What is Solar Panel Fraud and What Can You Do About It?

Learn how to spot solar panel fraud, avoid predatory contracts, and take action if you''ve been scammed, with guidance from Prevost Law Firm.

Solar Energy Scams are Against the Law

The Treasury Department works with other federal agencies, including the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to spread the word about

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Learn how to spot solar panel fraud, avoid predatory contracts, and take action if you''ve been scammed, with guidance from Prevost Law Firm.

BBB Scam Alert: “Free solar panels” can cost you big time! How to

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

Solar Panel Scams and How to Avoid Them

What actually happens: The scammers either make off with your deposit or they install the panels but never produce the rebate. Also, the panels often aren''t as efficient as they claim.

Solar Panel Scams: 7 Solar Red Flags And How To

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.

Solar energy is rising in popularity. So are the scams

Did a salesperson knock on your door and promise free rooftop solar panels at no cost to you? Or say you''ll never have to pay another electricity bill because government programs, grants, or

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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.

How to avoid getting burned by solar or clean energy

And while they promise free or low-cost solar panels, or offer you huge rebates, tax credits, or utility incentives to pay for those solar panels, those are lies.

IRS Pays Billions in Solar Tax Credits Amid Rising Scam Concerns

Scams can range from sending fake loan contracts to lenders to claiming inflated or non-existent tax credits or claiming you''ll receive a rebate check from the government in the mail.

Don''t Get Taken in by Shady Solar Panel Scams

You may have heard stories about people being misled and fed false information by solar panel salespeople. Falling prey to these scams can end up costing you thousands of dollars.