Is $650 to add critter guard to a solar installation a fair price?
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I am finally ready to sign a contract for a solar installation, having worked around HOA issues and homeowner's insurance problems. I am concerned about critter guard because we have squirrels that frequent our roof, especially near where the solar panels will be installed, due to a large oak tree owned by the HOA. While my installer believes it's not strictly necessary as cables will be in conduit, I worry about potential exposed wiring. I'm considering it as a 'just-in-case' measure to protect the system. I need to finalize this decision soon to ensure the installation is completed in time for the tax credit. Based on community feedback, I have decided to add the critter guard to my contract.
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This quote is for the addition of critter guard to a planned solar panel installation. The homeowner is concerned about squirrels, which are present due to a large oak tree next to the house, potentially damaging the solar panel wiring. While the installer initially suggested it might not be necessary due to cables being enclosed in conduit, the homeowner is concerned about possible exposed cable sections. After considering potential disadvantages like trapping leaves, damaging shingles, or complicating re-roofing, the homeowner decided to proceed with the critter guard based on community advice. - Purpose: Protect solar panel wiring from squirrels and other critters - Rationale: Presence of squirrels on the roof near the planned solar panel installation - Installer's initial view: Critter guard likely unnecessary due to cables being enclosed in conduit - Homeowner's concern: Potential for exposed cable sections despite conduit - Decision: Homeowner opted to add critter guard to the contract
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