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About Sunlux

Sunlux designs customized solar systems tailored to each home’s or business’s energy needs. Many Sunlux customers are satisfied with the installation process, staff professionalism and overall system performance. However, there have been some complaints about unexpected additional costs, issues regarding monitoring systems or delays in scheduling.

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Pros
  • Full-service panel installation
  • Variety of equipment options
  • $0 down payment options
  • 25-year performance guarantee
Cons
  • Some communication issues
  • Limited availability (only in Southern California)

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Hesperia, CA
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I interviewed several people and Sunlux had the best price and their solar energy system looked like a good product. We interacted with three bidders and Sunlux came out, looked t...

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Lakewood, CA
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Sunlux is good. I don't have a problem. There was a good tax rebate going solar, and my electric bill was high. Sunlux had the most customizable plan. It could fit on my roof. The...

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Sunlux panels and equipment

Sunlux specializes in residential and commercial solar energy installations. It partners with a few quality brands to offer solar panels, inverters, batteries and EV charging solutions.

  • Solar panels: Aptos, REC and Qcells
  • Solar inverters and microinverters: Tesla inverters, SolarEdge inverters and Enphase microinverters,
  • Residential battery storage: Powerwall, Enphase and SolarEdge systems
  • Commercial battery storage: Tesla Megapack, RCT Power CESS 200 US systems

Sunlux installations

Sunlux handles design, permitting and installation in-house (unlike some solar companies that only sell contracts and outsource the work). The first step in the process is to book a free consultation to determine if solar is right for you.

  1. Consultation: The installation process starts with a visit to the location, where specialists survey for challenges and measure the available space.
  2. Planning: Within the following week, Sunlux designers draft a plan that matches your desired aesthetic and efficiency.
  3. Permits: The company then applies for permits. Permit approval may take up to a month.
  4. Scheduling: Once the permits arrive, the company will schedule an appointment to install your new solar energy system.
  5. Inspection: After passing inspection and receiving utility approval, energy production can officially begin.

Sunlux costs

Solar panel costs vary depending on the size of your roof and whether you purchase, finance, lease or prepay for your solar panels. On the high end, one Sunlux customer, Aldo in Corona, told us he spent $80,000 on a system.

Statewide, typical solar panels cost in California range $12,224 to $24,449. But homeowners rarely have to pay that much upfront, thanks to affordable financing and leasing options.

It’s best to get a personalized quote for the most accurate cost estimate. Sunlux offers a solar calculator that can help you estimate the cost of your solar system and utility cost savings over time based on your average monthly utility bill.

Sunlux payment options

Sunlux offers several different options for its solar energy systems:

  • Purchase: You can buy the system outright. If you decide to purchase, there is a $1,000 deposit upfront. The remaining balance is typically due when installation begins.
  • Finance: Sunlux partners with a few loan companies to offer $0 short- and long-term payment options.
  • Lease: With solar leases, you pay nothing upfront. Then you pay a fixed monthly rate over a 25-year agreement.
  • Prepaid lease: This option lets you prepay a locked-in rate for the electricity your solar energy system should generate over the next 25 years.

Sunlux warranty

Sunlux offers 25-year coverage on equipment, with additional warranty options that can include performance guarantees.

Sunlux also provides access to 24/7 monitoring platforms to its customers. This will let you check on the performance of your solar system and notify reps of any issues with your system that may arise.

FAQ

What is Sunlux?

Sunlux is a solar energy company that designs and installs solar systems for homes and businesses. It operates primarily in Southern California and is a certified installer for brands like Tesla Powerwall. Because it manages projects directly, customers typically have one company responsible for the entire installation process.

How long do Sunlux installations take?

Installation typically takes one or two days, though permitting and preparation can take several weeks to a few months.

Where is Sunlux available?

Sunlux is available in Southern California.

When was Sunlux founded?

Sunlux was founded in 2015.

Is Sunlux legit?

We consider Sunlux a legitimate option based on strong feedback from verified customers and the range of financing options it offers.

Some customers report predictable monthly payments compared with fluctuating utility bills. Christian in Rancho Palos Verdes said his financing payment was about $150 per month for six years, after which he would own the system outright.

Other reviewers mention a detailed installation process. Daniel in Wildomar appreciated the thorough site assessment, saying his representative “showed me how extensive their installation process is to prevent roof leaks.” That kind of upfront evaluation can help protect your roof and avoid costly issues later.

However, not all experiences are seamless. Robina in Paramount said that while her salesperson was responsive, she felt some important details — including roof compatibility — were not clearly explained upfront. She also described communication during the process as confusing and said she was reconsidering moving forward.

As with any solar company, homeowners should review contract terms carefully, confirm roof requirements early and compare multiple quotes before signing.

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    Reviewed March 12, 2025

    I did at least half a dozen different companies like Tesla, some of the smaller guys, and then Sunlux before I had taken a look at the bigger guys. When I took a look at those guys at Costco, they just wanted an incredibly high amount for the same size system. Generally, I was hoping to be able to save a little bit of money and to be a little bit of an environmentalist.

    Sunlux was good. The biggest hard part was just waiting for all the things to come through, basically waiting for building and services to approve the permit. And for the most part, it seemed like it was fairly easy. I was hoping to get it installed last year, but wound up getting it this year. But part of that was because of the age of my roof. It was at 30 years, and so given that, there would be a good chance that I'd be having to take the panels off and replace the roof halfway through, certainly within the next 10 years. And so we wound up doing a lift in relay and Sunlux was great in helping me with that.

    Installation of the panels was easy. Once we got the roof on, they came out one day and prepped the roof with all the parts for the panels. They had to wait because it was really windy, so we wound up waiting for about a week. And they came out and got the panels up, and it went smoothly. There were no real big issues.

    They were also easy to talk to. The project manager was a bit busy. It was a little hard getting information from him, it sounded like he was managing multiple projects. Maybe I was too involved. If I had questions about something, it would often take the project manager a couple days to get back. I'd email them and then it would take a couple of days to get back, which may not be that big of a deal. But it seemed to be a little slow. It's like he was really busy with everything going on. And maybe it might help if they had a second project manager. I found my best conversation was when I went through and talked to the accountant in trying to get things done.

    I'm tracking it via an app through Enphase converter, and so far, what it's suggesting is that I'm producing over two times the power that I would do on an average daily basis, based on my period from November through January.

    Everything they did was great. The biggest thing that I liked about them is they had different options between panels, and they were happy to give them to me. With Project Solar, when I was first looking at them, they wouldn't tell me about other panels, but I would at least be able to ask them to see what they had.

    I got the REC 420 panels. After 25 years, they're supposed to be able to still produce 93% of their original rated power compared to the Tesla panels, which is like 80%. I'm guessing a lot of panels probably come in around 85.

    It was 25 panels, and we estimated somewhere between 11,000 and 12,000 kilowatts a year, and we figured we'll go up to about 106%. I think they're capable of doing 15 kilowatt-hours, but we wanted to go a little bit more because I wanted to eventually add an induction stove/oven. And as it turned out, I just had to add a heat pump. He left our heat pump, which was unexpected. The heater that I had in there was 20 years old, and I'd have the thermostat turned off, and for some reason, the heater would try to turn back on. So, I'd have to unplug it, let it reset itself, then plug it back in, and it would be okay.

    And ultimately, when they checked it out, they noticed that the board had some shorts on it. You could see some discoloration around the different pieces that indicated that it was shorting out. It wasn't so bad that it could work sometimes, and so I'm like we can wait a year before we do it until we get the tax return.
    Other than that, I found it very easy. At one point, I almost went with Tesla. You do everything via the website, and if you get one thing wrong, you're screwed and you can't even talk with them. And that's why I eventually didn't go with them. But as it turned out, the panels I got on my roof were a lot better. I’d definitely recommend them to friends.

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      Reviewed Feb. 22, 2025

      We're in Portuguese Bend. All the utilities have been cut off so I decided to go solar. I like Sunlux and have had them for about six months now. It was easy and straightforward when I got it installed. That is our electricity, so there is no billing. We're very happy about the quality.

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      Reviewed Feb. 22, 2025

      I chose Sunlux due to the reviews of all the highlights that they had. When we went with them, the company they were working with prior, SunPower, went under, and they were bought by Sunrun, and then everything got lost in the shuffle. When the system actually got put in place last November, it didn't work. The guy came out last week, and hopefully it's working now. But I had to pay $500 for my Edison bill and $200 to Sunrun for a system that did not work. It's been really frustrating.

      I would love to pay for something that works. Every time I reach out, it's always, "Well, Sunrun has now taken over your system." But in reality, it's never worked from the start. So, I wish that Sunlux stands up to their company's reviews, finds their values and really fixes this problem. Because it's been really awful to spend $80,000 for a system not to work.

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      Reviewed Oct. 14, 2024

      I had water come through where the panels were installed. I looked at my contract. Looks like I was covered with the 10 year warranty on leaks. I called, explained what was going on. They sent someone. They found broken tile and repaired them and told me problem solved. Well 1 week later rain. More water came through. Worse than the first time. Again I called. They said they will take care of it. It's been 2 years and now they are just straight ignoring me. The drywall inside the house is damaged and they don't want to take any responsibility for it. I've waited so much time with this. It's a shame because I have people asking me all the time who did your panels and I have to be negative with the referral. I can't refer my neighbors and friends to these people.

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      Punctuality & SpeedStaffEquipmentNet Metering

      Reviewed Sept. 21, 2024

      The Sunlux rep sounded like he knew what he was doing. I bought the solar panels outright. The installation was not quick because of California adopting new net metering rules. So, there was a big rush to get in under the changeover. There was a four-month delay between the initial contact and the installation. The solar panels are working. It has a good return on investment.

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      Reviewed Sept. 21, 2024

      Sunlux is good. I don't have a problem. There was a good tax rebate going solar, and my electric bill was high. Sunlux had the most customizable plan. It could fit on my roof. They got more panels on my roof. Their reps are very stellar. They all get back to me. Everyone was good. I had to finance the panels and the process was easy. Sunlux referred a couple of different people, and I ended up going with one of them. Installation went quickly. We were up and running a couple weeks after that, and it's been active now for a year and a half ago. It looks like I'm saving money. I haven't really run the numbers, but it's like I'm saving 200 bucks a month. I'd tell someone to give them a shot. They're a good company. I like working with them.

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      Reviewed Sept. 4, 2024

      I recently had Sunlux Solar Companies install a solar system for my home, and the experience has been outstanding from start to finish. The installation team from Sunlux was top-notch. They were professional, efficient, and very knowledgeable. The pricing was competitive, and Sunlux offered a variety of financing options that made the investment more manageable. Sunlux also provides a robust monitoring system that allows me to track the performance of my solar panels in real time.

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      Reviewed Aug. 30, 2024

      I would recommend Sunlux but make sure you get a completion of work so they cannot put a lien on your property. Having the solar put in was smooth. Sunlux took care of everything. But in doing so, we needed to get our roof done. Sunlux recommended a certain company. We went through them and did the financing through Sunlux for the roofing company. Everything went great. But within a few months, the company Sunlux used didn't pay their supplier, so they put a lien on our property. That was when we went to Sunlux to contact them saying, "We're paying you for the roof. Everything's fine. Why are we now having to deal with all of this drama?" The roofing company went bankrupt. I understand it wasn't Sunlux's issue. But at the same time, we were financing and paying Sunlux, so Sunlux paid the roofer. Why did we become the middle person?

      When we tried to reach out, Sunlux just corresponded with an email. There was no person to help us navigate that as we went through it. We got it taken care of. But it took almost a year. Everything up until that point was great. We've had two issues with retrieving the power. Sunlux took care of it. They have gone down and they sent an email, "Something's going on." And the next thing I knew, the email was, "It's been resolved." Going solar lowered our bill.

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      Reviewed Aug. 2, 2024

      I recently had Sunlux Solar Companies install solar panels on my home, and the entire experience was outstanding. From start to finish, their team demonstrated professionalism and expertise. The installation process was smooth and efficient. The crew arrived on time, worked diligently, and took great care in ensuring that everything was installed correctly.

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      Reviewed July 13, 2024

      I interviewed several people and Sunlux had the best price and their solar energy system looked like a good product. We interacted with three bidders and Sunlux came out, looked the situation over and evaluated what product we needed. We took out some paperwork and we were off and running. Everything was straightforward.

      The installation was a little rougher but they established a schedule for installation. We had to change the power panel so that was part of the changeover. We had an inspector who was a pain in the behind and kept kicking back problems but Sunlux worked through that. When they brought the panels out, three had been damaged during transit. So, they replaced those and it all went smoothly. It was an excellent quality service compared to the cost. I have the app and it shows me what's happening with the panels and it’s very good. I would recommend Sunlux. They have people behind them who know what they're doing. They did a nice job and worked well with the power company.

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      Reviewed July 3, 2024

      I've been with SunLux for a year now and they've done a good job. They were here when they said they were gonna be here and they did everything that they were supposed to do within that timeframe and everything went fine. Everything's working. I am satisfied with my experience with SunLux.

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      Reviewed July 2, 2024

      I recently had the pleasure of working with Sunlux for a solar panel installation on my home, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From start to finish, Sunlux demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and exceptional customer service.The initial consultation was thorough and informative. The representative took the time to explain the benefits of solar energy and how Sunlux's systems work. They provided a detailed assessment of my energy needs and designed a custom solution that fit my home perfectly.

      The installation process was smooth and efficient. The Sunlux team arrived on time and completed the job within the promised timeframe. They were respectful of my property, ensuring everything was cleaned up once the installation was complete. The quality of the workmanship was top-notch, and the panels look great on my roof. Since the installation, my energy bills have significantly decreased, and I feel great knowing that I am contributing to a more sustainable future. The performance of the solar system has exceeded my expectations, and I appreciate the ongoing support and monitoring provided by Sunlux. Overall, I highly recommend Sunlux to anyone considering solar energy. Their commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and environmental sustainability is truly commendable. Thank you, Sunlux, for making my transition to solar energy a seamless and rewarding experience!

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      Reviewed June 18, 2024

      We bought Sunlux solar in 2018. We had a good experience. In 2023 our inverter stopped working. We had no idea. The company said they emailed us and left VM. We didn’t check those communication modes. They did not mail us a certified letter to let us know we had no solar. No one came to our home. Edison bill for 2023 was $5700. I called Sunlux and within a month we had a new Solar Edge inverter. Our Solar is up and running I’m happy to say. We want Sunlux to pay our $5700 electric bill. We feel they didn’t go the extra mile to notify us. We had no solar for a year.

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      Reviewed May 19, 2024

      I liked their customer service and the salesperson. We had other companies come by and they had a better presentation. They had more resources. And it just worked out best. The installation went smoothly, too. They kept updating. We had a different solar company that we were gonna go to before, and they kept pushing something with permits. We did not go with them after all because they pushed it back four months. SunLux had it done within their allotted time and never had a pushback once. The installation looks very professional and it looks nice. They took care of everything.

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      Reviewed May 18, 2024

      I like the knowledge of Sunlux employees. They were amazing. They reached out to me. They kept me in the loop at all the time in the process, and made sure I was aware of what was going on. They were all very professional. I was impressed with their honesty. The panels look good. It was very sharp. It looks clean. They even color-matched the paint. I was impressed. Since everything is in place, our electrical bill has gone down a lot. It’s almost non-existent. Overall, Sunlux is not predatory. They're honest and they take care of the customer all the way from day one to the end.

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      Reviewed April 20, 2024

      Working with Sunlux for our solar panel installation was a decision we're incredibly happy with. From the initial consultation to the final installation, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and efficient.

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      Reviewed April 15, 2024

      It was a smooth process with the Sunlux sales rep, particularly in how he included the roof. We had someone else doing the roof and he gave us options in terms of including that in the price for the loan arrangement and how quickly he calculated our savings as well in terms of our monthly bills was really helpful. Also, he was available and very responsive to our questions. The installation process was more challenging, though.

      The selling and setting up of the financing all happened over the summer of last year and the installation didn't happen till March of this year. They didn't realize we needed an upgraded panel and then, they had to reinstall that because they didn't read the fine print from the city in terms of the requirements on that panel. So it wasn't all their fault. There were always different hurdles that were being presented to them, some of which was from the city, but they were on top of it. The process for Sunlux to get everything installed was horrifically slow but they tried their best to communicate.

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      Reviewed March 19, 2024

      An absolute flawless experience. I would have put solar in earlier had I known about their services earlier! My biggest worry was not knowing who to go with. Sunlux did all the leg work and research for us.

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      Reviewed Dec. 19, 2023

      My experience with the SunLux reps was fantastic. They were knowledgeable and professional. We were going with another solar company but they were horrible. The process with SunLux was quick, easy and painless. We had a flat roof with a foam top which was a problem for the other company. But Sunlux was able to do it. It has rained but there had been no leaks.

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      Reviewed Dec. 19, 2023

      We're very pleased with Sunlux. Their reps were great, very responsive and took care of all of our needs. The sales engineer, Gary, was very professional and knew what our needs would be and set us up with a system that would cover all of our needs and cover an EV in the future. Our project manager was also very responsive. I have done hundreds of emails with her and she always answered promptly. It was very pleasant and professional. The installation went very smoothly. The installers did it in one day. My only complaints were with SDG&E. We just finished the project. We started February 1st of this year. It was quite a lengthy process and it was mostly due to SDG&E dragging their feet. But we're very pleased with Sunlux so far. Everything's been a dream. It was turned on 11-22 and no problems. We're thrilled. Their app is also easy to use.

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      Reviewed Dec. 11, 2023

      I like the sales rep with Sunlux. He knew his stuff and was convincing with his argument. He seemed honest and that was important. It took forever to get everything approved and for Sunlux to come out, but the installation went fine. They showed up and did their job. Sunlux gave me access to Enphase Energy System Monitor. I did Enphase on the computer and the app on my phone. I have asked about this a number of times but it's still not resolved. I looked at a tutorial online and the tutorial makes it look nice and easy but it's not working.

      I haven't seen a bill from the electric company at all since the installation. I went online and looked at it. It showed me I had a quarter credit so the system must be working. But I cannot track it and I'm not happy about that. Also, I don't think I'm producing as much as I was originally made to believe I would produce. Once I start running either AC or heat, I have a feeling I'm not going to produce enough. What I signed up for with the solar was supposed to be 150% of my prior consumption. But I only have a quarter credit with my electric company. So the calculation that I was given is not creating the amount of energy that I should be creating. It's only covering it. I added all those extra solar plates because I wanted to have overage so that I can add an electric car and power the car. That calculation is not true.

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      Reviewed Dec. 2, 2023

      We considered solar because of the cost of Edison bills being pretty ridiculous. I didn't wanna do it initially because of the curb appeal. I didn't wanna put it on the front of my house. Sunlux set it up to where the majority of the panels can't be seen from the front of the house so it didn't mess up my curb appeal. There's a total of 23 panels. They put the majority of the panels on the north side and eight panels on the east side. You can see the panels from just the side of my house but not on the front section of the house.

      The only thing that held up the installation was the inspection which had to do with the county of Los Angeles. They didn't show up and there was a communication between Sunlux and the county as to when they were to show up to give approval for the installation. It should have been completed a lot sooner. That aside, I was happy with Sunlux and with the finance company. I need electricity and the system provides that. It would save me money in the long run of what it cost to buy electricity from Edison. When they raise prices, my price will be pretty standard. I would highly recommend Sunlux. I have the app on my phone and it shows me how much I generate per day, per month, and annually.

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      Reviewed Dec. 1, 2023

      The salesman and the project manager were good. Whenever I had questions, they helped me out. The sales guy educated me and he was a no-pressure kind of guy. The installation went well but there was one hiccup. They told me it was gonna be a one-day installation but it ended up being two days. That wasn't a big deal to me though. Also, there was one little thing that the inspector saw that he wanted to have changed but the tech handled that stuff right away.

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      Reviewed Dec. 1, 2023

      When the energy metering by California was expiring, I called a couple places and Sunlux was the most reliable. They weren't the cheapest but they could guarantee the installation or they would cancel the contract before that expiration. I was difficult to deal with ‘cause I wasn't around, but they kept me informed of what was going on. They set the time for the installation and the guy came out three times for different things - one was a site survey, one was for the installation and one was for activation of the network of the brain of the unit to measure the kilowatts. They went faster than the city and Edison. Once the installation was finished, it was what they described exactly, so I was happy. I'd recommend Sunlux. They're awesome.

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      Reviewed Dec. 1, 2023

      I started with a different solar company that Costco was advertising. Unfortunately, not only was that company double charging me, but one of the employees sold my information to a different company. I went online, looked up solar and found Sunlux through Consumer Affairs. I reached out, and they were half of what the other place was trying to charge me. I went with Sunlux, and it was great. They wanted to make sure I understood everything and had me fill out some applications. They also sent me directions on how to start up things. If there's a problem with the solar, I can reach out to them. They've been phenomenal. They also have videos on YouTube to teach people about it as well.

      The biggest problem that I had was with the city. Sunlux was emailing me, and they would include me on the emails so I could see all the responses. It was the city that we were having problems with, getting inspectors out there in a timely manner, or just even getting an inspector to knock on the door. When we were having problems with the city, Sunlux would reach out to them. They would say, “If you wanna reach out…” and I'd say, “Yes, I do.” Between Sunlux and myself reaching out to the city, the city would get on it better. Sunlux was phenomenal with their communication, with getting out to me, and with doing everything I needed them to do, because I have very large animals, and they had major respect for my property and my animals. I appreciate that.

      Sunlux has a downloadable app called My Solar, and it's neat. I can check my usage every day and track everything. I can see how many trees I'm saving and how much CO2 I'm saving from the world. I rescue animals, so I have a lot that have to remain inside, and I have to keep my home very warm for them. The solar system has really brought down my bill quite a bit and saved me so much money. It's been phenomenal, and the fact that I'm helping out the environment also is wonderful. Overall, Sunlux is amazing, and thanks to Consumer Affairs, I found them.

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      Reviewed Dec. 1, 2023

      Shawna did an amazing job. She is the lady that took over from Alex. It took her a while to get all the information transposed to her but after that she ran with it and kept me informed on a regular basis. I got emails for everything that had transpired. The roofers came and took care of their part of the project. They did an amazing job. When I built a brand-new garage, I had a company come in and roof, and they didn't put a good quality product up there. That was the difference between the company that did it with Sunlux. They put high-quality product up there, which is what I wanted. They had to finish their job then allow Sunlux to come in and do their job. They accomplished what they needed to accomplish. They had to run a ground wire from the front to the back where the power was, and I was able to help the technician run the line and have them attach it out front to the water line. They knew exactly what they needed to do and did a good job.

      Originally, I had 14 panels. I explained to Sunlux that I needed to upgrade some more because I wanted to cut my connection to Edison as much as possible. They brought me in a higher amperage, and I only needed 10 panels to accomplish that goal. Once they realized that was what I needed, they acted accordingly.

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      Reviewed Nov. 30, 2023

      We called Sunlux and we chose them because they had everything that we needed. No matter what my question was, they were there. They walked us through the process and helped us every step of the way. It was excellent. We decided to finance the panels as that was the best option that worked with our budget. Sunlux hooked us up with a company that would do the financing and they seem to work hand in hand. There was no interruption or any delays. Everything was approved in a timely fashion.

      A little irritation was that Sunlux didn't seem to have enough people showing up during the installation process, so it took a little longer than I thought it should to install everything and get everything running. But they were very diligent about getting the job completed as quickly as they possibly could. There was just a little hang-up at the beginning of the actual generation of energy. My concern at the beginning of the generation of power was we weren't generating enough to cover our bill. 17 out of the 30 panels that we had installed were generating energy. In talking to the Sunlux representative, she answered all of my questions. She said that she was sending a couple of technicians out and she did.

      It turned out it was something dumb where when they initially installed the system, somebody forgot to turn on half the panels. We have 30 panels. Some of them are on the main house and some of them are on the guest house. In the sub panels on the guest house, they didn't flip the switch on. We worked through that and everything came out fine.

      In this next billing cycle, we're gonna notice a big difference. We've been tracking it every day. We're watching when the sun is shining and when it's not shining as well as the differences in the generation. We're very pleased with where we're at. I have the Sunlux app which is very user-friendly. I'm not a computer whiz. If I can understand it, anybody can understand it.

      We have recommended Sunlux to some other people. We have our main house, a guest house, and a mobile home. If they did mobile homes, I would talk to them about coming out and doing it. But for whatever reason, a lot of companies don't want to do mobile homes or are unable to do so. I would probably put at least 10 panels on our mobile home. It's getting more and more popular. That is my only dissatisfaction with Sunlux.

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      Customer ServicePriceStaffEquipmentProduction

      Reviewed Oct. 25, 2023

      Sunlux is the company to go with. Talk to them. Give them a chance. They have an office here. The rep had everything on his laptop. My husband and I sat together, and he went through everything step by step. “This is what it is. This is the cost. This is how many kilowatts your panels are.” And he said, “I'll send you a booklet of everything we're going through right now. It'll all be printed for you so you can go over it at your leisure. You can let us know if you have any questions after that.” He was here for an hour. I couldn't believe Sunlux let us know every step of the way. The group that was here worked together. They explained to me everything they did. So, it was a good choice. Sunlux said to call them with any questions I would have. They're in constant contact with me.

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      Reviewed Oct. 17, 2023

      People didn't show up at certain days. Communication could have been a bit better. Other than that, I'd recommend Sunlux. The sales visit was informative. The Enphase inverter app that comes with the system tracks the energy usage, production and consumption.

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      Reviewed Oct. 17, 2023

      I'm pleased with Sunlux. They were very professional. They scheduled the date and installed the system. They were there on time and were very professional, clean, and their work was good. I like their craftsmanship. With construction, I know there's always little hiccups. And they would always let me know of anything to do with the procedure. Sunlux goes with different lenders. They got me a good interest rate and payment.

      I have the best-looking panels on the block. I like the low profile, the black panels. The installers put a skirt on the front. They put some rodent prevention and showed me how to work the system. Put it on my phone. I always brag about my system to people. I work in the industry where I meet people and I tell them. Sometimes when they have solar, I talk to them and they would say they paid so much for theirs. And when they found out how much I paid, they were surprised. For the same system, people pay 50,000. So, I'm pleased with knowing that Sunlux not only gave me a good deal, but also good equipment.

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      Reviewed Oct. 17, 2023

      It took a long time for everything to go through. At one point, they messed up regarding putting up the panels and they had to revise it. They had to go through the whole process all over again. The system was installed on the first day of summer and I finally was able to get SCE to sign off on it on the last day of summer. I felt like I missed out on a lot of money. Those three or four months where all the energy that the solar panels were creating was put directly into the grid for free. I wish that things would have been faster. Also, I always had to keep calling to make sure things got done. I can understand the volume of people that want to get solar but I felt like after my solar panels got installed, it was no longer a priority. I was put on the wayside while they tried to install as many as they could to make more money.

      Another issue I have is when I got this thing back from another company that's supposed to be a middleman, they said that according to the solar people, it was bought for $10,000. I paid 20,000 for it. I don't know what's going on there. If they upped the price by 50% and it's supposed to be based on 10,000 where they can add up to an extra $10,000 worth of profit, I don't think that's too cool. But I'm happy I got the solar, although I'm getting error messages right now. I'm hoping that it's gonna be performing to the top, close to 100%, if possible.

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      TechPriceStaff

      Reviewed Oct. 17, 2023

      It was a good experience with Sunlux. They came out and helped us. Everything went well. The cost is fine as well.

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      Customer ServicePricePunctuality & SpeedSavingsStaffBillingEase of UseRatesEquipmentProduction

      Reviewed Sept. 29, 2023

      Their rep Adam's knowledge of what Sunlux could provide for me impressed me. I felt comfortable with the information he gave me. They had a good team that advised me. They provided me with a plan for how the panels would be arranged. They responded to my questions regarding scheduling along the way, and then they set up a schedule and maintained it as they said they would.

      The installation day was a hot one for the workers. They did a difficult job well. I got some erroneous information from one of the executives at Sunlux that caused me some distress, but it turns out his erroneous information didn't impact the way that my system was installed. His erroneous information didn't impact the way that my system was installed so there was a little problem there. But that left me with a bad taste in my mouth for the way he treated customers.

      Also, I’m receiving a little less power than I was predicted to have. My system is rated at over nine kilowatts per hour but it doesn't ever generate that much. But I don't think that's the fault of Sunlux. It's just the way the side of my roof points to the sun. I'm happy with the outcome because I want to avoid having to overpay for electricity. So far, the system seems to be doing the job that I want. My electric bill is being reduced. Sunlux is definitely worth including in your bidding process. I do not regret going with them, and I would recommend others to consider them.

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      Customer ServiceSales & MarketingOnline & AppMaintenanceBilling

      Reviewed Sept. 28, 2023

      Everything was good until the job was done. The communication broke down. After the system was installed, I was having a problem with the Wi-Fi and the app and that was when I first noticed that it was hard to get ahold of Sunlux for those things. I had some questions but couldn't get a call back. I had to call three times to get ahold of somebody. During the initial installation, they drilled holes through the ceiling. It took three weeks before we got somebody out to fix them. Once it was fixed, we've had a leak in one of those areas and it's been weeks since we've been promised that somebody would come out. When they came and did the installation, they requested the payment in full, but I should have held it back because now they have no incentive to fix the thing. Sunlux doesn't have a system that follows up very well for repairs. They come through, but you gotta be persistent with them.

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      Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPricePunctuality & SpeedBillingFinancingProductionPermits & Inspections

      Reviewed Sept. 14, 2023

      I really like the sales guy. The project manager follow-up was generally pretty good. They took on quite a lot of projects because of the state deadlines. So things slowed down a little bit with regard to getting it installed and getting the inspection scheduled. It took a lot longer than we anticipated. But overall, I was very happy with Sunlux. We started to talk to them in March and there's still a little repair that has to be done as the electrical installation wasn't quite put in correctly. But generally, they did a very good job. We like it. It seems high quality. The cost was pretty good. But the quality of the product was not quite the best one on the market. There were some better ones out there. But the financing benefits really tipped the balance for us.

      It took us several months to get the permission to operate, which is what actually lowers the bill. But we definitely are seeing usage and the numbers. We're showing we're getting the benefits of solar. We weren't getting the benefits of selling the excess power back to the power company until very recently. I was a little disappointed that we weren't able to benefit from the high output summer time. It took three months for that to get through. There was some snag with the paperwork. They filed the wrong paperwork with something. I didn't quite follow which agency got the wrong paperwork, but that held up the PTO approval by the power company. At one point, they said that the approval was unlikely, which was a bit of a stress for us. But they managed to square all that away after some fairly strongly worded email.

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      TechPunctuality & SpeedEquipment

      Reviewed Sept. 14, 2023

      Everything was fine the whole way through in our experience with SunLux. There was one minor correction someone had to come back and make. And that got done quickly and efficiently. It got inspected and it needed to be moved over a little. So, they came back and moved over a couple of panels.

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      Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaffBillingEase of UseEquipment

      Reviewed Sept. 13, 2023

      We had a couple of calls. Sunlux introduced me to their company. Also, they looked at our electric bills. And they provided a report for us. And they sent someone out to look at the layout and showed me where they would put the panels. We didn't make the decision right away. Still shopped around. But eventually, we still went with Sunlux. Everything was smooth, so it was good. They had quick response times, willing to walk me through everything, because this is a brand new thing for us.

      In the beginning, it was the sales person. Afterwards, there was a project manager. And after everything was done, there were another few people that we spoke to who handled all the remaining stuff. If Sunlux had to improve something, it would just be one person who was not as responsive as everyone else towards the end. But it’s not a big deal because everything was done. The installers scheduled a day with me, they were here at our house early in the morning, and just worked. I would encourage others to use Sunlux, but I would also encourage them to shop around so they can learn more about it, because it’s more complicated than I expected.

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      Reviewed Aug. 6, 2023

      Everything went according to plan. And it was seamless even in this crazy time. Sunlux came when they said they would. They kept me updated on everything happening. It was a good experience. My bill is gonna be lower especially in the summer.

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      TechSales & MarketingPriceSavingsStaffEase of UseEquipment

      Reviewed Aug. 6, 2023

      It was all good with the sales rep who came out and there was no pressure. They told me what they could offer and gave me an estimate on everything. Then, the guy said to let them know if I wanna sign up. I got a couple of more estimates and Sunlux was more expensive but I saw there were a lot of little things that they did so I ended up going with them and my experience was good. From when they came to evaluate what needed to be done to the day they installed it, everyone was great. All of them through every step of the way were very helpful and answered any questions I asked. I track what I produce with an app. It's linked to all the panels and I have access to it. I can see what I'm producing every hour of the day. It's nice and there's a lot of information on there. It's a total positive experience with Sunlux and I've been telling people it's gonna save them money.

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      Reviewed Aug. 6, 2023

      The Sunlux rep was very helpful, very informative, and answered all the questions that I needed. He gave me his number to call him whenever I had any other questions or if I thought about anything after the fact. The install crew was very professional, made everything quick, also answered any questions I had, very informative, and gave me all the info I needed and asked. There was also no trash left behind.

      Since I've had Sunlux, I have a reduced energy bill. I installed a backup battery as well. That's come in very helpful. Overall, I was very satisfied with Sunlux. My install took a little bit longer than normal because of the time when COVID hit and a lot of things were hard on the supply chain. So, we had to change our plan a couple of times, but they were always very informative.

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      Sunlux Company Information

      Company Name:
      Sunlux
      Company Type:
      Private
      Year Founded:
      2015
      Address:
      2410 Wardlow Road, Ste 103
      City:
      Corona
      State/Province:
      CA
      Postal Code:
      92878
      Country:
      United States
      Website:
      sunlux.com