For many homes, yes. A well-designed solar system can significantly reduce how much electricity you need to buy from the grid. The best results come from matching the system size to your household’s actual energy use, roof space and future plans.

Your savings will depend on your electricity usage, when you use power, your system size and how much solar energy you use directly in the home. We can review your current bills and recommend a system designed to maximise your savings.

There is no one-size-fits-all answer. We look at your electricity usage, roof space, orientation, available supply and future needs before recommending a system size. The goal is to install the right system for your home rather than simply the biggest system possible.

Not necessarily. Solar alone can still provide excellent savings, particularly if you use a lot of electricity during the day. A battery may be worthwhile if you want to store excess solar energy for use at night, reduce your reliance on the grid or add backup capability.

Most standard grid-connected solar systems will automatically shut down during a blackout for safety. If blackout backup is important to you, we can design a suitable solar and battery system with backup functionality for selected circuits or, depending on the system, a larger portion of the home.

In many cases, yes. Whether it is straightforward will depend on your existing inverter, system design and switchboard setup. We can assess your current system and recommend the best battery upgrade option.

The payback period varies depending on the cost of the system, your electricity rates, how much energy you use and how much solar power you consume yourself. Rather than relying on a generic estimate, we can look at your actual electricity usage and give you a clearer idea of what to expect.

It is worth considering this when designing your solar system. EV charging can significantly increase your electricity usage, so allowing for future demand now may save you from having to make major changes later.

Yes. Eligible customers may be able to spread the cost of their solar or battery system over time rather than paying the full amount upfront. We can talk you through the available options and help you understand what may suit your household.

The NSW Government's Home Energy Saver program allows eligible NSW households to access a zero-interest loan of up to $15,000 for approved energy-saving upgrades, including solar and batteries. The loans are funded by the NSW Government and can be delivered through providers including Brighte.