hello all.
im interested of getting solar panels while there is still gov't grant available.
but i dont know which company to get.
some companies are offering a 1.5kWatt solar panel at $500 deposit for a total of $1692 cash or $1896 for 12months ($127/month)
can you guys help me with your advide/opinions/experience.
i may want to get the cheapest but i would like to stay away from dodgy ones.
thank you guys. btw, im in melbourne. cheers.
some people say stick to companies that have been around for a while in the belief that they will be around for a few more years so that if the panels fail in 10 years then you can collect on the warranty.
if you buy panels and an inverter made by a quality brand (what is a quality panel and inverter?) then they should last for 25 years with a 10% decline in output.
so brand over company is my tip.
the installation of panels + inverter must be done by a qualified sparky- and how difficult is it to install solar panels and an inverter? so what qualifies as a dodgy company? I think there is a fear campaign running by the establlished companies to take business from new companies. however undoubtedly there will be a dodgy company who may take money and never deliver. e.g. a company in south west queensland- Premium Solar Systems.
some people suggest going for a bigger inverter so you can add more panels later.