The 5 fastest ways to spot a bad solar deal before you sign anything.
1. Red flags to watch for
- Hidden dealer fees baked into price
- “You’ll never pay for electricity again”
- Under-60-day timeline promises
- Out-of-state sales org, mystery installer
- Extreme pressure to sign same-day
2. 5 questions to ask before you sign
- “How many kWh do I use yearly?”
- “How many kWh will this system produce yearly?”
- “What is the total system cost and fees?”
- “Is there an escalator or is my payment fixed?”
- “Who is actually installing and servicing my system?”
3. What a good proposal looks like
- Clear numbers, realistic timelines, named installer, written warranties.
4. How does it differently
- Tie back to Why & Home Power Plan.



