The South Carolina laws consumer protection firms look at first in residential solar cases: the state's deceptive practices statute, its door to door sales cancellation law, and any law written for solar sales. General information, not legal advice, with the official source for each.
From official sources, checked October 14, 2026. General information, not legal advice.
South Carolina's home solicitation rule gives buyers 3 business days to cancel, but it covers only consumer credit sales, not cash sales.
S.C. Code 37-2-501 to 37-2-505The Department of Consumer Affairs solar regulation published in 2021 sets marketing rules for solar sellers and lead generators and requires a signed written agreement with standard disclosures, a 10 calendar day right to cancel, and a 3 calendar day wait before signing for in home sales to consumers 70 or older. Confirm the current text with the Department.
S.C. Code Regs. 28-78 (Department of Consumer Affairs solar regulation, published 2021)Directs regulators to write disclosure rules for the sale or lease of renewable generation facilities and lets the Office of Regulatory Staff investigate, fine up to $2,500 per violation and void agreements.
S.C. Code 58-27-2660Homeowners can file complaints with the South Carolina Attorney General. Attorney General consumer complaints
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