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How Solar Roof Vents Help Cool Your Home

One of the best ways to keep your home cool this summer is to add a solar powered rooftop ventilation fan. Solar roof vents will draw heat from the roof space which will help to keep your living spaces much cooler and reduce the cost of running air conditioning.

The temperatures in your roof cavity can reach between 50 to 70°C during an Australia summer. This heat is transferred to the ceiling in the home, impacting living spaces. The best way to reduce these high temperatures is to install a MaxBreeze Solar Roof Fan….

4 Considerations for Choosing the Best Solar Battery

If you’ve considered making the switch to solar, you’ve probably wondered whether you need battery storage. It’s not essential to have a battery, however including one in your installation gives you a lot of added benefits.

Why do you need solar battery storage?
In a typical grid connected solar system setup, there are two main components: the solar panels that generate solar energy, and the solar inverter that converts solar energy into electricity. The only problem is that the solar energy from your panels can only be used as it’s produced. So, if your solar panels generate more power than …

Solar Panel Costs and Solar System Prices

Over the last 15 years solar power has been one of the fastest growing industries in Australia. During this time the solar panel cost and the price of standard solar power systems has fallen dramatically. This is mostly due to improvements in technology.

In 2010, with the help of generous government rebates, a 5kW solar panel system cost around $10,000. Today, despite lower government subsidies, a quality 6.6kW system has a price of around $5,000.

Most solar products are produced in China. The costs of producing solar panels and solar inverters have reached rock bottom in the last …

Why the Max Power MPS-390N Panel is Ideal for Australian Conditions

The Max Power 390 Watt MPS-390N solar panel combines leading technology with long warranties making it ideal for Australian conditions.

Australia experiences many sunny days with long daylight hours in summer. This makes it ideal for solar. However, our summers are very hot and roof temperatures easily reach 65°C. making it harsh for panels. We experience southerly busters and east coast lows that generate high winds, storms and clouds. All up, Australian conditions are tough on solar panels.

This means Australian consumers need to carefully consider which solar panel they choose. Does it have the technology and features to not only …

The Price of Everyday Products is Rising – Save Money with These Powerful Solar Products

Many Australians are feeling the pinch right now, with everything from lettuce to petrol costing more each day. Coupled with interest rate rises and low wage growth, the average Aussie needs to find other ways to save money. When you think about it, reducing unnecessary costs is almost the same as giving yourself a pay rise.

There are so many ways to save money around the home. Some will have a small impact while others will be quite dramatic. So, it’s really your choice on how much you’d like to save. Every little bit adds up, and there are several money-saving …

7 Reasons to Choose Max Power Solar MPS-390N Panel Now LG Solar Has Gone

LG has left the solar market. Customers who want premium quality solar panels with superior technology and features are scratching their heads about which panel to choose. In this article, we look at 7 Reasons to choose the Max Power Solar MPS-390N as the obvious alternative to the LG Neon H+ Solar Panel.

For many years, the LG NeON panels were considered the best available in the Australian market, featuring leading technology backed with a long (25-year) product warranty.

Now LG solar is gone, customers who wanted LG panels must now consider other panel brands. When selecting another panel brand, you …

The Top 5 Solar Myths Debunked

If you’ve heard some wild claims about solar energy and wondered if they’re true, you’re in the right place. Let’s look at some common solar energy myths and then analyse the facts.
1. Solar panels don’t work when it’s cloudy
The optimal weather conditions for solar panels are clear, sunny days. When your solar panels receive uninterrupted, direct sunlight, they will perform at their best. Clouds obviously reduce the amount of direct sunlight your panels receive, and therefore reduce solar energy production. However, it’s not quite true that solar panels don’t work in cloudy conditions.

You’ll …

Calculate Your Solar Panel Payback Period with These Simple Steps

Beyond contributing to increased sustainability and energy efficiency, solar power systems can create considerable savings for your household by reducing your energy bill. While the initial investment of installing solar can seem high, when you factor in the lifetime benefits of generating solar to help power your home, the costs are definitely worth the outlay.

When considering solar, it can be useful to understand when and how you will make your money back on your investment. Here we will discuss the components …

8 Tips to Keep Your Energy Bill Lower During Winter

As the winter months approach and the days get shorter, it’s a good idea to start thinking about your home’s energy efficiency. During winter, with the majority of us spending more time at home, energy use can spike. As a result, our power bills can skyrocket. Therefore, it’s important to consider your energy consumption and the potential for reducing your power costs. Even small changes can lead to helpful savings, so here are a few tips on how to keep your energy bill lower during winter….

Why Solar Power Is the Healthy Choice for Your Family

Many people are making the switch to solar energy because of the financial benefits. With solar energy being completely free, you can obviously slash your electricity bill with a solar panel installation. If you choose a solar system battery, you can virtually eradicate electricity bills altogether – and some solar batteries help protect your home from power outages.

We know that solar is a smart choice financially, but what about the other benefits? Switching to solar is a healthy choice for your family, and it’s something that everybody can benefit from in more ways than one. Let’s take …

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How Solar Roof Vents Help Cool Your Home

4 Considerations for Choosing the Best Solar Battery

Solar Panel Costs and Solar System Prices

Why the Max Power MPS-390N Panel is Ideal for Australian Conditions

The Price of Everyday Products is Rising – Save Money with These Powerful Solar Products

7 Reasons to Choose Max Power Solar MPS-390N Panel Now LG Solar Has Gone

The Top 5 Solar Myths Debunked

Calculate Your Solar Panel Payback Period with These Simple Steps

8 Tips to Keep Your Energy Bill Lower During Winter

Why Solar Power Is the Healthy Choice for Your Family

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