About Andrew Sendy

Andrew Sendy - Author of Solar Reviews

Andrew Sendy

Solar Industry Expert

Andy is arguably the most qualified rooftop solar expert in America. He is in a unique position, having founded a large solar company but now being independent of any particular company. He has appeared on CNBC, has been referenced in public hearings concerning the rooftop solar industry ( such as the recent CPUC NEM 3 decision) and has been referenced by many major publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Business Week and many others.

Andy Sendy is a well known and trusted figure within the solar industry with more than 15 years of experience.

His video reviews of the leading brands of solar panels and home energy storage batteries are a must watch each year for both homeowners and solar industry professionals alike.

In 2021, an article he wrote about a clause in the Tesla solar panel rental contract caused Tesla to change this clause within days.

He was the founder of Solar Wholesalers, now the largest solar panel installation company in South Australia, has owned and operated solar projects in Japan and is Chairman of Solar Investments, a company that publishes several of the best rooftop solar related consumer education websites in America.

Andy has sat across the kitchen table with thousands of people who have considered solar. His background as a corporate lawyer and a financial analyst gives him a unique insight into the information consumers need.

His special skill is his ability to identify criteria that homeowners can use to determine the difference between good and bad solar companies

Recent articles by Andrew Sendy

A beginners guide to solar panels for home: Are they worth it where you live?

Andrew Sendy

January 6, 2021

A beginners guide to solar panels for home: Are they worth it where you live?

Solar Panels for Home: Ultimate beginners guide shows the economics of solar panels on your specific home

Solar Energy vs. Fossil Fuels

Andrew Sendy

July 12, 2018

Solar Energy vs. Fossil Fuels

The answer we’ve heard for years is to turn to renewable types of energy because fossil fuels are being depleted and a danger to the environment. Make a conscious effort to reduce their carbon footprints.

Pros and cons of Tier 1 vs. Tier 2 solar panels

Andrew Sendy

August 23, 2017

Pros and cons of Tier 1 vs. Tier 2 solar panels

What is a tier 1 and tier 2 solar panel? What efficiency do I get from these types of solar panels?

Solar Panel Repairs and Servicing: Keeping Your System Working and What to Do When it Doesn't

Andrew Sendy

July 19, 2023

Solar Panel Repairs and Servicing: Keeping Your System Working and What to Do When it Doesn't

Solar panels require regular servicing and occasional repairs to maintain optimal performance. Learn how to keep your solar panels in tip-top shape today.

The cost of charging a Tesla—and how it compares to gas vehicles

Andrew Sendy

June 21, 2023

The cost of charging a Tesla—and how it compares to gas vehicles

The cost varies depending on if its a Model 3, Model X, Model Y, or Model S, where you charge the battery, and if you use a solar-powered or Level 2 charging stations. Which is cheapest overall?

How much will solar panels cost to install on your home in 2023?

Andrew Sendy

June 25, 2021

How much will solar panels cost to install on your home in 2023?

Solar system cost is now less than $20,000 for a typical home. But what should you take into consideration when shopping for solar panels for your home?

How much do solar panels cost and save homeowners in Orange County in 2023?

Andrew Sendy

April 7, 2022

How much do solar panels cost and save homeowners in Orange County in 2023?

Find out key facts about going solar as an Orange County homeowner, including your potential cost & savings, payback period, incentives, rebates & more.

What do Tesla solar panels cost? Are they the best solar panel?

Andrew Sendy

September 13, 2018

What do Tesla solar panels cost? Are they the best solar panel?

his blog lays out what Tesla solar panels are, why Tesla uses third-party manufacturers, and most importantly, how much they cost.