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Sunny Energy

4.6 185 reviews Solar installer in Tempe, AZ
  • Installing since 2008
  • 2 areas served
  • Licensed

Overview of Sunny Energy

Sunny Energy Solar, based in Tempe, Arizona, was founded by four solar industry veterans with diverse backgrounds in installation, operations, sales, and finance. With over 15 years of experience each, these visionaries established a company dedicated to providing Arizona homeowners with a superior solar experience. The company prides itself on offering the best design and performance, top-notch installation, industry-leading warranties, and a local team based in the Valley of the Sun to manage every aspect of the process from start to finish. Boasting thousands of 5-star ratings and being voted as the #1 solar provider across the Valley of the Sun, Sunny Energy has gained national recognition for its unwavering commitment to making solar accessible to Arizona homeowners. In 2019, the company introduced a groundbreaking tool, allowing homeowners to obtain a transparent estimate for their solar needs. This initiative reflects Sunny Energy's goal of empowering homeowners to take control of their solar journey by providing comprehensive information and education to help them make informed decisions. Sunny Energy's dedication to quality extends to its meticulous selection of technology, ensuring the most efficient and financially rewarding solutions for homeowners. The company distinguishes itself by offering industry-leading warranties for both products and installation. Additionally, Sunny Energy takes pride in having multiple team members who hold the prestigious NABCEP certification, a testament to their expertise in the field. The company's seasoned team of industry veterans has facilitated the transition to solar for thousands of homeowners. Sunny Energy takes care of every step in the process, from technology selection and system design to permitting and installation—all conveniently under one roof. As a result, Sunny Energy Solar stands as a beacon of excellence in the Arizona solar industry, exemplifying a commitment to transparency, education, and unparalleled customer satisfaction.

What Sunny Energy customers say

Carol G

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2021

Good company

From start to finish Sunny Energy took care of everything. Graham was our salesman. We had a telephone conference with him where he explained the system and the process with us. He was available throughout the process to answer questions. Sunny Energy emailed the quote that same day. We had several other companies give us estimates and explain their proposals. Sunny Energy had the best price and the best way to optimize the return of our investment. Throughout the process Sunny Energy took care of all the paperwork and permits necessary for our system. It took about 2 months from the sales meeting to installation. Two weeks after the system was up and running, Michael called and walked us through how to read and use SENSE and MY SOLAR EDGE. He sent us a copy of the Zoom session so we could review it later. We mentioned to him that we wanted the conduit in the attic or painted. They came out and did it as soon as they could. They were very pleasant about it. We decided to have it painted rather than being installed in the attic. The installers said if we changed our mind and wanted it to be put in the attic they would come back. Michael then called to check and see if we were satisfied. Last time I checked, SRP estimated that our bill would be around $185.00. Usually our summer bills are in the $300 to $400 range. Needless to say we are very happy with our decision to use Sunny Energy as our solar provider.

Lorre L

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2021

Sunny Energy Solar Installation

After Install: Ivan was fantastic! He explained the process without any overselling or overpromising. Any questions we've had have been answered quickly. We also had access to a website to monitor the progress of our solar throughout the process. Everyone involved has been knowledgeable, professional and friendly. We monitor my APS account, and have already seen a great reduction in our purchased energy. We highly recommend them. 3 Months In: Everything is going great. We've talked to several neighbors without solar and have been given information on previous AC bills at our current home. We've heard people paying between $600 - $700 easy with a home our size (2800 sq. ft.). We are a family of five. The kids are in online college/homeschool, and I'm a stay at home mom. So ... There is no "away" option when setting our thermostat. Bills before solar: April ($210) and May ($266 w/a few days of solar mixed in). Bills after solar: June ($127.84), July ($231), August ($247). We are looking at our largest bill in September. We may be on track for about $270. Our monthly solar payment is $221, and we know we're saving with solar. Before, we were scared of the costs for electricity we used between the peak times of 3p.m - 8p.m. After solar, we realized our panels produce the most electricity for us during those times. At first, we enjoyed APS buying (for less) our electricity during those times. Then, we decided to use our electricity for ourselves. We lowered our AC to more comfortable levels, and stopped sweating in our own home. If we left our thermostat settings the same (78 home/88 peak times), we would have even greater savings. We look forward to cooler temperature, so we can reap the rewards even more. If anyone is skeptical because of the monthly solar payment, just remember ... A car payment isn't cheap, but it costs less to get around in your own car all month (work/errands), then it would to pay for an Uber all month. It's an investment. At least, that's how we see it.

Denghowun

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2021

Delighted in all respects

We selected Sunny Energy after researching eight solar companies. We bought a 14 x 360W panel system, using a SolarEdge inverter. Their sales approach was forthright, without manipulation. Their pricing was not the cheapest, but fair. They communicated clearly and often. They did what they said they would do, promptly and professionally. We are delighted with the installation, and pleased to recommend them.

Peoria Solar

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2021

Great Price , Great Customer Service

I live in Phoenix area and have been taking quotes from various Solar Vendors including Tesla, SunRun etc. Comparing to these big players, I found the price very affordable. While Tesla had unbeatable price once upon a time, now they are mandating to buy a Powerwall which was adding a lot to the energy generation capacity showed. 1. Price For equivalent energy generation where Tesla quoted 28K, Sunrun quoted 23.5 K, Sunny Energy quoted 18.5 K 2. Customer Service I have a very bad experience with Tesla customer care even in the initial phase, Sunny Energy Sales and Support team responded very quickly. First thing is when you call Sunny Energy, a real person picks up the phone and talks to you. The response time was within a day. They give you a details of the proposal, walk you through the design, keep you updated on every stage of the progress. After installation, they also scheduled a zoom call with a person, who walked me through every aspect of the Solar including panels & their maintenance, the Meter box, customer care policy in detail. 3. Monitoring Sunny Energy website and the app is very good tool that gives you up to date information on how much energy is getting generated at any point in time, which could be equivalent to other players in the market 4. Value It has been hardly 20 days and the system has generated more than average power generation I would recommend Sunny Energy to anyone in the valley who is looking to go Solar

Emmett

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2021

Sunny Energy amazing company

I liked the communication throughout the whole process. Before , During and after installation.

Splitt

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2021

Best customer service

Our complete experience with Sunny Energy was wonderful. Best customer service and absolutely no pressure

Dave V

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2021

Great Proactive Communication

SunnyEnergy was my ultimate choice for solar due to their warranty being better than competitors and because they employ their installers, rather than subcontracting the work. Because of this, I felt they would hold themselves accountable and ensure the highest quality of work, which was evident throughout the process. It should also be mentioned that they communicated extremely well by email, text, and phone call throughout the project which was very much appreciated.

Guerrero

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2021

Worst company ever install 0 customer service 0 double that

They lied

Gary Newton

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2021

my experience was good

Our salesman was most concerned with getting the right fit for our home and answering our questions. Low pressure for sure. During the process, the tools they provided answered my questions, and if I had to call them, the customer service people were friendly and helpful. Project completed on time with no snags.

Second Time Solar

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2021

Awesome Install

Great job delivered as promised.

rick2312

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2021

Exactly what I wanted

There are many, many solar companies in AZ but I chose Sunny based on the attentiveness of their salespeople and the positive reviews across many sites. The whole process was seamless and they were extremely communicative the entire time from start to end. Any questions I had both before and after purchasing the system were quickly answered. There were also multiple followups from the Sunny team after the system was live to ensure that everything was working correctly, looked good and I was satisfied with my system. Highly recommend!

Gary Brennan

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2021

We'd Work With Sunny Energy Again.

Our friends referred us to Sunny Energy. We were introduced to their sales and technical team representatives. We were provided material on the products and services provided by Sunny Energy. Then, we asked to review the Costs and Contract. Those were provided for our review. The process was low key with no undue pressure. We liked the process and what we discovered, and so, decided to sign the contract and move forward with placing solar panels atop our roof. Throughout the process Sunny Energy staff communicated next steps and timelines. And, the solar panels look good and work great. Finally. did I mention the on-line monitoring tools and reports. They give us timely information and make us feel almost "techie."

Bruce Kennel

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2021

Top-notch professionals

Excellent web surf reviews

PaulN

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2021

Delivered system as Promised

I just had a 24 panel system installed on my roof. My salesman was knowledgeable and friendly. He outlined the process and schedule clearly. Someone contacted me at each step and the project was professionally completed on schedule. The gentleman who conducted the virtual walk through addressed all of my questions. Incidentally, my system actually performs a bit better than I expected! Kudos Sunny Energy!

Jeremy

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2021

A great company to deal with

From the initial proposal through installation, Sunny Energy was very communicative and met its initial time and cost estimates. I would definitely recommend.

Bobbie

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2021

Excellent company to work with!

We were impressed from the initial contact meeting all the way through the entire process! The communication was outstanding! Highly recommend!!!

Leticia

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2021

Great experience

Sunny Energy provided a pleasant experience. Everything was on track and the timelines they provided were fairly accurate given they’re not always in control. I always received follow up emails to update me on the next steps or the current status of the process. The staff was great and knowledgeable and answered all my questions and provided as much clarification regarding the solar panels. They were overall a great company to work with.

Zachary Fiscus

Reviewed on May 28, 2021

Great communication and competitive pricing

Sunny did a great job with our rooftop solar project. Communication was always prompt, the timeline was reasonable, and they offered very competitive pricing. After receiving proposals from 4 solar companies we chose to go with Sunny Energy and we're happy we did.

Frank D

Reviewed on May 19, 2021

Great experience working with Sunny Energy

We had met with other salesmen, but when we met with Christian and he presented Sunny Energy's process, cost and plan we felt comfortable with choosing Sunny to install our solar. Was a great experience from evaluation of our needs through installation. Very professional and responsive employees.

MAV

Reviewed on May 16, 2021

Sunny Energy

Sunny Energy is the way to go! Stellar customer service. Once the product was installed, the communication didn’t stop there. They follow up with you to ask if you have any questions. Sunny Energy also provides a virtual call to walk thru the entire system and how it works.

Solar Phil

Reviewed on May 14, 2021

A great company

We are very enthusiastic about Sunny Energy. They gave us an excellent, informed presentation of the system they built for us, worked efficiently through all the stages of permits and documentation, installed the system quickly, and provide a convenient software system for monitoring our solar panels.

Mark

Reviewed on May 1, 2021

Use caution before commiting to Sunny Energy

Salesman was on the ball, quick to respond to any questions, and always available for a phone call. Admin kept me updated and emailed me documents almost daily. Engineering department seems to be lacking common sense, but I didn't find this out till the project was done. Installation department was fast, friendly, and appears to have done a nice job. I purchased and paid for a 5.85KWh system. After the system was installed and turned on I noticed it wasn't operating at full capacity. As it turned out, it was engineered with only a 5KWh inverter. That means the system I paid for can only ever operate at a maximum of 85%. Furthermore the small inverter will be running full bore at it's maximum almost daily. I communicated this to several people at Solar Energy, but always got a less then satisfying answer each time. "Our engineers know what they're doing. I'm sure you're just confused". "Solar panels degrade and put out less energy over time. Someday they will degrade enough that the inverter will be perfect for the panels". "It would cost another $18000 to fix this now. Unless you want to pay us, it is what it is". For this I would recommend you evaluate carefully before you commit to these people.

Great Service

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2021

Great Service!

Great Experience! What they said, they did! Couldn't be happier with Sunny Energy!

Scott M

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2021

Excellent Friendly & Knowledgeable

How I came to know them is a little too long of a story for a review here. A Salesman had just left another company and told me he had signed up with Sunny Energy as they are the best here in Arizona. After doing hours of research into various companies, types of panels, size of system overall, financing and a dozen other questions, I decided Sunny Energy was my best choice price wise and reputation wise as well as the best warranty and customer service. I have been extremely please with their follow up, explanation of everything, how it all works, what to expect etc etc.

Robb F

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2021

Quality experience all around

From the initial sales contact that we initiated to the process of getting permits, approvals and installation the process was smooth, the communication was excellent and the end result has been as expected and promised. The above and beyond follow-up after our system was installed was very much appreciated, our interactions with everyone at Sunny was always professional and the responses always prompt. They definitely exceeded our expectations at every turn.

About Sunny Energy

2008
Installing since
185
Customer reviews
4.6
Average rating
2
Areas served

What Sunny Energy does

Services

  • Installation

Licenses

  • AZ ROC # 301018. CSLB # 1041321
  • 301018

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Where Sunny Energy works

  • Arizona
  • South Carolina

Where to find Sunny Energy

Head office

2414 W. 14th Street, Suite B, Tempe AZ, 85281

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