It’s that time of the year again when I reveal the results of our annual Installers’ Choice Awards for Best Solar Panels in 2024.
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Overcoming A Skinny Grid Connection: How To Get More Amps To Your House
Australians eager to fully electrify their home often hit an unexpected snag: the size of the copper cable from the grid to the house. This small but crucial detail can stall your electrification ambitions. Here are some options for overcoming a skinny grid connection.
[Continue reading…]When Solar Panels Are The Scapegoat For A Leaking Roof
Recently, at SolarQuotes, we hit a snag: Jono, our marketing guru, has been dodging drips from his ceiling in recent years, suspecting his solar setup might be the culprit. It was time for some detective work.
[Continue reading…]Solar Horror Stories: How MC4 Plugs Become The Point Of Failure
Some months ago, I penned an article about how critical the humble MC4 plug is to solar PV systems. Today, we’ll explore the failures that these plugs often present and how to avoid them.
[Continue reading…]Solar Safety Servicing: The Art Of Maintenance
As part of an ongoing series, I’d like to touch on some important points for maintaining solar.
[Continue reading…]Solar Accreditation Australia Named As The New Accreditation Scheme Operator
Australia’s rooftop solar industry underwent another transformation on 29th February with the emergence of a new accreditation scheme operator, Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA).
[Continue reading…]Sigenergy Battery: If It Lives Up To The Claims – It’ll Be Amazing
*Updated 18/3/24: Errors corrected based on Sigenergy feedback In the rapidly evolving world of renewable energy and storage, we have often seen products that spark a lot of interest, but turn out to be a flash in the pan. So, you’ll have to forgive my scepticism when a brand-new company puts out a well-orchestrated media […]
[Continue reading…]Dynamic Solar Exports Are Mandatory In Victoria From Today
Today (March 1st) is “D Day” for inverters installed under Solar Victoria’s rebate programs. “D” for dynamic, that is.
[Continue reading…]Can I Use A Balcony Solar Panel System To Power My Apartment?
If you believe the internet, balcony or mini plug-in solar panel system sales are booming across Europe, yet there isn’t more than a whisper about them in Australia.
[Continue reading…]From Sarking to Insulation: Hidden Solar Installation Blunders
When you get solar installed, any sub-standard work done in the roof cavity is hidden away — out of sight and out of mind — until the inevitable repercussions start to rear their ugly heads.
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