Something to consider when choosing a solar provider is to confirm how long they have been in business. You should be given this information as a part of your solar quote but if you are unsure, you can always look up the given business and its ABN number. While you’re doing this, it would also be wise to read Facebook and Google reviews as often this reflects business credibility.

The reason for doing this is to ensure you can trust your provider to install solar on your home. It is becoming more frequent that we are seeing customers being taken advantage of by ‘solar cowboys‘ as we say. The last thing you want after making an investment in renewable energy and solar PV energy is faulty panels, a poor installation or a lack of communication and after-sales service. An article written by the ABC in 2019 said some ‘concerning trends’ to look out for include pressuring salespeople, businesses that have not been around for long and unaffordable credits.

Additionally, we recommend researching your desired panels and inverters before purchasing, to provide an overview of what materials and consequently what costs to expect. Once you have this knowledge, you should feel confident in asking your solar provider if they conducted testing on these products before adopting them.