
uying a home with an existing solar system can be a great benefit. A properly operating solar array can reduce electricity costs for years and may already represent a significant investment in the property. However, solar also adds another layer of due diligence that buyers should consider before closing.

The solar industry has experienced tremendous growth over the past decade, but it has also seen significant consolidation. Unfortunately, many homeowners have discovered that the company that installed their solar system is no longer in business.

Over the past few years, we’ve seen a growing trend: homeowners calling us because their solar system isn’t working, and the company that installed it is nowhere to be found. In many cases, the system is only a few years old. The equipment is still under manufacturer warranty. But there’s a problem: no one is there to service it.