The industry is shifting—fast. Solar pros who once sold equipment solutions are becoming trusted energy consultants. The difference? Real energy consumption and production data that explains performance, uncovers waste, and guides smarter decisions.
At Solar Data Pros, we’ve helped teams make this move since 2016. Lead with data and you build trust, recommend better solutions, and open new revenue streams.
From selling to consulting
- Traditional: “Your system should produce X.”
- Data-driven: “Here’s exactly what you produced, why the bill changed, and what to do next.”
Data that answers real questions
Smart-meter and inverter integrations turn guesswork into guidance:
- Production vs. consumption patterns that pinpoint optimization and add-on sales opportunities
- Battery schedule and configuration issues that silently add $100s per month
- Shifting usage habits that affect savings and true-up outcomes
- Grid export patterns that drive true-up calculations and rate impacts
Is the solar system working? Data shows it, no truck roll required.
Why it matters for your business
- Reduced service costs: Diagnose remotely with hourly consumption and production data.
- Higher customer satisfaction: Clear, data-backed explanations build trust and referrals.
- New revenue streams: Monitoring subscriptions, battery add-ons, HVAC upgrades, and expansions.
- Competitive differentiation: Precision insights beat generic proposals every time.
Real outcomes, fast
- A battery discharged daily at 4 p.m., right before peak rates. One schedule change saved $200/month and turned a complaint into a win.
- Summer bills spiked 40%. Smart-meter data flagged an aging HVAC system. With the right energy data and weather data insights, the solution is easy to spot.
Data tools that make energy consulting simple
Modern energy consulting needs utility integration and performance insight reporting your customers can understand.
- SolarFax®: Combines hourly utility data with inverter production data for clear reports, automated alerts, and true-up forecasting.
- WattsTrue™: Extends insights beyond solar to HVAC and efficiency, enabling targeted upgrades and partner referrals.
- Know True-Up®: A consumer-friendly monitoring portal that translates usage, exports, and rate structures into true-up clarity.
Key capabilities you can deploy today:
- Real-time performance monitoring to catch issues before customers notice
- Predictive analytics for seasonal usage and true-up projections
- Automated reporting for ongoing engagement without manual effort
- Scenario modeling to test battery schedules, rate plans, and expansion options
Who this helps
For Solar Professionals
- Present precise energy insights, not estimates
- Offer monitoring subscriptions and performance reviews
- Use scenario modeling to justify batteries, rate changes, and expansions
For Solar System Owners
- See what you produce, what you use, and what it costs, hour by hour
- Optimize battery schedules to align with peak rates and goals
- Understand true-up drivers and avoid surprises
For Realtors
- Provide energy performance snapshots during listings
- Confirm system functionality and expected bills by season
- Build confidence with transparent, data-backed reports
Make the Transition to a Data-Driven, Consultative Sales Process
Success requires the right platform, process, and rhythm:
- Automate utility data collection and analysis
- Train teams to interpret and present insights simply
- Standardize customer touchpoints with automated performance insight reporting
- Use data to prevent problems before they occur
Trust the Data. Grow with Confidence.
The future belongs to teams who lead with transparency and actionable insights across solar, storage, and energy efficiency. Since 2016, Solar Data Pros has helped hundreds of companies move from order-taking to energy consulting.
Ready to see it in action? Schedule a demo to differentiate your proposals, cut service costs, and unlock new revenue:
