solar advice

  1. SargeZA

    Removing Eskom from property COMPLETELY

    Hi, Hope i can get guidance from experts here. I have an Eskom rural connection - paying Network, admin fees etc. which make up 90% of my bill. Looking to go completely off grid - but how or can I have Eskom remove my meter and connection. Have heard it can be done, Have heard it is not...
  3. F

    Is Solar Advice a reputable company?

    Hi. My mother wants to buy a solar system and I dread the idea of her getting ripped off. Solar Advice looks like a good company. Have any of you guys dealt with them? I have heard stories of people setting up fake companies to steal money. Thanks for the help. https://solar.co.za/
  4. J

    Lithium Battery Pre-Assembled Enclosed Rack

    Hi MBB, Does anyone know where I can source one of these locally? Excluding the batteries of course, but something with the busbar installed in the cabinet itself. Would also consider building myself if needed.
  5. A

    Are solar inverter sizes limited to the outside electrical meter and cable to house

    Hi All I've being getting some quotes on a hybrid solar solution. So far all companies have come out and did an onsite evaluation. Mostly all recommended an 8KW inverter to cater for the daily loads and spikes that go with it. However, one company told me that I am limited to a 5kw inverter...
  6. Jan

    Buying solar panels and batteries for home backup power - what to consider

    What you should know before installing solar panels and batteries at your home There are several factors to consider before investing in solar power for your home, ranging from the specifications of the inverter to the system's impact on your short-term insurance. South African residents...
    • Jan
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    • elite risk eskom load-shedding neil berrow solar advice tarina vlok
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  7. Benedict A55h0le not

    CoCT`s crap solar policy.

    Why is it that only CoCT has a R6k registration fee? Why is it that JHB does not have to pay the network charge on pre-paid? Nobody is able to go solar in the Cape, its failing because of CoCT! Also, it was CoCT that introduced all the solar tariffs to punish solar investments further. Times...
  8. Jan

    Solar Advice's basic off-grid solar power system prices compared

    How much it costs to get solar power and say goodbye to Eskom Going off-grid to escape the clutches of load-shedding is relatively expensive, with prices ranging from R172,420 to over R500,000. The cost depends on household electricity usage and how many days the system must last without...
  9. G

    Looking to have solar installed

    I am looking at installing a solar system installed in my house and Synergy Energy Solutions has provided us a quote. The problem is I cannot find much about them online and I am understandably concerned about paying them over 100k if they are not trustworthy. I'm wondering if anyone here has...
  10. M

    Recommended 12v batteries

    I currently have 2x100ah royal 1111k batteries to keep me going during load shedding. Even though the inverter cuts out at 50% dod they have not lasted very well. I need to replace them. Can anyone recommend some decent 12v 100ah batteries? Can anyone comment on the royal dc31 batteries? A few...
  11. N

    Advice needed Solar System

    Hi All I would like to ask for some assistance, I am busy buying a house which has a solar system installed, 12X 335W panels, 3x2.5 KW lithium ion batteries, and a mecer 5kw inverter. currently 2x 200L geysers (traditional), one on Eskom and other is disconnected as the additional 200L is...
  12. Jan

    Backup batteries for load-shedding - you get what you pay for

    Common load-shedding battery mistakes to avoid What you should know before choosing a backup battery.
  13. Weable Technology

    Going Off-Grid

    With the current loadshedding problems in South Africa, we're looking into solar energy and what it will take to go off the grid. What are your thoughts?
  14. M

    Inverter Comparison

    Hi. I'm obviously new to solar and looking to install a system at home. I'm looking at a 8kw inverter and need to choose between the following: Sunsynk 8kw Deye 8kw Kodak og-7.2 I need something that is reliable as it is quite a lot of money to spend. The Kodak is a lot cheaper that the other...
  15. Jan

    Off-grid system prices from Solar Advice

    How much it costs to escape Eskom and load-shedding — for good With enough solar panels and a big enough battery bank, it is possible to go completely off-grid. Here is how much you will pay to ditch Eskom entirely.
  16. Hanno Labuschagne

    What you can do about clouds slashing your solar power

    What you can do about clouds slashing your solar power Research shows that a small amount of cloud cover can have a dramatic impact on the amount of power a solar panel produces. Solar Advice director Neil Berrow says there are ways to compensate for South Africa’s cloudy days. According to...
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