Solar Fraud Intelligence Archive

A solar dispute starts taking shape at the door.

These field notes and legal investigations help homeowners, attorneys, and consumer advocates dissect deceptive sales tactics, hidden dealer fees, forged electronic signatures, and predatory lender liability.

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Scam 7 min read

Solar Panel Scheme or Legit Program? A 5-Part Test for Free Energy Offers

Solar panel scheme or real program? Use this five-part test to verify free energy, rebate, utility, tax credit, and financing claims.

Solar Panel Scheme or Legit Program? A 5-Part Test for Free Energy Offers
Equipment Fraud 7 min read

Solar Panels on Craigslist: Used Panel Scams, Stolen Equipment, and Bad Inverters

Solar panels on Craigslist can hide stolen equipment, damaged inverters, fake wattage, and no warranty. Learn what to verify first.

Solar Panels on Craigslist: Used Panel Scams, Stolen Equipment, and Bad Inverters
Legal 7 min read

Florida & California Solar Panel Scams: FDUTPA, CLRA & UCL Rights

Florida & California solar panel scams guide: FDUTPA, CLRA, UCL rights, red flags, contractor checks, and recovery steps.

Florida & California Solar Panel Scams: FDUTPA, CLRA & UCL Rights
Free Resources 7 min read

Free Solar Scam Guide: Homeowner Rights in FL, SC, and CA

Free solar scam guide for Florida, South Carolina, and California homeowners: FDUTPA, SC UTPA, CLRA rights, red flags, and protection steps.

Free Solar Scam Guide: Homeowner Rights in FL, SC, and CA
General 7 min read

Is Solar a Scam? Truth About Solar Panels vs. Sales Scams

Is solar a scam? Learn the difference between legitimate solar technology and solar sales scams. Understand real risks and how to avoid solar scams.

Is Solar a Scam? Truth About Solar Panels vs. Sales Scams
Investigation 7 min read

How to Spot Solar Scams in FL, SC, and CA

How to spot solar scams in Florida, South Carolina, and California, including red flags, state-specific tactics, and verification steps.

How to Spot Solar Scams in FL, SC, and CA
Investigation 7 min read

How to Report Solar Panel Scams: Agency Filing Guide

How to report solar panel scams to the right agencies. Complete filing guide covering the FTC, state attorneys general, and consumer protection agencies for solar scam victims.

How to Report Solar Panel Scams: Agency Filing Guide

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All Field Investigations

Browse our complete repository of consumer fraud investigations, contractor audits, loan analyses, and litigation guides.

Scam 7 min read

Solar Panel Scheme or Legit Program? A 5-Part Test for Free Energy Offers

Solar panel scheme or real program? Use this five-part test to verify free energy, rebate, utility, tax credit, and financing claims.

Solar Panel Scheme or Legit Program? A 5-Part Test for Free Energy Offers
Equipment Fraud 7 min read

Solar Panels on Craigslist: Used Panel Scams, Stolen Equipment, and Bad Inverters

Solar panels on Craigslist can hide stolen equipment, damaged inverters, fake wattage, and no warranty. Learn what to verify first.

Solar Panels on Craigslist: Used Panel Scams, Stolen Equipment, and Bad Inverters
Legal 7 min read

Florida & California Solar Panel Scams: FDUTPA, CLRA & UCL Rights

Florida & California solar panel scams guide: FDUTPA, CLRA, UCL rights, red flags, contractor checks, and recovery steps.

Florida & California Solar Panel Scams: FDUTPA, CLRA & UCL Rights
Free Resources 7 min read

Free Solar Scam Guide: Homeowner Rights in FL, SC, and CA

Free solar scam guide for Florida, South Carolina, and California homeowners: FDUTPA, SC UTPA, CLRA rights, red flags, and protection steps.

Free Solar Scam Guide: Homeowner Rights in FL, SC, and CA
General 7 min read

Is Solar a Scam? Truth About Solar Panels vs. Sales Scams

Is solar a scam? Learn the difference between legitimate solar technology and solar sales scams. Understand real risks and how to avoid solar scams.

Is Solar a Scam? Truth About Solar Panels vs. Sales Scams
Investigation 7 min read

How to Spot Solar Scams in FL, SC, and CA

How to spot solar scams in Florida, South Carolina, and California, including red flags, state-specific tactics, and verification steps.

How to Spot Solar Scams in FL, SC, and CA
Investigation 7 min read

How to Report Solar Panel Scams: Agency Filing Guide

How to report solar panel scams to the right agencies. Complete filing guide covering the FTC, state attorneys general, and consumer protection agencies for solar scam victims.

How to Report Solar Panel Scams: Agency Filing Guide
Equipment Fraud 7 min read

Fake Solar Panels: How to Spot Counterfeit Equipment Scams

Learn how to identify fake solar panels, verify equipment authenticity, and protect your home from counterfeit solar installations.

Fake Solar Panels: How to Spot Counterfeit Equipment Scams
Legal Resources 7 min read

Solar Investment Scams: Legal Counsel & Recovery Options

Solar investment scams and energy securities scams. Learn how to identify solar investment scams, find qualified legal counsel, and explore recovery options for your losses.

Solar Investment Scams: Legal Counsel & Recovery Options
Scam Prevention 7 min read

Door-to-Door Solar Scams: How to Shut Down Pressure Tactics

Door-to-door solar scam tactics exposed. Learn high-pressure sales red flags, cancellation rights, and how to shut down doorstep scams.

Door-to-Door Solar Scams: How to Shut Down Pressure Tactics
Investigation 7 min read

Solar Panel Scam Guide: 7 Verification Steps to Avoid Scams

Solar panel scam guide with 7 verification steps, license checks, financing review, quote comparison, and contract safeguards.

Solar Panel Scam Guide: 7 Verification Steps to Avoid Scams

Start With the Core Solar Fraud Guides

Use these evergreen guides to connect article-level details with the larger consumer-protection workflow: identify the scam pattern, preserve evidence, compare company complaint histories, and decide whether an eligibility review makes sense.