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Solar Quote Comparison Tool
EnergySage and SolarReviews push leads — we help you compare the numbers first. Enter installer quotes, see cost per watt vs. your state, spot red flags, then decide if you want more bids.
Solar Quote Comparison
Enter up to 3 installer quotes — we normalize cost per watt, net price, and payback vs. Texas benchmarks. No sales calls.
Quote A
Net cost (+ soft)
$14,150
Payback
10.1 yrs
30% ITC check
$5,550
Quote B
Net cost (+ soft)
$15,900
Payback
11.8 yrs
30% ITC check
$6,300
- $3.50/W is above Texas market high ($3.05/W) — negotiate or compare more bids.
Quote C
Net cost (+ soft)
$12,960
Payback
8.6 yrs
30% ITC check
$5,040
Quick verdict
- Lowest net cost: Quote C at $12,960
- Price alone ≠ best deal — compare equipment warranties, production guarantee, and installer reviews before signing.
Why homeowners use this instead of lead forms
- No call flood — compare quotes privately before sharing your phone number
- Soft costs included — permits and interconnection often add $1,000–$3,500 (competitors skip this)
- State benchmark — see if $/W is fair for your market, not a national average
- Red-flag alerts — unusually low $/W or optimistic payback gets flagged
What to enter from each installer proposal
- Total installed cost before incentives
- System size in kW DC
- Estimated incentives (30% ITC + state rebates)
- Projected first-year savings (from their production estimate)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is cost per watt calculated?
Cost per watt = total system price ÷ (system kW × 1,000). Compare $/W before incentives to normalize different system sizes. A $18,000 6 kW system = $3.00/W.
What are soft costs?
Permits ($200–$500), utility interconnection ($50–$400), and roof repairs ($0–$3,500) are often excluded from initial quotes. Our slider adds a realistic buffer.
Is a low cost per watt always better?
No — unusually low $/W may mean Tier-2 panels, missing monitoring, or change-order risk. We flag quotes below your state market floor.
Should I still get quotes from installers?
Yes — use this tool first to understand fair pricing, then get 3+ local bids. Optional: use our quote page when ready — we prioritize education over lead spam.