We are independent solar consultants who work exclusively for homeowners. We don't sell solar, we don't sell your information, and we never will. Our only job is to give you the real numbers.
Most solar "advisors" earn commissions for selling you a system. We earn our fee by telling you the truth — even when the truth is that solar isn't right for your home.
Solar Forensic Consulting Group was founded by a veteran of both the technology and solar industries who spent years watching homeowners get taken advantage of from the inside — inflated production estimates designed to close the sale, hidden financing fees buried in contracts, and system designs that prioritized the installer's profit over the homeowner's savings.
After years of seeing the same patterns repeat — contracts where lender fees added $20,000–$30,000 that were never disclosed, production guarantees based on numbers that were physically impossible for the roof, and system sizes quietly reduced after signing without a corresponding price reduction — we decided someone needed to be on the homeowner's side of the table.
You may notice we don't plaster our names and faces on this website. That's intentional. Our team includes professionals who still work in the solar industry. Exposing the tactics that predatory solar companies use to take advantage of homeowners is not exactly a career-friendly move. We keep our identities confidential to protect ourselves from industry retaliation — and to protect you. When an installer or lender finds out a homeowner hired an independent consultant, the dynamics change. Our anonymity ensures that our analysis stays objective and that no one can pressure us to soften our findings.
What we will put our name on is our work. Our team brings over 35 years of combined experience in technology and solar — not as salespeople, but as analysts who understand the engineering, the math, and the financial structures that solar companies use. We know how the numbers are calculated, we know where the fees are hidden, and we know exactly what questions to ask because we've seen it all from the other side.
That's why this company exists. Not to sell you solar. Not to steer you toward a particular installer. But to make sure that when you make a decision about solar, it's based on the real numbers — not a sales pitch.
Whether you're just curious, ready to buy, about to sign, or already installed — our team provides clear, unbiased analysis backed by real math. Unlike a solar company's "free quote," our work is paid for by you, which means it's done for you.
Thinking about solar? Before you talk to a single installer, let us review your roof. We use satellite imagery and shading analysis to send you a personalized written assessment covering orientation, shading, and a clear yes/no/maybe recommendation.
Want real numbers before talking to installers? Upload 12 months of electric bills and we produce a detailed report showing the optimal system size, projected production, financial payback, and whether solar actually makes financial sense for you.
About to sign a solar contract? Let our team review it first. We analyze production promises, pricing, hidden fees, financing terms, and dealer markups that most homeowners never catch. We find the problems before they cost you thousands.
Already have solar but something doesn't feel right? Our forensic audit digs into your contract, system monitoring data, and billing history to determine if you received what was promised. Every discrepancy is documented with the math to back it up.
Everything in the Forensic Audit, plus hands-on support to take you from report to resolution. Includes a live consultation walkthrough, follow-up analysis when the installer or lender pushes back, and 90 days of ongoing expert support.
Every report is unique to the homeowner's situation. These redacted samples show the level of detail and analysis included in our work. All identifying information has been removed to protect our clients' privacy.
A complete assessment including system sizing analysis, real-world production estimates, full financial breakdown, and an independent review of proposed contract terms, hidden fees, and lender markups.
A forensic audit for a homeowner whose system was underperforming. Includes contract vs. actual production comparisons, hidden fee analysis, monitoring data review, and a complete financial impact assessment.
Getting started takes less than five minutes.
Select the service level that matches where you are in your solar journey.
Upload your electric bills, contracts, and/or monitoring credentials. We handle the rest securely.
Our team produces a detailed, independent report with real numbers, clear findings, and actionable recommendations.
Upload your documents below and our team will begin your analysis. We typically deliver reports within 3–5 business days.
Electric bills, contracts, monitoring screenshots — whatever you have
Enter your address and email below. A member of our team will personally review your roof using satellite imagery and send you a written assessment covering your roof orientation, estimated shading, and a clear yes/no/maybe recommendation — completely free, no sales pitch, no follow-up calls.
⏱ We'll respond within 1–2 business days. We will never share your email with anyone.
Absolutely not. Solar Forensic Consulting Group does not sell solar installations, solar equipment, or any solar-related products. We do not sell your contact information to installers or anyone else. Our only source of revenue is our consulting fees. This independence is what allows us to give you unbiased advice — including telling you not to get solar if it doesn't make financial sense.
Our team includes professionals who currently work in the solar industry. Publicly exposing the predatory tactics that some solar companies use — hidden lender fees, inflated production guarantees, undisclosed markups — puts us at real risk of industry retaliation. We keep our identities confidential to protect ourselves and to protect you. Our anonymity ensures that no installer, lender, or financing company can pressure us to change our findings. We understand this may raise questions, and that's fair — which is why we let our work speak for itself. Review our sample reports and judge us by the quality and depth of our analysis, not a headshot.
We'll tell you. That's one of the things that makes us different. Many solar companies will try to sell you a system even when the numbers don't work. If our assessment shows that solar won't save you money or that your roof isn't suitable, we tell you directly and explain why. That honesty is what you're paying for.
Our reports provide detailed, factual analysis of contracts, system performance, and financial impact — documented with verifiable math and data. Many clients have found our reports useful when pursuing dispute resolution. However, we are not attorneys and our reports do not constitute legal advice. We recommend sharing our report with a qualified attorney if you are considering legal action.
Most reports are delivered within 3–5 business days after we receive all required documents. Complex forensic audits may take slightly longer depending on the amount of data involved. The free roof check is typically returned within 1–2 business days.
A forensic audit is designed for homeowners who already have solar installed and suspect they aren't getting what was promised. We dig into your original contract terms, actual system monitoring data, and your complete billing history — both before and after installation. We compare what was promised against what was delivered, calculate the real financial impact, and document every discrepancy with supporting math. This level of analysis is what you need when holding an installer or financing company accountable.
The Full Accountability Package includes everything in our Forensic System Audit, plus hands-on support for the entire dispute process. You get a live one-on-one video consultation where we walk you through every finding, a follow-up analysis after the installer or lender responds (they always push back and twist the numbers), 90 days of ongoing email support, and an updated final report incorporating any new information. It's designed for homeowners who want an expert standing next to them through the entire process, not just the initial report.
Yes. All documents and personal information you share with us are treated as strictly confidential. We do not share, sell, or distribute your data to any third parties — ever. Your information is used solely for the purpose of preparing your assessment or report.
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