Soleeva
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Author: Kaitlyn Short
Soleeva is a full-service solar installation and manufacturing company. Founded in 2010, the company services residents of San Jose and the Bay Area in California. Soleeva is licensed, insured, and Diamond Certified. Soleeva solar panels are manufactured in the United States, and feature patented air-cooling and anti-soiling technology that help panels perform more efficiently.
Soleeva installs residential and commercial solar systems. It also sells solar backup batteries and electric vehicle chargers — but Soleeva’s patented solar technology is what truly sets it apart.
The Good
- Soleeva CoolAir Technology
- Soleeva Anti-Soiling Technology
- Free Monitoring for 5 Years
- 30-Year Soleeva Solar Panel Warranty
- Soleeva Financing Options
Soleeva CoolAir Technology
Soleeva solar panels feature Soleeva CoolAir Technology that lowers the operating temperature of your panels, allowing them to operate more efficiently. This technology helps your Soleeva solar panels last at least five years longer than competitors while also producing 15 to 25 percent more power over the lifetime of your solar panels.
Soleeva Anti-Soiling Technology
Soleeva solar panels feature the company’s self-cleaning technology, known as Soleeva Skye. The panels are able to get rid of dust and dirt buildup using nanotechnology, eliminating the need for regular maintenance and allowing the panels to produce up to 25 percent more energy than competing solar panels.
Free Monitoring for 5 Years
Customers can take advantage of panel monitoring for five years after a system’s installation, at no extra cost. This monitoring is done through an online portal which is accessible by phone, tablet or computer. After five years, customers who want to continue monitoring their solar system can extend monitoring with extra payments.
30-Year Soleeva Solar Panel Warranty
Soleeva solar panels are all backed by a 30-year warranty, one of the longest warranties you will see in the industry. In addition, inverters are warrantied for 10 years (an additional 10 years can be purchased for a fee), and the company offers a 15- to 25-year production warranty.
Soleeva Financing Options
Soleeva works with multiple financing partners to provide its customers with a variety of financing options. Customers have the opportunity to purchase solar in cash, using credit-based financing, or using non-credit based financing.
- Purchase in Cash — All payments on the solar system are made upfront, and customers begin saving immediately on utility bills.
- Credit Based Financing — These loans are customized based on FICO credit score. Payment starts one to two months after installation. Monthly rates are fixed and vary from 1.99% to 3.99%
- Non-Credit Based Financing — There is no credit score required, payments don’t begin for 18 months, and payments are made on property tax bills.
Soleeva’s financing options include the opportunity for 100 percent financing with $0 down, as well as options to delay your first payment for up to 18 months.
The Bad
- No Leasing Options
- Bay Area Only
No Leasing Options
While Soleeva does provide multiple options for financing, the company does not have any leasing options. The website indicates that Soleeva will not offer leasing options in the future either.
Bay Area Only
Only those who live within or near the California Bay Area can take advantage of Soleeva's unique products. The self-cooling technology is perfect for residents of this area, but unfortunately those outside of California do not have access to these products.
The Bottom Line
Soleeva’s patented air-cooling and anti-soiling technology (Soleeva CoolAir and Soleeva Skye) not only makes maintenance easier, but it increases efficiency and energy savings. Soleeva solar panels are built to last and to produce more energy more efficiently. Thus, if you’re looking for high-quality solar panels, Soleeva could be a good choice for you — Soleeva solar panels produce 15 to 25 percent more power than competing panels and are built to last 5 to 10 years longer.
We recommend Soleeva to California residents who hope to implement a high-quality, long lasting solar system. Those outside of the Soleeva service area will need to explore solar options elsewhere.
