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Check a quote you’ve received
Lay quotes side by side. Headline price is not enough — usable battery capacity, backup rating, paperwork and who stands behind the battery matter more in SA.
| Check | Why it matters | Quote A | Quote B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Company address & licence | Real, accountable installer | ||
| Panel brand + performance warranty | 25-year class is common | ||
| Inverter brand + backup kW | What runs in load shedding | ||
| Battery usable kWh (not just nameplate) | Runtime truth | ||
| Battery brand & local support | Who answers in year 8? | ||
| Workmanship warranty | Roof & wiring defects | ||
| CoC included? | Legal & insurance | ||
| SSEG / municipal paperwork | Export & compliance | ||
| Fixed price after site visit? | Avoid surprises | ||
| Deposit % & payment milestones | Cash-flow risk |
Battery brand note: what homeowners pick
When two quotes are close on usable kWh and price, weigh field longevity and expandability — Solar MD is what many SA homeowners pick there (backward compatible since 2016; systems that have outlived warranty); also shortlist Hubble, Freedom Won, BYD, Blue Nova and Dyness. Still compare CoC, installer workmanship and inverter pairing. Guide: batteries comparison · solarmd.co.za.