My Solar Company Went BankruptWhat Happens Now and How to Get Help
If the company that installed your solar panels has gone out of business, you are not alone. Thousands of homeowners across the US are in the same situation. Your system still works. Your manufacturer warranties are likely intact. Here is exactly what to do next.
The Good News First
Your solar panels are still generating electricity and saving you money — that does not change when an installer goes bankrupt. Your panel and inverter manufacturer warranties are separate from your installer and are almost certainly still valid. What you have lost is the installer's workmanship warranty and their production guarantee. The fix: find a qualified solar company to adopt your system. NuWatt's Solar Orphan Rescue program was built for exactly this situation.
Which Solar Companies Have Gone Bankrupt?
The solar industry has seen a wave of bankruptcies and closures since 2022. Rising interest rates, supply chain disruptions, and aggressive expansion by companies that prioritized volume over quality have left hundreds of thousands of homeowners without installer support. Here are the biggest casualties:
SunPower
August 2024Filed Chapter 11 after decades as a premium solar brand. Sold residential division to Complete Solar (which also filed bankruptcy). Maxeon Solar acquired the SunPower brand for panels only. Most installer warranties are void.
Titan Solar Power
March 2024One of the largest residential installers in the US shut down abruptly, leaving thousands of projects unfinished and warranties unsupported. Customers reported being unable to reach anyone.
Pink Energy (formerly Power Home Solar)
October 2022Shut down after investigations by multiple state attorneys general over deceptive sales practices. Thousands of customers left with defective installations and no warranty support.
Complete Solar
January 2024Filed Chapter 7 bankruptcy just months after acquiring SunPower's residential arm. Customers who were already dealing with SunPower's bankruptcy got hit a second time.
Momentum Solar
November 2024Major Northeast and mid-Atlantic installer ceased operations after years of consumer complaints and regulatory scrutiny. Left customers without warranty or service support.
The list keeps growing
These are just the largest national names. Dozens of regional and local solar companies have also shut down quietly. If your installer stopped returning calls, their website went dark, or their phone number is disconnected, they may have closed without a formal bankruptcy filing.
What Happens to Your Solar Warranty?
This is the single biggest concern for homeowners whose solar installer went bankrupt — and the answer depends entirely on which warranty you are asking about. Solar systems have multiple warranties from different companies, and they do not all die when your installer does.
Manufacturer (Panel) Warranty
25-30 years • Survives bankruptcy
Covers: Defects in the solar panels themselves — cracked cells, delamination, power output degradation
This warranty comes from the panel manufacturer (e.g., REC, Silfab, Hyundai). As long as the manufacturer is in business, this warranty is valid regardless of your installer's status.
Manufacturer (Inverter) Warranty
12-25 years • Survives bankruptcy
Covers: Inverter or microinverter hardware failures — Enphase, SolarEdge, etc.
Enphase and SolarEdge honor warranties directly with homeowners. You can file a claim yourself or have any qualified electrician handle the swap.
Installer Workmanship Warranty
10-25 years • Lost in bankruptcy
Covers: Roof penetrations, wiring, racking, installation quality issues
This is the warranty most affected by a bankruptcy. It covered installation-related problems — roof leaks from improper flashing, loose wiring, racking failures. When the installer goes bankrupt, this warranty is gone.
Installer Production Guarantee
5-25 years • Lost in bankruptcy
Covers: Promise that your system will produce a certain amount of energy per year
Production guarantees are only as good as the company standing behind them. If the installer is gone, the guarantee is unenforceable.
The critical gap: The installer workmanship warranty is the one that covers roof leaks, wiring issues, and racking problems — the stuff that actually goes wrong with solar installations. When your installer goes bankrupt, this is the warranty you lose. A new service provider like NuWatt can inspect your system, identify any workmanship issues, and provide coverage going forward.
What Happens to Your Solar Monitoring?
This is one area where the news is mostly good. Solar monitoring is run by the equipment manufacturer — not your installer — in the vast majority of cases. Here is what to expect:
Still Working
- Enphase Enlighten — monitoring runs through Enphase's cloud servers. Your app and web dashboard should continue working normally. If you only had access through the installer's fleet portal, contact Enphase at 877-797-4743 to reclaim your homeowner account.
- SolarEdge Monitoring — similar to Enphase, monitoring runs through SolarEdge's platform. Contact SolarEdge at 510-498-3200 to ensure you have direct homeowner access.
- Tesla/Powerwall — Tesla app monitoring is independent of your installer.
May Be Lost
- Installer-branded portals — some companies (especially SunPower) ran proprietary monitoring portals. When the company shuts down, the portal goes offline. Your data may be unrecoverable.
- Production reports — monthly or annual production reports that your installer emailed you will stop. The underlying data is usually still available through the manufacturer's app.
- Alert management — installer-configured alerts (e.g., "system underperforming") may stop. Set up alerts directly in your manufacturer's app.
Action item: Log into your monitoring app today and confirm you can see real-time production data. If you cannot, contact the equipment manufacturer (not the installer) to set up direct homeowner access. This is free and takes about 15 minutes.
What Happens to Your Solar Lease or PPA?
If you have a solar lease or power purchase agreement (PPA), the situation is different from a cash or loan purchase. Here is the critical thing to understand: your lease or PPA contract is almost certainly not with the installer directly.
Most solar leases and PPAs are owned by a separate financial entity — companies like Sunrun, Sunnova, or a special purpose vehicle (SPV) set up by the financing company. When your installer goes bankrupt, the lease/PPA contract gets assigned to another company. Your payment terms stay the same.
What changes and what stays the same:
Stays the Same
- Monthly payment amount
- Contract length and escalator
- Buyout option terms
- Equipment on your roof
May Change
- Service/maintenance provider
- Customer service contact info
- Response times for service calls
- Quality of service and support
The biggest risk for lease/PPA customers is service quality. When the original installer handled maintenance and the new assignee is a faceless financial company, getting someone to actually show up and fix a problem can become much harder. If you are experiencing slow or nonexistent service from your lease/PPA servicer, know your rights under your contract.
5 Steps to Take Right Now
If your solar company has gone bankrupt or disappeared, do not panic. Your system is still producing power and your equipment warranties are likely intact. Follow these five steps to protect yourself and get your system properly supported again.
Document Everything You Have
Gather your original contract, permit documents, interconnection agreement, and any warranty paperwork. If your installer had an online portal, screenshot or download everything before it goes offline. You'll need your system specs: panel brand/model, inverter type, system size in kW, and installation date.
Verify Your Monitoring Still Works
Check your Enphase Enlighten, SolarEdge, or other monitoring app. In most cases, monitoring runs through the equipment manufacturer — not your installer — so it should still be working. If you've lost access, contact the manufacturer directly to reclaim your account. Your system is still producing power even if the installer portal is gone.
Contact Your Equipment Manufacturers
Reach out to your panel manufacturer and inverter manufacturer to confirm your product warranties are registered and active. Enphase (877-797-4743) and SolarEdge (510-498-3200) both have dedicated support for orphaned system owners. Get written confirmation of your warranty status.
Check Your Lease/PPA or Loan Status
If you financed through a lease, PPA, or solar loan, your payment obligations continue regardless of the installer's bankruptcy. Contact your financing company (Sunrun, Mosaic, GoodLeap, etc.) to confirm who is now responsible for system maintenance. For leases and PPAs, the contract was likely assigned to another company.
Find a New Service Provider
You need a qualified solar company to adopt your system for ongoing maintenance, warranty claims, and any future repairs. Look for an installer who specifically offers orphaned solar system support — not every company will take on another installer's work. NuWatt's Solar Orphan Rescue program is designed exactly for this situation.
How NuWatt's Solar Orphan Rescue Works
NuWatt built the Solar Orphan Rescue program specifically for homeowners whose solar installer has gone out of business. We have seen firsthand what happens when companies like SunPower, Titan Solar, and Pink Energy leave their customers stranded. Our program fills the gap those companies left behind.
Free System Assessment
We inspect your entire system — panels, inverters, wiring, racking, and roof penetrations. We identify any existing issues and create a complete system health report.
Warranty Recovery
We contact your panel and inverter manufacturers on your behalf to verify warranty status, register any unregistered equipment, and file warranty claims for faulty components.
Monitoring Setup
We ensure you have direct homeowner access to your monitoring platform. If your old monitoring was proprietary, we set up manufacturer-direct monitoring so you never lose visibility again.
Ongoing Maintenance
Annual system inspections, performance monitoring, cleaning coordination, and priority service for any issues. We become your long-term solar partner — the company your original installer should have been.
Your system still has value. Let us help you protect it.
Whether your installer was SunPower, Titan Solar, Pink Energy, or a local company that quietly closed its doors — NuWatt's Solar Orphan Rescue program can help. Free consultation, no pressure.
Learn About Solar Orphan RescueHow to Avoid This Happening Again
If you are shopping for a new solar system — or helping a friend or family member — here are warning signs that a solar company may not be around for the long haul:
Aggressive door-to-door sales with same-day signing pressure
Promises of federal tax credits that no longer exist
Unrealistically low prices that undercut everyone else by 30%+
No local office or physical presence in your state
Subcontracts all installation to third-party crews
BBB rating below B or dozens of unresolved complaints
No verifiable installations in your area you can visit
Pushes financing products with escalating payments
For a deeper dive into protecting yourself from bad solar contracts, read our guide on predatory solar contracts to watch out for in 2026. And if a solar quote is still showing the 30% federal tax credit, that is a major red flag — here is why.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my solar panels stop working if my installer goes bankrupt?
No. Your solar panels and inverters are independent hardware that will continue generating electricity regardless of your installer's business status. The panels have no connection to the installer's systems. What you lose is the workmanship warranty, production guarantee, and access to any installer-specific monitoring portals. The hardware itself keeps working.
Is my SunPower warranty still valid after their bankruptcy?
It depends on the warranty type. SunPower panel product warranties were transferred to Maxeon Solar Technologies, which acquired the SunPower brand. If you have SunPower-branded panels, Maxeon may honor the product warranty. However, SunPower's installer workmanship warranty is effectively void — neither Maxeon nor Complete Solar (which also went bankrupt) is honoring installation-related claims. Contact Maxeon directly at maxeon.com for product warranty status.
Can I file a claim in the bankruptcy proceedings?
Technically yes, but the recovery is typically minimal. In most solar company bankruptcies, unsecured creditors (which includes warranty claimants) receive pennies on the dollar or nothing at all. Filing a proof of claim with the bankruptcy court is free and worth doing, but do not rely on it for meaningful compensation. Your time is better spent finding a new service provider.
What happens to my solar lease or PPA if the company goes bankrupt?
Solar leases and PPAs are typically owned by a financing entity separate from the installer. When the installer goes bankrupt, the lease/PPA contract is usually assigned to another company. You will continue making payments under the same terms — your monthly payment does not change. Contact your financing company to confirm who is now servicing your agreement and handling maintenance.
How much does it cost to have another company take over my system?
Costs vary depending on your system's condition and what you need. A basic system inspection and health check typically runs $200-$500. Ongoing monitoring and annual maintenance plans range from $150-$400 per year. If your system needs repairs — a failed microinverter, roof leak from improper flashing, or wiring issues — those are quoted separately. NuWatt's Solar Orphan Rescue includes a free initial consultation to assess your system.
Should I contact my state attorney general about my bankrupt solar company?
Yes, especially if the company engaged in deceptive sales practices, left an incomplete installation, or made promises they never intended to keep. State AGs have actively pursued cases against Pink Energy, Titan Solar, and others. Filing a complaint creates a record that may support class action or state enforcement actions. Your state AG's consumer protection division handles these complaints.
Your Solar System Deserves Better
You invested in solar to save money and reduce your energy costs. A bankrupt installer should not take that away from you. NuWatt's Solar Orphan Rescue program gives your system the professional support it needs — inspections, warranty recovery, monitoring, and ongoing maintenance.