Is $43,179 to install a 27.06 kW solar system with Mission 410w panels and Enphase IQ8+ microinverters a fair price?
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I am taking another swing at solar for my home as it seems we are on the verge of losing the tax credit. I am a member of the Houston Switch Together group, which promises high quality lower cost systems based on group buys. I have a whole house generator, so batteries are not needed. I feel like the price is on the high side when compared to other companies, though it has been a while since I had a local installer do a site visit. The price per kWh seems reasonable pre-tax credit, and fantastic post-tax credit. Another company recently quoted me about $8k lower with a higher production value. My roof is not yet 10 years old. My usage based on my own tracking is around 38,000-40,000 kWh per year (dual HVAC, pool, 2 EV, full house). The claimed generation comes fairly close to covering that at 33,000 kWh. My roof has a number of different facets and the orientation, while good, is not ideal for maximum generation. I am unsure if 66 panels can actually fit on my roof.
Quote Details
This quote is for the installation of a 27.06 kW solar system, designed to produce 33,817 kWh annually. The system includes 66 Mission 410w solar panels and Enphase IQ8+ microinverters. The total system price before incentives and tax credit is $63,708.60. The net cost reflects the application of various incentives and a federal tax credit. - System Size: 27.06 kW - Annual Energy Production: 33,817 kWh - Panels: 66 x Mission 410w - Inverters: Enphase IQ8+ Microinverters - Total System Price (before incentives/credit): $63,708.60 - Utility Incentive: $6,239.88 - Company Utility Incentive: $1,610.60 - Discount (B): -$2,025 - Federal Tax Credit: $18,505.08 (30% of total system price, subject to qualified tax professional confirmation of eligibility) - Total Savings: $4,657.50
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Category
Solar
Price
$43,179
Quote Date
June 21, 2025
Location
Texas
Battery Storage?
No
# of Panels
66
System Size (kW)
27.06
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