I'm considering getting a roof mounted solar array installed, and I'm curious what (if any) value is actually added if / when we decide to sell. I've googled and asked the solar rep, but not sure I trust that info. I'm curious if anyone has real world experience buying / selling houses with solar. Thanks!

Appraisers tend to give very little value for them has been my experience as an agent. If you're asking more for the house to try to cover the cost of them your appraisal could come up short. I'm a licensed agent by the way

chief1999 said:

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Appraisers tend to give very little value for them has been my experience as an agent. If you're asking more for the house to try to cover the cost of them your appraisal could come up short. I'm a licensed agent by the way

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My understanding is that the house (with or without solar) can sell for whatever someone is willing to pay for it, but if they require financing then the lender will only go as high as the appraisal, and if the buyer still wants it, they cover the difference.

Now that being said, is there any way to appeal or get a second / third / etc. appraisal, or make a case to the appraiser that it does add X amount of value?

Curious how the appraisal part works if that makes any sense.

Quick answer in no. You cannot provide another Appraisel. The lender can but it must be ordered and processed by an independent company with no direct connections to anyone in the transaction. Has to be independent.

Bottom line the market is not valuing the panels. With five buck gas that may change.