Frequently asked questions
The basics on solar panels, home batteries and self-consumption.
What does a residential solar and storage system include?
Typically rooftop solar panels, a hybrid inverter, and a home battery. The panels produce electricity, the inverter routes it to your home or the battery, and the battery stores surplus for use after dark.
How big should my battery be?
Battery size should match your evening electricity use. A common starting point for a detached home is 5–10 kWh, stackable to around 15 kWh. We size it based on your actual consumption, not a one-size-fits-all figure.
Do I need a battery with solar panels?
Solar works without a battery, but without storage most daytime surplus is exported to the grid. A battery lets you keep and use that energy yourself, which is usually better value than selling low and buying back high.
What roof types are suitable?
Pitched tile and metal roofs, flat roofs on garages, and ground-mounted frames where the main roof is shaded. Orientation and shading affect yield, so we assess each roof individually.
How long does installation take?
For a typical detached home, the physical installation is often completed within a day once the system is designed and the hardware is on site.
What warranty do you offer?
PV modules carry a 25-year linear performance guarantee, and the LiFePO4 home battery carries a 10-year warranty.
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