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Is $26,000 to install a 9.1kW solar panel system a fair price?

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I received a quote for a 9.1kW solar system. My total electric consumption last year was 19600 kWh based on BGE. The individuals I spoke with were not Americans but indicated they were based out of Dallas, Texas, which seemed a bit strange. The price seems okay, but they are a bit high-pressure, which turns me off. However, the price is better than other quotes I've received. For reference, other local quotes for similar-sized systems (with varying panel types like Q Cell/Enphase and Hyundai/Solar Edge) were $46,000 and $22,000 respectively. These companies had good, non-pushy salesmen and their demonstrations were very professional. The other Enphase quote was more than double Solar SME's, which seemed wild. I lean towards Enphase after getting certified in it and preferring smaller AC circuits over large DC volts running from the roof. I'm looking for advice on whether to keep looking or settle, as I'm also considering DIY to shorten the payoff, but electrical permits and net metering can be a pain.

Quote Details

This quote is for the installation of a 9.1 kW solar panel system, including all necessary components and warranties. The system is designed to offset a significant portion of the homeowner's annual electricity consumption. - System Size: 9.1 kW - Inverters: Enphase IQ8H - Solar Panels: 455-watt Canadian Solar panels - Mounting: Ironing rails and Flashfoot mounts - Combiner: Combiner 6C - Inclusions: Solar insurance and standard warranties

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Category

Solar

Price

$26,000

Quote Date

July 18, 2025

Location

Maryland

Battery Storage?

No

# of Panels

20

System Size (kW)

9.1

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