About Teddy Theil

Teddy Theil - Author of Solar Reviews

Teddy Theil

Solar Industry Expert

Andy is arguably the most qualified rooftop solar expert in America. He is in a unique position, having founded a large solar company but now being independent of any particular company. He has appeared on CNBC, has been referenced in public hearings concerning the rooftop solar industry ( such as the recent CPUC NEM 3 decision) and has been referenced by many major publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Business Week and many others.

Andy Sendy is a well known and trusted figure within the solar industry with more than 15 years of experience.

His video reviews of the leading brands of solar panels and home energy storage batteries are a must watch each year for both homeowners and solar industry professionals alike.

In 2021, an article he wrote about a clause in the Tesla solar panel rental contract caused Tesla to change this clause within days.

He was the founder of Solar Wholesalers, now the largest solar panel installation company in South Australia, has owned and operated solar projects in Japan and is Chairman of Solar Investments, a company that publishes several of the best rooftop solar related consumer education websites in America.

Andy has sat across the kitchen table with thousands of people who have considered solar. His background as a corporate lawyer and a financial analyst gives him a unique insight into the information consumers need.

His special skill is his ability to identify criteria that homeowners can use to determine the difference between good and bad solar companies

Recent articles by Teddy Theil

7 steps to save money on electric bills in 2023

Teddy Theil

May 15, 2019

7 steps to save money on electric bills in 2023

Energy costs are rising, but it’s easier than ever to save on your electric bills. Use these 7 easy steps to reduce your energy spend now.

What are megawatts & kilowatts, how do you convert them?

Teddy Theil

March 24, 2018

What are megawatts & kilowatts, how do you convert them?

Exploring what is meant by a megawatt,megawatt hour, kilowatt, and kilowatt hour.

How much output do you get from solar panels?

Teddy Theil

April 28, 2018

How much output do you get from solar panels?

How much electricity will solar panels produce on your house and how many modules do you need to cover your electricity bill? It's all explained here.

How much does a 6kW solar power system cost and how much electricity does it produce?

Teddy Theil

August 26, 2018

How much does a 6kW solar power system cost and how much electricity does it produce?

A 6kW system will produce between 400-900 kWhs of power a month, which can offset the average US energy use of 914 kWhs. 6kW systems cost $15,600 on average.

How much do solar panels cost in Texas? See prices, rebates & tax credits

Teddy Theil

September 2, 2018

How much do solar panels cost in Texas? See prices, rebates & tax credits

The cost of solar panels in Texas can range from between $11,000 and $14,000 after incentives for a typical 6 kW system. Calculate the cost for your specific needs here.

How much does solar cost and save homeowners in Orange County in 2023?

Teddy Theil

March 21, 2018

How much does solar cost and save homeowners in Orange County in 2023?

Find out key facts about going solar as an Orange County homeowner, including your potential cost & savings, payback period, incentives, rebates & more.

How to catch fraudulent solar lead generation companies

Teddy Theil

December 6, 2022

How to catch fraudulent solar lead generation companies

SolarReviews' President and Founder, Andrew Sendy, gives his brief opinion on fraudulent lead generation companies.

How will Trump's solar tariffs affect residential solar panel costs

Teddy Theil

January 24, 2018

How will Trump's solar tariffs affect residential solar panel costs

The short answer is that they won’t. Here’s why the newly implemented solar tariffs will have minimal effect on the cost of residential solar panel installation in the United States in 2018 and 2019.

Where can I compare solar panel prices online?

Teddy Theil

October 19, 2018

Where can I compare solar panel prices online?

Homeowners around the country are discovering the cost-effective, environmentally-friendly benefits of solar power for homes. Between 2006 and 2016, residential solar power installations in the United States increased by an average rate of 59% each year.