Is $51,000 to install a 9.66 kW solar system with 20 kW battery backup a fair price?
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I've been quoted 50k for a whole home option. I'm a beginner to this but it seems high, any advice on whether this is a fair price? Part of me feels like getting a DIY solution going, but electrical and installation work just seems like it should be done by the pros, no?
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Finalized Solar Quote #2 including Enphase Microinverters and Enphase Batteries. - System size: 9.66 kW solar + (4) 5 kW Batteries (Whole Home Backup 20 kW) - Solar Panels: 21 REC Alpha Pure Rx 460w Black solar panels - 25 year output warranty: 92% energy production guarantee at year 25 - 25 year materials warranty - 25 year labor warranty - Microinverters: 21 Enphase IQ8X microinverters (25 year warranty) - Enphase Combiner 5 is included - Batteries: 4 Enphase 5P batteries (15 year warranty) - Enphase System Controller 3 is included with WHOLE HOME BACKUP - 4 Enphase 5P batteries are included for continuous output of 15.36 kW. - Note: Please send a picture of the sticker on your AC unit to see if we can get away with 3 batteries. - Note: Permitting fees are added after passing final city inspection - Workmanship Warranty: Industry-leading 40 year - 40 year guarantee on quality installation/labor - 40 year guarantee on properly sealed roof penetrations
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Category
Solar
Price
$51,000
Quote Date
May 16, 2025
Battery Storage?
No
System Size (kW)
9.66
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