How much does solar panel repair cost?
Solar repairs run the gamut from quick fixes to multi-day repairs and knowing what you’re in for will help you navigate pricing and costs from repair your solar photovoltaic system.
Generally speaking, most service companies will charge a flat fee to come and assess the problem, and then charge a time and material fee for the repair.
What goes into the price?
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Complexity. If it’s a single micro inverter replacement, on a flat roof, that’s easily accessible it is not going to be an expensive repair. If it’s a full removal and reinstallation because of a leak or a reroof, on a 45 degree pitched roof, it will be on the more expensive side.
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Time. The contractor will need to determine if it is a one technician or two technician repair
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Materials. New fuses are inexpensive, but a new inverter that isn’t covered under the manufacturer warranty would be a big investment.
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Equipment: Most visits will not required sophisticated tools, but certain scopes of work like thermal imaging, shade analysis, and insulation resistance testing will likely incur a slightly higher fee.
An average repair price:
In the last 10 years working solar system maintenance, I have seen an average price hover around $350, with prices often only being $185 and occasionally topping out around $5,000 for a full removal and reinstallation.
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