Solar & Battery Pricing
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Package pricing for solar + battery installations in Fresno County and Madera County. Tesla Powerwall 3 and Enphase IQ Battery options. Material and installation costs broken out. Cash pricing — no financing markup.
CSLB License #1063682 · Cash pricing · Fresno County & Madera County
Tesla Powerwall 3 packages
All packages include solar panels, inverter, Tesla Powerwall 3 battery, racking, wiring, and installation labor. The Powerwall 3 has a built-in solar inverter — one integrated unit handles both solar and battery, which reduces parts and labor cost.
4.4 kW DC
$18,000
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8.8 kW DC
$23,000
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13.2 kW DC
$28,000
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17.6 kW DC
$34,000
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17.6 kW DC
$48,000
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22 kW DC
$51,000
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What does "No clipping" mean? Clipping happens when panels produce more power than the inverter can handle — the excess is wasted. Standard packages (1× Powerwall 3) are designed with a small amount of acceptable clipping on the brightest days. No-clipping packages (2× Powerwall 3 + Gateway 3) size the inverter to match the full panel output so nothing is lost. Learn more about solar clipping →
Enphase IQ Battery 10C packages
All packages include solar panels with Enphase microinverters, IQ Battery 10C, racking, wiring, and installation labor. Best for shaded roofs, complex roof layouts, or customers who want panel-level monitoring and microinverter reliability.
4.4 kW DC
$20,000
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8.8 kW DC
$26,000
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13.2 kW DC
$33,000
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17.6 kW DC
$40,000
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22 kW DC
$46,000
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Pricing disclaimer: All prices shown are estimates based on standard residential installations in Fresno County and Madera County. Final pricing is determined after a site assessment. Permit fees, panel upgrade costs, and any non-standard installation requirements are not included in package estimates. Production estimates are based on Fresno Valley conditions and south-facing roof orientation — actual production varies. No federal, state, or utility incentives are reflected in these prices.
Side-by-side comparison
All packages at a glance — Tesla and Enphase. Prices are +/- estimates.
| System | Battery | Size | Production | Material | Install | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Powerwall 3 | ||||||
10 panels | 1× PW3 | 4.4 kW | 7,000–8,000 | $12,500 | $5,500 | $18,000 |
20 panelsPopular | 1× PW3 | 8.8 kW | 14,000–15,000 | $15,000 | $8,000 | $23,000 |
30 panels | 1× PW3 | 13.2 kW | 21,000–22,000 | $18,000 | $10,000 | $28,000 |
40 panels | 1× PW3 | 17.6 kW | 28,000–29,000 | $21,000 | $13,000 | $34,000 |
40 panelsNo clip | 2× PW3 | 17.6 kW | 28,000–29,000 | $31,000 | $17,000 | $48,000 |
50 panelsNo clip | 2× PW3 | 22 kW | 35,000–36,000 | $33,000 | $18,000 | $51,000 |
| Enphase IQ Battery 10C | ||||||
10 panels | 1× IQ 10C | 4.4 kW | 7,000–8,000 | $14,000 | $6,000 | $20,000 |
20 panelsPopular | 1× IQ 10C | 8.8 kW | 14,000–15,000 | $18,000 | $8,000 | $26,000 |
30 panels | 1× IQ 10C | 13.2 kW | 21,000–22,000 | $23,000 | $10,000 | $33,000 |
40 panels | 1× IQ 10C | 17.6 kW | 28,000–29,000 | $27,000 | $13,000 | $40,000 |
50 panels | 1× IQ 10C | 22 kW | 35,000–36,000 | $31,000 | $15,000 | $46,000 |
Why Tesla Powerwall 3 costs less than Enphase
Both are excellent battery systems. The price difference comes down to how each system is engineered — not quality.
Tesla Powerwall 3
Lower cost- Built-in solar inverter — The Powerwall 3 includes a solar inverter inside the battery unit. One device handles both solar and battery — fewer parts, less wiring, less installation time.
- Single gateway — One Gateway 3 unit manages the whole system. No separate inverter to mount, wire, and commission.
- Simpler installation — Fewer components means fewer connection points, less conduit, and a faster install — which reduces labor cost.
- String inverter architecture — Works well on roofs with good sun exposure and minimal shading. Most Fresno Valley homes qualify.
Enphase IQ Battery 10C
Higher cost- Microinverter architecture — Each panel has its own microinverter. More components per panel — more parts, more wiring, more installation time. Excellent for shaded or complex roofs.
- Separate battery system — The IQ Battery 10C is a standalone unit that connects to the Enphase microinverter system. Separate commissioning and wiring required.
- IQ collar required — AC-coupled installs require an IQ collar ($500) to connect the battery to the system — an additional component not needed with Tesla.
- Best for shading & complex roofs — If your roof has multiple orientations, dormers, or heavy shading, Enphase microinverters outperform a string inverter — and the higher cost may be worth it.
Bottom line: Tesla costs less because the Powerwall 3 combines the solar inverter and battery into one unit — fewer parts, simpler wiring, faster install. Enphase costs more because microinverters add a component to every panel. Both systems are reliable and well-supported. For most Fresno Valley homes with good sun exposure, Tesla is the better value. For shaded or complex roofs, Enphase microinverters may produce more energy and justify the higher price.
Battery add-ons & extras
Add battery backup to an existing solar system, expand an existing installation, or add load relocation for whole-home coverage.
Tesla Powerwall 3
Per unit. Add to any existing solar system.
Tesla Powerwall 3 Expansion Pack
Battery, bracket, and cord included. Requires existing Powerwall 3.
Enphase IQ Battery 10C
Per unit. IQ collar required for AC-coupled installs. Add to any existing solar system.
Load Relocation
Required when critical loads need to be moved to a backed-up subpanel for whole-home backup coverage.
What affects your final price
Package prices are starting-point estimates. Your actual quote may be higher or lower depending on:
- Roof type — composition shingle, tile, and metal have different racking requirements
- Panel placement — multiple roof faces or ground-mount adds conduit runs
- Electrical panel condition — older panels may need a service upgrade before solar can be added
- Trenching — ground-mount systems or detached structures require underground conduit
- Permit fees — vary by city and county jurisdiction ($200–$600 typical)
- Shading — heavy shading may favor Enphase microinverters over a string inverter
Cash pricing — what that means
All pricing shown is cash pricing. We do not offer financing. There is no dealer fee, no financing markup, and no hidden costs added at signing.
What you see here is what you pay. Your final quote will reflect your specific home — but there are no surprise line items.
Pricing questions
Common questions about how our pricing works.
Ready for a firm quote on your home?
These are estimates. Call us or submit a quote request and we will give you exact pricing after reviewing your home.