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REC Solar Panels in Florida

REC solar installation, roof planning and support for Florida homes. Manufacturer coverage depends on the module and applicable registration requirements.

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What Makes the REC (460W) Different from a Standard Solar Panel?

The REC (460W) is a high output panel that puts more power in less roof space than many standard modules. REC manufacturer coverage remains separate, and every installation carries our 5 year workmanship and leak warranty from system activation.

Power output
460W
Per panel
Workmanship warranty
5 years
Workmanship and leak coverage from system activation, transferable
Installed cost
$2.30 - $3.00/W
Same range as our other Tier 1 panels
ProTrust eligibility
Confirmed per project
Certified installation and registration required

Pricing shown is typical and a starting point. Your exact quote is confirmed after a site survey and depends on roof condition, electrical service, equipment choices and distance from a Coastal Energy location.

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Why REC

What a REC Certified Solar Professional Installation Gets You

A REC installation needs the right roof layout, electrical design and documentation. ProTrust benefits require qualifying certified installation and registration, confirmed for your project.

Long-Term Protection

REC manufacturer coverage remains separate, and our 5 year workmanship and leak warranty covers the installation itself.

Engineered Layout

Every install is planned around your roof structure, sun exposure and energy goals so no roof space is wasted.

Clean Electrical Work

Structured conduit routing and labeled wiring, finished and tested ahead of inspection, not rushed.

Support After Install Day

Full walkthrough, monitoring app setup, and ongoing support for future additions like a Powerwall or EV charger.

Panel specs

REC (460W) Technical Specifications

The REC (460W) is one of three panel lines we install, alongside the Trina (445W) and Tesla (420W), chosen when a roof needs more output per panel.

Power rating
460W
Per panel
Cell type
Monocrystalline
Tier 1 module
Durability
Salt mist resistant
Rated for wind and hurricane exposure
Design
All-black sleek profile
High power density for limited roof space

Warranty

What the REC Warranty Actually Covers

Standard REC Alpha Pure-RX coverage and conditional ProTrust coverage are different. Product, power and labor terms must be identified separately in your proposal.

CoverageTermDetail
Product defects20 years standardAlpha Pure-RX; 25-year ProTrust product term only when eligibility is confirmed
Performance25 yearsGuaranteed output over the panel's rated life
Workmanship warranty5 yearsCoastal Energy workmanship and leak coverage from system activation, transferable

Cost ranges

REC (460W) Cost by System Size

Because REC panels pack more wattage per panel, homes with limited roof space often need fewer panels to hit the same system size.

System sizePrice per wattInstalled price
6 kW$2.70 - $2.90/W$16,200 - $17,400
10 kW$2.50 - $2.70/W$25,000 - $27,000
15 kW$2.30 - $2.50/W$34,500 - $37,500

Pricing tracks the same $2.30 to $3.00 per watt range as our other Tier 1 panels, since the underlying labor and permitting cost is the same.

What's included

Every REC (460W) Installation Includes

  1. 01

    On-Site Consultation

    Solar layout planning based on your roof structure and sun exposure.

  2. 02

    Installation

    REC (460W) panels and secure racking, with clean conduit routing and structured wiring.

  3. 03

    Activation

    Inverter setup, system activation and monitoring app configuration with a full walkthrough.

  4. 04

    Inspection Prep

    Labeling and clean-up completed ahead of final county inspection.

Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

What Does REC (460W) Solar Panel Installation Involve?

Installation combines roof layout, approved racking and electrical design. Any ProTrust extension requires qualifying certified installation and registration, confirmed for the project.

What warranty comes with a REC panel installation?

REC manufacturer product and performance warranties remain separate. The installation itself carries our 5 year workmanship and leak warranty from the date of system activation, fully transferable to the next owner.

How much does a REC solar panel system cost in Florida?

REC panels price in the same $2.30 to $3.00 per watt range as our other Tier 1 panels, which works out to about $16,000 to $38,000 installed for most homes depending on system size.

What is the REC (460W) solar panel?

It is one of the three panel lines Coastal Energy installs, a high output 460W module that puts more power per panel than many standard modules, useful on roofs with limited usable area.

Is Coastal Energy a REC Certified installer?

REC ProTrust requires a qualifying REC Certified Solar Professional installation and registration. Current certified-installer status and project eligibility must be confirmed before any extended product or labor benefit is promised.

Are REC panels better for a small roof?

Yes. At 460 watts per panel, the REC panel generates more power per panel than the Trina (445W) or Tesla (420W), which helps on roofs with limited usable area.

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