How Solar Optimum and EnergySage teamed up to help homeowners avoid solar scams

"EnergySage is like a lighthouse—a beacon showing homeowners where good installers are," says Kyle Smith, General Manager at Solar Optimum.

Since its founding in 2008, Solar Optimum has been committed to delivering environmentally friendly energy solutions that help customers save money and gain energy independence.  Founded by Arno Aghamalian, the company has grown from a regional installer to a national provider of solar, energy storage, roofing, and EV charging solutions across California, Nevada, Arizona, and Florida.

"We've seen it all in our 17 years of business—we're seasoned veterans who understand what to expect and work with our customers through every step of the process," Kyle explains.

Unfortunately, the solar industry has had its share of questionable sales practices, making consumer trust more important than ever. That’s where EnergySage plays a critical role. To join the EnergySage platform, installers must meet stringent qualification requirements and maintain ongoing quality standards, creating an immediate foundation of trust with homeowners.

"One of the biggest benefits of using the EnergySage platform is that you're not going to run into installers who are going to have any fishy or misleading sales practices," says Kyle. "EnergySage helps us by having vetted our company and through our long-standing relationship, basically overcoming those worries for customers. Customers can come in with a clear conscience, knowing that they're working with an installer who works with integrity and has their interests in mind."

That shared commitment to integrity is what first drew Solar Optimum to EnergySage.

"EnergySage is the consummate customer advocate, and Solar Optimum naturally aligns with the same values to provide the highest customer experience and quality installation in the market," Kyle explains. 

Solar Optimum’s company motto—“Energy Experts, Real Relationships, and Honest Talk”—mirrors EnergySage’s mission to educate and empower solar shoppers.

"Being a partner with EnergySage has been one of the most rewarding partnerships we've had," Kyle adds. "We're both striving to deliver what's in the customer's best interest. That's what makes this partnership so valuable."

Solar Optimum's commitment to quality hasn’t gone unnoticed. The company was named EnergySage's National Installer of the Year for two consecutive years—a distinction that validates its daily dedication to excellence.

"Being named installer of the year by EnergySage two years in a row is a huge deal for us," Kyle explains. "EnergySage is regarded as the consumer advocate in our industry, and for Solar Optimum, what we do every day is strive to provide the best possible service to our customers."

The collaboration between EnergySage and Solar Optimum has proven to be mutually beneficial, connecting thousands of homeowners with quality solar solutions. 

"EnergySage has helped us grow,” Kyle says. “Through EnergySage, we've been able to connect with thousands of homeowners and provide our solutions throughout the states we serve. Having such a wide reach and industry presence, our operation has inevitably grown as a result."

Every installer on the EnergySage platform is paired with a dedicated Partner Success Manager, who provides tailored support and shares market insights to help them close more sales and stand out in competitive regions.

"The entire team at EnergySage, from top to bottom, has been extremely helpful," Kyle says.

For solar installers considering joining the EnergySage network, Kyle's advice is clear: 

"For any installer that's considering becoming part of the EnergySage network, it's absolutely worth it. EnergySage brings us customers who are ready for that next step and ready to make that commitment to move forward because they know that EnergySage wouldn't refer them to any installers that would do them wrong."