Ameco Solar Reviews (2026): Long-Standing LA Regional Installer
Best for
LA/OC homeowners who want solar + roofing bundled and value a long-established local installer
Think twice if
You want Tesla Powerwall specifically, battery supply has been inconsistent
Ameco Solar is a long-established California regional installer based in Paramount (LA area) that combines decades of electrical and roofing work with residential solar. That integration is the differentiator — Ameco can handle solar, roof replacement, and electrical panel upgrades under one contract, which matters for the common California scenario where a solar install triggers a roof or panel upgrade need. Customer reputation on Yelp runs mostly positive, BBB complaint volume is modest.
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Footprint and Profile
Ameco is a Los Angeles / Orange County focused company with occasional service extending into Inland Empire. The roofing-plus-electrical background — unusual in residential solar — means projects that involve a roof swap or a 200-amp panel upgrade (common on 1960s–1980s California homes) can move through one vendor rather than three.
Equipment and Installation
Ameco does not manufacture panels. The company installs Tier-1 options with Enphase microinverters as the default. Tesla Powerwall is frequently included in quotes, though Tesla's variable battery supply has been a source of occasional customer frustration when installs stretch because a Powerwall unit isn't immediately available. Full process from contract to Permission to Operate runs 4 to 8 months, with some 8+ month reports tied to battery lead times specifically.
Reviews and Reputation
- Yelp: Mostly positive reviews in the 4–4.5 range.
- BBB: Some complaints exist, but volume is modest for company scale.
- Google: Strong local ratings in LA and OC.
Common Complaints
- Timeline slippage — typically when Tesla Powerwall or specific panel SKU has a long lead time.
- Subcontractor coordination issues when roof and solar teams hand off between trades.
- Occasional AC disconnect or main-panel wiring punch-list items requiring follow-up visits.
Financing and Warranty
Ameco lists cash, loans, leases and PPAs through third-party partners, but the utility records below show none of its 2025 systems as a lease or PPA. You can own the system (cash/loan) or go $0-down (lease/PPA). Warranty is strong — 25-year options on equipment and workmanship, with the roofing side backed by manufacturer warranties (GAF, CertainTeed typical).
Utility records list Ameco Solar LLC (CSLB #1053172) on 398 residential systems approved at PG&E, SCE and SDG&E in 2025, 130 of them in Los Angeles County. Of those, 71% included a battery and none was recorded as a lease or PPA (California Distributed Generation Statistics, CPUC interconnection data through May 31, 2026, downloaded September 24, 2026).
For customer-owned systems without a battery, 1 to 25 kW, approved from January 2025 through May 2026, Ameco's reported median price was $4.54 per watt on 166 systems. The statewide median on the same basis was $4.14. Reported prices are before incentives.
When Ameco Makes Sense
Ameco is a strong pick for LA/OC homeowners where the install involves roof replacement or substantial electrical work, and where having one vendor own the whole scope is valuable. It's also solid for straight solar-only installs where you value a long-established local relationship over a national brand. Less compelling if you're outside the LA/OC service area or if you specifically need Tesla Powerwall on a hard timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ameco Solar a good company?
Reputation data is mostly positive — solid Yelp ratings, modest BBB complaint volume, strong warranty options. One of the cleaner LA-area installers.
Does Ameco handle roofing too?
Yes, Ameco's roofing integration is a core differentiator. For California homes needing both solar and roof replacement, this matters.
What batteries does Ameco install?
Tesla Powerwall is the most common battery pairing, though Enphase IQ Battery and other options are available. Tesla supply has been inconsistent — confirm lead time at quote.
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