Solar Panels Not Saving Money
Why your solar panels may not be saving you money and what you can do about it.
Why Solar Panels May Not Save You Money
- Loan payments exceeding actual electricity savings
- Net metering policy changes reducing bill credits
- System underperforming due to shading, orientation, or equipment
- Dealer fees inflating loan principal beyond system value
- Escalator clauses increasing payments faster than utility rates
- Utility rate structures changed after installation
- System sized too small to offset actual usage
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