How to Avoid Unsavory Solar Companies (Without Getting Burned)
How to Avoid Unsavory Solar Companies (Without Getting Burned)
Solar is Smart.
Getting burned by the wrong company isn’t.
There are a lot of great solar companies out there.
And a lot of... well, not-so-great ones.
Here’s how to spot the red flags before you get trapped — and why Rebel Energy Systems does things differently.
1. Look for Honesty — Not Just Hype
If a company only talks about massive savings without mentioning trade-offs, run.
Real solar savings depend on your usage, your roof, your utility, and (in California) NEM 3.0.
Any company worth trusting should lay it all out — the good, the bad, and the realistic.
At Rebel, we won’t sugarcoat it.
We’ll show you the numbers upfront — no “it'll pay for itself overnight” nonsense.
2. Make Sure You Know Who You're Hiring
A lot of solar companies sell the system... then hand you off to whoever they can find to install it.
Ask:
Who is actually doing my install?
How do you vet and manage your crews?
Rebel Energy Systems works directly with trusted local teams we know — not random contractors off a job board.
We manage every install like it’s happening at our own home.
3. Beware of Companies That Play Hide-and-Seek
Some companies change their name or vanish when things get tough.
Look for companies that are transparent about their history — not ones trying to outrun bad reviews or lawsuits.
Rebel was built by industry veterans who believed the old system was broken.
We didn't vanish — we evolved.
4. Read Between the Lines on Reviews
Don’t just count stars — read the words.
Be cautious of companies with:
Dozens of cookie-cutter reviews posted the same week
Overly generic praise (“great service!”) with no real details
A flood of 5-stars and no context
At Rebel, we’re building reviews the right way — slowly, honestly, one real customer at a time.
5. Don’t Fall for High-Pressure Sales
If a solar rep pressures you to sign today “or lose the deal,” that’s a giant red flag.
Real solar decisions deserve time, questions, and clarity.
We’ll never rush you.
We want you to move forward because you’re confident, not because you felt trapped.
6. Ask About After-Sale Support
Solar is a 25-year relationship, not a weekend fling.
Ask companies:
“What happens if I have a problem six months in?”
“Will I get a real human or a call center?”
“Is service local or outsourced?”
At Rebel, we’re set up for real service — not “good luck with that” energy.
7. Choose Companies Built for the Long Haul — Not the Land Grab
A lot of big solar companies chase hypergrowth — then crash when policies shift.
At Rebel, we run lean and stay adaptable:
No bloated overhead
No reckless expansion
Focused, sustainable service
Translation?
We’re built to ride out changes like NEM 3.0 — and be here for the lifetime of your system.
Bottom Line
Good solar saves you money, increases your freedom, and protects your home against rising energy costs.
Bad solar costs you way more than you bargained for.
If you’re ready for solar done right — with honesty, experience, and long-haul commitment — we’re ready to help.
