- Oct 13, 2026: The court’s October 16 claim deadline still stands.
- Aug 7, 2026: The case became a Chapter 7 liquidation, so Freedom Forever is closing for good.
- Apr 2026: Texas announced an investigation into several solar sellers, including Freedom Forever.
What happened to Freedom Forever?
Freedom Forever was based in Temecula, California. It was once the second-largest home solar company in the U.S. In 2026 it ran out of money. It tried to sell itself and failed. Now it is closing for good.
- The Texas Attorney General opens an investigation into Freedom Forever and three other solar companies. The office cites more than 100 complaints.
- Freedom Forever files for bankruptcy in Delaware. It lists $500 million to $1 billion in debts.
- Former workers later sue. They say about 1,600 people lost their jobs without the 60 days’ notice the law requires.
- No buyer steps in. The case becomes a Chapter 7 liquidation. Trustee Alfred T. Giuliano takes over to close the company.
- The court set this date for the meeting of creditors, the people the company owes.
- Last day to file a claim.
The filing gives ranges, not exact numbers. It also said there would likely be no money left for most customers after the case’s costs. One debt: about $114 million owed to Mosaic, a solar lender that went bankrupt too.
Mosaic’s collapse moved many solar loans to new servicers. See the Mosaic bankruptcy guide. Installer was someone else? Use our steps for any failed solar company.
What warning signs did Freedom Forever show before it failed?
Freedom Forever’s slide showed up in public before it filed. Here’s what came first.
- It was the No. 2 home solar installer in the U.S., with about 6.1% of the market, trade press reported from Wood Mackenzie data.
- By the end of the year, its share had dropped to about 3.9%.
- Texas announced an investigation into its sales practices.
- It filed for bankruptcy, listing $500 million to $1 billion in debts.
What should I do right now?
Where does your project stand? Pick one for your next step.
The court lets Freedom Forever’s old lenders hire new crews. They can finish stalled jobs and get them approved to turn on. Ask who is doing the work and when it starts.
How stalled jobs get finishedYour panels still make power. Find your equipment warranties; the panel and inverter makers back them, not Freedom Forever. Keep your monitoring app login.
What warranty still countsTake dated photos. Keep repair quotes. File a claim by October 16.File a claim now; late ones are paid after on-time claims. Then call the equipment maker or a licensed installer.
How to file a claimMoney paid for work never done counts as a claim. Up to $3,800 of it can get priority. Filing online is free. Be realistic: most customers may get little or nothing.
The 3 stepsYour loan or lease is with the finance company, not Freedom Forever. Call your lender before you stop any payment.
Your loan or leaseOnly your lender can say who’s finishing your job. Call it at the number on your statement, and never pay upfront.
Spot the scamHow do I file a Freedom Forever claim, and by when?
Does Freedom Forever owe you money? Maybe a deposit for work it never did, or a repair it never made. If so, a proof of claim is how you ask the court for it. It’s free, you can do it yourself, and the deadline is October 16, 2026.Filing is still free, and you can do it yourself. The deadline was October 16, 2026, but a late claim can still be filed.
- Gather your proofYour contract, receipts or bank statements, the warranty, and photos. Write down what you’re owed and why.
- File online for freeGo to the Delaware bankruptcy court’s claims page. Choose “File a Proof of Claim.” No login needed. Use case number 26-10522.
- Save your claim numberThe court fills in the official form, Form 410, as you go. Then it gives you a claim number. Print it or save it.
- Lenders with collateralPaid from the property they hold a lien on.First
- Costs of the caseThe trustee, lawyers and other case costs.Next
- Workers’ unpaid pay and benefitsUp to set limits per worker.Priority
- Household depositsUp to $3,800 for a home system you never got.Your deposit
- Everyone else who filed on timeMost customer claims, like repairs owed.If money is left
- Late claimsFiled after October 16, 2026.Last
Simplified from federal bankruptcy law (11 U.S.C. 507 and 726). Taxes and a few other debts also have priority. Money runs out from the top down, and the filing said there would likely be none left for most customers.
Who will finish my solar installation now?
Usually, your lender. The court lets Freedom Forever’s old lenders take over stalled jobs. They can hire new crews, finish the work and get systems approved to turn on.
- Credit Human
- EnFin
- EverBright
- GoodLeap
- Participate
- Project Solar
Lenders don’t need to ask the court one by one. They can hire crews, finish installs and get approval to turn systems on. GoodLeap can also take project equipment to finish jobs. EnFin gets back its own hardware.
Ask your lender three things: who is finishing your system, when work starts, and if your payments change while it’s unfinished. Get the answers in writing.
What happens to my Freedom Forever warranty?
Your parts warranties likely still count. Freedom Forever’s own workmanship promise is the one at risk.
- The panel, inverter or battery maker backs it.
- Your contract lists each brand.
- Ask the maker how to file. An installer can help.
- Covered Freedom Forever’s own work: wiring, mounts and roof seals.
- A company in liquidation sends no repair crews.
- File a claim by October 16 for any repair it owes you.File a claim, even late, for any repair it owes you.
Do I keep paying my solar loan or lease now?
Usually, yes. Your loan or lease is a separate deal with a finance company. Freedom Forever closing doesn’t cancel it, and falling behind can still hurt your credit.
- Call your lenderFind its name on your loan papers or statement. Ask what happens to your account now.
- Ask about unfinished workIs your system off? Ask if payments change until it’s on, and who is finishing it.
- Get it in writingSave emails and letters. Answers in writing protect you if there’s a dispute later.
Was your loan from Mosaic? It went bankrupt in 2025, so your loan may have a new servicer. See the Mosaic guide. Loan from Sunlight Financial? See the Sunlight Financial guide.
Who can repair a finished Freedom Forever system?
If your lender is finishing the job, use its crew. For a system that already works, hire a licensed local installer, and pick one that will be around for the next 20 years.
Texas owner? Our Texas solar company rankings use public records only, and no company can pay for a spot. See how we score companies.
How do I avoid scams after a solar bankruptcy?
Freedom Forever left tens of thousands of owners looking for help, and scammers know it. Watch for these three.
- A fee to file your claimFiling your own claim online is free. Paying someone to file it “faster” won’t move you up in line.
- Cash offers for your claimSome buyers offer quick cash for court claims, often far below face value. Read every word before you sign.
- A “new crew” you didn’t hireOnly your lender can say who’s finishing your job. Call it at the number on your statement.
Freedom Forever bankruptcy questions, answered
Is Freedom Forever still in business?
No. Freedom Forever filed for bankruptcy on April 15, 2026. On August 7, 2026, the case became a Chapter 7 liquidation. That means the company is closing. A trustee, Alfred T. Giuliano, is selling what’s left. It is not taking new customers or sending repair crews.
What is the deadline to file a claim against Freedom Forever?
October 16, 2026. It covers customers, former workers and anyone else the company owes, including for deposits and repairs. Filing online is free on the Delaware bankruptcy court’s website, using case number 26-10522. Claims filed after that date are paid after on-time claims.
What if I miss the Freedom Forever claim deadline?
File anyway, as soon as you can. Federal bankruptcy law still pays a late claim, but only after every claim filed on time. Never got notice of the case in time? Then a late claim can be paid along with on-time claims. It just has to be filed in time to be paid. A bankruptcy lawyer or legal aid can check your case.
How do I file a proof of claim against Freedom Forever?
Go to the claims page of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. Choose “File a Proof of Claim.” You don’t need a login. Use case number 26-10522, and attach your contract and receipts. Save your claim number. You can also mail Form 410.
Will I get my deposit back from Freedom Forever?
Maybe not. The filing said there would likely be no money left for most customers after the case’s costs. Still, federal law moves up to $3,800 of a household deposit ahead of most other claims. Check that box on Form 410. The court’s deadline for claims was October 16, 2026, but a late claim can still be filed.
Who will finish my Freedom Forever solar installation?
Usually your lender. The court lets Freedom Forever’s old lenders hire new crews to finish stalled jobs. The lenders the court named include GoodLeap, EverBright, EnFin, Credit Human, Participate and Project Solar. Call your lender and ask who is finishing your system, and when.
Do I still have to pay my solar loan after Freedom Forever went bankrupt?
Usually, yes. Your loan or lease is a separate deal with a finance company, and it survives Freedom Forever’s closing. Call your lender before you stop any payment. Ask if anything changes while your system is unfinished, and get the answer in writing.
Is my Freedom Forever warranty still good?
It depends on which one. Equipment warranties usually come from the panel, inverter or battery makers, so they may still count. The workmanship warranty came from Freedom Forever. A company in liquidation won’t send crews. For any repair it owes you, file a claim with the court.
Who can repair my Freedom Forever solar panels now?
Any licensed local solar installer or electrician. Check the company’s license, record and reviews first. Get a quote in writing. Call your equipment maker about parts under warranty. Save every quote and receipt in case you need them for a claim.
Why did Freedom Forever go bankrupt?
The company told the court that missed payments had been building since a 2025 federal budget law. During its bankruptcy, it tried to sell itself or find an investor. No deal came together. So the case became a liquidation, and the company is closing.
Is Freedom Forever the same company as Freedom Solar?
No. Freedom Forever LLC is the company that went bankrupt. Freedom Solar Power is a different company with a similar name. Even the Texas Attorney General’s April 2026 news release called Freedom Forever “Freedom Solar” for short. So check the full name on your contract before you file.
Was Freedom Forever investigated by the Texas Attorney General?
Yes. On April 3, 2026, the Texas Attorney General sent investigation demands to Freedom Forever and three other solar companies. The office cited more than 100 complaints. It was looking at claims about savings, system performance, warranties and contracts.
How many people did Freedom Forever lay off?
About 1,600, according to two lawsuits filed by former workers. The workers say they lost their jobs around the time of the bankruptcy filing. They say the company didn’t give the 60 days’ notice that the federal WARN Act requires.
How many people does Freedom Forever owe money to?
Court filings estimate Freedom Forever has 50,000 to 100,000 creditors. Most are homeowners, workers and businesses. That’s why filing your own claim matters. In a Chapter 7, the trustee pays only people who file a claim. Watch your mail for court notices too.
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- U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, Claims Information: how to file a proof of claim online or by mail, and the claims help desk.
- U.S. Courts, Official Form 410, Proof of Claim and instructions.
- Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell (Freedom Forever’s bankruptcy counsel), New Chapter 11 Filing for Solar Company, April 20, 2026: the April 15, 2026 filing in Delaware.
- Bondoro, a bankruptcy-records service, Filing Alert: Freedom Forever Chapter 11: case number 26-10522, assets and debts ranges, and the filing’s note on unsecured creditors.
- pv magazine USA, a solar industry trade publication, Freedom Forever bankruptcy converted to Chapter 7 liquidation, key dates set, September 9, 2026: conversion date, trustee, claim deadline, lender relief and the WARN Act lawsuits.
- Texas Attorney General, Attorney General Ken Paxton launches major initiative to combat widespread fraud by companies selling solar panel systems, April 3, 2026.
- Law360, a legal news service, Freedom Forever LLC case coverage: the company’s debts, including about $114 million owed to Mosaic, and its stated cause.
- Solar Mosaic, Chapter 11 announcement, June 6, 2025: Mosaic filed Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas.
- Federal Register (Judicial Conference of the United States), Revision of Certain Dollar Amounts in the Bankruptcy Code, February 4, 2025: the $3,800 consumer deposit priority under 11 U.S.C. 507(a)(7) for cases filed on or after April 1, 2025.
- U.S. Department of Labor, Plant closings and layoffs (WARN Act): the 60-day layoff notice rule and where states post notices.
- Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, PACER, Public Access to Court Electronic Records: search federal court cases, including bankruptcies.
- U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, EDGAR full-text search: public company filings, including going-concern warnings.
- PVTIME (solar trade news), Freedom Forever files for bankruptcy: market share data from Wood Mackenzie.
- WSOC-TV (Charlotte news), Will Pink Energy customers have to pay back loans?: lenders asked to pause payments; Sunlight relief.
- Office of the Law Revision Counsel, U.S. Code, 11 U.S.C. 507, Priorities: who is paid first, including the household deposit priority.
- Office of the Law Revision Counsel, U.S. Code, 11 U.S.C. 726, Distribution of property of the estate: late claims are paid after on-time claims, unless the creditor had no notice in time.
Changelog · last updated October 17, 2026 · 3 updates
- October 17, 2026: The claim deadline passed on October 16, so the page now loads with its late-claim wording instead of switching after it loads. The FAQ answer on the deadline is now in the past tense.
- October 13, 2026: Moved to theday.company/solar-bankruptcy/freedom-forever-bankruptcy; the old address forwards here. Added a quick decision box and next-step links. Added a chart of who gets paid first in a Chapter 7, an answer on missing the claim deadline, Freedom Forever-specific scam signs, and wording that switches by itself after the October 16 deadline. Removed a lease company the court named that we don’t cover.
- October 5, 2026: Page published with the Chapter 7 conversion, the October 16, 2026 claim deadline, the $3,800 deposit priority, the court’s orders letting lenders finish stalled installs, and the warning signs of a solar company in trouble.
How to cite this page: The Day Company, “Freedom Forever went bankrupt. What happens to your solar panels now?”, updated October 17, 2026, https://theday.company/solar-bankruptcy/freedom-forever-bankruptcy.
This guide explains public court records in plain language. It is not legal advice. For your own situation, talk to a bankruptcy lawyer or legal aid. The Day Company is not tied to Freedom Forever, its trustee, any lender or any installer, and no company can pay for placement in this guide.