reviewers report surprise charges or concerns about repair costs, and some say they did not receive enough detail on materials or total pricing. This category shows more complaints than the stronger service areas. Representative review excerpt: "I called them to repair it, and they want to charge me $750."

Financing and out-of-pocket clarity. Some customers describe financing as working smoothly or resulting in no out-of-pocket cost, but others still raise questions about what was included and when costs changed. The overall pattern is mixed rather than consistently positive.

Communication & coordination

Communication7.7/10

Reviewers generally describe strong communication during the sales and project phases, with staff explaining steps and staying engaged. The complaint pattern is centered on delayed responses, missed callbacks, and cases where customers say they had to keep reaching out to get help.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Helpful explanations and updates. Many reviewers say representatives explained the process clearly and stayed in touch through the project. They often describe the coordination as organized and customer-focused. Representative review excerpt: "Our Representative Damian Fernandez sat down with us and explained in detail all the benefits and services they had to offer."

Responsive team members. Several reviews praise specific staff for detailed explanations and consistent communication. These accounts suggest that, when communication goes well, customers feel guided through the process. Representative review excerpt: "Josh Clark took the time to explain things in great detail and worked diligently to get us up and running."

Callback and follow-up gaps. A smaller but meaningful set of reviewers reports difficulty getting responses, with missed calls or long delays before anyone resolved the issue. The main concern here is follow-through after the initial sale or install. Representative review excerpt: "Then they disappear, never return any calls, and everytime you do talk to someone they promise to fix the problems then ghost you again."

Timeline reliability

Timeline Reliability7.7/10

Most reviewers say the project stayed on schedule or moved efficiently through installation and inspection. The main complaints involve delays, shifting completion dates, or slow progress when permits or activation steps took longer than expected.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Fast install and inspection. Some reviewers report that installation was completed quickly and inspections followed soon after. These reviews describe a smooth path from installation to activation. Representative review excerpt: "The job was done in one day and PG&E inspection completed the next day."

Permits and project steps handled. Several customers say the company managed permits and related coordination as part of the project. This suggests the timeline was often structured and handled with active project management. Representative review excerpt: "SIG took care of permits, arranged financing and provided excellent referrals for the roof install (True Roof) and tree trimming (Sindelar Tree Service)."

Delay watch-out. A few reviewers describe delays or dates that kept moving, especially when waiting for final steps. Representative review excerpt: "It was a big let down the be told in May this would be done in August but here we are in September now being told it will have to..."

Workmanship & site care

Workmanship9.1/10

This is one of the stronger areas in the review corpus. Reviewers frequently describe the crews as professional, efficient, and careful, while only a very small number mention workmanship or follow-through problems.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Professional installation crews. Many reviewers say the installers were fast, knowledgeable, and professional on site. These accounts suggest solid day-of-install execution and courteous crew behavior. Representative review excerpt: "The Crew of gentlemen that installed were fast, efficient and knowledgeable."

Good site communication. Some customers say they were kept informed throughout installation and that questions were answered promptly. That points to a smooth on-site experience for many projects. Representative review excerpt: "Throughout the installation process, she kept in constant contact with me and was always available to answer any questions I had."

Isolated workmanship complaints. A few reviewers report poor workmanship or unresolved issues after the install. These complaints appear, but they are rare relative to the volume of positive installation feedback. Representative review excerpt: "They used poor workmanship when they installed it."

Long-term support & performance

Long-Term Support7.7/10

Long-term support is a weaker part of the review picture. Some reviewers report successful repairs and good system output, but a sizable complaint pattern says follow-up was slow, warranty support was difficult to obtain, or performance issues required repeated customer outreach.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Successful repair visits. Some reviewers say service visits resolved inverter or system problems and got the system running again. These reviews show that post-install support can work well when a technician engages the issue directly. Representative review excerpt: "So, super friendly and knowledgeable, Brian came out .He replaced the faulty inverter and had our system up and running in no time."

System output and savings reports. Several customers report that their systems are producing well and generating monthly savings. These positive comments indicate that some owners are satisfied with how the system performs after turn-on. Representative review excerpt: "We are now saving money every month, and feeling good about doing our part to reduce energy consumption."

Post-install support concerns. Other reviewers say they had to make repeated calls or contact manufacturers themselves to get problems addressed. The strongest negative pattern in this category is slow warranty and service follow-through after activation. Representative review excerpt: "Because SIG solar failed to provide support, WE had to contact the inverter manufacturer, twice in the past few years to get the system functioning, something the installer should have..."

Bottom line: Solar.com’s profile data for SOLAR INSTALLATION GROUP shows stronger marks for workmanship, sales clarity, communication, and timeline handling than for pricing transparency and long-term support. Reviewers describe a mostly positive install experience, but post-install service and cost clarity are recurring pressure points that appear more often than in the top-rated categories.

How this is built: category scores and summaries weigh the company's full published rating record (292 Google reviews averaging 4.8 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 Solar Installation Group

Company background from published business information and licensing records.

Also files CPUC records as: Sig Solar, S.I.G, "Sig Solar, S.I.G.", Solar Installation Group, Inc./Sig.

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.
2
2015
8
'16
43
'17
187
'18
314
'19
296
'20
342
'21
447
'22
497
'23
234
'24
196
'25
76
'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 Solar Installation Group

What do customers say in Solar Installation Group reviews?

We analyzed 342 substantive published customer reviews of Solar Installation Group in full. The company's Solar.com Installer Score is 8.3/10, 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 Solar Installation Group installed?

Solar Installation Group appears as installer of record on 2,521+ 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.