What is solar-as-a-service and how does it work?
Last updated July 20, 2026
Solar-as-a-service lets you use a rooftop solar system for a fixed monthly fee instead of buying it upfront. SunFund handles the equipment, installation, maintenance, and monitoring; you simply pay a predictable monthly amount that is lower than your previous electricity bill and start saving immediately.
How it works, step by step
- Free assessment. We evaluate your roof, energy usage, and savings potential at no cost.
- We install and own the system. SunFund covers the ₱0-upfront installation, permits, and grid interconnection.
- You pay one monthly fee. It is fixed, predictable, and lower than your current electricity bill.
- We maintain it. Monitoring, maintenance, and performance checks are all included for the life of the agreement.
How it differs from buying or a loan
- Cash purchase — you pay ₱250,000+ upfront and own the system, but carry the maintenance and risk yourself.
- Solar loan — no system ownership savings until the loan clears, plus interest.
- Solar-as-a-service — ₱0 upfront, maintenance included, and you save from month one.
This model is why many first-time solar customers in the Philippines choose SunFund. See how it works in more detail, or read about zero-upfront-cost installation.