How to Cancel a Solar Contract in New Jersey (2026 Guide)
New Jersey is one of the largest solar markets in the Northeast. Solar installations are home improvement contracts, which come with a cancellation right.
Your right to cancel in New Jersey
- Home improvement contracts over $500 must be in writing and include a bold notice that you can cancel within three business days after receiving a copy of the contract.
- The notice must explain how to send your cancellation. If your contract doesn't have it, ask an attorney how that affects your rights.
New Jersey solar rules to know
- Home improvement contractors must be registered with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs. Check your installer's registration.
- Problems with net metering or interconnection go to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities.
Missed the deadline?
You may still have options, such as a buyout, a transfer when you sell, or a claim if the sale involved misrepresentation. Read how to cancel a solar contract and signs you were misled. If your payment rises every year, try our solar payment calculator.
Where to complain in New Jersey
| Agency | For |
|---|---|
| NJ Division of Consumer Affairs | Home improvement and sales complaints |
| NJ Board of Public Utilities | Net metering and utility issues |
| Consumer Financial Protection Bureau | Problems with a solar loan or lender |
See also: how to file a complaint that gets a response.
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This page is general information, not legal advice. Laws change and their application depends on your contract and the facts of your sale. Talk to a licensed attorney in New Jersey.