What we do
Savings Estimate - Sophisticated Software
- Breakdown your bill and usage to determine what you need.
- Estimate energy production that your system is guaranteed to provide you. Know your ROI.
- Estimate your ROI including product lifespan and location.
Factor's include:
- Direction and tilt of panels.
- Geographic location.
- Local weather patterns.
- System composition and more.
So it pays for itself... but what about the initial investment? Don't worry, we got you.
- 25% p.a is the typical return on investment.
- Finance is a common way people choose to pay, while it pays for itself.
- Low & $0 interest plans can make it viable and are available throu
Environmental impact
Contributing to the protection of Tarkine in Tasmania.
- We support and endorse a sustainable ecosystem.
- We know global warming is a thing and subsequent natural disasters are happening.
Significantly reduce your carbon footprint.
- 1kW = 40 new trees every year!
Brands
Panels
Performance guarantee and efficiency
Think about a cars fuel efficiency as well as wear and tear.
- Efficiency is about a ratio of energy captured to area and degradation rate.
- All our panels have above average efficiency.
- Loss is no more than 20% over 30 years.
- Panels are not all the same.
- So basically, the right panels will last a very long time.
Lab tested and certified
- Built for severe weather like hail.
- Over 20 years life expectancy.
- All brands we use are tested by third party, international electronic labs and certified to meet national standards.
IEC (International electronics commission)
- Ammonia resilient.
- Salt-mist resistance.
- Anti -corrosion.
- Anti PID resistance - prevents degradation from extreme heat, humidity.
Tier 1
- Tier 1 is a Bloomberg rating and about bankability. Banks lend for large-scale or industrial projects that use Tier 1 panels. This means the manufacturer is more trusted.
- It considers the financial position and warranty amongst other things.
- Relevant for a warranty claim.
- Usually comprised of 30 manufacturer's and updated quarterly.
- Same manufacturer's in Tier 1- it is stable.
- All our panels have a Tier 1 rating.
Warranty
- Minimum 10 years, includes parts and workmanship i.e if glass cracks, frame rusts, junction box fails etc.
- A monitoring system will help indicate if there is a system error.
- Manufacturers have their own warranty conditions; see below for more detail.
- We include a 15 workmanship warranty that includes work related to installation.
Clean Energy Council (CEC)
- The solar industry is regulated by the clean energy council (CEC). This protects the consumer and ensures a quality product and installation.
- Accreditation is required for the person installing your system and you have the right to ask for this at anytime.
- Products are required to pass lab testing to meet particular standards.
- No Fakes! Barcodes are scanned prior install to provide that your panels are authentic.
- Warranties are reviewed by a national board to ensure fair terms and conditions.
Vertically integrated
- Some companies outsource panels or parts i.e outsource cells and use own architecture.
This can hinder quality control.
- We only work with brands that are vertically integrated and are responsible for quality control from the cell or ignot to the completed panel.
No re-labelling
Inverters
Safety & compliance
- Third party lab tested and certified to meet Australian standards.
- 98% efficiency or higher, reduced losses * does not include micro inverters.
- Built-in surge arrestors to protect you from any increased or fluctuated voltage i.e lightening strike.
- Internal cooling to keep efficiency and lifespan.
- Harsh weather resilient, anti- corrosion.
- Outside or inside but not in direct sunlight.
- The lifespan of an inverter averages 10 years.
- Min. 5 year warranty.
- Free extended warranty on selected products.
- Extended warranty available for purchase on any inverter.
Wifi monitoring
- Serviced faster with less need to be onsite.
- See what's up- monitor your system via any smart device.
- View live data and daily, weekly, monthly.
- Reports, usage & savings.
*ask about inverter smart meters for consumption reports.
- Be notified of any error- God forbid.
*ask about manufacturer monitoring.
- If you want to go deep- String, voltage analysis and more.
Storage compatibility
- Energy unused in the day will overflow to your battery and can be used at night, in black outs, raining days etc.
- Feed-in tariffs (FITS) are less than grid import rates so batteries are becoming an alternative solution for off-setting night usage.
- Add to your system anytime.
- If your inverter is not hybrid it may be made or be compatible.
- Great for charging electric vehicles.
FAQ
Why is the panel array higher than the inverter capacity?
Often a system size will refer to the array, input, rather than output. It's a good idea to increase array because any panel will lose some efficiency over time. Also, it's to increase power during low-light. Cost wise is usually covered by subsidies and all relative!
Will my panels need cleaning?
Rain is usually quite sufficient. Have it done professionally, for your safety. If you are unsure or want more information please contact us.
Maintenance?
Low. Service every 5 years to keep warranty valid and check safety. Also see cleaning above.
Not home during the day, do I benefit from solar?
Usually. It's more advantageous to use/ time things to run in the day. What isn't used will be sold to the grid and help off-set any night consumption.
What are feed-in tariffs?
A feed-in tariff or FIT, is the $ amount your electricity retailer pays for the excess electricity you feed back. The amount varies between retailers. Get in touch and we help guide you to the best deal.
How to obtain refund of solar credits
Contact your electricity provider. They can transfer it to you, automatically, whenever you are in credit.
What about shade?
- It's best to avoid shade as much as possible.
- It might not be worth your while.
- You may need micro inverters or optimisers.
- You may need particular panels.
- All panels have bypass diodes to assist with isolating shaded areas.
Cloudy day
Panels do not need direct sunlight, but an overcast day will reduce production.
Fortunately, we have 300 "fine" days every year! Unless you are in Victoria...it is still more than half...