We have advised on the termination of several O&M contracts caused by poor performance, H&S failures and other breaches. Any termination is difficult and contentious, but due to the long-term nature of the contracts, the losses can
Whether or not you can cancel a solar panel contract after installation depends on the terms and conditions outlined in the contract itself, whether the company has breached any of these terms, and whether they
The solar company will assess your request for termination and, if they find your reasons compelling, they will invite you for negotiations. Each solar panel contract includes a termination fee, which serves as a penalty for ending the agreement. Locate the exact amount in your contract’s termination clauses.
Locate the exact amount in your contract’s termination clauses. Engage in a discussion with your solar company regarding the termination fees. They might be open to negotiating the fee to a lower amount. If your reasons for termination are due to a breach of contract on their part, they might even consider waiving the entire termination fee.
Common reasons for canceling a solar panel contract include: Moving into a new home where the solar panel agreement cannot be transferred. Financial difficulties make it challenging to keep up with payments. The best approach usually involves negotiation. You can contact the solar company to discuss the terms under which you can exit the contract.
The termination agreement is finalized upon reaching a compromise with the solar company. Make sure to document the agreement thoroughly and have both parties sign it. Proper documentation reduces the likelihood of future disputes and confusion. This explained how to get out of a solar panel contract after installation.
If you feel you were mis-sold solar panels for your home you could claim compensation. Back in 2019, it was reported that the Financial Ombudsman Service had around 2000 complaints from unhappy customers who felt they had been mis-sold their solar panels, with more coming in every week.
If your solar panels are not reducing your electricity bills or providing you with the financial subsidies that you were originally promised by the company who sold them to you, you may be eligible for compensation. The solar panel industry is yet another of those currently embroiled in a mis-selling scandal.
