Can I actually cancel my solar contract?

In most cases, yes. Solar contracts frequently contain violations of the Truth in Lending Act (TILA), the FTC cooling-off rule, state consumer protection statutes, and misrepresentation clauses. Our attorneys have found valid cancellation pathways in over 85% of contracts reviewed.

What does solar contract cancellation cost?

Your initial contract review is completely free. If we take your case, we work on a contingency or flat-fee basis — meaning you don't pay us unless we succeed.

How long does it take to cancel a solar contract?

Most cases are resolved in 30 to 90 days. Some straightforward cases close in as little as 2 weeks. We handle all negotiations and paperwork.

What if my solar company went bankrupt?

This is one of the strongest cases we handle. When a solar company goes bankrupt, it often triggers contract voidability clauses. We have helped dozens of homeowners in this exact situation walk away from their contracts entirely.

What are Illinois SRECs and why do they matter?

Solar Renewable Energy Certificates generate additional income from your system. SREC values have been volatile. If your savings projection used inflated SREC values, you may have a misrepresentation claim.

Does my Illinois solar installer need to be registered?

Yes. Under the Home Repair and Remodeling Act, solar installers must be registered with the Illinois AG. An unregistered installer may render the contract void.

Can I cancel my Illinois solar contract after installation?

Yes. Consumer Fraud Act violations, registration requirement violations, and material misrepresentation all provide grounds for post-install cancellation.

815 ILCS 505/23-Day Cancellation RightUpdated 2026

Illinois's SREC Market Has Changed Dramatically. If Your Solar Contract Was Built on 2021 SREC Values, the Math No Longer Works — and the Law Knows It.

The Illinois Consumer Fraud Act is one of the broadest in the Midwest. Misrepresenting SREC income, tax credits, or ComEd savings is a violation.

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Under 815 ILCS 505/2B (Home Repair and Remodeling Act). The contractor must be registered with the Illinois Attorney General. An unregistered contractor may render the contract void.

Illinois has a genuinely strong solar incentive program — the Illinois Shines SREC market can generate real additional income for homeowners. The problem is that SREC values in Illinois have been volatile, and many sales reps used peak 2021 values to calculate savings projections that no longer reflect market reality. If your contract was sold on inflated SREC income projections, the financial case for your system may have been fundamentally misrepresented.

The Illinois Consumer Fraud Act: Broad, Powerful, and Frequently Applicable

815 ILCS 505/2 prohibits unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce. Illinois courts have interpreted this broadly to include omissions — not just affirmative misrepresentations. If your solar company failed to disclose the volatility of SREC values, the impact of a solar lien on your home sale, or the true cost including dealer fees, they may have violated the Consumer Fraud Act.

The Home Repair and Remodeling Act: The Registration Requirement

Under 815 ILCS 513, solar installers in Illinois must be registered with the Illinois Attorney General as home repair contractors. If your installer was not registered, the contract may be unenforceable. This is a technical requirement that many out-of-state companies overlook.

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Your Key Rights in Illinois

3-day right to cancel after signing
Protection under Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act
Right to accurate savings projections
Right to clear disclosure of all fees
Protection against misrepresentation of tax credits

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