A solar system is an investment and there's ways that could help you get extra bang for your buck. Here are some things to look out for.
How to get the most from your solar system
There are a number of ways Aussies are getting the most out of their solar panels.
Helping your solar perform at its best
Getting panels serviced.
We service our cars, clean our homes and upgrade software on our computers and smartphones. When it comes to energy, we should do the same. For panels getting a check-up from a Clean Energy Council-accredited solar panel system installer now and again helps to ensure you’re getting the most from your investment. Especially if you’ve noticed a performance drop on your bills or apps.
Monitor the conditions.
Neglecting your panels can lead to soiling – dust and dirt that can affect how efficiently they run. To help ensure panels aren’t underperforming, make sure they’re free from shade (a tree may have grown since installation) and have them cleaned. Be conscious of what’s happening around your home, neighbours renovation or other works in the area could lead to more dust in the air.
Monitoring their performance.
Whether its via your solar panel manufacturer or energy provider, it can be easy to monitor your solar system’s performance via apps or your bills. If you see a drop in output from your panels, it could be time to investigate the cause.
Consider upgrading.
If your panels are between the 10-15 year old mark, they won’t have the same output or efficiency as a new system. But it’s only a small drop, about 0.5% to 1% per year. If your energy needs have increased or you want to generate more power, you could consider an upgrade.
Think about adding a battery.
A battery can help you harness all that solar energy for use when the sun goes down. It’s the ultimate way to help you get the most out of having a solar system. During peak energy periods, a battery could help reduce your power bills even more.
If you need help with any of these, our solar experts are here to help. Get in touch to learn more.
The influence of a data-obsessed society
With smart phones and smart tech we can track almost everything. We use health apps to tell us how many steps we take, calendar apps to organise our day and music apps to tell us what album to download next.
Solar monitoring can give you data in the palm of your hand. It can record and analyse your solar system’s performance in real-time and tell you how much solar energy you’re using and producing. So what does this mean for the average Aussie? Solar monitoring could save you more by alerting you to issues with your solar system so you can manage them quickly and get your energy efficient power supply back on track. It can also give you hints on changes to energy consumption you could make to help you use more solar energy and less from the grid.
And if you want to make more energy efficiency switches that could save money, simple things like switching to LED lights are worth looking into. We can help with this too.
More bang for your buck
We’re passionate about technological advancements and how they improve everyone's lives. By partnering with some of the best suppliers and using insightful data, we can help transform how and when you use power while helping you save.
