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Sunrun reviews: pros, cons and what owners say
Sunrun focuses on third-party ownership: it owns and maintains the system on your roof while you pay a monthly subscription (lease or PPA). EnergySage reports that only about 5% of Sunrun customers buy their system outright.
| Type | Installer |
|---|---|
| Status | Active |
| Ways to pay | Lease, PPA, prepaid lease/PPA, purchase |
| Where | Not available in every state – check Sunrun’s state availability page. |
| Warranty & service | Production guarantee pays you if output falls below 90% of the estimate (85% in Puerto Rico); no performance guarantee in Florida or Hawaii (EnergySage). Sunrun covers maintenance, repairs and replacement under the customer agreement. |
| Owner rating | No reviews yet |
Sunrun pros and cons
Pros
- No upfront cost and predictable monthly payments
- Sunrun handles maintenance, monitoring and equipment replacement
- One company manages design, installation and service
- Customers can earn money from virtual power plant programs
Cons
- Lower long-term savings than buying the system
- Subscription terms are long – 25 years (15 in Illinois and Puerto Rico)
- Prepaid plans do not lead to ownership
- Not available in every state
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Frequently asked questions
Can you buy a Sunrun system instead of leasing?
Yes, but EnergySage reports only about 5% of Sunrun customers choose to purchase.
Does Sunrun guarantee production?
Sunrun compensates customers if production falls below 90% of the estimate, with exceptions: no performance guarantee in Florida or Hawaii and 85% in Puerto Rico (EnergySage).
How long is a Sunrun contract?
Subscription plans run 25 years, or 15 years in Illinois and Puerto Rico.
Are the reviews on SolarOwnersHub.com real?
Reviews come from people who say they are customers and agree to our guidelines. We check every review before publishing, never pay for reviews, and show positive and negative reviews alike.
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