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Reduce your power bill - Solar panels can significantly reduce the cost of your power bill. Most solar power systems reduce the price of your power bill by 50%, and with the help of increased self-consumption and solar battery storage, it can be eliminated almost completely.
Good investment - The average return on investment for a solar power system is 10%, with a 10 year payback period. To find out what your expected return on investment for solar panels are, check out our solar calculator.
Energy independence - Reduce your reliance on grid electricity. Solar power can provide protection from power outages and can eliminate expensive power bills. Installing solar panels means generating and consuming your own electricity, independently.
This is the most common type of solar panel system in New Zealand. A grid-connected solar power system is comprised of solar panels, an inverter, and connection components. Power is generated from solar panels during the day, appliances can freely use this energy. If appliances are turned off, solar power is sent to the
Similar to a grid-connected system. Solar storage batteries are added to reduce the amount of power being exported to the grid and allow solar power to be used in night-time hours. Certain battery configurations will also provide the use of stored solar power in a power outage or blackout. Learn more about solar battery storage.
An off-grid system is no longer connected to the grid. An off-grid system is fully independent, relies on solar panels, and batteries. Some customers choose to have a generator as a backup. This particular system is popular with rural solar power customers, and for those who aim to be 100% self-sufficient. Learn more about off-grid solar power systems.
Any of the above system types can be fitted to commercial applications, whether it's for a block of shops, a factory, office building, or a solar panel farm. Learn more about commercial solar power systems.
Discover the different types of solar power systems, including grid connect, battery storage systems and off-grid systems.
Grid connect systems are the most common type of solar power systems installed in New Zealand. Find out how the work in the video below.
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The average cost of a solar power system ranges between $8,000 and $15,000, fully installed, depending on the system size and components. Adding a battery, like the Tesla Powerwall, can add another $10,000 - $20,000. More info on prices here.
The average Kiwi homeowner can save 50–80% on electricity bills, depending on their solar power system size and energy usage. With a battery, you can store excess power to maximise savings.
Yes, but going off-grid requires a robust system with enough solar panels and a high-capacity battery to store energy for cloudy days or winter months. These systems are typically the most expensive option.
For a more flexible and cost-effective solution, consider a hybrid system. This setup combines solar panels and batteries, allowing you to use solar power during the day, battery storage at night, and the grid as a reliable backup when needed. It offers the best of both worlds without the hefty price tag of going completely off-grid.
To get the best of both worlds - choose a hybrid system (solar + batteries) that uses solar energy during the day, battery power at night, and the grid as additional backup. More info on system types here.
Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity using photovoltaic cells. This electricity can be used immediately, stored in a battery, or sent back to the grid. A solar inverter converts the electricity into a form your appliances can use. Learn more here.
If drastically reducing your power bill and using less fossil fuel sounds appealing to you, then installing solar panels is worth the cost.
While upfront costs can be significant, most homeowners see a return on investment within 5–8 years through energy savings and lower electricity bills.
Find out how much you can save with solar panels on your home with My Solar Quotes's Solar Calculator.
Yes. We recommend cleaning the solar panels once a year. Clean solar panels allow the solar power system to generate as much electricity as possible.
Find out more about solar panel maintenance here.
There is no Government subsidy or incentives for solar power and there aren’t any planned at present.
Learn more about the NZ Governments' involvement in the solar industry here.
Some of the best solar panel brands that we rate highly and are available in New Zealand include: REC, Yingli, Canadian Solar, JinkoSolar, Trina Solar, Hyundai, QCells, Canadian Solar and LONGi.
View more details on these solar panel brands and our guide on how to choose the best solar panels for your home or business here.
Currently the best solar buy-back price is $0.17 /kWh from Octopus Energy and Meridian.
Find all electricity companies' solar buy-back prices here.
Typically, the average New Zealand home is equipped with a 5kW solar system, consisting of 11 to 12 solar panels.
Smaller systems usually start at 3kW (around 7 panels), while larger setups, like an 18kW system (approximately 40 panels), are becoming increasingly common.
A grid-connected solar system offers flexibility in the number of panels you install. If your solar panels don't produce enough energy to meet your needs, the system seamlessly draws power from the grid. Conversely, if your panels generate more power than required, the excess is exported back to the grid.
Learn more in our ‘how many solar panels do I need’ guide.
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