Common Solar Panel Scams and How To Avoid Them
This article explores the most common solar panel scams, provides tips to recognize red flags, and offers guidance on protecting yourself from fraudulent solar companies.
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This article explores the most common solar panel scams, provides tips to recognize red flags, and offers guidance on protecting yourself from fraudulent solar companies.
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It doesn''t matter what they''re selling—a new roof, driveway repaving, tree trimming, or solar panels—never hire someone who shows up at your door. You have no way of knowing who
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To avoid getting scammed, you need to know what to look out for and when to walk away. Here''s our guide to spotting solar panel scams and finding a great installer.
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While you are browsing solar power companies, one of them may offer to install a solar panel or solar roof in your home for a small cost or even for free. It''s an intentionally misleading claim.
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Your social media feed is probably full of them: ads promising free solar panels, guaranteed savings, or special government programs that''ll pay you to go solar. Some even claim
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Minnesota is suing firms who finance solar power systems for homes. The case alleges that four lending companies deceived customers with hidden, upfront fees in exchange for lower
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Con artists use misleading sales tactics and lies to trick homeowners out of money and personal information. If you''ve received an offer for "free solar panels," it could be a scam. Always...
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Everything you need to know to avoid a solar panel scam and what to do if you feel you''ve been a victim of predatory solar companies.
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How the scam works: People posing as solar installers or utility employees call or come to your home and offer free solar panels through made-up government programs or incentives.
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At best, this is someone generating leads to sell, not actual solar businesses. At worst, they''re scammers trying to steal your identity. If you spot a scam, tell the Federal Trade Commission at
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