Solar Installers for South Africa
Most solar installers in South Africa will travel to install a system, so location is not the determining factor. It is important to compare apples with apples when dealing with what exactly will be installed, so if you want to optimise for cost, then ask for pricing on a 5kW victron system with 5kW of solar panels and 10kWh of Lithium batteries.
Some factors to consider with Solar Installers in SA:
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Experience and reputation: Look for a solar installer with a proven track record of successful installations in South Africa. Check their online reviews and ask for references from past customers to get an idea of their reputation. Google reviews are very useful here. A search for solar installer reviews for Randburg, Johannesburg gives a surprising number of 5 star reviews. The Green Way Solar scored 5/5 stars average over 47 reviews which seems outstanding.
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Qualifications and certifications: This is perhaps not as important in SA as other countries as we all know that qualifications can be bought. Although not a regulatory body, you can look for installers who are registered with the South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) and have certified installers on staff.
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Warranty and after-sales service: Look for a solar installer who offers a comprehensive warranty on their products and services, and who provides after-sales service and support in case of any issues.
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Cost and value for money: While cost is an important factor, it's important to remember that the cheapest option may not always be the best. Look for a solar installer who offers value for money by providing high-quality products and services at a fair price. Look out for installers who offer lead acid batteries, not because there is anything wrong with Lead Acid, but because 10kWh of lead acid battery does NOT equal 10kWh of lithium ion batteries, see the Solar Battery page for details of this.
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Financing options: Look for a solar installer who offers financing options or can help you navigate the process of obtaining financing for your solar power system.
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Customer service: Look for a solar installer who provides excellent customer service and is willing to answer any questions you may have about the installation process or the solar power system itself. If the sales person is not interested, then the installation team is unlikely to be.
- Tax benefits: in 2023 SA announced that there would be tax benefits to installing a solar system. Choose a company who can get you that benefit.
Solar installers in Johannesburg, South Africa
The Green Way Solar
https://www.thegreenwaysolar.co.za/
011 568 4266
Crazy good reviews on Google, good value, old website, helpful and informed staff, good for complicated installations.
Solarium Energy
www.solariumenergy.co.za
010 593 0837
Lots of brands, knowledgable staff, what you see is what you get.
Solarworx
Been around for a long, long time, way before loadshedding started. Lots of experience.
Solar installers in Cape Town, South Africa
Max Yield
https://maxyield.co.za/
082 419 3337
Great reviews (which is rare in CT), knowledgeable staff.
Treetops
https://treetopssolar.co.za/
tel:0217061227
Good all round service, crazy business name, do everything, good reviews