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title: Customer Success Stories From 2026
description: Budderfly customers consistently cite capital savings, hassle-free energy upgrades, and improved facility performance as the reasons they work with us.
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Mar 02, 2026
# Why Businesses Choose Budderfly: 2026 Customer Testimonials
Budderfly customers consistently cite capital savings, hassle-free energy upgrades, improved facility performance, and long-term partnership support as the top reasons they work with us.
From the moment we start implementing energy upgrades, and throughout our ongoing energy-as-a-service partnerships, we are always working to help businesses save time and money, lower energy consumption, and streamline operations. Our success is measured by [how much we help our partners](https://www.budderfly.com/energy-service/). So, we’re always thrilled when we hear a positive testimonial or read a happy review of our work.
Below are eight real Budderfly reviews and testimonials from operators across restaurants, [fitness centers](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/healthcare-fitness/), nonprofits, and manufacturing.
## 8 Budderfly Testimonials from Customers in 2026
### **1. David Foster, McDonald's Operator**
“What a joy it has been to work with a team of people who are knowledgeable about their product, communicate well, and follow-up consistently. Every step of the way with Budderfly has been clear and professional.”
### **2. Sam Simons, President and COO at OEM Controls**
“We spent a lot of time talking with the Budderfly team. They did an awesome job of understanding our situation. We had a lot of skepticism in the beginning. But their patience, their diligence, understanding who we are, and coming up with creative solutions really made it easy to work with and make the decision to go with Budderfly.”
### **3. Luis Gavignano Jr., McDonald’s Operator**
"Working with Budderfly is one of the best decisions my organization and I made in 2025. My team and I were looking for a creative way to enhance our Maintenance and Repair efficiencies. We operate stores in Washington D.C., Virginia, and Maryland. Budderfly offers excellent customer service, cost savings strategies, and direct solutions to the problems we face in our restaurants on a daily basis. We are very thankful and look forward together for the long term."
### **4. Steve Capezzone, Owner/Operator at Healthtrax**
“Members expect a comfortable space — if the AC or heat fails, they leave. Budderfly allowed us to replace units that would have been, honestly, impossible to do all at once. There was no major inconvenience for us or members. The coordination was great — cranes, timing, communication — it all went smoothly. I didn’t hear a single complaint. First-class operation.”
Watch the Budderfly team in action installing commercial HVAC upgrades at Heathtrax:
### **5. Bobby Kang, Franchise Owner, Burger King**
"Our decision to work with Budderfly ultimately came down to alignment and execution. The model removed the traditional barriers to energy upgrades—no upfront capital, no operational disruption—and allowed us to modernize our sites in a way that was financially responsible and immediately impactful. What stood out most was Budderfly’s ability to act as a true long-term partner rather than just a vendor. They took ownership of the outcome, not just the installation.
After seeing the results at our initial locations—both in terms of energy savings and overall facility performance—it was an easy decision to enroll additional sites. The transparency, accountability, and consistency in delivery gave us confidence to scale the relationship.”
### **6. Shannon Burhans, CEO and President, YMCA of Portage, IN**
"We were fortunate enough to run across Budderfly at a conference and really kind of looked into that model and decided that that would be a great partner for us. It just makes financial sense for us because we are now able to do more of what we're supposed to do, which is serve our community ... Everything has been great, we've been looped in and really kept up to date weekly.”
### **7. Chris Cischke Partner, Operator, Little Caesars**
"For new locations and transfers, Budderfly has covered the deposits for the power company. When multiplied over ten locations, that represents a significant capital savings...After three years with Budderfly, we had a 10-ton HVAC unit fail. Budderfly replaced the unit entirely, and I did not have to pay any out-of-pocket costs.”
### 8. **Alex Tamargo, COO, Good N U Hospitality**
"Many companies pitch partial energy solutions, but Budderfly offers far more. They’re a true all‑in‑one partner focused on both our customers and our bottom line. Unlike others who overpromise and underdeliver, Budderfly has consistently met expectations."
## What These Testimonials Show
These Budderfly testimonials show that businesses of all kinds benefit from working with Budderfly, whether [quick-service restaurants](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/fast-casual-restaurants/) like McDonald’s, [manufacturers](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/manufacturing/) like OEM, or gyms like [Healthtrax.](https://blog.budderfly.com/hs-search-results?type=SITE_PAGE&type=BLOG_POST&type=LISTING_PAGE&q=healthtrax) Business operators have a lot to consider when choosing an energy management partner, and they need to feel confident that their choices make financial sense, that solutions will be implemented with expertise, and they they’ll be informed every step of the way. Budderfly’s first-class operation provides it all.
Ready to learn how Budderfly can help your business preserve capital and upgrade your energy infrastructure with energy efficiency solutions? [Contact one of our experts today and begin your energy-savings journey.](https://www.budderfly.com/lets-talk/)
*This is Part 4 of a series highlighting different reviews from Budderfly customers. Click below to read more:*
*[Part 1](https://blog.budderfly.com/firsthand-reviews-10-budderfly-customers-talk-about-their-experience)*
*[Part 2](https://blog.budderfly.com/what-do-people-think-of-budderfly-9-budderfly-reviews-share-what-sets-the-company-apart)*
*[Part 3](https://blog.budderfly.com/9-budderfly-reviews-that-prove-we-deliver-great-outcomes)*
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