Best Solar Company in Cebu: What to Check Before You Sign a Contract

Solar is a long-term investment — most systems are expected to perform for well over a decade. Choosing an installer is as important as choosing the equipment itself. Here is a practical checklist to run through before signing any contract, wherever you end up buying.

Is the stock actually local?

Ask whether the units are held in local warehouse stock or ordered on a case-by-case basis from abroad. Backordered equipment can mean weeks of delay, especially during high-demand periods like typhoon season. Fortune 9 maintains stock across two Cebu warehouses specifically to avoid this.

What battery chemistry is actually inside

Ask directly whether the battery is LiFePO₄ or standard lithium-ion — see our full comparison for why this matters in a tropical climate. Some suppliers are not upfront about this distinction because standard lithium-ion is cheaper to source.

What does the warranty actually cover

Check the warranty length, what specifically is covered (battery capacity degradation, inverter failure, workmanship), and whether it is honoured locally or requires shipping the unit elsewhere. Fortune 9's warranty terms are published on our warranty page.

Is the site survey free, and is it actually a survey?

A proper site survey should assess roof condition, electrical panel capacity, shading, and your actual usage pattern — not just a sales visit with a generic quote. Ours is free and forms the basis of every proposal we send.

For commercial projects: is a licensed engineer involved?

Larger commercial installations should involve licensed engineering oversight and proper utility coordination for net-metering — see our commercial ROI case study for what a properly documented proposal includes.

Get it in writing

A serious proposal should itemise pricing, specify the exact equipment model and specification, and state payment milestones clearly before any deposit changes hands.

Want a proposal to compare against others? Book a free site survey — there's no cost or obligation.