My Experience with Tesla Solar - Pros and Cons from a Customer - Honest Review - Solar and Powerwall

Published 2022-01-30
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Here's my honest review of Tesla Solar and Powerwalls compared to other solar companies. Get $500 off when ordering Tesla solar with my referral code: www.tesla.com/referral/scott52295

Please note: in March 2022 slightly increased prices in some states due to higher costs in the supply chain. Their prices are still the best available!

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Topics covered in this video:

Cheapest Solar Panels
Cheapest Financing
Backup Power During Outages (Powerwall)
Attractive Panels
Great software
Solar Panel Efficiency
No Microinverters
Warranty
Panel Performance Guarantee
Flexibility & Positioning
Customer Support
No Critter Guard

Check out my blog for a written version of this video: theheatpumpguy.com/about/f/the-pros-and-cons-of-te…

All Comments (21)
  • @ScottAllison
    Thanks for watching! If you enjoyed this video please consider subscribing to my channel.
  • @MCP647
    I have system on a house that I just recently moved into that has shade on different parts throughout the day. It has 2 inverters, but also something called a power optimizer at each panel, which I think may be the best of both worlds between an inverter and micro-inverter. They add a bit to the cost, but if you want to squeeze every watt, and circumvent shading issues, they seem like a good choice.
  • very good video thanks for the code. i am using it to look into it
  • @cjonesplay1
    I’ve already signed up with Tesla. I’ve had a few companies give me their presentation. Telling me about why they are better than Tesla. At the end of the day. Tesla seemed like it was the most affordable. Most of the solar companies buy the power wall from Tesla. Then they sell it to their customers for a higher price. This is the best video I’ve seen breaking down Solar cost and how to pick. Great job. I wish I would have seen this last year.
  • @simplerway489
    This is a good review. Best price, install was well done. Customer service and follow up not so good.
  • @danger_pig
    nice overview; thanks for the great content 👍
  • @chucklau3512
    Tesla did a great job installing my solar system. The problem is waiting for PTO from California PG&E, over six months after tesla completed their installation, still waiting and my PG&E billings have been higher since the solar system installed.
  • @RajSomla
    Scott, Thx for vide. You may want to change the Fed Tax Crdit part based on new credit of 30%
  • @dosomething996
    GREAT VIDEO! one thing about Tesla financing option. It seems that it is not good recently. only a 10-year 3%+ loan.
  • @gilbrook
    @Scott — Any considering solar/ESS, particularly Tesla should watch this video! Is inverter on your PW2+ 7.6 kW? I see you have 4 panel arrays. How did Tesla “breakup” (apportion) MPPTs among your 24 panels?
  • @chrisginoc
    I just had my roof replaced earlier this year but didnt pull permits. Do you think the inspector would notice and give me a hard time when they come out for the solar panels?
  • The way you pronounce Tesla. . . is this some sort of new thing, like how Porsche owners all pronounce “Porsche” a certain way. Seriously though, thanks for the info!
  • Question about the roof under the panels. When should the roof be replaced before installing the panels. How does roof repair/ replacement work after panels are installed?
  • @Alvinvmateo
    Thank you for this video. Very very helpful, lots of info. I almost sign on with another solar company and you are correct 40% more costly, which I think the price of having good customer service over tesla. I backed out in the end and looking for more research on Tesla solar. will def use your ref code if i go with tsla. most useful info I seen so far. Q1: for you regarding panel performance. Does the software tell you whether one panel is going bad? I have not seen any video or information on this. I think this is the advantage of microinverters v sting inverter. Q2: How is tesla service post installation, if you've had to call them for any issues?
  • @kinglord5429
    How often does your power go out? Ours only during hurricane few years ago for max 4 days.
  • Did you any types of taxes, such installation (labor) and the types of such as Q Cell. Ty
  • @sorka95032
    The current t400h performance warranty is 98% after 1 year and then not to exceed 0.54% / year for the remaining 24 years which puts it a fraction above 85% after 25 years.
  • @mymodely7755
    Audio needs to come up on the video, way to quiet.