Educating & Protecting Solar Homeowners
Solar was supposed to save you money. For millions of American homeowners, it hasn't. And most of them don't know why.
Solar Home Advocate tracks the lawsuits, the bankruptcies, the investigations, and the contract problems in the solar industry and explains what they mean for you, in plain English. All sourced from public record. All free.
Whether you're locked into a lease you didn't fully understand, paying more than before you went solar, or trying to sell a home with a contract attached, this site is built for you.
Free Consultation
Talk to a senior consultant about your solar contract. Find out what relief you may qualify for.
Hidden dealer fees are in almost every solar loan. If yours weren't properly disclosed, that could be a Truth in Lending Act violation — and that changes your options.
What's Happening in Solar Right Now
Industry news, lawsuits, and company updates that affect homeowners.
What the Chapter 11 filing means for your warranty, your lease, and your options going forward.
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FTC Sues Major Solar Lender Over Hidden Fee StructureApril 3, 2026 -
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New Texas Law Gives Homeowners 5-Day Cancellation WindowMarch 22, 2026 -
Know Your Rights
Plain-English guides to understanding your solar contract, your rights, and your options.
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The "Escalator Clause" in Your Solar Contract
The single line that raises your payment every year, and what you can do about it.
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"Free Solar" Isn't Free
What "free solar" actually means, and what you signed when you said yes.
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Solar Contract Red Flags
A checklist of the warning signs. Three or more? Time to talk to someone.
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Did Your Solar Installer Go Bankrupt?
Your company is gone. Your contract isn't. Here's what to do.
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The Home Sale Trap
How solar contracts can block you from selling your home.
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Hidden Violations in Your Solar Loan
Paying a solar loan AND a high electric bill? Your contract may contain legal violations.
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Your Legal Options
Every door that's open to you. More than you think.
A 2.9% escalator clause on a 25-year lease can nearly double your monthly payment. Most homeowners don't find out until it's too late.
Find Your State
Solar contract laws are different in every state. Find out what applies where you live.
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More than 100 solar companies filed for bankruptcy in 2024 alone. If yours is one of them, your contract didn't disappear — it just changed hands.