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CUSTOMER STORY > Ricardo R.

Monalee’s install crew knows exactly what they are doing.

Ricardo was happy with the help and support he received from Monalee throughout the duration of his project.

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As an environmentally conscious homeowner, Ricardo was an early adopter of residential solar. While he already had a small existing system on his roof, it wasn’t enough to fully offset his electricity bill. After removing those solar panels, Ricardo wanted to install a new system that would be more efficient and feature higher quality equipment. As part of his Monalee project, Ricardo had 10 Tier One solar panels installed and an Enphase iQ8+ inverter.

MONTHLY SAVINGS

33%

Install Time

30days

Rating

10/10

*After State & Federal Incentives

Project Details

Payment type: Finance (GoodLeap)

System design: 10 Mitrex M405-L3H (405w) solar panels, Enphase iQ8+ inverter

Monthly Electric Bill before Solar: $150

Monthly payments after solar installation: $99.17

Monthly % Saved: 33%

Electric bill after solar Electric bill after solar: $10
(fee from utility company)

Install Timeline

  • February 19, 2024 Project kickoff! As soon as we received Ricardo’s signed Monalee contract, we moved forward and scheduled his site survey.
  • February 24, 2024 Site survey. This is an important part of our process because it gives us a comprehensive overview of a customer’s electrical setup.
  • March 4, 2023 Design completed. Our designers determined the safest and most cost efficient electrical design for Ricardo’s home.
  • March 12, 2024 Permits approved. After compiling info needed for Ricardo’s permit application, we submitted the paperwork and received approval.
  • March 19, 2024 Installation day! Ricardo’s solar system was successfully installed. Our install crews usually arrive at 8am to begin work.

The problem: an inefficient pre-existing system

Like many new builds in California, Ricardo’s home came with a solar system already in place. Unfortunately, the system was small and didn’t meet his energy needs. Ricardo was ready to install a newer, more efficient system. While speaking with several companies, he felt there was a lack of transparency around pricing and that potential change orders would increase the price. He wanted a company that cared about his particular project more than just closing another sale.

The solution: install in under one month

Ricardo received the support he was looking for with Monalee. His solar system was installed in just 30 days, and he was able to start saving sooner than expected. He found the installation crew to be highly knowledgeable about the equipment they were working with, which provided him with peace of mind. He also appreciated that after his system was activated, the Monalee team showed him how to use the monitoring app so he could see in live time how much energy his panels were converting.

Ricardo’s Utility Bill
Before $150
After $99
  • Ruthie K. Verified Buyer
    Aug 21, 2024

    Our installation was completely seamless! We’re already generating power even before inspection. My husband and I are very pleased with Monalee

  • Mark I. Verified Buyer
    Aug 09, 2024

    Very nice install!

  • Nitin S. Verified Buyer
    Jul 29, 2024

    Got a good price compared to other companies and the process was smooth once we decided to move on.

  • James S. Verified Buyer
    Jul 18, 2024

    Great company prices were good and I got set up with a sweet Tesla Powerwall and kept my Nem 2.0 status. You won't find a more affordable deal. Monalee is the place.

  • Jessica B. Verified Buyer
    Jul 04, 2024

    Great Service. Still waiting on inspection and the solar to actually work, but hopefully the last half goes as smooth as the first. They are asking for full payment now, even though it's not up and working yet.

  • Ronel H. Verified Buyer
    Jun 19, 2024

    They did a great job installing with fast response. Great company to do business with.

  • Andrew N. Verified Buyer
    Jun 11, 2024

    Quick and easy to work with!

  • James K. Verified Buyer
    Jun 10, 2024

    Monalee and their installers have done a quick and efficient job so far.

  • Jose L. Verified Buyer
    Jun 04, 2024

    Installed and already saving money. Great job

  • Jeremy J. Verified Buyer
    May 29, 2024

    They make buying solar so easy. No annoying sales people. No hidden fees. Definitely reccomend.

Average Rating

4.8

Total Customers

2,000+

Average Install Time

50days

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Equipment and Warranty

Equipment & Warranty

Reliable equipment is critical to every solution we provide.

Tier 1 Solar Panels

We use all-black Mitrex solar panels because they are the most efficient panels on the market.

All-black tier 1 solar panels, the most efficient panels on the market.

Premium Microinverter

The Tesla Solar Inverter has a corresponding application that allows you to monitor your system in real time.

Premium microinverter with an app to monitor your system 24/7.

Tesla Powerwall

The Tesla Powerwall 3 is a fully integrated back-up battery storage that enables energy independence.

Premium Tesla Powerwall as a back up battery for energy storage.

Monalee Guarantee

Our AI analyzes your roof and energy usage to determine how much sunlight it gets.
It then instantly creates an optimal solar design to match your energy needs.

Competitive Pricing

With machine learning, we’re able to offer prices as low as $1.60 ppw* ($3.30 ppw with other companies).

Speedy Installation

Through intelligent automation and an expert team, we design and install your system within 30-40 days.

Equipment Guarantee

We offer a 10-25 year warranty on all solar equipment, workmanship, and system performance.

Your quote
Solar Panels
$9,093.00 ($1.75/watt)
*After Federal & State Incentives $3,897.00
System size:
5.2kw
Number of Solar Panels
Tier 1 Black on black
13Panels