Pac Solar vs Solarcraft

It matters significantly. Solar installation involves people working on your roof with electrical systems and heavy equipment. If an installer falls or is injured and the contractor has no workers comp, your homeowner's insurance becomes the primary liability coverage for their medical bills, lost wages, and potential lawsuit. This can cost tens of thousands of dollars and affect your insurance rates. Solarcraft's workers comp coverage protects you from this exposure entirely.

Both companies receive positive feedback about installation quality, so the installation itself may be comparable. The real advantage of Solarcraft's 39-year history is institutional continuity when you need service in 10-20 years, deeper experience handling unusual roof conditions or complications, and knowledge across multiple equipment generations. An 11-year company like Pac Solar has solid experience, but Solarcraft has weathered industry changes, equipment failures, and manufacturer exits that inform better long-term decision-making.

Not necessarily, but address it directly in your conversation. Some customers report slower response for post-installation warranty work, which is worth discussing upfront. Ask about their current service staffing, typical response times, and how they prioritize warranty calls. Compare this against the fact that Pac Solar, while responsive now, is a smaller operation that may have less infrastructure for handling service calls years from now when multiple systems need attention simultaneously.

Both companies receive customer feedback mentioning competitive pricing compared to national solar companies, suggesting they're in a similar range. Pac Solar's lower overhead from not carrying workers comp might allow slightly lower pricing, but you're essentially self-insuring the injury liability risk. Get detailed quotes from both and factor in what your homeowner's insurance would charge to add contractor injury coverage if you choose Pac Solar.