Solar Contract Watchdog — San Francisco, CA
Solar Complaints in San Francisco, CA
Real Companies. Real Issues.
San Francisco homeowners have reported issues with 6 active solar companies in the area. Research complaint data, learn your CA rights, and find out if you have a case.
28,000+
Solar Installations
$22,500
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6
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Top Solar Complaints in San Francisco
- !Fog and microclimate reducing output below estimates
- !Historic district permitting complications
- !High installation costs on Victorian-era roofs
- !Limited roof space producing undersized systems
Solar Companies Active in San Francisco
Sunrun
B2,847 BBB complaints
"San Francisco Sunrun customers report production estimates did not account for Karl the Fog microclimate"
SunPower
A+1,876 BBB complaints
"SunPower SF complaints include premium pricing with no warranty support post-bankruptcy"
Tesla Solar / Tesla Energy
B1,567 BBB complaints
"Tesla Solar SF customers report historic district permit complications blamed on homeowner"
Sunnova Energy
B1,345 BBB complaints
Powur
B734 BBB complaints
GoodLeap (formerly Loanpal)
B1,456 BBB complaints
"GoodLeap SF borrowers report loan amount exceeded system cost after dealer fee was added"
CA State Law Is On Your Side
The California AG has been among the most active in solar enforcement, investigating deceptive sales practices and installation quality issues. The CPUC and CSLB also actively regulate solar contractors.
- California Consumer Legal Remedies Act (CLRA)
- California Unfair Competition Law (UCL) - Bus. & Prof. Code 17200
- California Solar Rights Act
- CSLB Contractor Licensing Law
Grounds to Cancel Your San Francisco Solar Contract
- FTC 3-day right of rescission not honored at signing
- Misrepresentation of projected energy savings
- Undisclosed escalator clauses in your contract
- Truth in Lending Act (TILA) violations in financing documents
- System performance below contractual guarantees
- Solar company bankruptcy or change of ownership
- Deceptive sales practices under state consumer protection law
Frequently Asked Questions — San Francisco, CA
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