The People Behind the Panels

Meet Josh & Kayden

Two West Michigan natives on a mission to make solar simple, honest, and actually worth it for every homeowner we meet.

Co-Founder

Josh Bare

Solar Consultant & Co-Founder

Josh grew up in Grand Rapids and has spent years helping West Michigan families navigate big financial decisions. After watching a close friend get locked into a bad solar contract with a national company, he decided to build something better — a local solar business built on honesty and real results.

Josh personally handles every consultation, walking homeowners through their savings numbers, financing options, and what to realistically expect. He's known for being straight with people — no pressure, no fluff.

Grand Rapids, MI — born and raised

Certified Solar Energy Professional

100+ personal consultations completed

25-Year Manufacturer Warranty10-Year Roof Warranty

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Co-Founder

Kayden Sonefeld

Solar Consultant & Co-Founder

Kayden is the numbers guy. He grew up in West Michigan and has a background in energy analysis and residential finance. He built the savings calculator and pricing model that West Michigan Solar uses to give homeowners the most accurate estimates in the region.

When Kayden isn't running solar assessments, he's deep in Michigan utility rate data, making sure every homeowner gets a savings projection that actually holds up over time — not just a number designed to close a sale.

West Michigan native

Energy analysis & solar finance specialist

kaydensonefeld@gmail.com

25-Year Manufacturer Warranty10-Year Roof Warranty

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Industry-Leading Protection

Your Investment Is Fully Protected

Every system we install comes backed by the strongest warranties in the solar industry — so you can go solar with total confidence.

Manufacturer Warranty

25 Years

Every solar panel and inverter we install is backed by a full 25-year manufacturer warranty. That covers performance, defects, and output guarantees — for over two decades of worry-free energy production.

Roof Warranty

10 Years

We stand behind our installation work with a 10-year roof warranty. If any leaks or roof issues arise from our installation, we fix it — no questions asked. Your home is protected, period.

Our Story

How West Michigan Solar Started

From a frustrating experience watching a friend get burned by a bad solar deal — to 200+ happy homeowners across West Michigan.

2022

West Michigan Solar Founded

Josh and Kayden, both West Michigan natives, launched the company after seeing neighbors overpay for solar from out-of-state franchises.

2023

100 Homes Milestone

Crossed 100 completed solar installations across Grand Rapids, Holland, and Muskegon — all with zero customer complaints.

2024

Expanded to 12 Cities

Grew our service area to cover all of West Michigan, from Ludington and Cadillac in the north to Kalamazoo and Battle Creek in the south.

2025

200+ Homes & 4.9-Star Rating

Surpassed 200 installations and maintained a 4.9-star average across 214 verified reviews — the highest-rated local solar company in West Michigan.

What We Stand For

Our Values

These aren't just words on a wall. They're the reason homeowners refer their neighbors to us.

Neighbors, Not a Corporation

We live and work in West Michigan. When you call us, you get Josh or Kayden — not a call center. We treat every home like it's our own.

Radical Transparency

No hidden fees, no bait-and-switch pricing. We show you the real numbers — savings, costs, payback period — before you ever sign anything.

Long-Term Partnership

Our relationship doesn't end at installation. We're here for monitoring, questions, and support for the full 25-year life of your system.

Genuinely Green

We believe in solar because it's the right thing for Michigan families and the environment — not just because it's a business opportunity.

Josh Bare and Kayden Sonefeld — West Michigan Solar co-founders

"We started this company because we were tired of seeing West Michigan homeowners get taken advantage of. Solar should be simple, honest, and actually save you money — and that's exactly what we deliver."

Josh Bare & Kayden Sonefeld

Co-Founders, West Michigan Solar

Ready to Go Solar?

Talk to Josh or Kayden Today — No Pressure, No Obligation

Get a free, honest solar quote from the people who actually live and work in West Michigan. We'll show you the real numbers.

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West Michigan Locals Who Actually Care