RevoluSun Smart Home

What RevoluSun Smart Home does

RevoluSun Smart Home, operating as RevoluSun LLC, is a Hawaii-headquartered solar, battery storage, HVAC, and solar hot water installation contractor founded in 2009. The company installs photovoltaic systems with Tesla Powerwall battery storage for residential and commercial customers, supplemented by air conditioning installations (Daikin, Mitsubishi, and Carrier), solar thermal hot water, and a service/maintenance division handling panel cleaning, RePower, and decommissioning. RevoluSun is positioned as an integrator combining third-party hardware with in-house installation crews, an Operations Team managing permitting and HECO coordination, and a 20+ person field-sales force of Project Developers, supported by the only physical solar showroom in Hawaii (Innovation Center at SALT at Kaka'ako).

The business model blends one-time installation revenue (residential PV at $15,000-$35,000 before incentives, plus commercial projects up to 1,750 kW), recurring subscription revenue from the in-house Smart Power lease/PPA program (25-year terms with performance guarantees), and ongoing service contracts. Customer acquisition runs through direct field sales, a referral program that has paid out over $1M cumulatively, partner co-marketing with Tesla and HVAC manufacturers, and a Home Depot authorized service provider relationship. Financing is enabled through four external partners plus the in-house lease, with customer-facing incentive stacks built around the 35% Hawaii state tax credit, 30% federal ITC, and HECO's BYOD+ battery program.

RevoluSun reports 10,000+ residential and 200+ commercial installations since 2009, premier-level certifications with Tesla, Daikin, Mitsubishi, Carrier, Maxeon, and Lumos, and a 4.8-star average across 816 reviews. The company has expanded beyond Hawaii into Idaho, signaling the first step of a potential mainland US rollout. It is led by three founders — Joshua F. Powell (CEO), Eric Carlson (Chief Innovation Officer), and David Gorman (President) — and remains privately held with no disclosed institutional backing.

Name

RevoluSun Smart Home

Legal name

RevoluSun LLC

Website

https://revolusun.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

RevoluSun Smart Home is Hawaii's largest residential and commercial solar, battery storage, HVAC, and solar hot water installation contractor, integrating Tesla Powerwall and other third-party hardware with in-house sales, installation, and service across 10,000+ projects since 2009.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar and HVAC Installation Services

NAICS

Solar Electric Power Generation (221114), Residential Remodelers (236118)

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822)

akta.pro primary industry

Home Energy & EV Charging (HEMS, Smart Meters, Batteries, Chargers) (HSAPAQAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Whole-Home Systems Upgrade (MEP & Electrical Service) (HSAPAEAE), Circularity, Refurbishment & Resale (Used Modules/Turbines/Components) (EUAMALAK)

Keywords

• Solar installation services
• Battery storage systems
• HVAC installation
• Solar hot water
• Renewable energy contracting

Headquarters

HQ city

Honolulu

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Solar PV Installation: One-time installation of solar photovoltaic systems for residential and commercial customers. Revenue generated from equipment sales, installation labor, and permitting coordination. Includes options for purchase, lease (Smart Power), or loan financing.
2. Service & Maintenance: Ongoing revenue from maintenance contracts, panel cleaning, system inspections, and repairs for solar, HVAC, and solar hot water systems. Includes preventative maintenance agreements and emergency service calls.
3. Smart Power Leasing: Recurring monthly payments from solar lease agreements (Smart Power Monthly) or prepaid lease arrangements (Smart Power Prepaid). Includes performance guarantee, warranty, and service for the term of the agreement.
4. HVAC Installation & Service: Installation and maintenance of split AC, mini-split, and central air conditioning systems. Revenue from equipment sales, installation labor, and ongoing maintenance contracts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

RevoluSun Smart Home is Hawaii's largest solar, battery storage, and HVAC contractor, installing residential and commercial photovoltaic systems, Tesla Powerwall and Megapack energy storage, Daikin/Mitsubishi/Carrier air conditioning, and SunEarth solar hot water systems. The company offers multiple financing pathways including the Smart Power lease/PPA program and integrates Hawaii state and federal tax incentives along with HECO battery programs. It also provides ongoing maintenance, panel cleaning, and repowering services through in-house technicians.

Product overview

RevoluSun Smart Home is a Hawaii-based solar + storage + HVAC installation company offering a comprehensive portfolio of clean energy and home comfort products. The core offering combines photovoltaic (PV) solar panel systems with Tesla Powerwall battery storage for residential and commercial customers, supplemented by air conditioning services through partnerships with Daikin, Mitsubishi, and Carrier, and solar thermal hot water systems. The company provides multiple financing pathways including Smart Power lease/PPA programs, traditional loans, and cash purchase. Incentive programs including HECO's BYOD+ battery program, Hawaii State Energy Tax Credit (35%, up to $5,000), and Federal ITC (30% for commercial) are integrated into customer offerings. Service offerings span system installation, maintenance, panel cleaning, and RePower/decommissioning for aging systems. The company positions itself as an integrator combining third-party hardware (solar panels, batteries, HVAC units) with installation, financing, and ongoing service rather than a software platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Smart Power: A solar leasing/prepaid power program offering fixed monthly payments, performance guarantees, and buyout options at years 7/10/15/20.

Products and services

• Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
• Tesla Powerwall
• Tesla Megapack Commercial Storage
• Daikin HVAC Systems
• Mitsubishi HVAC Systems
• Carrier HVAC Systems
• Solar Hot Water Systems
• RevoluSun Smart Power (Lease/PPA)
• RePower & Decommissioning Services
• Solar Panel Cleaning Service
• Service & Maintenance Division
• PV Covered Parking/Carports

Quantifiable outcome

• Save up to 65% on system cost through tax credits
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• TeslacoreTechnology or IntegrationTesla Powerwall Premier Certified Installer. Offers Tesla Powerwall battery storage as primary energy storage solution with 10-year warranty, 13.4 kWh capacity, scalable to 134 kWh.
• MaxeoncoreTechnology or IntegrationMaxeon Preferred Installer. Provides high-efficiency solar panels for installations.
• DaikincoreTechnology or IntegrationDaikin Comfort Pro Contractor with advanced training, priority technical support, and exclusive product access. Offers blue-fin anti-corrosion coils designed for Hawaii's coastal climate.
• Mitsubishi ElectriccoreTechnology or IntegrationMitsubishi Elite Diamond Contractor certified for ductless split AC technology. Provides whisper-quiet operation and smart control technology.
• CarriercoreTechnology or IntegrationCarrier Factory Authorized Dealer with corrosion-resistant components designed for Hawaii's coastal climate.
• SunEarthcoreTechnology or IntegrationIndustry standard solar thermal products used for solar hot water installations. 40+ years of industry leadership.
• Hunt - Energy AdvisorsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership on the Daniel Kahikina Akaka VA Clinic project. Hunt served as development partner for this 568kW commercial solar installation.
• Hawaiian Electric (HECO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBYOD+ and BYOD battery programs. HECO pays homeowners for battery dispatch during peak evening hours (6-8 PM). Thousands of HECO-approved grid-tied installations completed.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sunrun: Largest U.S. residential solar + storage installer with national field-sales model, lease/PPA offerings, and Tesla Powerwall attach. Directly comparable to RevoluSun's residential PV + Powerwall + Smart Power lease stack, though operating at vastly larger scale.
• Momentum Solar: U.S. residential solar installer with direct-to-consumer field sales model and battery storage offerings. Comparable GTM motion and product mix to RevoluSun, though operating on the mainland.
• Trinity Solar: Privately held regional residential solar installer with 20,000+ installations and in-house sales and service crews. Closely comparable in scale, ownership structure (private), and vertical integration of install + service + lease.
• ADT Solar (formerly Sunpro Solar): National residential solar + storage installer with door-to-door field sales model. Comparable to RevoluSun in channel approach and battery attach strategy, though with a mainland-only footprint.

Broad incumbents

• Tesla Energy: Vertically integrated solar roof, Powerwall, and Megapack provider that supplies RevoluSun as a Premier Certified Installer. Competes with RevoluSun on direct sales (Tesla Solar) while simultaneously enabling it as a channel partner.
• Carrier: HVAC OEM whose products RevoluSun installs as a Factory Authorized Dealer. Comparable in HVAC distribution model and product offering, though operating as a global manufacturer rather than regional installer.
• Daikin: Global HVAC manufacturer whose premium split and mini-split systems RevoluSun installs as a Comfort Pro Contractor. Directly comparable on the product side, with Hawaii-specific coastal-grade coil technology matching RevoluSun's installation portfolio.

Regional players

• Haleakala Solar: Hawaii-based residential and commercial solar installer. Direct Hawaii-market competitor to RevoluSun with overlapping product offerings (PV, storage) and similar customer base.
• Pacific Energy: Hawaii-focused solar contractor serving residential and commercial customers across the islands. Overlapping product line (PV, battery, hot water) with RevoluSun and competing for the same local customer pool.
• Greenpath Technologies (Hawaii Solar): Hawaii-based solar installer with residential and commercial focus. Comparable in scope and target market to RevoluSun's local solar + storage installation business.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/revolusun
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/revolusun-llc
• Instagraminstagram.com/revolusun_smarthome

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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