Your Solar Questions, Answered

In simple terms: your panels catch sunlight and turn it into electricity. An inverter converts that into the same power your plugs use. Any extra energy gets stored in batteries (if you have them) or goes back to the grid. You use free sunshine instead of paying Eskom.

Less than most people expect. A single panel starts from around R3,500–R5,000. A small 1–2 panel setup for lights and phone chargers runs R5,000–R12,000. A mid-range 4–6 panel system costs R18,000–R45,000, and a full-home setup (8–16 panels) ranges from R50,000–R120,000. Batteries are separate, starting at about R15,000. The best way to get an accurate number is to give us a call — we'll size a system to your actual needs, not a one-size-fits-all package.

Yes, and many of our customers do exactly that. Even one 550W panel can handle your lights, phone chargers, TV, and Wi-Fi router. It's a smart way to start saving without a big upfront spend. We design every system to be expandable, so you can add more panels or batteries whenever you're ready.

Smaller systems (1–3kW) typically pay for themselves in 3–5 years. Larger systems (5kW+) take 4–7 years. Here's the thing most people miss: with Eskom tariffs going up 12–15% every year, your savings actually grow over time. By year five, you're saving significantly more than in year one.

Yes — if you add battery storage. Even a small battery (2–5kWh) keeps your lights, fridge, phones, and internet running for several hours. A larger battery (5–10kWh) can power your whole home through extended outages. We'll help you figure out the right size based on what you want to keep running.

Most South African roofs work well for solar. North-facing is ideal, but east and west-facing roofs produce good results too. During our free consultation, we check your roof's angle, condition, and any shading from trees or buildings. If your roof isn't suitable, we can look at ground-mount options.

A small system (1–4 panels) takes a few hours. A typical home setup (4–12 panels) takes 1–2 days. Larger installations may need 2–3 days. We handle everything — mounting, wiring, inverter setup, and testing — so your system is producing power before we leave.

A long time. Quality panels last 25–30 years and come with a 25-year performance warranty. They lose about 0.5% efficiency per year, which means after 25 years they still produce roughly 87% of their original output. Very few investments give you that kind of return over that time span.

Very little. A hose-down every few months to wash off dust is usually all it takes. We recommend an annual professional check-up to make sure everything is performing as it should. Our maintenance plans are affordable and give you peace of mind that your system is always running at its best.

We work with trusted brands like Pylontech, Hubble, and Freedom Won. Entry-level batteries (2.4kWh) start from about R15,000 and cover basic backup. Mid-range (5kWh) runs R25,000–R40,000. For full home backup, 10kWh+ systems cost R50,000–R80,000. We'll recommend the right battery for what you actually need — not the most expensive one on the shelf.

We stand behind our work. Every installation comes with a 25-year panel warranty, 5–10 year inverter warranty, 10-year battery warranty, and a 2-year workmanship guarantee. If something goes wrong, you call us directly — no call centres, no runaround.

Yes. We know that upfront cost is often the biggest hurdle. We offer flexible payment plans and can help arrange financing through our partners. Many customers start with a smaller system and expand later. Give us a call and we'll find an option that fits your budget.

Grid-tied systems run alongside Eskom and lower your bill, but they switch off during load shedding. Hybrid systems add batteries, so you keep power when the grid goes down — this is what most South African homes choose. Off-grid systems cut ties with Eskom completely, which is ideal for farms and rural properties without a reliable grid connection.

Yes. Panels run on daylight, not heat, so they still generate power when it's overcast — usually around 10–30% of a clear day. South Africa gets some of the best sunshine in the world, and even winter days are productive. If cloudy stretches are a concern, a battery stores extra energy from sunny days to carry you through.

Yes, with a system sized for it. Geysers, pool pumps and air conditioners are heavy loads, so they need more panels and often a larger inverter. Putting your geyser on solar is one of the best money-savers, since heating water is one of the biggest electricity costs in most homes. We size every system around the appliances you actually run.

Every installation should come with an electrical Certificate of Compliance (CoC), which confirms the work is safe and up to standard — we provide this as part of the job. If you're grid-tied and want to feed power back to the grid, many municipalities require you to register the system first. We handle the CoC and guide you through any local paperwork.

Yes. Most modern inverters come with an app or online dashboard that shows live production, how much you're using, and how much you're saving — all from your phone. You can set up alerts so you know straight away if anything needs attention, and our monitoring service can keep an eye on it for you.

You should let your insurer know once your system is installed, since the panels and batteries are a valuable addition to your property. Most insurers cover solar as part of your buildings or contents policy, sometimes with a small adjustment to your premium. The Certificate of Compliance we provide is usually all your insurer needs.

We're based in Mmabatho in the North West and install right across South Africa — from farms and rural homesteads to homes and businesses in the major cities. No job is too remote. Take a look at our service areas page for the provinces we cover most often, or just give us a call to check your area.

Absolutely. We repair, service and expand solar systems of any brand — even ones we didn't install. Whether your inverter is throwing errors, your output has dropped, or you simply want to add more panels or a battery, we can diagnose the problem and get you sorted, usually within the same week you call.

There have been incentives for both homeowners and businesses in recent years, but the rules and amounts change from year to year — businesses in particular have been able to claim accelerated depreciation on solar assets. Because these change, it's best to confirm the current position with SARS or your accountant. We're happy to provide the invoices and Certificate of Compliance you'll need to claim.