Compare Solar Leasing Offers
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| Solar Leasing Companies |
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| Length of Lease |
10 years (with 10 year extension option) |
10 to 20 years (with 5 year extension option) |
20 years (with 5 year extension option) |
20 years |
| Minimum Credit Score |
None! |
680 |
700 -730. Under 730 a deposit can be required. |
680 |
| Annual Lease Increase |
None – 0% |
2.50% |
3.90% |
2.9% with the option to buy down |
| Lower Electricity Costs |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Increase Home Value |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Deposit |
No deposit or front end fees |
$0 Down Option |
$0 – $4000 |
$0 Down Option, unless buying down escalator |
| Free Installation |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes, but in some cases a charge applies |
| Free Maintenance |
Included |
Included |
Included |
Included |
| Free Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Insurance |
Included |
Included |
Included |
Included |
| Performance Guarantee |
Included |
Included |
Premium |
Included |
| Pre-Paid Lease |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ownership Option |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Option to Renew |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Free Re-Location for Re-roofing or move to new home |
Yes |
No |
No |
No |
| Cancellation policy |
$500 – $1000 depending on size of system. |
Can pre-pay remainder of lease or purchase system after Year 6. |
Must pre-pay the remainder of the lease. |
Must purchase System |
| Referral Program |
Can zero out your monthly bill |
Promotions, typically $500 |
None |
One month of electric for free |