LET'S ANSWER YOUR SOLAR QUESTIONS

Switching to solar renewable energy will save you hundreds off your electricity bills, add value to your home, reduce your carbon footprint and help to build a cleaner future for generations to come.

Grid connect systems use solar generated power, and only source additional power from the grid when needed. An off-grid or stand-alone system is when you store all the energy your solar panels produce and don’t access the grid at all. A battery is required to store the solar generated energy.

A state government rebate for adding solar panels is available for homes (up to $1,400) and business (up to $3,500). To learn more visit Solar Victoria(https://www.solar.vic.gov.au/solar-panel-rebate)

To determine your eligibility visit Solar Victoria(https://www.solar.vic.gov.au/solar-panel-rebate) For homeowners, key eligibility criteria include combined household taxable income of less than $180,000 and your property is valued at under $3 million.

To apply for a solar panel installation rebate, you need to apply through Solar Victoria(https://www.solar.vic.gov.au/solar-panel-rebate)

The size of a Solar System is determined by the size of your home, orientation, and the amount of energy you use. The team at Regenerate Electrical are experts in this area and will advise the best system to suit your needs.

Once your Solar installation is booked in, you can expect your system installation to be completed between 1 – 3 days.

The exact amount of savings you can expect will be calculated by the Regenerate Electrical team as part of your FREE quote. On average, the systems we install reduce power bills by up to 80% and in some cases eliminate completely, depending upon the type and size of system being installed.

Solar panels are made from Silicon and particular brands can last at least 25 years if properly maintained. We offer premium solar products that come with a 25 year warranty.

You will only need a battery to store solar energy if you opt for an off-grid or stand-alone solar system. Learn more (https://www.solar.vic.gov.au/solar-battery-rebate)about Solar Victoria’s point of sale discount up to $3,500 for batteries.

Generating electricity from solar panels produce no greenhouse gases whatsoever, which helps to reduce the effect of climate change. When solar energy is powering a home or business, there is no burning of fuel and no emissions from energy production.

North facing panels are the ideal position for generating power consistently throughout the day. East facing panels result in most of your power generation produced in the mornings.

In short, yes! Origin Energy and RealEstate.com.au state that 57% of homeowners in Australia say that they would willing pay up to $10,000 more to buy a house equipped with solar.

A feed in tariff i(https://www.canstarblue.com.au/solar-power/solar-feed-in-tariffs-explained/)s a small credit rebate received for any excess electricity produced by a solar system. If you have a grid-connect solar system, power produced must be immediately used or it will feed into the shared electricity grid for other properties to use. For each kilowatt hour (kWh) (https://www.canstarblue.com.au/electricity/kwh-explained/)of electricity exported to the grid, that property will receive a feed-in tariff of a few cents, usually between 7 and 16 cents per kWh.

Warranties come with all Regenerate Electrical systems we install and range from 10 years up to 25 years depending on the solar product chosen.

Yes, you can upgrade your existing solar system. Contact us to learn how we can help you to achieve a seamless upgrade.

Solar panels still work on cloudy days and when it rains, however the power being generated is reduced.

A grid-connected system for a medium size family typically costs between $1,000 - $2,500 per KW. To obtain a no obligation, free quote the Regenerate Electrical team click here (https://www.regenerateelectrical.com.au/contact)to get in touch

The age of your home can determine if you need a new switchboard or meter. Our team will investigate and advise during a free home-site consultation.

When there is a black out, a home with a grid-connected solar system will also be without power. By law grid-connected solar systems must be shut down if the grid loses power. This is to ensure linesman can repair any faults safely.

Every Solar system we install is custom designed to match the home’s unique size, shape, and roof dimensions. The actual amount of space needed depends on the size of system being installed, which dictates the number of panels required.

Solar hot water systems, sometimes called solar thermal systems, use the direct heat from the sun to heat water, whereas solar power uses sunlight to produce electricity.

The only way to store solar power (generated during the day) for use at night, without reverting to the grid, is via battery storage. Our team can provide extensive information about the pros and cons of battery storage.

Panels should be cleaned from mould, dirt and bird droppings ideally every six to twelve months. It is recommended to have your Solar System checked every couple of years to keep performance at its peak. Contact us to arrange a professional maintenance check.

Most home and business insurance companies will cover the solar power electric system as part of your insurance policy. In many cases this addition to your policy should not increase the premium.