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HUS vs Semper Solaris — what each company offers.
| Category | Home Upgrade Specialist | Semper Solaris |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2017 | 2012 |
| HQ | Los Angeles | San Diego |
| LA Local Focus | ✅ Pure LA + SoCal | Statewide CA |
| Services | HVAC, Solar, Roofing, Battery, EV | HVAC, Solar, Roofing, Battery |
| EV charger installation | ✅ | Limited |
| Tesla Solar Panels + Powerwall Installation Experience | ✅ | Not stated |
| Sales approach | Calculator-first, no pressure | Door-to-door / outbound common |
| In-house LA crew | ✅ 28+ employees | Larger statewide subcontractor network |
| Years in business | 9+ | 14+ |
| BBB Rating | A+ | A+ |
When HUS is the right choice.
Pure LA focus
9+ years serving Los Angeles and Southern California. We know LADBS, LADWP, SCE, PWP, GWP, BWP — every LA utility and permitting jurisdiction.
No high-pressure sales
Calculator-first model. You start an estimate online, see numbers, then talk. No door knockers.
Tesla Solar Panels + Powerwall Installation Experience
Same Tesla Powerwall and Solar Roof products. Local LA crew with Tesla Solar Panels + Powerwall installation experience.
In-house LA crew
28+ employees, no subcontractor network. Every install supervised by HUS staff.
Choose Semper Solaris for the veteran-owned brand and statewide presence. Choose HUS for pure-LA focus + Tesla certification.
Both companies offer multi-trade services. HUS is Los Angeles-based, experienced with Tesla Solar Panels + Powerwall, and calculator-first; Semper Solaris has a longer operating history and statewide presence.
Compare before signingWhat LA homeowners should review before choosing a solar and roofing contractor.
Before choosing a solar, battery or roofing contractor, compare the written scope, roof condition, equipment options, battery backup goals, permit handling, utility steps, warranty responsibilities and service contact process. A complete proposal should explain who handles design, inspections, roof coordination, battery commissioning, monitoring setup and support after installation.
- →Roof and solar sequence - confirm whether roof work should happen before solar or as part of one coordinated project.
- →Battery planning - review backup loads, battery location, utility rules and monitoring setup before signing.
- →Support path - understand how warranty and service requests are handled after installation.
Questions LA homeowners ask.
Different focus. Both offer HVAC + solar. HUS is LA-local + Tesla Solar Panels + Powerwall Installation Experience. Semper Solaris is statewide and veteran-owned.
HUS has Tesla Solar Panels + Powerwall installation experience.
HUS uses calculator-first online estimates. Semper Solaris has historically used door-to-door / outbound sales (publicly documented on BBB).
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