Solar Quote Checker

Is Your Solar Quote Fair?
Paste the numbers from your quote. We’ll check the price per watt, the production claim, the financing terms, and surface any red flags before you sign.
The basics
From the quote. Usually shown as DC size in kilowatts.
Cash price or total contract value.
From the quote. Leave blank if not stated and we’ll use NREL data for your state.
Financing
Mainstream solar loan APRs in 2026 are 6.99 to 9.99 percent.
Industry standard is 2.5 to 2.9 percent. Above 3.5 is aggressive.
Optional details
Reputable installers offer 25-year workmanship warranties.
Not tax, legal, or financial advice. The federal residential clean energy credit (Section 25D) ended for systems placed in service after December 31, 2025. State and local incentives change. See IRS guidance on Section 25D. Confirm with a qualified tax professional before relying on any tax-credit figure. Last reviewed: 2026-05-08.
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We’ll match you with one to three vetted installers in your area for a direct comparison. No multi-sell, no spam.
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Benchmarks use national and state-level averages from EIA, NREL, and EnergySage marketplace data. Real fair pricing varies with installer overhead, equipment tier, roof complexity, and local labour costs. Use this analysis as a starting point for negotiation, not a final verdict.
Data last updated 2026-05-08 Refreshed daily from EIA & NREL