Getting More From Your Battery: Grid Charging and Time-of-Use Power
If you have a home battery, when you buy electricity can now be almost as important as how much electricity you use. Many electricity plans have much cheaper power during the middle of the day, and some offers include periods of free electricity. With the right settings, your battery can charge during these cheaper periods and then supply your home later when grid electricity is more […]
How to Check Solar Rebate Eligibility in South Australia
If you are a South Australian homeowner thinking about solar, there is a good chance you can reduce the upfront cost through Australia’s main federal solar incentive. Adelaide households are often among the biggest beneficiaries, partly because electricity prices can make solar savings feel more immediate. The key is understanding how the rebate works in […]
Three Hours of Free Power: Why Battery Design Now Matters More Than Ever
From 1 July 2026, eligible households in South Australia can access three hours of free electricity every day from 12pm to 3pm under the Australian Energy Regulator’s Solar Sharer Offer (SSO). You don’t need solar panels to access the offer. You just need a smart meter and to opt in through your electricity retailer. But for battery customers, this scheme is a particularly […]
10 Questions to Ask Before Installing Solar Panels in Adelaide
Installing solar panels in Adelaide can significantly cut your power bills and protect you from rising electricity prices, thanks to our high sunshine levels and strong solar incentives. Before you commit, it’s worth asking a few key questions about your roof, system size, installer, warranties, and potential savings so you get the best long-term result. Here are 10 important questions […]
How to Clean Solar Panels on Your Roof: A Step-by-Step Guide
Your solar panels work hard all year round, soaking up sunlight and turning it into clean energy. But because they’re exposed to the elements, they naturally collect dust, grime, leaves, and bird droppings. Over time, that buildup affects how well your solar system performs. If you want to get the most out of your investment, […]
Electric hot-water and Solar
If you have electric hot water it might be worth considering installing a “hot water timer” or something similar when installing your solar system. Why? If you don’t then your hot water system will not be covered by the solar system, as controlled load is wired interdependently to your general house power.If you install a […]
Pigeon issues!
Unfortunately Solar panels on the roof can become a perfect place for pigeons to make themselves a new home. Over time this can cause damage to your roof and solar system, it can also be expensive to get cleaned and fixed up. Generally pigeons are an issue in coastal towns but not always, the picture attached (right) is […]
Solar Wholesalers SA ‘Big Kick’ Competition
Solar Wholesalers SA ‘Big Kick’ Competition – Instructions & Terms and Conditions How to Enter: 1. Follow Solar Wholesalers SA on Facebook & Instagram. 2. Tag three (3) friends in the competition post. 3. Share the competition post from Solar Wholesalers socials. 4. You will automatically be entered into the draw for a chance to […]
Fronius inverter not connected to the internet
What to do if your Fronius inverter is not connecting to the internet. If your Fronius Gen 24 inverter is showing a red light on the right hand side chances are the system need to be reconnected to your wifi network.
Do I get paid for exporting solar power?
Hi All, I have written about Feed in tariffs before but as that was probably 5 years ago, we might need a refresher. Feed in Tariffs are what is paid or credited to you by your electricity retailer when you are selling excess solar generation into the grid. Different electricity providers have different rates when […]
