So, I’ll try to keep this brief, but I’m hoping someone else has been through this and has a recommendation...
Facts: I’m located in CA and had Tesla install a ~4.3kw system 3.5yrs ago. I was my own advisor as I worked for the company at that time. We are now facing the reality that we need to replace our roof. Tesla came back with a $4500+ lift/reinstall cost which is nearly ~1/3 of our original out of pocket cost to go solar after tax credits.
At this point, I’ve gotten roofing quotes and quotes for lifting/reinstalling the panels from various companies including one company that does both (best case scenario). Tesla’s estimate for lift/reinstall is +36% the next highest local quote. The contract states that lift/reinstall would be at a “competitive price.”
Firstly, I don’t see a +36% cost being very competitive. The home likely should have been disqualified due to the condition of the roof, but no one Willa emit that. Also, the original install that was done wasn’t the best either as I’m now seeing variations in mounting puck locations and general unevenness. You start to finally notice this stuff when you’re thinking about roofs all day. At the same time, I worry that Tesla will take my warranty away if I have this done by a 3rd party. It’s just is a headache in the making.
Has anyone else been through this? Any luck getting Tesla to budge on their quotes? I’ve reached out to prior leadership, but I’m not holding my breath. It’s insane though, I can almost buy a whole new system at these prices...
Facts: I’m located in CA and had Tesla install a ~4.3kw system 3.5yrs ago. I was my own advisor as I worked for the company at that time. We are now facing the reality that we need to replace our roof. Tesla came back with a $4500+ lift/reinstall cost which is nearly ~1/3 of our original out of pocket cost to go solar after tax credits.
At this point, I’ve gotten roofing quotes and quotes for lifting/reinstalling the panels from various companies including one company that does both (best case scenario). Tesla’s estimate for lift/reinstall is +36% the next highest local quote. The contract states that lift/reinstall would be at a “competitive price.”
Firstly, I don’t see a +36% cost being very competitive. The home likely should have been disqualified due to the condition of the roof, but no one Willa emit that. Also, the original install that was done wasn’t the best either as I’m now seeing variations in mounting puck locations and general unevenness. You start to finally notice this stuff when you’re thinking about roofs all day. At the same time, I worry that Tesla will take my warranty away if I have this done by a 3rd party. It’s just is a headache in the making.
Has anyone else been through this? Any luck getting Tesla to budge on their quotes? I’ve reached out to prior leadership, but I’m not holding my breath. It’s insane though, I can almost buy a whole new system at these prices...