Is $65,500 to install a solar and battery system with Enphase microinverters a fair price?
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I’m in Southern California (SCE territory), where outages during high-wind events and fire season are a concern. I already have an EV, so I’m aiming for backup plus good long-term value.
Quote Details
This proposal is for a solar and battery system featuring Enphase microinverters. The system includes: - Panels: 27 x 440W - Battery: Tesla Powerwall 3 + Expansion Pack (27 kWh total) - Inverter: Enphase IQ8A Microinverters - Electrical Panel Upgrade: To 225A (included in cost) - Annual Production Estimate: ~17,250 kWh Cost Breakdown: - Solar: $35,000 - Battery: $26,000 - Panel Upgrade: $4,500
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Category
Solar
Price
$65,500
Quote Date
August 11, 2025
Location
California
Battery Storage?
No
# of Panels
27
System Size (kW)
11.88
Warranty (yrs)
25
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