Before you sign a contract, it’s critical to avoid common solar buying mistakes that can cost you money, reduce your savings, or even create safety risks.
With electricity rates in the Philippines among the highest in Southeast Asia, solar is a smart investment—but only if it’s done right. Below are the three biggest solar buying mistakes Filipino homeowners and businesses make, and how to avoid them.
Mistake #1: Choosing a Solar Installer Based on Price Alone
The cheapest solar quote is often the most expensive mistake in the long run.
Many low-cost offers cut corners by using:
- Low-quality solar panels
- Undersized wiring and inverters
- Components with poor safety ratings
- Weak or rushed installation practices
These shortcuts can lead to:
- Unsafe electrical systems
- Frequent breakdowns
- Lower energy production
- Poor return on investment
💡 What to do instead:
Look beyond price. Ask about panel brands, inverter capacity, wiring standards, safety certifications, and installation experience. A properly engineered system will save you far more over time than a bargain setup.
Mistake #2: Not Designing the System Based on Your Actual Electric Bill & Load
Solar is not one-size-fits-all.
If your solar system isn’t designed around your real electricity usage, it won’t perform as expected. Skipping a proper site survey and load analysis often results in systems that are:
- Underpowered – producing too little energy to reduce your bill
- Overpowered – costing more than necessary with wasted capacity
Both scenarios mean wasted money.
💡 What to do instead:
A reliable solar provider will:
- Analyze your past electric bills
- Measure your actual power load
- Conduct a proper site inspection
- Design a system matched to your goals and budget
This ensures maximum savings and optimal system performance.
Mistake #3: No After-Sales Support or Monitoring
Solar is a long-term investment—typically 20–25 years.
Unfortunately, some installers disappear after installation. Without proper after-sales support, small issues like inverter errors, monitoring failures, or wiring problems can turn into major headaches.
In some cases, systems become partially—or completely—unusable.
💡 What to do instead:
Choose a solar company that offers:
- System monitoring
- Maintenance support
- Warranty assistance
- A clear point of contact after installation
Reliable after-sales service protects your investment and keeps your system running efficiently.
Choose Solar That’s Safe, Efficient, and Built to Last
A high-quality solar system is not just about panels—it’s about proper engineering, accurate load design, professional installation, and dependable long-term support.
When done right, solar can:
- Reduce your electric bills for decades
- Increase property value
- Provide energy security
- Deliver real, measurable savings
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