Solar panels themselves are not a scam. When the sun shines on solar panels, they produce electricity that can be used to power appliances and devices in your home. Making your own solar energy this way saves you money on your utility bills. That's not to say solar panel scams aren't real—just that the technology itself is not the problem.
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. If something you see or hear from a salesperson sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
If you suspect you've fallen victim to a solar panel scam, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and your state's consumer protection agency. You should also file a complaint with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and inform your family and friends.
The current solar companies (without naming names) that advertise only use one brand and if that solar panel company goes out of business, the home owner is stuck! Many of these solar companies have sales people who scam the homeowner by saying the panels will save energy.
Solar energy is growing in popularity—it saves us money on our electricity bill, it''s light on the environment, and governments even promote programs to help make it more affordable. But
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