
Philadelphia homeowners were targeted by solar sales companies despite Pennsylvania's variable weather. PECO Energy customers were promised savings that often did not materialize. Pennsylvania law provides consumer protection remedies.
Thousands of homeowners across Philadelphia signed solar contracts after being promised dramatic savings — only to find themselves locked into agreements with escalating payments, underperforming systems, and no clear exit. If you are one of them, you have legal options.
Philadelphia homeowners are protected by the Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (73 P.S. § 201-2), which prohibits unfair or deceptive acts or practices. The Act provides for actual damages, up to three times actual damages for intentional violations, and attorney's fees.
Philadelphia's variable weather, significant cloud cover in winter, and urban shading from buildings and trees mean solar systems often produce less than projected. PECO's net metering program also has limitations that were rarely disclosed.
Most people have their solar canceled and still get to keep their equipment.
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