Solar Contract Cancellation Rights by State: 2026 Guide
Every state has different consumer protection laws that affect your ability to cancel a solar contract. This guide covers cooling-off periods, right-to-cancel laws, and state-specific protections for solar homeowners.
Federal Cooling-Off Period
The FTC's Cooling-Off Rule gives you 3 business days to cancel contracts signed at your home. This applies to door-to-door solar sales.
California
California offers strong consumer protections including a 3-day right to cancel for home solicitation contracts and additional protections under the California Solar Consumer Protection Act.
Florida
Florida's Home Solicitation Sale Act provides a 3-day cancellation period. The state also has specific regulations for solar energy system contracts.
Texas
Texas provides a 3-day right to cancel for home solicitation sales and has additional protections under the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act.
Arizona
Arizona homeowners have a 3-day cooling-off period and can pursue claims under the Arizona Consumer Fraud Act if they were misled.