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Your solar system may not always collect sufficient electricity to cover your daily power needs therefore you can still import electricity from the Grid. Your power consumption and the size of the unit will affect how much electricity is generated however on days when there is too little sunlight and during the night your system will automatically switch to the Grid.
Australia is world renowned for its sunny climate however we do not always best use our abundance of sunlight. Sunlight is a natural clean energy resource and once you pay the initial investment for the solar system to be installed all the electricity you collect is completely free. Your solar system lifespan is over 25 years so it is a long term savings of your household running costs over this time.
The optimal space to install your panels is a north or north/west facing roof, however if this is not possible, we can likewise establish the solar panels on your shed, verandah, pergola and other residential areas.
Tilt mounting systems can be installed to adequately slant your solar panels so that they can still collect the maximum energy from the sun.
The electricity collected from the solar system panel is converted from direct current (DC) to 240V alternating current (AC) through the inverter. Once it has been converted into AC it is then fed back into your house or into the electricity grid. The credits you receive from your power will depend on your state’s FIT (Feed in Tariff).
Factors such as the size of the system, direction of your roof, types of appliances and household consumption will all influence the electricity requirements. Our qualified installers can design and install a system that best suits your needs so that you can attain the best result from your system.
The solar system only generates electricity through the collection of sunlight. Therefore, at night no solar panel system is able to generate solar electricity so the household will obtain power directly from the grid. However during the day the collected electricity is still fed back into the grid.
On sunny days your solar system will obtain the best possible electricity generated, however on cloudy days the panels will not generate the same amount. You can expect the panels to collect around half the output that would be achieved on a sunny day. If the electricity for a cloudy day is not sufficient enough to cover the household requirements, the system will use power directly from the grid.
During an electricity black out all solar systems will automatically switch off and re-connect once electricity has been restored to avoid any safety issues that may occur for the electricians repairing the line.
Our panels and inverters are sourced from the world’s most reputable solar manufacturers. All our panels come with a 25 year performance guarantee to resist water, salt and pollution corrosion along with weather extremes such as hail and storms. Our inverters are designed to the highest standards and each are encased in weatherproof housing, backed by a 5 year manufacturer’s warranty that can be extended to 10 years at an additional cost.
A number of our systems are upgradeable; however this all depends on the inverter size.
The size of your solar energy system will depend on; the physical unshaded area available for the installation of panels; how much you are prepared to spend; and what portion of your electrical consumption you wish to generate. To help determine what size system will give you the best output to meet your electricity requirements of your house please contact one of our solar specialist on 1300 361 682, sales@captaingreen.com.au or click here to enquire online.
A typical Australian house consumes around 18-24 kilowatt hours (kWh) per day so a 1-3kW system displaces an average of 25-40% of your average electricity bill. Solar system panels produce more electricity in summer than they do in winter.
Once your solar power system is installed you will require a new meter. If you have an older style accumulation meter (with spinning disk) this will need to be replaced with an interval meter or smart meter. This is because an accumulation meter does not record the electricity you export to the grid or the electricity you import from the grid. An interval meter or a smart meter provides half hourly readings of the electricity you consume and the surplus electricity you generate. The new meters are provided by your electricity distribution provider at an additional cost.
After your solar energy system has been installed and if you would like to receive your relevant Feed in Tariff, you will need to enter into a contract with your electricity provider to access your state’s Feed in Tariff. This will also include the installation of a smart meter if not already installed. We hope to make your switch to solar easy and affordable.

What our recent customers have to say!

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Sunshine

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19 days ago

Had our new 13Kw system installed today. The guys were very professional and we were very happy with their install. Have used them on 3 properties now as they are good value and excellent service. They had to use scissors to reach our 3 story roof, hence the higher cost for our property.

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Jane

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2 months ago

The panel installation went smoothly and updates were made regarding progress. Inspite of our site being difficult to access the solar installers, were able to install the panels. The customer service team member Daniel was very prompt at responding to my queries. He gave timely updates prior to installation and during and after installation of solar. We are happy with the service.

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Tim C.

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4 months ago

John is very friendly and helpful with the solar panels selection. He also provides a very competitive price as well.

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Suzy

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4 months ago

I was extremely happy with the quoting, it was clear to me as to what was going to be installed, Captain green solar sales representative, Zack was a pleasure to deal with, he was very supportive throughout the whole process, even after the job was done I had some questions he politely answered my questions from the first contact everything went smoothly, the installation went like clockwork with no delays, the installers arrived on time as arranged, all were very polite and cleaned up once the job was done, A very professional company who I would recommend to anyone thinking of having solar installed

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MITUL Darji

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9 months ago

I'm incredibly pleased with the service provided by Matt. Throughout the sales and quoting process, Matt was thorough and transparent, patiently answering all our questions and ensuring we understood the options available to us. The installation itself went smoothly. Moreover, the customer service provided was exceptional. He not only assisted in coordinating the grid connection after the installation but also went above and beyond to ensure we were satisfied with every aspect of the process. I highly recommend them. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to customer satisfaction truly set them apart.

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Thanh Vinh Nguyen

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9 months ago

Reliable service and consultation by Alex. They delivered the quote and closed the dal very quickly Good selection of solar panels and changing to the desired brand was seamless. Everything was taken care of, I did not have to do anything. installation was also quick and professional as it was done in a day.

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Ellie Assa

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9 months ago

I spoke with Alex at Captain Green and he was very informative, knowledgeable, and helpful. He guided my throughout the whole process and kept me informed. He even checked up post-installation and followed up promptly with any queries I had. The installation was quick about 3hrs with a quick rundown on how to use the online app. The panels and inverter are quality products at great prices. captain Green is reliable, trustworthy, and easy to deal with. They had an online tracking system so you could keep track of your solar installation at every stage.

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Annabel Scholes

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10 months ago

Alex Smith from captain Green solar was helpful and knowledgeable. Although i ended up not purchasing a solar system his advice was extremely useful. they honoured the refund on my deposit