Vision Solar Has Shut Down: What Homeowners Should Do About Their Contract
If you signed with Vision Solar and can no longer reach the company, this guide is for you. The New Jersey installer reportedly filed for bankruptcy and stopped operating, leaving many homeowners unsure who is now responsible for their system.
Before going further, one important clarification: this article concerns Vision Solar, LLC of Blackwood, New Jersey specifically. Several unrelated companies use the name "Vision Solar" in other states, and this guidance does not apply to those separate businesses.
What happened to Vision Solar?
According to reports, Vision Solar, LLC — the New Jersey (Blackwood, NJ) residential installer — filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the District of New Jersey, with coverage appearing in late 2023 and early 2024. That reporting described roughly $8 million in assets against roughly $119 million in liabilities.
The company reportedly collapsed amid dozens of legal actions. These reportedly included a Connecticut Attorney General suit and a Federal Trade Commission action concerning high-pressure sales and unpermitted work. A Chapter 7 liquidation generally leaves no successor servicer to continue the business.
What this means for your contract and system
Because Chapter 7 is a liquidation, the service and workmanship commitments made by Vision Solar may be very difficult to enforce. Your financing, however, is usually a separate matter. A loan or lease is generally held by a third-party lender, and that agreement typically continues even though the installer is gone.
If your installation was left incomplete, or if a lien or UCC filing was recorded against your home, those details matter. Our overview of UCC-1 solar liens explains how such filings can affect a future home sale and why a title check may be worthwhile.
What grounds or options may be available
Every situation is different, but homeowners in this position often review a few possible paths. Depending on the facts, options may include disputing charges with a lender, pursuing manufacturer warranties on the equipment itself, or seeking a review of how the sale and financing were handled.
- Whether the system was fully installed, permitted, and operating as promised
- Whether disclosures about savings, costs, or financing were accurate
- Whether any equipment warranty may still run through the manufacturer
- Whether a lien or UCC filing is clouding your property title
For a broader picture of what happens when an installer disappears, see our guide on a bankrupt solar company and missing servicer warranty.
Should you stop making payments?
It is natural to feel that you should stop paying for a system that is not being supported. Even so, we generally advise homeowners not to stop making payments without first getting professional guidance. Your loan is usually a separate legal obligation, and missing payments could affect your credit. Our article on whether canceling solar may hurt your credit covers why this decision should be reviewed carefully first.
What to do now
- Confirm you are dealing with the New Jersey Vision Solar, LLC and not a similarly named company elsewhere.
- Gather your sales agreement, any loan or lease documents, and warranty paperwork.
- Identify who holds your financing and confirm the account status.
- Record the make and model of your equipment so you can check manufacturer warranties.
- Have your situation reviewed by a professional before making any decisions about payments.
You do not have to figure this out on your own. Call (385) 490-8606 or request a free consultation — free, no obligation, Mon–Sat 8AM–7PM MT. You can also explore our hub of solar companies that are out of business for related guidance.
Utah Solar Exit connects homeowners with licensed professionals and is not a law firm; this article is general information, not legal advice about any specific company or contract.