Vital Energy Solar review

Positive reviews:

“Vital Energy installed Solar and Enphase back up batteries for us. They were prompt, efficient, professional and the WHOLE STAFF is knowledgable about solar and back up power. They listened to our needs and gave us a system that serves us well, and will pay for itself in a few years. They made GOING SOLAR easy and affordable. They also got us the best equipment and warranties available! We Highly recommend Vital.” – Eloise ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ February 24, 2022

“I want to highly recommend Vital Energy. I have two houses, one is a rental and the other is my residence.Vital Energy is a family owned, local business. The crew is made up of guys who have been installing solar for many years. Jay the owner is whom I dealt with. He has been doing solar for over 30 years. I was impressed with his knowledge. He is a certified electrician which made me feel much more comfortable. He did not try to oversell me, he was honest about what we needed. Not something I found with the other companies. He really understands this business because of his years of experience, unlike the young guys whom the others sent out. I was most concerned about to quality of the installation. This will be on my roof for several decades and I don’t want sub workmanship. The company was fast, efficient and quality. The price was competitive. I can not tell you how happy I am that I hired Vital Energy after hearing some of the horror stories from my friends when they dealt with some of the bigger companies.” – Marc D. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ February 10, 2019

Positive reviews:

“The Vital Energy team was responsive, experienced, and committed to helping us find our home’s best and most affordable solution. From the first on-site visit to installations and follow-up, they were focused on getting us up and running quickly, finding the “”just right”” amount of solar we needed, ensuring we understood our battery and solar system top to bottom, and getting us the best price in the area. We’re excited to support a long-standing local business and recommend starting your research with Vital Energy. There’s a very good chance you’ll keep them at the top of your list!” – Jay W. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ February 8, 2024

“Vital Energy installed two 10k Enphase batteries for us to store the energy from our solar panels. The team is highly professional and the Enphase batteries are of highest quality. It was a difficult install because Marin Fire would not let us install in our unsheetrocked garage. Vital Energy moved to the batteries to an exterior location with no extra charge to us. And then they helped us get a very substantial rebate from PG&E! We were super impressed and pleased with their very professional and helpful company! Highly recommend!” – Rudi D. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ July 23, 2022

Negative reviews:

“when the people that are working for them are given the reigns to lie giving this information promising things that they can never keep saying they’re doing things that they are not doing and calling you into hanging on costing thousands of dollars and you can’t even reach the contractor they’re supposed to be responsible for it and they don’t seem to mind if you complain to the contractor state license board that would be my next stop. My name is David and I had a terrible experience with this company. I was kept strung along for a year and a half I do not have one solar panel on my roof. It cost me probably $40,000. I was out now lied to about so many things that have come to light as a strong along month after month embarrassingly, the number is probably low. It’s hard for me to look at the real facts of it all beyond the fact that I know I’ve been out and now played here. I even stuck up for these people when I heard some similar type of news in the very beginning of my experience with them because what they said was so believable, but it was all a lie. I would not trust this place. I would not recommend this place. I tell you right now the contractor hold no accountability without going all the way to the contractor state license board. I suggest if you’ve had a bad experience with these people that’s exactly where you go and you write against their license. It’s the only way it’s gonna shut this person down from continuing to play people. I am a homeowner and Petaluma for the most part I’m disabled and so is my wife. And tell these people I’ve never written a review about anything I’ve never shared, especially as embarrassing as this is with anyone said something so embarrassing and taking advantage of, but they claim so much on the fact that they’re local bashing all the big companies that by now I would’ve at least had solar, but it’s all a bunch of smoke mirrors all they’re trying to do is get your money. I imagine it’s a fair amount of people they do legit business with, but I promise you that is not what has happened with me because I was too trusting because when the warning signs came up, I just ignored them and wanted to believe them and let us go on for about a year and a half. I’m so upset. It’s hard to write very much right now. I’m trying to put it out there though and get it all together so I can really connect with people and understanding they do have a way of getting to you when you open the door to the idea of doing business with them.” – David G. ⭐☆☆☆☆ March 30, 2026

“I have used Vital Energy for a couple of projects without a significant problem until now. Back in June of 2025 they completed a project to install solar panels and a Tesla battery on my home. The final inspection was done at the end of that month and the final payment was done in June as well. The solar tax credits are expiring at the end of this year and the gold standard for proof that the project was completed in 2025 is the “”permission to operate”” granted by the utility, in this case PGE. Its now mid December I still do not have the PTO because Vital Energy was so slow (ie someone there dropped the ball) in submitting the proper paperwork to PGE. The owner, Jason Jackson admitted that this is taking WAY too long and in fact guaranteed to fund my tax credit if the IRS denied it. However, I do not want to go through that kind of fire hoops should there be an audit. There is no cogent reason why the PTO has taken SIX MONTHS to be granted. Because of this outrageous delay I cannot recommend this company. They simply do not seem organized enough, competent enough, to do so.” – Barry C. ⭐☆☆☆☆ December 11, 2025

Positive reviews:

“REMOVEDWorking with Vital Energy was one of the best decisions we made. We had 3 local company’s to choose from so it was a tough choice. Vital Energy had the best pricing and the equipment they were proposing was among the best. If you are looking to put solar on your house I would defiantly consider these folks. Thinking of getting batteries next! Thanks Vital Team” – Nate H ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ May 8, 2024

“I am writing to express my utmost satisfaction and appreciation for the exceptional service provided by Vital Energy. My experience with your company, particularly dealing with REMOVED, the owner, has been nothing short of outstanding.From the moment I contacted Vital Energy, REMOVEDdemonstrated an impressive level of knowledge, patience, and support throughout the entire process. He guided me through each step of the installation process, ensuring that all my questions were answered and concerns addressed.The installation of my new roof, replacing a 25-year-old one, was flawless. REMOVEDand his team completed the task efficiently, and I have had no leaks since then. It’s reassuring to know that if any issues were to arise, Vital Energy stands by their workmanship.Furthermore, the ongoing monitoring of my system has been invaluable. Vital Energy recently found and repaired an issue that I was not aware of, which demonstrates their commitment to client pleasure and system performance.What impresses me most is the forward thinking of Vital Energy in getting the paperwork done so PG&E would pay for the update of my system. “This demonstrates that they are focused on maximizing their customers’ experience.Overall, I am really delighted with the service from Vital Energy. I would definitely recommend them to anybody interested in dependable and competent solar energy solutions. Thank you again for your wonderful service.Best Regards,REMOVED” – Roger B ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ May 3, 2024

Positive reviews:

“Carrie, Dustin and Alexsis were my contacts for our panel replacement project. They offered me good pricing and were very responsive, friendly and extremely helpful addressing my questions/concerns. The installation crew were friendly and very efficient. Taylor was helpful with the disposition of the old panels. Dustin is helping with some follow-up investigation since the installation. I couldn’t be more pleased with Vital Energy and highly recommend them.” – Dave Soldate ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ March 2026

“Vital Energy was recommended to me by several people, neighbors and friends that were happy with their service. I first contacted them about the beginning of September, knowing that the federal tax energy credit would be ending at the end of the year. My first consultation of was with Brian, who gave me his recommendations on how many solar panels and batteries, might need, but he also had many other options, based on my particular needs. Once I decided those details I was put on the schedule for installation in November. The crew that came out to install the batteries, the panels and all the equipment were phenomenal. They really know what they’re doing, and it shows. My install was completed in several hours and I was harvesting solar energy that day. The project manager, Alexis was superb in her communications to me. I knew exactly what the status was of my project at all times. Going solar is a great decision, and using Vital Energy to meet that goal was a good decision.” – Jay Tomas ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ February 2026

Negative reviews:

“1 rep from this company ignored my “”No Trespassing”” sign and knocked on my door to ask me who did my solar that we already have. Got my dogs barking for no reason and interrupted me working. THEN I follow him to his car to get plates because I was going to call the cops/company to complain and he fake calls the cops on me instead telling them that I am threatening him and blocking his car (I wasn’t). So I say lets wait for the cops then and stand behind their truck. They (was another rep in the car) then drive away. No cops ever show. If you are looking for solar installers that can’t read, lie, and are disrespectful then Vital might be the company you are looking for.” – Taylor Long ⭐☆☆☆☆ 2025

“This company lied to me about how it work some guy named Alan said it would be free I have had the panels but failed the inspection with the city and I’ve just had the panels not turned on and I’m still paying for them I want a refund!” – Helpthegods 123 ⭐☆☆☆☆ 2024

Market Leader

With an overall third-party rating of 4+ and positive feedback across more than 10 reviews from different platforms, Vital Energy Solar is distinguished as a Market Leader. They’ve established themselves in 1 state, which points to solid customer relationships in these markets. If you’re looking for an experienced solar provider known for both quality and reliability, Vital Energy Solar stands out as a premier choice in the solar installation industry.