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What cancellation rights or penalties should I look for in a solar contract?

Answer

Check any statutory cooling-off period, contractual cancellation window, deposit forfeiture, restocking or permit fees, financing cancellation, change-order rights, and termination rights for delays or failed approvals.

Key points

  • Rights vary by jurisdiction and contract type.
  • Verbal cancellation promises are unreliable.
  • Understand what happens if permits, financing, or interconnection fail.

What it depends on

  • Applicable law
  • Contract language
  • Project stage and payment status

Risks and trade-offs

  • Cancellation penalties may be large.
  • Waiting can reduce available cancellation rights.

Information you may need

  • Signed contract
  • Jurisdiction
  • Written cancellation and refund terms

Your next step

What to do next

Verify current cancellation rights with an authoritative consumer or legal source before signing.

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