Solar Energy System Warranties Explained: What''s Actually
According to the 2025 Solar Asset Owner Trends Report by PV Tech Research, 36% of solar project owners faced issues not covered by their warranties—most commonly related to
String inverters typically come with 10-12 years of warranty coverage, whereas microinverters and power optimizers are often covered for 25 years. Labor and shipping expenses are generally not included in solar inverter warranties, but some of the strongest brands will cover one or both of these costs.
The top inverter manufacturers, such as Enphase, SolarEdge, and SMA, cover shipping costs for replacement equipment as part of their warranty agreement, so long as the "claim is justified," meaning they've confirmed it's a reasonable claim, and you followed the proper return merchandise authorization (RMA) process.
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Separate insurance policies for solar panels may offer additional benefits, such as coverage for loss of income due to system downtime or the costs associated with temporary replacement power. These added protections could provide financial security in unexpected disruptions to your solar panel system.
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