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Across Maryland and nationwide, complaints about solar company scams are on the rise. These scams range from misleading pitches to contracts filled with hidden terms to outright forgery and other forms of solar fraud. Homeowners may be swindled out of tens of thousands of dollars and left with a leaking roof. When this happens, a solar attorney can be the difference between being stuck with a bad deal and fighting back for your rights.
Here are four reasons why consumers turn to a solar contract lawyer:
Many solar company scams begin at the sales stage. Door-to-door solar scams happen when representatives or aggressive telemarketers may claim you qualify for “free solar panels” or guaranteed tax credits. But what’s happening is that those savings may be exaggerated or never materialize at all.
Even when the sales pitch sounds legitimate, the installation may not be as it seems. Poor workmanship can lead to leaks in roofs and damage to electrical systems. Solar panels can fail to generate anywhere near the promised output. All the while, some companies deny responsibility once the check clears.
Another hallmark of solar company scams is the inclusion of hidden terms in lengthy contracts. Many solar leases and power purchase agreements lock consumers into 20–25 years of payments, which come with escalating rates and severe penalties for early cancellation. Some even complicate home sales with a provision that requires the new buyer to assume the loan, or else the seller must pay it off in full.
Some cases go beyond sloppy business practices; they’re outright fraud. Rogue operators have been known to forge contracts without a homeowner’s knowledge or consent, collect deposits and vanish without completing the work, or pose as legitimate solar providers to steal money and personal information.
Solar power should be a win for both your household and the environment, but solar company scams can turn a good idea into a costly disaster.
If you’ve been misled, pressured, or defrauded, you don’t have to shoulder the loss alone. A solar attorney can help you fight back, defend your rights, and recover damages.
