Is $42,000 to install a 19.8 kW DC solar system with battery storage a fair price?
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I have a new quote and am looking for advice on it. I'm specifically interested in understanding the significance of the Enphase IQ8X and whether the UL 1741 compliance is important.
Quote Details
This quote is for a complete solar energy system installation with battery storage. The system is designed to meet specific California regulations. - Total System Size: 19.8 kW DC - Solar Panels: 44 x REC Alpha Pure-RX 450 (ProTrust) - Inverters: 44 x Enphase IQ8X - Railing & Mounting: UNIRAC, with a 25-year warranty - Metering: Enphase IQ Meter Collar - System Combiner: Enphase System Combiner 6 - Battery Storage: 2 x Enphase IQ Battery 10C - Compliance: Meets CA Rule 21 (UL 1741-SA) and IEEE 1547:2018 (UL 1741-SB). Note: Meets UL 1741 only when installed with IQ System Controller 2 or 3. - Gross Cost: $60,000 - Estimated Tax Credit: $18,000
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Category
Solar
Price
$42,000
Quote Date
July 3, 2025
Location
California
Battery Storage?
No
# of Panels
44
System Size (kW)
19.8
Warranty (yrs)
25
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