Houston, Texas — The International Association for Business Excellence (IABE) is proud to announce that Solar Equity Solutions has been named a recipient of the 2026 IABE National Excellence Award. The Houston-based solar consumer advocacy company has been recognized for outstanding performance across the United States, a distinction IABE reserves for organizations that meet its standards at a national level.
Congratulations to the entire team at Solar Equity Solutions. For homeowners searching for help with a solar contract, a way out of an unfair solar lease or loan, or a company that is on their side, this recognition is a strong signal that Solar Equity Solutions has been independently evaluated and found to meet national standards.
Solar Equity Solutions at a Glance
- Company: Solar Equity Solutions (Solar World LLC, doing business as Solar Equity Solutions)
- Headquarters: 13333 Northwest Freeway, Suite 530, Houston, Texas 77040
- Second office: 5 Hutton Centre Drive, Suite 1200, Santa Ana, California 92707
- Phone: 855-363-7652
- Email: Info@solarequitysolutions.com
- Website: solarequitysolutions.com
- Focus: Helping homeowners terminate solar contracts they say were misrepresented or unfairly sold, working alongside independent attorneys
- Founded: January 2020, according to the company
- Free tools: A free contract review and qualification assessment, a Solar Cost Calculator, a news page, and a library of educational guides
- Serving: Homeowners across the United States
A National Award That Is Not Given Lightly
IABE recognizes organizations at four levels: City, Regional, National, and International. The National Excellence Award sits near the top of that list. It is one of the highest awards offered through IABE, and it validates that an organization has met the association’s standards at a national level. IABE’s recipient page describes Solar Equity Solutions as one of the best in the nation.
The award is earned, not handed out. Every applicant is evaluated against five core standards: Digital Presence, Customer Reputation, Operational Standing, Industry Tenure, and Professional Integrity. IABE states that only a fraction of the organizations it evaluates meet the standards, and applicants who fall short are not approved. Solar Equity Solutions met all five standards in the 2026 evaluation period.
The Problem Solar Equity Solutions Was Built to Solve
Residential solar was sold as a win for homeowners: lower bills, tax benefits, and a cleaner future. For many families, the reality turned out differently. Payments did not match what they were told. Promised savings never showed up. Loans came with terms they did not fully understand, and some homeowners discovered liens or filings on their homes they had never been clearly told about.
According to the company’s own story, Solar Equity Solutions was founded in January 2020 in response to exactly this pattern. It began as a solar advocacy and consumer education effort, helping homeowners understand how solar financing works and what questions to ask before signing. But as more homeowners came to the company with problems instead of questions, and the same issues kept appearing across different states, installers, and lenders, the team made a decision. Education alone was no longer enough. So the company shifted its focus, not away from solar, but toward protecting the homeowners who had been harmed.
Today the company says its mission is to help families regain control from solar contracts they were misled into signing. It is explicit about which side it is on: it does not sell solar systems, and it does not represent installers or lenders. Its work exists solely on the consumer side.
Why Solar Equity Solutions Earned National Excellence
Digital Presence: A Website That Teaches Before It Asks for Anything
A homeowner stuck with a solar contract usually starts with a late-night search and a lot of questions. Solar Equity Solutions meets them with real information. Its website offers:
- A free qualification assessment that takes a few questions about whether you leased or financed your system, how the sale started, and what you pay each month, so homeowners can see whether they may be eligible for help.
- A Solar Cost Calculator designed to show the true math behind a solar agreement, including rate escalators and fees that are easy to miss.
- A library of educational guides, including state-by-state articles on whether solar panels are worth it and a guide on what solar company bankruptcies mean for homeowners who find their contract handed to a new servicer.
- A news page with the company’s media coverage and press announcements.
- Clear pages for About Us, Services, Our Story, and FAQs.
- An active presence on Google, Trustpilot, and social platforms including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, X, and YouTube.
That is a digital presence built to inform, which is exactly what IABE’s first standard looks for.
Customer Reputation: Client Voices That Sound Like Real Experiences
The company’s website displays a feed of Google reviews, verified by a review platform, from clients who describe their experiences in plain language. Common themes include honest communication, realistic expectations, and a team that listens before it talks. One reviewer said they appreciated that the company did not make unrealistic promises and explained what could and could not be done. Another described feeling that their case mattered and that they never had to chase anyone down for answers. Another told the story of a home sale that was stalled by a solar lease and a lien, and said the team worked with their real estate attorney to help clear the path to closing. The company also points visitors to its Trustpilot page and its Consumer Ratings Institute profile.
Operational Standing: A Real Company With Real Offices and a Public Record
Solar Equity Solutions operates from a Houston headquarters and a Santa Ana, California office, with a published phone number, email address, and mailing addresses. It displays a Better Business Bureau profile, publishes its privacy policy, terms and conditions, and refund, return, and cancellation policy, and publishes a plain disclosure about what it is and is not. It lists a dedicated leadership team, including Josie Garcia, Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Client Services, and Jeff Armstrong, Chief Marketing Officer. These are the marks of a legitimately operating business.
Industry Tenure: Deep Roots in Solar and a Fast-Growing Track Record
The company says its team includes solar industry veterans who know how deceptive sales strategies work from the inside, working with licensed independent attorneys. It has assisted more than 5,000 homeowners. That is a lot of ground covered in a short time, and it reflects how great the demand for this kind of help has become.
Professional Integrity: Honest About What It Is and What It Can Do
In an industry where consumers have often been misled, honest disclosure matters most. Solar Equity Solutions publishes it plainly on its own website:
- It is not a law firm. The company states that it works with independent attorneys and an experienced cancellation team, and that its materials are for general information and are not legal advice.
- It is candid about outcomes. The company states that not all solar contracts qualify for cancellation, that every case presents unique challenges, and that individual results may vary.
- It does not take a side on your payments. The company says it does not suggest, advise, or sanction either the payment or non-payment of any financial obligation, and it encourages homeowners facing financial hardship to talk to their solar company or lender about hardship programs first.
- It explains its fees. The company says it charges one clear fee with no surprise charges, and that homeowners will know the cost before the work begins.
Honesty about limits is the foundation of trust, and it is a big reason this company stood out.
How Solar Equity Solutions Helps Homeowners
The company describes a simple three-step process:
- Free review and qualification. A quick, no-pressure conversation about your contract and payments, so the team can determine whether your circumstances may qualify based on misrepresentation or deceptive sales practices.
- Attorney review and legal strategy. Independent attorneys review your file to identify misrepresentations, violations, and unfair terms, and explain your rights and options in plain English.
- The team handles communication. The company and your assigned independent attorney take over communication with the solar company and lender, negotiate on your behalf, and work to protect you from harassment or retaliation.
Its services, as the company describes them, include:
Solar contract termination. Help challenging solar leases, power purchase agreements (PPAs), and loans, including contracts where the standard cancellation window has already closed, by examining misrepresentations, hidden terms, and consumer law issues.
Solar misrepresentation disputes. Help building a case where savings were overstated, financing terms were not properly disclosed, verbal promises were not honored, or the system underperforms.
Refund and recovery assistance. In some cases, working through independent attorneys to negotiate with solar companies and lenders for refunds, settlement credits, and credit dispute assistance.
In the News: A Voice in the National Conversation
Solar Equity Solutions has become a regular voice in consumer media. Recent coverage listed on its news page includes:
- Forbes. A Forbes article by contributor TerDawn DeBoe, published October 15, 2026, features Solar Equity Solutions and Josie Garcia. The piece asks what a business owes a customer who doesn’t fully understand a deal, and it offers three simple tests for any solar customer: what is the total cost, who owns the asset, and what happens if you sell, move, or stop paying.
- Consumer News TV. Josie Garcia was featured in a September 2026 interview about the challenges homeowners face with residential solar contracts.
- The Los Angeles Tribune. A September 2026 article on homeowner rights and getting out of a solar contract that isn’t delivering what was promised.
- South Florida Reporter. A profile on the story behind the company.
- The Insider Weekly. The company displays recognition as a finalist for best solar consumer protection advocate of 2026. Read the Insider Weekly feature here.
It also holds a profile with the Consumer Ratings Institute and a business profile with the Better Business Bureau. Coverage and recognition like this, from outlets that reach homeowners where they already look for answers, is a sign of a company that is well known and well regarded.
What Homeowners Can Do Right Now
If your solar agreement doesn’t feel like what you were sold, you are not alone. Here are some simple first steps:
- Gather your documents. Your signed agreement, financing paperwork, any proposals or savings estimates you were given, utility bills from before and after installation, and notes on what you remember being told.
- Ask the three questions. What is my total cost over the full term? Who owns the system? What happens if I sell my home, move, or can’t keep up with payments?
- Try the Solar Cost Calculator to see the real numbers.
- Take the free qualification assessment on the Solar Equity Solutions homepage, or call 855-363-7652.
- Explore the FAQs for answers about eligibility, timelines, credit, and what happens to your panels.
If you are struggling with payments, the company also recommends talking to your solar company or lender first to see whether they have a hardship program.
Frequently Asked Questions About Solar Equity Solutions
What is Solar Equity Solutions?
It is a Houston-based solar consumer advocacy company that works with independent attorneys to help homeowners terminate solar contracts they say were misrepresented or unfairly sold.
What award did Solar Equity Solutions win?
The 2026 IABE National Excellence Award, one of the highest awards offered through the International Association for Business Excellence.
Is Solar Equity Solutions a law firm?
No. The company states that it is not a law firm and that it works with independent attorneys. Nothing on its website is legal advice.
Does the company sell solar systems?
No. The company says it does not sell solar systems and does not represent installers or lenders. Its work is solely on the consumer side.
Can it cancel any solar contract?
Not necessarily. The company states that not all solar contracts qualify and that every case is different, which is why it begins with a free review.
Can I cancel if my cancellation window has passed?
The company says that homeowners may still be able to challenge a contract based on misrepresentation, breach of contract, or consumer law violations, even if the standard window has closed. Eligibility is determined by independent attorneys.
Could I get money back?
According to the company, in some cases evidence of misrepresentation can lead to partial refunds, credits, or settlement offers. Every situation is different.
How do I get started?
Take the free assessment at solarequitysolutions.com, call 855-363-7652, or email Info@solarequitysolutions.com.
Why This Recognition Matters
Choosing who to trust with a solar contract is a high-stakes decision, especially for homeowners who feel they were misled the first time. An independent evaluation of a company’s digital presence, customer reputation, operational standing, industry tenure, and professional integrity gives homeowners one more reliable reference point. For Solar Equity Solutions, the National Excellence Award is a milestone that reflects fast growth, a consumer-first mission, and a consistent effort to be honest about what it can and cannot do.
Congratulations again to everyone at Solar Equity Solutions on earning the 2026 IABE National Excellence Award.
Learn More
Read the full recipient profile for Solar Equity Solutions on the IABE website, visit the company at solarequitysolutions.com, or learn more about the International Association for Business Excellence on the IABE homepage and its About Us page.
Is your organization operating at this standard? The IABE Excellence Award is open for application at no cost, and you can apply for consideration here.
