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Installer shutdown · Arizona: ADT closed its solar division. What happens to its customers?

If the company that installed your solar panels goes out of business, you might be wondering what happens next. News of ADT closing its solar division has left many customers with pressing concerns about warranties and support. SolarFIX Protect is here to provide clarity.

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Key considerations

When solar companies close

Four steps to keep your system covered and running after your installer exits the market.

  1. 1Review your contract
  2. 2Call the manufacturer
  3. 3Keep your documents
  4. 4Get support
  1. 01 · Step 1

    Review your contract

    Understand the terms of your solar lease, loan or warranty.

    • Lease or loan

      Know who you pay and what you owe.

    • Workmanship warranty

      What your installer promised to cover.

    • Production guarantee

      Whether your contract includes one.

    • Who to contact

      Any service contact listed in the contract.

    Homeowner thinking through next steps
  2. 02 · Step 2

    Contact the manufacturer

    Most panel and equipment warranties are handled by manufacturers, not the installer.

    • Panels

      Covered by the panel maker's warranty.

    • Inverters

      Covered by the inverter maker's warranty.

    • Racking and mounting

      Also major components under manufacturer coverage.

    • Confirm it's on file

      Make sure your warranty is registered.

    Inverter screen on a home solar system
  3. 03 · Step 3

    Keep documentation handy

    Store contracts, warranties and receipts somewhere easy to reach.

    • Contracts

      Your purchase, lease or loan agreement.

    • Warranties

      Workmanship and manufacturer paperwork.

    • Receipts

      Proof of what was installed and when.

    • Equipment list

      Panel and inverter models help any technician.

    Arizona home with rooftop solar panels
  4. 04 · Step 4

    Seek professional support

    Companies like SolarFIX bridge the gap, offering maintenance and support when your original provider is gone.

    • Maintenance

      Routine inspections to complex fixes.

    • Repairs

      Minor issues fixed on the spot, options for anything larger.

    • Monitoring

      24/7 monitoring with monthly reports.

    • Upgrades

      Off-grid AC, battery backups and more.

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What ADT said

ADT's warranties: what you need to know

ADT has committed to honoring its warranties despite shutting down its solar division.

The news · 1/5

ADT closed its solar division

The solar industry is going through significant turbulence. ADT closing its solar division left many customers with questions about warranties and support.

ADT going out of business

Why companies close

Common reasons

  • Profit over quality while chasing government subsidies
  • Mergers or acquisitions that discontinue solar divisions
  • Inexperienced or poorly managed companies
  • Contractors without a solar-specific focus exiting the market
  • Poor customer service and low-quality equipment

Choosing a solar partner

What to look for

  • Positive customer reviews and recommendations
  • Industry certifications and comprehensive insurance
  • A solid track record of at least five years in business
  • High-quality materials and transparent pricing
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What we can help with

Protecting your investment with SolarFIX Protect

We understand the challenges homeowners face when a solar provider exits the market. We maintain, repair and optimize systems installed by other providers.

01

Extended workmanship warranty

A 5-year extended workmanship warranty, with a yearly assessment.

02

Free yearly assessment

Full inspection, assessment report and 1 hour of service ($295 value). Minor issues fixed on the spot, detailed options for anything larger.

03

Monitoring that alerts you

24/7 monitoring and monthly reports. If anything goes wrong, we notify you with a game plan.

04

VIP priority service

Scheduling priority over non-members.

05

10% member discount

On all products and services, including off-grid AC, upgrades, repairs and battery backups. Plus member-only deals.

06

Loyalty points

+10 points each month of active monitoring, redeemable toward service calls, cleanings, batteries, generators and more.

Learn about SolarFIX Protect

Trust SolarFIX Protect to keep your solar investment bright

SolarFIX Protect is built for homeowners whose original installer is gone or not responding. Between real-time monitoring, warranty support and on-the-ground maintenance, we keep orphaned systems running the way they were designed to. SolarFIX offers solar repair, inspection, removal and reinstall, and monitoring throughout the Phoenix metro for systems installed by any provider.

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