Avoid Solar Scams

Learn how to avoid solar scams with guidance from Bartlett Electric Cooperative, Inc. 

Spot warning signs, verify contractors, understand contracts, and protect your investment. Make informed choices 

and ensure your solar project is safe, legitimate, and beneficial for your home or business.

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  • Be cautions of scams and false clams used by solar installers.
     
  • BEC does not have a sponsorship or partnership with any solar installers. BEC will never try to sell you a product or service, or partner with anyone who does.
     
  • Call us at (254) 527-3551 if you have questions about claims made by a solar salesperson(s).
     
  • Some common tactics to be aware of include:
    • Installers who make false claims about excessive annual utility rate increases.
    • Installers who encourage you not to reach out to BEC.
    • Misleading Projected Savings
    • Deceptive sales tactics that rush you into making decisions or singing a contract prior to you researching on your own.
    • False claims that you will not have utility bills anymore or will make money from the energy generated.
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