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How to Read a Solar Quote (and Spot a Dodgy One)

What every Australian homeowner should look for before signing — panel tier, inverter brand, warranty terms and finance fine print.

Sarah Nguyen · Customer Advocate 18 March 2026 5 min read
How to Read a Solar Quote (and Spot a Dodgy One)

Key takeaways

  • Always confirm panel brand and tier in writing.
  • Check who actually performs the install — not just who sold it.
  • Watch for buy-now-pay-later fees buried in finance terms.

Not all solar quotes are equal. A cheap headline price often hides Tier-2 panels, no-name inverters and short warranties.

Always check: panel brand and tier, inverter brand, performance and product warranties, install timeframe, and who actually does the install.

If a quote sounds too good to be true, it usually is. We'd rather lose your business to a competitor with great gear than win it with cheap rubbish.

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