Solar installers and suppliers

[Mike Hoxbig]

Good to know. Do you know if they actually install themselves (as a company) or are they like brokers for different companies?

They supply the components and will recommend an installer in your area if you ask them...

 

[DrJohnZoidberg]

That sounds a bit unusual.

I get the feeling the PF store isn't particularly good at running an online store. Their prices are pretty competitive but feels like they're still trying to figure things out with the store side.

 

[Katelknaap]

I think they are swamped (like most solar suppliers) and are trying their best. Unfortunately, I'm still waiting for my Hubble Cloudlink or a refund on it, which I bought and paid for, many many months ago.

 

[Mike Hoxbig]

I get the feeling the PF store isn't particularly good at running an online store. Their prices are pretty competitive but feels like they're still trying to figure things out with the store side.

I think they're swamped, everyone is. There were some issues last year with communication, not sure how it is now. But I think they're focusing on just meeting demand at the moment. Maybe time to grow the team a bit...

 

[DrJohnZoidberg]

I think they are swamped (like most solar suppliers) and are trying their best. Unfortunately, I'm still waiting for my Hubble Cloudlink or a refund on it, which I bought and paid for, many many months ago.

I am sure they are, but there are lots of other places that seem to handle these things a lot better.

My experience with LiteGlo was really excellent, that's where I got my batteries through in the end.

 

[Katelknaap]

I am sure they are, but there are lots of other places that seem to handle these things a lot better.

My experience with LiteGlo was really excellent, that's where I got my batteries through in the end.

Glad you received good service. You must be itching for that install date to come around.

 

[DrJohnZoidberg]

You must be itching for that install date to come around.

Man, every time load shedding hits and I realise the inverter and batteries are just sitting in boxes in the garage

 

[RonSwanson]

Good to know. Do you know if they actually install themselves (as a company) or are they like brokers for different companies?

Neither. They make recommendations if asked. They also only make recommendations for installers that they are absolutely sure about.

 

[Katelknaap]

Check out these okes:

10Kwh Lithium Ion Batteries sale 50%

Invest today in the best batteries for solar or ups systems and be guaranteed the best performance, results, and lifespan. this kit will provide you with more than one week of back up for a standard fridge, 40 on a 55inc LCD TV...

solarboerwarehouse.co.za

Prices to good to be true, buyer beware!

 

[Katelknaap]

Man, every time load shedding hits and I realise the inverter and batteries are just sitting in boxes in the garage

I see Mike posted on his Facebook page that his booked up for more than 30 days. Lots of work available for knowledgeable trusted suppliers & installers.

 

[DuracellBunny]

Can you / are you willing to assist with a quote on material for a client in Cape Town? If so, I will DM you. (want to expand my backup system with some panels).

Sure, drop me a message with what you need.

 

[wingnut771]

Check out these okes:

10Kwh Lithium Ion Batteries sale 50%

Invest today in the best batteries for solar or ups systems and be guaranteed the best performance, results, and lifespan. this kit will provide you with more than one week of back up for a standard fridge, 40 on a 55inc LCD TV...

solarboerwarehouse.co.za

Prices to good to be true, buyer beware!

Also, I'm yet to see a 10kWh rackmount battery like that.

 

[zeb]

Check out these okes:

10Kwh Lithium Ion Batteries sale 50%

Invest today in the best batteries for solar or ups systems and be guaranteed the best performance, results, and lifespan. this kit will provide you with more than one week of back up for a standard fridge, 40 on a 55inc LCD TV...

solarboerwarehouse.co.za

Prices to good to be true, buyer beware!

Back to school is where they need to go. Can't even calculate 40% discount. And I see they're they're based in Johunnesburg

 

[DrJohnZoidberg]

I see Mike posted on his Facebook page that his booked up for more than 30 days. Lots of work available for knowledgeable trusted suppliers & installers.

Ja, I haven't got a date yet but he said his next opening would only be the end of Feb.

 

[Awesome247]

Anyone in Cape Town used Solar Advice for equipment & installation? Any feedback on the experience?

 

[DrJohnZoidberg]

Waiting for quote from PF. You are right, site says inclusive of vat. They can always hide behind Ts & Cs.

You got the quote yet?

 

[Lufuno_]

You got the quote yet?

Yip, prices on site are correct when they say incl. vat.

Of course quote mentions excluding vat prices and then vat gets added at the end.

Solar panels ETA end feb. Can be reserved if paid within 24 hours. :-(

	excl. vat	incl. vat
Sunsynk 8kW	35880​	41262​
Sunksynk Battery LFP Wall Mount 5.32Kwh	28580​	32867​

 

[DrJohnZoidberg]

Yip, prices on site are correct when they say incl. vat.

Of course quote mentions excluding vat prices and then vat gets added at the end.

Solar panels ETA end feb. Can be reserved if paid within 24 hours. :-(
View attachment 1460913

	excl. vat	incl. vat
Sunsynk 8kW	35880​	41262​
Sunksynk Battery LFP Wall Mount 5.32Kwh	28580​	32867​

Thanks! That's very unexpected, and confusing. I'm still not sure what to think now, either they quoted me wrong in November, the price really dropped by exactly 15% since then, or the price is still wrong and they just haven't figured it out.

 

[Lufuno_]

Thanks! That's very unexpected, and confusing. I'm still not sure what to think now, either they quoted me wrong in November, the price really dropped by exactly 15% since then, or the price is still wrong and they just haven't figured it out.

There is huge fluctuation every day and that is why they are asking to pay within 24 hours to lock the price. Thanks Eskom & ANC I suppose. :-(

 

[Katelknaap]

Yip, prices on site are correct when they say incl. vat.

Of course quote mentions excluding vat prices and then vat gets added at the end.

Solar panels ETA end feb. Can be reserved if paid within 24 hours. :-(
View attachment 1460913

	excl. vat	incl. vat
Sunsynk 8kW	35880​	41262​
Sunksynk Battery LFP Wall Mount 5.32Kwh	28580​	32867​

Very good price on that battery since it's listed for R 36k over at Herholdts' website.