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HUS vs Sunrun — what each company offers.
| Category | Home Upgrade Specialist | Sunrun |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2017 | 2007 |
| HQ | Los Angeles | San Francisco |
| Company type | Local LA contractor | National public company (NASDAQ: RUN) |
| Primary options | Owner-purchase projects with financing reviewed by proposal | Lease, PPA, loan and full-purchase options |
| Services | HVAC, solar, roofing, battery and EV coordination | Solar and battery plans, with roofing support available through a partner |
| HVAC / heat pumps | Included in HUS service scope where contracted | Verify current availability and written scope |
| Roofing | Direct roofing scope available | Roofing support may be provided through Sunrun's roofing partner |
| Installation team | Confirm the project team and any subcontractors in the written agreement | Sunrun uses direct operations and partner channels; confirm the assigned installer |
| Contract term | Depends on purchase and financing documents | Varies by lease, PPA, loan or purchase option; review the signed agreement |
| Service contact | HUS contact: (833) 446-6387 | Confirm Sunrun's current service and transfer process for the selected plan |
| Tesla Powerwall | ✅ Premium Installer | ✅ Authorized installer |
When HUS is the right choice.
Ownership-focused proposal
HUS can prepare an owner-purchase project with the equipment, financing, utility assumptions and incentive treatment stated in writing. Federal residential tax treatment should not be assumed for a new 2026 project.
Local project coordination
HUS provides a Los Angeles contact for project questions. Confirm the assigned project team, service responsibilities and any subcontractors in the written agreement.
Tesla Certified Premium
HUS can review Tesla Powerwall and Solar Roof projects, subject to product availability, site conditions and the approved written scope.
Multi-trade project coordination
HUS can coordinate HVAC, roofing, solar, battery and EV work. Sunrun offers solar and storage plans and may provide roofing support through a partner, so compare the exact written scopes.
Choose based on ownership, contract terms, maintenance responsibility and total project scope.
Sunrun offers lease, PPA, loan and purchase options, including plans that may require little or no upfront payment, subject to the specific quote and agreement. HUS may be a stronger fit when the homeowner wants a locally coordinated owner-purchase project that also includes HVAC, roofing, battery or EV work. Compare cash price, financed price, contract term, escalator language, service obligations and utility assumptions before signing.
Compare before signingWhat LA homeowners should review before choosing a solar company.
Before choosing a national solar provider or a local contractor, compare the ownership model, utility rules, roof condition, battery backup goals, written scope, contract term, financing structure, service contact process and warranty responsibilities. A complete proposal should make it clear who handles design, permits, interconnection, roof coordination, battery commissioning and service after installation.
- →Contract structure - compare ownership, lease, PPA, financing and long-term responsibilities before signing.
- →Whole-home planning - review roof, solar, battery, HVAC and EV charger needs together when they affect each other.
- →Service path - confirm who answers questions before installation and who supports the system after installation.
Questions LA homeowners ask.
There is no universal answer. Sunrun offers leases, PPAs, loans and purchases. HUS can prepare owner-purchase and multi-trade project scopes. Compare the exact ownership model, total cost, maintenance responsibility, roofing, battery, utility assumptions and service terms.
Cancellation, purchase, prepayment and transfer options depend on the signed agreement and applicable law. Review the contract with Sunrun and, when appropriate, a qualified attorney before assuming it can be cancelled or transferred.
A local contractor may help when roofing, HVAC, solar, battery and EV work must be coordinated together. The better service model depends on the assigned team, written responsibilities, warranty path and response process stated in the contract.
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