Is $3,300 to add Solarinsure warranty a fair price?
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I am getting a 53 Jinko 445W system with 2 Tesla powerwalls installed. The installer first included Solarinsure in the quote but is now asking for an additional $3300 because the system doesn't have microinverters and the Tesla Powerwall has a built-in inverter, which they claim makes Solarinsure more expensive. I am questioning if this is true or if the installer is trying to get more money. I am also wondering if I am better off without the warranty, as I've read microinverters break the most, and my system doesn't have any, suggesting less risk.
Quote Details
This quote option is for adding Solarinsure warranty to a solar energy system. - System components: 53 Jinko 445W solar panels, 2 Tesla Powerwalls - Inverter configuration: System does not use microinverters; Tesla Powerwall has a built-in inverter - Reason for cost: Installer states Solarinsure is more expensive for systems without microinverters and with built-in Powerwall inverters.
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Category
Solar
Price
$3,300
Quote Date
November 27, 2025
Battery Storage?
No
# of Panels
53
System Size (kW)
23.585
Warranty (yrs)
23.585
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