March 28, 2021
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The recent storm that rolled through our islands left record-level rain and caused severe flooding, landslides, road closures, numerous power outages and even a potential reservoir collapse. The news images, live reports and constant severe weather alerts on our phones…
December 13, 2020
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RevoluSun is locally owned and operated. We live in the same neighborhoods, our kids go to the same schools and our families play at the same beaches. We treat and take care of our clients and our community like family.…
November 29, 2020
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Last month, we ran a cover story titled “RevoluSun SHINES,” providing some history surrounding Hawaii’s solar industry and why so many solar companies have come and gone. Judging from the amount of inquiries we received, it seems like you found…
August 23, 2020
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A few years ago, this publication was full of solar company ads. Today, you’ll probably only see our advertisement. So, what happened? BOOM TO BUST, WITH SOME EXCEPTIONS From 2011 to 2013, Hawaii experienced a “solar boom” due to the…
July 26, 2020
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The year 2020 has been unlike any other, and while so many of us have had to deal with upheaval and uncertainty, one thing has remained the same … the importance of and the need for solar energy. In 2020,…
September 9, 2018
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The right air conditioning system can keep your home cool without breaking the bank. David Gorman, president and general manager of RevoluSun Smart Home, provides tips on choosing the right one for you. First, understand your residential air conditioner options.…
August 19, 2018
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Here are the top four things to know about going solar. 1. People often tell Revolu-Sun Smart Home they love the idea of going solar and having battery back-up power in an emergency, but just don’t think they can afford…
July 29, 2018
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“Thanks to RevoluSun, I can’t wait to walk in the door when I get home now,” said RevoluSun Smart Home customer Matthew White, “because it’s cool inside before I even open my windows.” Like many Honolulu families, White’s home was…
April 29, 2018
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RevoluSun Smart Home’s commitment stands in stark contrast to the many solar installers who have closed up shop and left customers with no one to call for help. The company is launching daily workshops to educate homeowners on the many…
March 11, 2018
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This weekend, RevoluSun Smart Home opened its new innovation center in SALT at Our Kakaako, above Moku Kitchen. The new showroom provides a hands-on experience of total home performance products that work together to make homes more comfortable, economical and…
January 28, 2018
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How happy are you with your home? Is it a pleasant place to be? Can you affordably remain comfortable in it throughout the year? Does the home’s carbon footprint align with your values? If you answered, “no” to any of…
December 10, 2017
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Only after Traci Morita moved into her Hawaii Kai home did she realize that the air conditioner needed to run for hours before the home was as cool as it was when she visited it with her Realtor. Morita’s experience…
November 12, 2017
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In Hawaii’s high-priced energy environment, efficiency is high on most consumers’ minds when they shop for an air conditioning unit. However, ongoing A/C maintenance is often neglected. Below are some tips to extend the life of your A/C and keep…
October 15, 2017
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Hawaiian Electric Co.’s (HECO) Grid Supply program is closing permanently this week. If you have not submitted an application by Oct. 21, you will not have the option to build a photovoltaic (PV) solar system that exports electricity to the…
September 10, 2017
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Oahu’s Customer Grid Supply program (your last chance to install a whole home photovoltaic [PV] system without batteries) is quickly coming to a close. “Grid Supply,” for short, is a Hawaiian Electric Company (HECO) program in which customers with PV…
August 13, 2017
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Electricity rates go up over time. It’s a fact of life. A $58 electric bill in 1997 would cost $100 at today’s rates. A big increase like that can be especially distressing to retirees and other folks who live on…
July 9, 2017
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What started as a locally owned solar installation company that gave island residents a clean, renewable energy option in 2009 has become Hawaii’s most trusted solar PV, air conditioning, roofing and smart home company. With more than 7,000 residential customers,…
June 11, 2017
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Hurricane season is upon us, and as we prepare for potential storms it’s important to remember the roof over our heads. A roof in good condition should withstand wind speeds of up to 110 miles per hour. Just in time…
May 14, 2017
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“Summer and Fall in Hawaii get unbearably hot and humid and many of our customers prefer the coolness that only air conditioning can provide,” said RevoluSun Smart Home Chief Innovation Officer, Eric Carlson. “Unfortunately, for many homeowners, air conditioning can…
March 12, 2017
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Many people think Hawaii’s solar tax credits are a thing of the past. They hear building permits are down and think the solar industry is doomed, but that’s not true. Solar is alive and well. There are still 30 percent…