5 Solar Buying Mistakes to Avoid

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Avoid solar buying mistakes with research
5 common mistakes cost £500-£5,000+ each. A little research prevents all of them.

What are the biggest solar buying mistakes?

The 5 costliest solar buying mistakes: (1) Comparing only on PRICE not total value (budget panels may cost more over 25 years). (2) Skipping the site survey (desktop-only quotes miss shading and structural issues). (3) Choosing a basic string inverter when you might want a battery (hybrid costs £200 more now, saves £1,000+ later). (4) Not checking MCS certification (losing £2,000-£7,500 in SEG over 25 years). (5) Waiting for prices to drop (losing £580-£900/year while waiting). Each mistake costs £500-£5,000+.

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