Originally appearing in NPR on August 14, 2024, Jeff Brady interviews NCLC senior attorney Jenifer Bosco in coverage of the rooftop solar industry and hidden fees and deceptive statements in marketing the financial benefits of solar.
Consumer advocates say you should be skeptical of anyone who knocks on your door selling solar.
“I wouldn’t sign up for something based solely on a door to door marketer,” said Bosco. She suggests taking time away from the salesperson to consider information they offer, do your own research and then make a decision on your own time.
Jennifer Bosco, senior attorney with the National Consumer Law Center.
Some solar companies also offer power purchase agreements or leases but you’ll want to scrutinize these agreements closely before signing.
“A more traditional loan, and using that to purchase panels and paying off the loan, seems like the safest way as opposed to this kind of more creative financing models,” said Bosco.
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