Why This Matters
Financing options can make or break a deal. When your finance integration is set up correctly, your sales team can present customers with payment options in seconds — turning 'I can't afford it' into 'Where do I sign?'
What You'll Need
Admin access to SubcontractorHub
Active finance partner integration
A web browser (Chrome or Edge recommended)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1
Sign in to your SubcontractorHub account with your username and password.
Step 2
Click on the "New Customer" button at the top of your screen to create a new lead.
Step 3
Input the customer’s address and basic information. The address can be added manually by clicking on the “Manual Address” checkbox. Select the job type and assign it to a user by clicking “Assign To”. Fill out setter and lead source details, as well as other information.
Step 4
Click “Create customer” in the top-right corner of the page.
Step 5
You have now created a proposal card. Click "View Detail" to begin generating a design and pricing. You can title a proposal by clicking “Add Title”.
Step 6
Click the “Utility” drop-down box in the Consumption profile section and select the correct utility provider.
Step 7
Scroll down to enter the client's kWh usage. You can opt to either enter the monthly or annual usage by switching the toggle. The predictive AI will also generate an assumed consumption amount based on the address entered. Likewise, if you only have a few months of data available, the software will attempt to auto-fill the other months' data.
Step 8
Click “Start Design.”
Step 9
Most homes will be able to utilize the AI-Assisted design tool. Identify the correct home, align it with the tool’s crosshair and click "Run AI Design." If you are working in a market where the AI-Assisted tool does not function seamlessly, you can toggle to "Edit" mode.
Step 10
Click on the modules that you want to include in the design. You will notice the system size, offset, and production all change in real-time. Update Electric Bill pricing and Annual Usage that suit your customer’s needs. You can also select the type of panel that goes into the system alongside the design.
Step 11
Click “Save.”
Step 12
Your AI-Assisted Design is ready with system size details. You can add an inverter andedit escalation,PPW,mounting typeandroof typein this section.
Step 13
Scroll down and turn on the battery toggle to add batteries to your proposal.
Step 14
Choose if you would like to quote a backup battery OR a grid-tied battery here.
Step 15
Add as many rooms or appliances as your customer needs to back up. Select the room or appliance to increase or decrease the quantity. The battery recommendation algorithm will calculate how many batteries the customer needs to back up the added rooms or appliances and increase or decrease the number accordingly.
Step 16
Select your battery. You can increase or decrease the quantity of batteries required for your proposal.
Step 17
If you require additional adders to your quote, scroll down to the “Add-on” section. This section is optional. Click “Choose Adders” to opt for the equipment and click “Done”.
Step 18
You can also provide “Discounts” from the Discount Tab.
Step 19
You can add the down payment amount before selecting your finance options.
Step 20
Scroll down to the financing section of the proposal and select Elios Finance. From the dropdown click on “Select “Utility” and then “Create Account.”
Step 21
Click "Qualify Homeowner" to begin the qualification process.
Step 22
Input the necessary details likeProduct Type, Date of Birth,SSN Number, and more.
Step 23
Click on “Submit.”
Step 24
Once the qualification process is initiated, click “Sync.”
Step 25
Click “Yes”.
Step 26
Once the qualification is successful, the application status will appear in a green tab. Now, select the “Product,” “Product Type” and “Pricing”. Click “Create Quote”.
Step 27
Your Elios finance card will be generated with details of the financing option. Click “Finalize.”
Step 28
Click on“Send Contract Docs” to initiate the document dispatch process.
Step 29
The Sales Representative will receive the contract documents at their registered email address. They should open the email and click“Review and Sign Document.”
Step 30
This action will redirect them to a new browser tab to begin the signing process. After completing the signature, they must click“Submit.”
Step 31
Upon successful submission, a confirmation pop-up will appear, indicating the document has been signed.
Step 32
The customer will also receive an email prompting them to review and sign the document. They should access the email from their preferred email account and click“Review and Sign Document.”
Step 33
Click on “Start” to begin the process.
Step 34
Click“Initial” to apply your initials as required.
Step 35
Once all required fields are completed, click “Submit” on the right-hand panel to finalize the submission.
Step 36
After all signatures are obtained, proceed by clicking“Upload Stipulation Documents.”
Step 37
Click“Upload” to add the required supporting documents.
Step 38
Once the upload is complete, click“Save” to store the documents securely.
Step 39
At the top of the Proposal section, click“Complete Welcome Call” to begin setting up the Welcome Call process.
Step 40
Choose your preferred method for the Welcome Call: eitherIn-PersonorSend Mail. ASurvey URLwill be automatically generated and provided for your use.
Step 41
Once the Welcome Call has been attended and completed, the proposal status will automatically update to“Completed Welcome Call”, confirming that this step has been successfully fulfilled.
Real-World Example
💡 A solar sales rep presents three financing options to a homeowner right at the kitchen table. The customer sees monthly payments for each option side-by-side and picks the one that fits their budget — deal closed in one visit.
Pro Tips
Start small: Test this feature on one project before rolling it out company-wide.
Need help? Contact SubcontractorHub support — they're always happy to walk you through it.
Bookmark this guide: Come back anytime you need a quick refresher.
Troubleshooting
Problem | Solution |
Setting doesn't appear | Make sure you have admin access and the correct permissions enabled. |
Changes not saving | Refresh your browser and try again. Check your internet connection. |
Feature not working as expected | Clear your browser cache or try a different browser. Contact support if the issue persists. |
Change Log
Date | Change |
May 2026 | Rewritten for clarity; simplified language for non-technical contractors; added images and troubleshooting. |








































