Chapter8-Choosing a solar installer
There are two ways to install a solar system-you pay someone to do it,or you install it yourself.
Unless you are a registered electrician and have solar experience,we recommend paying a qualified installer to install your solar panels.
The reasons for this are threefold:
Most councils require the electrics to be certified-this means the work must be done by a certified installer.Many of the rebates can only be claimed by people who have had their system installed by a qualified installer.
Solar panel suppliers often require a certified installer as well.Depending on the small print in the gurantee, doing the installatin yourself can sometimes void the gurantee.
For solar panels to work at maximum efficiency,there are many factors that need to be taken into account.Having a competent solar installer for your system means that you\'re more likely to get your solar panels working at optimum efficiency-thus saving you more money.
When selecting an installer there are several things to take into account.Collect several quotes to make sure you are getting a good deal.Make sure that your installer has had previous experience with solar systems.There are several organizations that certify solar panel installers.
Here's one place to start looking for a solar installer: