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Solar Cancellation in New Jersey

Many homeowners in the Garden State feel a sudden wave of regret after signing a solar agreement. Excitement about green energy often vanishes when the reality of 25-year debt sets in.

New Jersey has one of the strongest consumer protection statutes in the country, the Consumer Fraud Act (N.J.S.A. 56:8-1).

Cooling-Off Period New Jersey extends the door-to-door cancellation right to 3 business days and requires prominent notice in the contract.

Consumer Fraud Act The CFA provides automatic treble damages and mandatory attorney fee awards for proven misrepresentations. Solar cases frequently qualify.

Home Improvement Practices Solar installers must comply with the Home Improvement Practices regulations (N.J.A.C. 13:45A-16.2), including written contract requirements and disclosure of financing terms.

Complaint Filing Complaints go to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.

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