The opportunity to “go solar,” reduce your electric bill and help the environment seems very enticing.  Unfortunately, homeowners who purchase solar equipment often are victimized by unfair and deceptive marketing schemes, if not outright fraud, faulty installation / work, and hidden fees.  Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody explained when unveiling the Scams at a Glance: The Dark Side of Solar brochure, “Home solar energy systems can present utility savings opportunities, but bad actors may use the enticement of big savings to secure large down payments with no intention of ever completing the solar installation process.” Making matters worse, when homeowners seek help from the company who sold them the solar equipment, they often find the companies have gone out of business, filed for bankruptcy protection or simply disappeared.  Click here for more information regarding solar panel fraud, lies, scams and unfair contracts.