Solar panel repair averages around $220, and most run $100 to $340 nationally. Inverter replacements run higher, usually $3,500 to $5,500 for a string inverter. Here's what to expect for the most common issues we see.
See how it works, step by step ↓Cost by repair
Loose connections, cracked panels and broken glass are the most common solar panel repairs. Inverters are the big-ticket item.
01 · Panels
Small chips can be fixed. Bigger damage usually means a new panel.
A small chip can often be fixed with epoxy.
If the chip is too long to fix with epoxy, the panel gets replaced.
That's the typical rate to attempt a repair.
Most homeowners end up replacing the panel because of the extent of the damage.
02 · Connections
A loose connection is one of the most common repairs, and one of the cheapest.
The base rate for a technician to come out, inspect and tighten your connections.
It won't take the full hour, but that's how most contractors charge.
Loose connections cause on-and-off output and lost production.
A routine check finds loose connections before they get worse.
03 · Inverters
The inverter is usually the most expensive part of a solar repair.
Typical replacement cost, labor included.
Replacing a single micro-inverter, labor included.
Many inverter faults can be repaired instead of replaced.
Manufacturer warranties can cover replacement parts.
See how we diagnose and repair inverters on our inverter repair page.
04 · Maintenance
Regular upkeep is the cheapest way to avoid the bigger repairs above.
Typical panel maintenance pricing.
Dust and debris cut production.
Small problems get caught early.
A full Solar Inspection Report gives you a third-party view of the system.
The numbers
Click through typical prices for the most common solar repairs.
Price drivers
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Ranges reference HomeAdvisor 2019 national data and typical Phoenix-area pricing. Your actual price varies with system size, panel brand and roof access.
Most panel repairs run $100 to $340 nationally. Labor is about $100 per hour.
From fixing a chip with epoxy up to replacing the panel.
For a full panel replacement, which is usually what a crack needs.
The base rate for a technician to inspect and tighten connections.
Typical replacement, labor included. Micro-inverters run $350 to $750.
Inverter repairRoutine upkeep that helps you avoid the bigger repairs.
Beyond repairs, we perform full solar system inspections and issue a detailed Solar Inspection Report. It's useful whether you're buying, selling, or want a third-party view of your system's performance and remaining life.
Learn about inspections →Call SolarFIX or send a request. We'll walk through what's wrong and what it'll cost. No salespeople, no games. Licensed, bonded and insured, AZ ROC #323541, with 10+ years in the industry.
