- 2026: Connecticut opened an investigation into SunStrong, which now runs most Sunnova accounts.
- Sep 2025: Solaris finished buying Sunnova and put SunStrong in charge of its accounts.
- Jun 8, 2025: Sunnova filed for bankruptcy.
What happened to Sunnova?
Sunnova was a Houston solar company, founded in 2012. It sold leases, power deals and loans to homeowners. In 2025, it ran out of money and sold its business in bankruptcy.
- Sunnova warns it may not survive the year. Its stock falls as much as 71% that day.
- Sunnova files for bankruptcy in the Southern District of Texas to sell its business.
- The court approves selling nearly all of Sunnova to its bankruptcy lenders.
- The sale is done. SunStrong Management takes charge of most Sunnova systems.
- The court confirms Sunnova’s plan, Reuters reports.
Was your installer another company that failed? Start with what to do when any solar company goes bankrupt.
What should Sunnova customers do right now?
It depends on your contract and what’s wrong. Tap the one that sounds like you.
Keep paying under your contract. SunStrong now handles billing and support for most Sunnova systems. Save every bill and letter.
Leases and PPAsA bankruptcy doesn’t cancel your loan. Check your latest statement or letter for who services it now, and call that company.
LoansReport the problem to SunStrong. Take dated photos. Write down every call, date and ticket number.
About SunStrongSunStrong says it will tell you about changes itself. Confirm any letter with a phone number you already trust.
Who you pay nowSunnova’s case agent is Kroll. Call (888) 975-5436 or use the case website to check claims and deadlines.
ClaimsBankruptcies attract people who offer to “take over” your account for a fee. Never pay upfront.
Spot the scamWho is SunStrong Management?
SunStrong runs home solar systems that other companies sold. It now services most Sunnova accounts. It also took over SunPower’s leases in 2024.
- Runs billing and collections
- Handles repairs and maintenance
- Manages leases, loans and power deals
- SunStrong says it will tell you about changes directly
- Keep every bill, letter and ticket number
- Report problems in writing when you can
Do I still have to pay my Sunnova lease, PPA or loan?
Usually, yes. The bankruptcy didn’t cancel your contract. What changed is who runs your account.
- Keep paying under your contract
- SunStrong runs most accounts now
- Pay only after written notice of any change
- A bankruptcy doesn’t cancel your loan
- Check your latest statement for the servicer
- Call that company with questions
Can I file a claim in Sunnova’s bankruptcy?
Sunnova’s case agent, Kroll, runs the claims process. Start there for deadlines and your claim status.
- Call or look it upCall Kroll at (888) 975-5436, or use Sunnova’s case website.
- Check the deadlineEvery case sets a last day for claims. Ask what applies to you.
- Use Form 410The official proof of claim form. Attach your contract and receipts.
What warning signs did Sunnova show before it failed?
Sunnova showed money trouble for more than a year before it filed.
- It laid off about 15% of its workers.
- A $3 billion federal loan guarantee was reportedly canceled.
- It laid off about 55% of its workforce.
- It filed for bankruptcy, listing more than $10 billion in assets and debts.
How do I get my Sunnova system fixed safely?
Start with SunStrong for systems it services. For anything else, pick a licensed company with a long record. Then watch for these scam signs.
- They call you firstA stranger knows you had Sunnova. They offer to “take over your warranty” for a fee.
- They want money upfrontReal repair companies quote first. Never pay to keep a warranty you already have.
- They change where you payA sudden “new acount” for your lease or loan. Call the servicer at a number you already trust.
Can I get a credit when my Sunnova system is down?
Maybe. A Boston TV station looked at a Sunnova lease. It says customers won’t be charged when the system is offline because of Sunnova’s fault. Owners told reporters they paid for months of downtime anyway.
Ask for about $300 in credits.
How it works: your monthly payment ÷ 30 × days down. Your lease terms decide the real amount.- Write down the datesNote when it stopped and every call you made.
- Ask in writingSend SunStrong your dates and the amount you want back.
- Escalate if ignoredFile a complaint with your state attorney general.
Sunnova bankruptcy questions, answered
Is Sunnova still in business?
Not on its own. Sunnova filed for bankruptcy on June 8, 2025, and sold nearly all of its business. On July 31, 2025, the court approved the sale to its bankruptcy lenders. SunStrong Management now services most Sunnova systems, including billing and repairs.
Who took over Sunnova?
A group of Sunnova’s bankruptcy lenders bought nearly all of its business. The court approved the deal on July 31, 2025. SunStrong Management now runs most Sunnova accounts. It handles bills, repairs and help for systems already working. If you get a letter about your account, check it with a number you already trust.
Who is SunStrong Management?
SunStrong runs home solar systems that other companies sold. It handles billing, repairs and support for leases, loans and power deals. It took over most Sunnova accounts in 2025. It also took over about 100,000 SunPower leases after SunPower failed in 2024. In 2026, Connecticut’s attorney general opened an investigation into SunStrong after about 65 complaints.
Do I still have to pay my Sunnova lease or PPA?
Usually, yes. The bankruptcy didn’t cancel your contract. Keep paying under your contract until SunStrong tells you about a change in writing. Before you change where you pay, call a number from an old bill or your contract. Save every bill and letter.
Who do I call for Sunnova service now?
For most systems, call SunStrong Management. It now handles billing, repairs and support for most Sunnova accounts. For questions about the bankruptcy case or claims, call Sunnova’s case agent, Kroll, at (888) 975-5436. Write down every call, date and ticket number.
What happens to my Sunnova warranty?
Part warranties come from the makers, so they often still count. For promises Sunnova made in your contract, ask SunStrong what it covers. Then check the case website for how to file a claim for anything left unpaid. Save your contract and every receipt.
Can I file a claim in Sunnova’s bankruptcy?
Start with Sunnova’s case agent, Kroll. Call (888) 975-5436 or use the case website to check deadlines and your claim status. If you paid a deposit for a home system you never got, up to $3,800 of that claim gets priority.
Why did Sunnova go bankrupt?
Sunnova said its cash and financing weren’t enough to pay its bills and run the business. In March 2025, it warned it might not survive the year. It filed for bankruptcy that June and sold its business to its lenders.
How could you tell Sunnova was in trouble?
On March 3, 2025, Sunnova warned there was substantial doubt it could keep going. Its stock fell as much as 71% that day. Barron’s said the BBB also sent an alert after hundreds of complaints. It filed about three months later.
Is SunStrong the same company that took over SunPower leases?
Yes. In 2024, SunStrong took over about 100,000 SunPower leases. In 2025, it took charge of most Sunnova systems too. So many SunPower and Sunnova owners now deal with the same servicer. Check your latest bill or letter for how to reach it.
When did Sunnova file for bankruptcy?
Sunnova filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on June 8, 2025, in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. The court approved selling its business on July 31, 2025, and confirmed its plan that November. Sunnova had warned in March 2025 that it might not survive the year.
What happened to Sunnova loans?
A bankruptcy doesn’t cancel your loan. SunStrong services most Sunnova accounts, including loans. Check your latest statement or letter to see who services yours now. Keep paying, and call that company with any questions. Never send money to a new account before you check it.
Can I get a credit if my Sunnova system is down?
Ask for one. A WCVB report says the Sunnova lease promises customers won’t be charged when the system is offline because of Sunnova’s fault. Write down the dates it was down, ask SunStrong for a credit in writing, and keep every reply. Our estimator above shows what to ask for.
Who removes my Sunnova panels if I need a new roof?
Ask SunStrong before any roof work starts. If you lease, the panels belong to the lease owner, so they need to approve removal and reinstall. Get the plan and any costs in writing. Don’t let a roofer remove leased panels on their own.
Who will finish my unfinished Sunnova install?
Sunnova’s own closure page says SunStrong is working with GoodLeap to finish certain installs that were in progress. Contact SunStrong with your project details. Keep paying only what your contract requires, and get every promise in writing. Ask for a finish date.
Sources and updates
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- Sunnova, Financial restructuring updates: the July 31, 2025 sale approval and SunStrong servicing.
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- Norton Rose Fulbright (buyers’ counsel), Acquisition of Sunnova, August 2025.
- Solar Power World, a solar trade publication, SunStrong in charge of legacy Sunnova systems, September 4, 2025.
- pv magazine USA, a solar trade publication, Sunnova sale process: the Kroll case line.
- Reuters (news), Sunnova’s Chapter 11 plan confirmed, November 12, 2025.
- pv magazine USA, Sunnova’s future in question, March 3, 2025: the going-concern warning.
- Bloomberg Tax (news), Sunnova plunges after going-concern warning, March 3, 2025.
- Barron’s / Dow Jones (news), via Tiger Brokers, Sunnova stock sinks on substantial doubt: the BBB alert.
- SunPower bankruptcy coverage, Bloomberg Law (news), Solar panel bankruptcies leave frustrated homeowners in limbo: SunStrong’s SunPower leases.
- U.S. Courts, Official Form 410, Proof of Claim and instructions.
- Federal Register (Judicial Conference of the United States), Revision of Certain Dollar Amounts in the Bankruptcy Code: the $3,800 consumer deposit priority.
- U.S. Department of Labor, Plant closings and layoffs (WARN Act): layoff notice rules.
- Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, PACER: federal court case search.
- U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, EDGAR full-text search: public company filings.
- Connecticut Attorney General, New developments to hold solar industry accountable, 2026: an investigation into SunStrong Management after about 65 complaints.
- pv magazine USA (trade news), Sunnova subsidiary files for bankruptcy protection: 2024 layoffs and the loan guarantee.
- Solar Power World (trade news), Omnidian in the running to buy Sunnova’s service platform: May 2025 layoffs and debts.
- now.solar, reposting a WCVB (Boston ABC affiliate) report, After bankruptcy, solar customers say they’re left in the dark: Sunnova lease downtime clause.
- Sunnova, Sunnova closure and support resources: SunStrong servicing, GoodLeap install help, welcome email.
Changelog · last updated October 6, 2026 · 2 updates
- October 6, 2026: Added Connecticut’s 2026 investigation of SunStrong Management.
- October 5, 2026: Guide published with the sale of Sunnova, SunStrong’s role, payment and claim steps, and the warning signs before the filing.
How to cite this page: The Day Company, “Sunnova went bankrupt. Who services your system now?”, updated October 5, 2026, https://theday.company/solar-bankruptcy/sunnova.
This guide explains public records in plain language. It is not legal advice. For your own situation, talk to a bankruptcy lawyer or legal aid. The Day Company is not tied to Sunnova, any buyer, servicer, lender or installer, and no company pays for placement in this guide.