Is $30,730 to install a solar panel system a fair price?
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I'm adding an oven and washer/dryer downstairs next month, which is why the system is sized for 115% of our current use. The quote is for $30,730 pre-tax credit with a 3.99% financing rate. I'm looking for opinions on whether this price is fair.
Quote Details
Installation of a solar panel system with the following specifications: - System Size: 7.6 kW - Number of Panels: 19 - Panel Make/Model: Tier 1 Solar Panel 400 Watt Blade - Inverters: Enphase IQ8+ micro inverters (one per panel) - Estimated First-Year Energy Production: 10,839 kWh - Estimated Annual Energy Production Degradation: 0.05% - Panel Positioning: Back of home, South & East facing - System Offset: Designed to cover 115% of current energy use - Cost per Watt: $2.90/watt
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Category
Solar
Price
$30,730
Quote Date
July 17, 2025
# of Panels
19
System Size (kW)
7.6
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