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Sunrun

Solar Panels, Electrical

About us

Sunrun is leading the charge to create a planet run by the sun. We are building a more sustainable world, by making solar simple for over 200,000 customer's in 23 different states!

Business highlights

28 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

REC Solar, Inc. specializes in grid-tied solar electric design and installation, offering the latest technology, state of the art equipment, and financing opportunities for all commercial and residential customers.

Services we don't offer

Solar thermal (pool heating) and battery-tied systems.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.928 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
82%
4
14%
3
4%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.6
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 28 reviews

Christine T.
07/2017
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
They did a great job. I give them A's all around, especially their price.
Description of Work: They installed solar panels.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Donald K.
01/2016
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Bought solar panels through Costco. Sunrun is the installation contractor. Their price and service have been excellent. They did all the permits and installed the panels per contract. Quick and responsive.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000

Neil E.
06/2015
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Installed Solar Panels and connected to LADWP

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Deborah H.
05/2015
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
They were excellent!.
Description of Work: They put solar panel in my house and aided galvanize panels through out the whole house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$124.68

Daniel M.
03/2015
4.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Sunrun was great from meeting with the sales rep all the way through panel installation. However they fell short on a few areas being poor communication with the Edison permission to operate as well as monitoring of the system. | |With regards to Edison, they informed me that it would take about 6 weeks after installation to get Edison approval. It ended up taking about 12 weeks. I understand that the approval is out of their control but I see now that Edison recommends on their website that the contractor submit the paperwork 3 weeks before installation. My paperwork was submitted 1 week after installation. In the end I had to call Edison myself to get the permission to operate all signed off. | |Lastly, the contract with Sunrun has performance guarantees. However I now findout that I have NO WAY to monitor the performance except to go to the inverter outside and try to figure it out. I was given any options as to how to monitor the systems production. Through my own research I found that I can add a wireless monitor to the system. WHy couldnt anyone just tell me this! | |Overall, I am happy with Sunrun and especially with the installation crew. They went out of their way to make it a smooth process. However the rest of the process brings the overall grade down to a B.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$27,000

Michael G.
09/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
I was very please with thier honesty and if I increase my energy usage in the future I will consider them to do the work.
Description of Work: I purchased the $99 quote coupon on Angies list. REC was very prompt in their response and said that solar would not really be appropriate for me at this time based on my low energy usage. My $99 was promptly refunded.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Peter P.
06/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
We interviewed 4 different solar companies about putting up panels on our house. As we were going through the process, we found out about the "lease" program from a few companies, including REC. When it came down to it, it seemed REC was the most straightforward and upfront of the them all as to what they could do for us and what the results would be. They also appeared to be the company most interested in getting our business. Andrew was terrific every step of the way in getting us started and each handoff to the design/engineers and then to the installers was very well handled. The installers did a very clean professional job and even recently came back to install barriers to prevent birds from nesting under the panels.The system was installed in November and was turned on December 9, 2011. In the six months since we have had it, it has performed very well. In fact, as of this morning, not only has the system generated all of the electricity we have needed, but we have a 322 KwH reserve to help us get through the summer when the A/C starts kicking in. This has been a very good investment.
Description of Work: Provided estimates of savings from switching to solar power. Design and engineered an array of panels for our roof. Took care of county permits and HOA paperwork. Installed panels on the roof and worked with the county on approval. Hooked up the system to SunRun as the provider.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500

David and Karen M.
02/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
We had interviewed over 12 companies prior to our initally interview with REC. We needed the solar system installed within 6 weeks. REC told us that they could meet our requirements, and would also get an extention of our California Rebate if necessary. Within the first week of signing the contract with REC, a system designer was at the house discussing the design and installation of the system. Later that day I had received an email from him with the design written up and submitted to their sales department, to get parts ordered. A week later I received a phone call from the regional manager to set up the schedule for installation. We were also to have the roof refelted to ensure that when the system was up on the roof that no one would be goint up there. The regional manager contacted my roofer and worked out the coordination with him. I was still involved with the scheduling, but I would A week with me receive notification from either my roofer if REC contacted him, and I would hear from REC regional manger if he was contacted by my roofer. This went very smoothly, and as anyone knows coordinating two contractors can be a nightmare. A week later our REC sales rep. contacted me to arrange a date and time for us to go to COSTCO to pay for solar panels and other equipment. Once the equipment was paid for it was only two weeks later that my roofer had the roof ready and REC was on site installing the first portion of the equipment, and then my roofer followed up with his work. REC and my roofer worked fabulously together to both ensure all roof penatration were sealed but also that all equipment anchored and set with roof when the job was finished. REC finished up within the 6 weeks and had obtained an extension for the California Rebate however, we received our PTO Permission To Operate on the date of our original rebate experation date. We have an 8Kw system with the TIGO optimizers, and from the initial sales rep., the designer, reginal manager, and the installation team we could not be more pleased with our experiance with REC. Our's was a large job and due to REC's professionalism and customer care approach, I am more than pleased to sing their praise.
Description of Work: REC performed the design and installation of our solar system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000

Stephen L.
01/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
Overall, the experience was outstanding. Over a period of six months, from contact to completion, they established a schedule. They met every deadline and were constantly ahead of schedule. They completed the work earlier than anticipated. The technicians were extremely clean while they were working, cleaning up behind themselves constantly. They really knew what they were doing and were very professional. They did everything that I asked them to do, and I couldn’t be happier. The inspectors were happy with REC Solar’s work as well. Their cost was about 10% less than any other company we talked to. In fact, their costs were reduced during the process, since they realized some thing weren’t necessary. They even coached us through buying the hardware through Costco, so we received a rebate. I keep daily records, and as of today, the systems been outperforming my expectations and their predictions.
Description of Work: They installed a complete solar panel system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Brenda K.
01/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
The experience was very positive overall. Southern California Edison caused delays, but it wasn’t any fault to REC Solar. We’re very pleased with their work and I would recommend them to others.
Description of Work: They installed a complete solar panel system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Herb H.
01/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
The work has turned out beautifully. They really had it together from the planning all the way to the finish. The technicians showed up on time and as scheduled, and took care of everything with getting the system installed. With the recent repair, all I had to do was send them an email, and they sent a technician right out. Update Nov 7, 2012 - I suspect I'm not feeding as much power into the grid as I should be and I had an error message from the inverter. An email got me a phone call the next morning with a customer service tech who walked me through taking several readings from my inverter. He will evaluate them and we we perform the same readings next week to confirm whether a service call is required.
Description of Work: They installed a complete solar panel system about 2.5 years ago. Just recently, they completed a warranty repair for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Nancy G.
01/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
They were a very good company to work with. The technicians were prompt, completed the work, and were incredibly nice. They explained everything to us thoroughly. The only glitch was that when they finally got to painting the stucco around the box, they were a little bit slow, but everything else went smoothly. It was expensive, but I’m not sure if their price was any less or any more than any other company. We were very pleased, and we actually recommended them to a friend of ours.
Description of Work: They installed a solar panel system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Alex S.
01/2012
4.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
The process leading up to getting the work complete wasn’t as smooth as it should’ve been. Originally, I didn’t want the solar panels on the roof, so they were going to install them on a hillside. It took a lot for them to figure out that it was not a good place to do that. The end product is certainly functioning, and I’ve had no issues with it. The installation was professional and good, but I didn’t enjoy the process getting there. A year later, I called them to receive a quote about installing solar panels at my business, but they never got back with me.
Description of Work: They installed a complete solar panel system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Sunrun
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to review our services on Angie's List. I'm happy to see that your project with us turned out well. I am sorry to hear that we didn't get back to you in regards to your other project. I would be more than happy to have a member of our sales staff contact you in regards to installing solar on your business property. Please let me know if there is a specific number or email you would prefer that we contact you at. My name is Janet, feel free to contact me anytime- jguerriero@recsolar.com (408) 431-5483.

John D.
01/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
The experience was very fine overall. They were very easy to deal with. They ended up doing more work than what they thought was needed initially, but they kept their word of what was agreed, even though they might've lost money on that. I had no problems or issues.
Description of Work: They installed a complete solar panel system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Robert S.
01/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
The work that they did was fine. They are the ones who introduced me to the idea of a Solar Lease, so it was a very low cost option. It was a great experience overall.
Description of Work: They installed a complete solar panel system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

gary J.
01/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
Both the work and the experience with them were excellent. The technicians were timely and professional. The inspectors who came out to check the work once it was complete were impressed and told me that the work was done excellently. I’ve had no problems with the system at all; it’s worked beautifully. Given the work that they did, their price was good. I also had a roof installed at the same time, and REC solar worked with the roofing company to make sure everything went smoothly.
Description of Work: They installed an entire solar panel system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Susan & Thomas C.
01/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
Overall, the experience was great. Jonathon is the salesman and employee that we primarily dealt with. The technicians were very neat in what they do; throughout the process they were very careful. They explained everything thoroughly and talked with my wife & I about how they were going to do the work, and what the outcome would be. They did a beautiful job installing the system and made sure it’s not visible on our home. They made a promise that they would finish the job within a certain number of days, and I found that doubtful, but they were right on. Using the system is requiring some computer work on our part, which I was unaware of, and Jonathon is coming by soon to explain the computer that go along with the panels. They educate people with what the options are, and how and where to save money. They will take the time to answer questions, and make an effort to stop by to answer them. I found their work to be excellent. There are government tax breaks as well that are involved. Our entire system cost about $30,000, but we got a $10,000 rebate from the federal government, along with a $3,000 rebate from the power company. After we had the system installed, our first electric bill was $5!
Description of Work: They installed a solar panel system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30,000

Neal C.
01/2012
4.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
The work was fine. The technicians were professional, competent, and got the job done that needed to get done. I was satisfied with their price at the time. One issue happened just recently, which they addressed, but I wish they would’ve explained to me more thoroughly. Basically, I needed to check on the system every day to make sure it was working. The system shut down without my knowledge, since there was some sort of malfunction for many months that I was unaware of, and I also didn’t know that I needed to check the system daily. I found out that there was no power being produced, and they explained to me that if I wanted to keep track of the power being produced, I would need to purchase more equipment. Because of this, I lost at least 3 or 4 months of production from the system. I think this might just be how these systems are, but it would’ve been nice to have this explained to me or offered to compensate me for my inconvenience.
Description of Work: They installed a full panel solar system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mark P.
01/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
So far, the experience has been good. The technicians were incredibly professional, showed up on time, completed the work on time and within their estimates. They were generally very easy to deal with. They’ve done a great job.
Description of Work: They installed solar panels.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Roger K.
11/2011
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
They were responsive, but it took time to get the quote to get back. Their quote was not unreasonable it was fair priced. It all boiled down to the supplies that the other company was able to use that we wanted. They were a good company.
Description of Work: I used REC Solar for an estimate on solar panel installation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

vincent B.
06/2010
4.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
The salesman was fine. Just did not like the design of there solar panels. I looked into FAFCO and Heliocol which I like the designs much better. Went with Heliocol.
Description of Work: Bid on a pool solar system

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

CHIA-CHIEH H.
05/2010
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
They were very professional and the representative was very knowledgeable. I had a very good experience.
Description of Work: I used REC Solar for solar panels.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$35,000

Julie M.
02/2010
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
The experience was pretty good from start to finish. We did get rebates. We would absolutely use them again in the future.
Description of Work: We used REC Solar to install our solar array.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30,000

John L.
02/2009
3.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
They haven't done anything yet and so I'd say experience with the company has been okay this far.
Description of Work: We are having them install a photo voltaic solar array to generate electricity for the house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Dennis P.
10/2008
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
The work was completed on schedule and all the components installed and checked out quickly. So far no problems and I am very pleased.
Description of Work: Installed Solar power system on the house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,500
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Contact information

20512 Crescent Bay Dr Ste 108, Lake Forest, CA 92630

http://www.recsolar.com/california-los-angeles

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

Solar Panels,
Electrical

FAQ

Sunrun is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunrun accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Sunrun offers free project estimates.
Yes, Sunrun offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Sunrun does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Sunrun offers emergency services.
Yes, Sunrun offers warranties.
Sunrun offers the following services: REC Solar, Inc. specializes in grid-tied solar electric design and installation, offering the latest technology, state of the art equipment, and financing opportunities for all commercial and residential customers.
Solar thermal (pool heating) and battery-tied systems.

Contact information

20512 Crescent Bay Dr Ste 108, Lake Forest, CA 92630

http://www.recsolar.com/california-los-angeles