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Yancey Home Improvements Reviews

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

69verified installs in California utility records*
0recent installs, 2025-26 records*
2014first year in county records
7.6/10Solar.com Score · 93 reviews analyzed

Solar.com Installer Score for Yancey Home Improvements

One score, computed the same way for every installer. We read the full text of all 93 substantive published Yancey Home Improvements 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 93 substantive customer review texts (104 published reviews collected).

Google 4.4★ · 104 reviews

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

Read what customers actually say ↓
Review star recordRecency-weighted star ratings across platforms, converted to a 0-10 signal before it is blended into the headline Solar.com Score.9.7

recency-weighted star ratings across platforms

Sales IntegrityHow clearly and honestly the company explains the system, contract, savings, and incentives before you sign.7.4

37 reviews speak to this · 33 praise · 4 complaints

Price TransparencyHow well the final price, financing terms, and incentive guidance match what customers were led to expect.6.0

15 reviews speak to this · 8 praise · 7 complaints

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

22 reviews speak to this · 15 praise · 7 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.5.8

14 reviews speak to this · 7 praise · 7 complaints

WorkmanshipThe quality, professionalism, neatness, and property care of the physical installation.7.4

31 reviews speak to this · 24 praise · 7 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.7.1

4 reviews speak to this · 3 praise · 1 complaints

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

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Where Yancey Home Improvements 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 County33020157.0 kW0.0%below ranking floor (under 250 installs)
El Dorado County24020147.9 kW0.0%below ranking floor (under 250 installs)
Solano County12020176.1 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.

Yancey Home Improvements reviews: what customers say

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

Sales & proposal integrity

Sales Integrity7.4/10

Reviewers generally describe the sales and proposal process as clear, informative, and detailed. A smaller set of reviews says expectations were not always handled smoothly, with some reporting limited follow-up or confusion around what was promised.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Clear, detailed estimates. Many reviewers say the sales process was informative and thorough, with representatives explaining options, materials, and project choices in detail. Representative review excerpt: "Paul and Greg did an exceptional job of assessing what needed to be done and explaining in meticulous detail the choices for us to make, the materials that will be..."

Helpful quote experience. Reviewers also report that quote visits were timely and clear, with practical guidance and money-saving suggestions included. Representative review excerpt: "Review for the quote experience with Brian Speaks - Brian came right on time and was very clear on my options as well as providing some money saving tips."

Follow-through concerns. A small number of reviews describe weak follow-up or unclear next steps after the initial sales conversation. Representative review excerpt: "After 30 day and no dates set for any of the work, and very little contact (had to fight tooth and nail to get answers) then all of a sudden..."

Price & financing transparency

Price Transparency6.0/10

Feedback on pricing and financing is mixed to positive overall, with several reviewers saying pricing was fair and explanations were clear. At the same time, complaint themes include limited cost breakdowns, higher-than-expected pricing, and occasional change-order or loan-related frustration.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Clear pricing conversations. Some reviewers say the pricing discussion felt straightforward and that the company explained options well, including financing when needed. Representative review excerpt: "His pricing was fair, and he helped us get financing right on the spot."

Fair value for the quote. Others report being given a reasonable price and not feeling pressured or misled during the estimate process. Representative review excerpt: "I’d recommend Yancey Home Improvements to anyone looking for clear communication and a reasonable price on their next home project."

Breakdown and add-on concerns. Complaints focus on a lack of itemized pricing, expensive final costs, and surprise change orders or financing changes after work began. Representative review excerpt: "Will give a good talk, even sound like a good deal up front, but then find an excuse & hit you with a large over priced change order to make..."

Communication & coordination

Communication6.4/10

Communication receives a mixed but somewhat positive read. Many reviewers mention quick responses, clear updates, and good follow-up, while others describe delays in responses, weak coordination, or difficulty getting answers as the project moved forward.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Responsive and informative. Several reviewers say the team communicated quickly, answered questions clearly, and stayed helpful through the process. Representative review excerpt: "We appreciate his quick responses, clear communication, and helpful knowledgable information and assistance along the way."

Good follow-up from staff. Some reviews describe representatives as easy to reach, on time, and attentive to follow-up. Representative review excerpt: "He is easy going, a good listener, very knowledgeable, on time for appointments, and great at follow-up."

Hard to get updates. Complaint reviews say responses could be slow or unclear, and some customers report needing repeated calls to get resolution or progress updates. Representative review excerpt: "His follow through on deadlines and commitments was terrible, causing me to call multiple times to get resolution to the issues."

Timeline reliability

Timeline Reliability5.8/10

Timing is one of the more inconsistent areas in the review set. Some customers describe work starting and finishing promptly, but others report long waits, unclear schedules, and permit or activation issues that took far longer than expected.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Completed on schedule for some jobs. A number of reviewers say work was completed promptly, sometimes even earlier than expected, with projects wrapped up in a timely fashion. Representative review excerpt: "They.started the job a couple of weeks.earlier, cleaned up.everything and finished the roof in record time."

Fast turnaround on select projects. Other customers report that crews moved quickly and finished within a short window when the project was ready to proceed. Representative review excerpt: "Needed to meet a deadline by our home insurance, Max attended for our needs promptly, and the work was done within a day… stress free , happy to deal with..."

Schedule and permit delays. Complaint reviews describe delayed start dates, unclear timelines, and long-running permit or activation problems that were difficult to resolve. Representative review excerpt: "The company lacks responsiveness to any inquiries and cannot give you a clear idea of when the work will be done or how long the roof will take to replace."

Workmanship & site care

Workmanship7.4/10

Most workmanship reviews are positive, with customers describing strong installation quality, professional crews, and good cleanup. Still, some reviews report site-related problems such as property damage, incorrect installation details, or repair follow-up that needed attention.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

Strong install quality. Reviewers frequently describe the installation itself as excellent, with crews working hard and completing the job well. Representative review excerpt: "Installation was excellent, the crew lead (Oleh) was very focused, worked hard to get it done, and did an superb job."

Good cleanup and efficient crews. Some customers say the team finished quickly and left the site cleaned up after the work was done. Representative review excerpt: "They.started the job a couple of weeks.earlier, cleaned up.everything and finished the roof in record time."

Damage or installation issues. A smaller set of reviews reports installation mistakes, property damage, or follow-up concerns after the crew left. Representative review excerpt: "Then when have failed to delivery and caused property damage are slow to respond & have thus far failed to offer a solution."

Long-term support & performance

Long-Term Support7.1/10

There are fewer post-install reviews, but the available feedback leans positive. Reviewers mention systems working as expected, warranties being helpful, and support teams assisting with warranty claims, though one review describes a later roofing problem requiring attention.Solar.com's composite of published customer feedback, not a customer quote

System working well. Some reviewers say the work has continued to perform well after completion and that the warranty process was reassuring. Representative review excerpt: "Was done in a timely fashion, and has worked perfectly with a good warranty."

Warranty support assistance. One review notes help with a warranty claim and follow-on roofing support after installation. Representative review excerpt: "He is working with us to file a warranty claim with GAF and to engage in a new roofing contract."

Post-install issue reported. A negative review describes a problem that appeared after a few years and reflects dissatisfaction with the long-term outcome. Representative review excerpt: "Garbage company, I hired them through Tesla because my roof was not good for sun panels and they did it and all of a sudden after a few years rain..."

Bottom line: YANCEY HOME IMPROVEMENTS earns a 7.6/10 Solar.com installer score based on 93 substantive Google reviews. The strongest themes are clear sales explanations and generally solid workmanship, while pricing transparency, communication, and timeline reliability show more mixed feedback. Complaints are present across several categories, but they appear less common than the positive reviews in the highest-rated areas.

How this is built: category scores and summaries weigh the company's full published rating record (104 Google reviews averaging 4.4 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 Yancey Home Improvements

Company background from published business information and licensing records.

Products

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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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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 Yancey Home Improvements

What do customers say in Yancey Home Improvements reviews?

We analyzed 93 substantive published customer reviews of Yancey Home Improvements 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 Yancey Home Improvements installed?

Yancey Home Improvements appears as installer of record on 69+ 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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