Buying a Poway or Escondido home with solar? A home inspection covers the panels, the roof under them, and the wiring — but who owns the system (owned vs. leased) and which NEM billing rate transfers are the questions that decide whether solar is an asset or a headache. Here's what to check in 2026.

In 2026, roof age, old electrical panels, and Zone Zero defensible space are getting San Diego homes declined by insurers — sometimes days before closing. Here's how a home inspection flags all three before it kills your deal.