Are these quotes from the same company? Where are you based? That makes a difference in how low you can go.
Is Jinko that much better . Don’t know if you can get a diffinitive answer on that. There are plenty of Jinko and Longi advocates, probably more Jinko, but hard to put a price on the difference. We have put Jinko higher in our Best Solar Panels review due to Jinko being bigger, and probably better regarded in Australia. It also currently has the most powerful panel in the world on the market, at 580W.
As Marty mentioned I wouldn’t be taking the lowest price you can find as you will most likely end up with a substandard installation which could cost you much more in the future. Solar is a long term investment so it’s worth spending a few dollars more to get a quality installation from a reputable company.
A wise man once said “The cheapest system will cost you more in the long run”
@Marty, @Svarky - many thx and agree with cheapest is not always best… although everyone says this … even those in the industry that have gone bankrupt before and have been fraudulently claiming certificates from the government without (properly) installing systems! Shame that the government is not linking the payment for certificates to customer satisfaction or at least a rating system … so that the installer market becomes more transparent…
In any case my approach was a little different as I made the simple decisions first :
(1) selected the inverter (Fronius) and then
(2) a company that sells it with decent feedback online (in terms of volume and ratings)
so, now it is a matter of getting the price down as low as possible … as I figure their installers won’t do a worse job, just because I paid a lower price or selected a different panel brand…? maybe I am wrong?! what do you think?
in any case the government enabled lack of transparency around installer quality is breath taking after the roof insulation disaster …
Yes agreed. Or at least making it harder for Phoenix companies to re-emerge from the ashes.
I think that’s probably correct. My thinking around that though is that in theory if they are happy to be squeezed by you, then they are probably squeezing their installers and customer service already. From my experience, long sighted businesses will happily forgoe work rather than squeeze their margins to breaking point. I don’t think it would be a bad sign if they rejected your lower offers.
As Marty mentioned I wouldn’t be taking the lowest price you can find as you will most likely end up with a substandard installation which could cost you much more in the future. Solar is a long term investment so it’s worth spending a few dollars more to get a quality installation from a reputable company.
Hlo,
The quotes you’re seeing are likely from different companies, each with unique pricing influenced by their products and services. Regional factors, such as import duties, taxes, and distribution costs, can impact the final pricing. For a reliable option, you might consider the Tesla Solar Roof, which combines advanced energy efficiency with a sleek design. While the Tesla Solar Roof cost may be higher than traditional panels, its durability and energy production could provide long-term value. Between Jinko and LONGi, both are respected brands; Jinko, in particular, is often favored in Australia for its strong market presence and offers one of the most powerful panels available at 580W. Ultimately, the best choice depends on specific project requirements and local conditions.
. Don’t know if you can get a diffinitive answer on that. There are plenty of Jinko and Longi advocates, probably more Jinko, but hard to put a price on the difference. We have put Jinko higher in our Best Solar Panels review due to Jinko being bigger, and probably better regarded in Australia. It also currently has the most powerful panel in the world on the market, at 580W.