Consumer affairs solar companies

How does the consumer affairs research team choose the best solar companies?

The Consumer Affairs Research Team used a research-backed, data-driven approach, which was informed by our expert editors, to choose the best solar companies. The team regularly evaluates customer reviews, company information and industry trends to update our top picks.

What are solar consumer efforts?

In broad terms, solar consumer efforts include consumer education, guidelines and standardized contracts, workforce standards and credentialing, consumer protection regulations, and grievance procedures.

Why are solar panels being sued?

Today’s legal actions are the result of the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division investigations revealing the companies misled consumers about solar panel system installation processes, misrepresented pricing and incentives, and in some cases, caused damage to customers' property.

What are solar consumer protections?

Solar consumer protections broadly include laws, policies, and programs aimed at protecting consumers entering the solar market against unsafe and unfair goods, services, and business practices.

Did vision solar mislead consumers?

The solar company allegedly misled consumers about the solar panel system installation process and relevant incentives or credits. Vision Solar also allegedly failed to successfully complete the permit requirements in setting up consumers' solar grids, resulting in unexpected fines or liens for the customers.

Did vision solar sell solar panels to consumers?

Vision Solar sold solar panel systems to hundreds of consumers, allegedly promising certain solar-energy benefits and fast timelines for project completion. Consumers instead reported experiencing extensive delays, damage, and empty promises.