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Here is an example of some Solar Power News in Connecticut:
Connecticut homeowners should be aware of solar power contracts
(The Center Square) – Residents are being advised to research solar companies before entering into contracts, Attorney General William Tong said.
The state’s top law enforcement official and Michelle Seagull, commissioner of the Department of Consumer Protection, are warning Connecticut homeowners who are interested in installing solar panels on their property to perform research and be cognizant of misleading marketing and high-pressure sales tactics.
Complaints have been filed, according to the release, with the attorney general’s office from homeowners and investigations into the complaints is underway.
“Residential solar may help reduce electric bills and dependence on fossil fuels to power our electric grid, but consumers must proceed with caution,” Tong said in the release. “Solar power purchase agreements or lease agreements are often long-term, complex, and can be expensive. Any electric bill savings varies per household depending on many factors. While electric rates are high and we are all looking for ways to save money, consumers should never feel pressured into a solar contract or any other major home project.”
Seagull said that while “solar power can be an attractive option” for homeowners looking to save money, her department is receiving comments from consumers stating, “the deal they were offered proved to be too good to be true.”
“Consumers should be cautious when entering into a solar contract – do extensive research, compare costs, understand if your home is suitable for rooftop solar, and don’t allow yourself to fall victim to high pressure sales tactics,” Seagull said.
Customers, according to the release, are urged to determine whether their home would receive enough direct sunlight to justify purchasing solar panels, whether the roof would need replaced, how tax credits and refunds work, how the solar panels effect the value of a home, and if selling their home would be affected with leased solar panels.
According to the release, homeowners should compare reviews of solar companies and check prices and know who the company is beforehand. Homeowners should ensure the company is licensed in Connecticut, and never sign any agreement under pressure.
Contracts can be canceled, according to the release, under Connecticut law by midnight on the third business day after the transaction.
The federal government, according to the release, offers a 26% federal tax credit on the cost of solar systems that are installed by the end of 2022. In 2023, that credit falls to 22% and would end in 2024 unless renewed by Congress.
