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SUNCHASER INC

Water Heaters, Solar Panels, Pool Sales Construction and Installation

About us

We have been servicing and installing quality solar pool heaters and solar hot water systems in Southern California since 1998. Looking for a San Diego solar installer? SunChaser is your local expert on solar pool heating and solar water heating systems, serving San Diego County’s residential and commercial solar installation needs.

Business highlights

27 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Sales, installation, and service of solar swimming pool heating and domestic hot water systems.

Services we don't offer

Solar Photovoltaic (Electric)

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

4.69 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
67%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
33%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.3
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-9 of 9 reviews

James M.
08/2016
1.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
Brandon was referred to us by our pool contractor I made an appointment for Brandon -- about an hour before the appointment he called and asked if we could do it the next morning. Although I had already left work early and would miss more work time the next morning I politely agreed to the change. The next morning Greg came to the house. He was knowledgeable and professional. He said it would take several days to prepare a quote. About two weeks later I called and spoke to Brandon, he apologized and said he would get me a quote. About two weeks later I sent an email and got an auto reply -- I give up
Description of Work: replace old swimming pool solar system

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


Robert E.
07/2016
1.0
water heater repair, solar panels
  + 0 more
Like the previous reviewer I called this company on 7-14-2016 and left a voice mail. to get an estimate to repair or replace a leaking solar hot water panel on my roof. there was no response, so I called again and also sent an email on July 19th. I got an email response that same day indicating that the company would be touch with me "shortly." It's now July 24th and there has been nothing from the company. Pretty lame customer service. I'm going to call SolarTech in El Cajon tomorrow and see if that company can do any better. stand by.
Description of Work: Repair or replace leaking solar panel.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Susan W.
07/2015
1.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
I tried twice to contact Brandon. The first time (7/1/15), I left a detailed message and my contact information but he never returned my call. Two weeks later I tried to contact him again but his voicemail box was full and I was unable to leave any message at all. I will not try again.
Description of Work: Tried to reach Sunchaser to remove solar pool panels so that roof could be repaired. This vendor was recommended by the roofer.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


Robert N.
04/2015
5.0
water heater repair, solar panels
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: replace all water solar panels with higher quality devises and checked the entire 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
$1,600

Ed S.
08/2014
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
It went extremely well. The problem was resolved in a very quick manner and everything is working as it should.
Description of Work: They quickly diagnosed my problem, which was a bad controller, and replaced it. The turnaround time for the swap was extremely quick and their price was very competitive. I don't know how their customer service could be any better.

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
$325

Stephen B.
04/2014
5.0
swimming pools
  + -1 more
He was offering the latest solar systems for the pool. He came out again and explained everything out to how long it would take, different options on the number of panels that we could have, what we would normally need and if we wanted additional panels for faster heating, which we actually did incorporate into the offer. They were able to come out and in a span of one day, put in a solar heating for our pool. Our pool guy has recommended them, that he had worked with them on the past on different pools that he actually cleaned.
Description of Work: We had our pool solar heated by Sunchasers.

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
$5,000

Karin S.
02/2014
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
Brandon and Greg have been very efficient, responsive, spend the time to explain all of the equipment and what they are doing. They are very easy to work with. We enjoyed the warm pool day and night into November. It will be warm again in April.
Description of Work: Installed solar panels to heat our pool.

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
$4,000

Jason B.
04/2011
5.0
water heater repair, solar panels
  + 0 more
This is one of those on again, off again, on again sorts of jobs where we wanted to install a system, then waited through the winter, then resumed at onset of spring. Notwithstanding, Brandon Chase, the owner of Sunchaser solar, was willing to pick up where we initially left off, and fully maintained his commitment to his original price. We shopped for over 5 vendors for our solar pool heating system. What brought us to Sunchaser was our pool service guy's recommendation, Sunchaser's membership to IPSSA (Pool Servicers Association), and his reasonable price. He was very straightforward and up front. He did not go through a sales shpeel of, "My solar panels are the best". He simply showed what the EcoSun panels could do and backed it up with a warranty. We finally settled upon a price, and I gave Brandon the green light to install the system. They completed all work within a day and a half. The guys working the job were professional and personable. To this day, the system works like a charm, and we're getting 84+ degree water now that summer's around the corner. My only stone to throw would be that I called Brandon a couple of times in which he returned my call 3 or more days later. Fortunately, these were more "informational" types of calls I made while we were specking out the system. He's also a little hard to get a hold of via email, again along those "informationally" sort of lines. Yet, there were other times when he called me back within 24 hours. That variance in response times and best method of contact is why I assigned a fair grade above. Let me assure, however, that the other aspects of his work more than make up for this area of improvement. All and all, I would recommend SunChaser to those who want to install a solar water/pool heating system. He's involved with the local pool servicers group, he's got a good product, he's got a good price, he's licensed, and he's professional. Nice suite of characteristics and worthy of Angie's List praise.
Description of Work: Sunchaser Inc. installed a solar pool heating system on our roof per recommendation of our pool service guy. The techs also integrated the system fully into our variable speed pump & control system, and reprogrammed the controlling remote to boot.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,700

M H.
11/2004
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
THESE GUYS WERE AWESOME. THEY WERE COURTEOUS, HELPFUL, INFORMATIVE AND HONEST. THEY INSPECTED OUR OLD SOLAR PANEL ON OUR ROOF THAT WAS INSTALLED WHEN THE HOUSE WAS BUILT IN 1979, AND REPORTED THAT IT WAS FUNCTIONAL, AND THE BEST WAY TO MAXIMIZE IT'S BENEFITS. I WOULD HAVE EXPECTED THEM TO UPSELL US ON A NEW, BETTER OR 'MORE EFFICIENT' MODEL. VERY HAPPY WITH THEIR SERVICE!
Description of Work: INSTALLED NEW SOLAR WATER HEATER (60 GAL) AND INSPECTED SOLAR PANEL ON OUR ROOF (INSTALLED IN 1979).

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
$800

    Contact information

    10316 Chase Creek Lane, Lakeside, CA 92040

    www.sunchasersolar.com

    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

    Water Heaters,
    Solar Panels,
    Pool Sales Construction and Installation

    FAQ

    SUNCHASER INC is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
    SUNCHASER INC accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    Yes, SUNCHASER INC offers free project estimates.
    Yes, SUNCHASER INC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, SUNCHASER INC does not offer a senior discount.
    No, SUNCHASER INC does not offer emergency services.
    Yes, SUNCHASER INC offers warranties.
    SUNCHASER INC offers the following services: Sales, installation, and service of solar swimming pool heating and domestic hot water systems.
    Solar Photovoltaic (Electric)

    Contact information

    10316 Chase Creek Lane, Lakeside, CA 92040

    www.sunchasersolar.com