Personalise your
solar system to your
lifestyle and needs.
and have confidence your investment
is right for you.
What makes us different ?
Solar Right WA is a Perth based energy company focusing on Solar, Battery Storage, Electric Vehicles and Off Grid.
Our attention to detail and execution in our work is world class and we only supply superior products that we stand by and you can trust. Our team has over 40 years in the electrical and
solar industry and we work closely with Western
Power and Synergy to ensure we deliver a premium
system on every project.
We understand your needs to meet investment criteria and we provide you with all the financial information you need to make an informed commercial decision
Mari
Administration and Office Manager
Mari joined the team in 2017 and provides a great approach to the scheduling and day to day operations of the business. Mari has an uplifting personality and has a great relationship with all the team.
GREIG
PARKINSON
Director and Quality Control
Greig has been actively engaged in Perth’s renewable energy industry for over 15 years. After working in the solar industry for many years Greig identified the need for a company that focuses on Honesty, Quality, Service, Integrity & Superior Products.
Greig has established a reputation as a hard-working businessman who ensures high standards of quality and service are delivered on every project and has an unrelenting passion for knowledge in the ever-evolving renewable energy industry.
NATASHA
Accounting & Marketing
Natasha joined the team in 2018 and provides a wealth of experience and knowledge. Natasha assists in the financial, marketing and growth of the business and helps clients to understand how to maximise solar with her 10 ‘Super Saving Tips’.
NATHAN
ABDY
Director and Project Manager
Nathan has been strongly focused in Perth’s renewable energy industry for over 10 years. With the ongoing fossil fuel and financial pressures Australia is facing Nathan appreciates the importance of renewable energy and battery storage in the residential and commercial sector in WA.
Nathan has built a reputation as an innovative, honest, hard-working businessman with an extremely high level of attention to detail who will not compromise on quality.
Meet the team
All our installers are experienced, qualified, licensed Electricians and Clean Energy Council (CEC) trained and accredited. The Solar Right WA team attend regular training to ensure that we provide our clients with the appropriate information so they can make an informed decision.
Our diverse team provide expert local knowledge of Perth and surrounding areas and have the dedication to meet and exceed our client’s expectations on every project. Solar Right WA strive to be the natural choice for our clients.
Solar in WA
Solar Panels
1. Solar Panels
Your solar panels are made up of silicon photovoltaic (PV) cells. When sunlight hits your solar panels, the solar PV cells absorb the sunlight’s rays and electricity is
produced via the Photovoltaic Effect. The electricity produced
by your panels is called Direct Current (DC) electricity,
and which is not suitable to be used in your home by your
appliances. Instead, the DC electricity is directed to
your solar inverter.
Inverter
2. Inverter
Your inverter is able to convert the DC electricity into Alternating Current (AC) electricity, which can be used in your home. From here, the AC electricity is directed to your switchboard.
Switchboard
3. Switch Board
A switchboard allows your usable AC electricity to be sent to the appliances in your home. Your switchboard will always ensure that your solar energy will be used first to power your home, only accessing additional energy
from the grid when your solar production is not enough.
Utility Meter
4. Utility Meter
All households with solar are required to have a bi-directional meter (utility meter), which your electricity retailer will install for you. A bi-directional meter is able
to record all the power that is drawn to the house, but also
record the amount of solar energy that is exported back
to the grid. This is called net-metering.
Grid
5. Grid
Any unused solar electricity is then sent back to the grid. Exporting solar power back to the grid will earn you a credit on your electricity bill, called a feed-in tariff (FiT). Your electricity bills will then take into account the electricity you purchase from the grid, plus credits for the electricity generated by your solar power system that you don’t use.
With solar power, you don’t need to switch it on in the morning or switch it off at night – the system will do this seamlessly and automatically. You also don’t need to switch between solar power and the grid, as your solar system can determine when is best to do so based on the amount of energy being consumed in your home. In fact a solar system requires very little maintenance (as there are no moving parts) which means you’ll hardly know it’s there. This also means a good quality solar power system will last a long time. Your solar inverter (usually installed in your garage or in an accessible spot), can provide you with information like the amount of electricity being produced at any particular point in time or how much it has generated for the day or in total since it has been operating. Many quality inverters feature wireless connectivity and easy to use online monitoring.
If it seems complicated, don’t worry; one of Solar Right WA’s expert Energy Consultant’s will guide you through the process of how solar power works either by phone, email or via a no obligation home consultation.
Solar power works by converting light from the sun into electricity.
This is done by installing solar panels on your roof which generate DC (Direct Current) electricity. This is then fed into a solar inverter which converts the DC electricity from your solar panels into AC (Alternating Current) electricity.
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FAQs
What applications do I need to make to Western Power & Synergy?
None, our specialist team take care of everything for you from start to finish so you don’t need to do anything except enjoy the savings that your new system will generate.
What applications do I need to make to Western Power & Synergy?
None, our specialist team take care of everything for you from start to finish so you don’t need to do anything except enjoy the savings that your new system will generate.
What size system do i need ?
Selecting the right system size depends on a few key elements:
- Your budget
- Available roof space
- Electricity usage
- Future energy plans (Electric Vehicle & Battery Storage)
- Are you planning to add a pool pump?
We are now at a pivotal point where it is better to select a larger system due to the lower cost of solar panels, higher electricity usage and the fast payback on additional kilowatts.
If you have the roof space, we recommend selecting a system size of at least 5kW.
The current biggest seller is 6.64kW system with a 5kW inverter for daily usage of 15-30kWh.
Are solar panel & inverter brands important?
Making the choice to invest in a solar system that will be a stress-free solution hinges massively on the reliability of your solar PV panels and inverter. Your system will be exposed to over 130,000 hours of Australia’s unrelenting sunlight, harsh environment & extreme conditions over its lifespan.
The more prominent established brands tend to offer better warranty terms, higher efficiency rates, advanced technology and lower degradation rates. However, they do tend to be more expensive. When it comes to cheaper solar panels, on the other hand, the saying that ‘buy once buy right’ has never been more applicable.
Do I need to pay upfront or is there finance options?
We have partnered with Brighte finance to provide our clients a trusted financial pathway if you don’t have access to the funds to pay upfront for the solar system.
Can I add a
battery later?
We have a solution for every solar system to facilitate adding a battery. We can retrofit and reconfigure your existing system for storage and blackout protection to accommodate your budget and requirements.
Can I add a battery
later?
We have a solution for every solar system to facilitate adding a battery. We can retrofit and reconfigure your existing system for storage and blackout protection to accommodate your budget and requirements.
What rebates are available?
There are 2 rebates available with solar.
- There are federal rebates up to $7000 available for rooftop solar and battery storage which can significantly reduce the cost of purchasing and installing a solar system.
- A feed-in tariff rebate is the rate you are paid for any electricity generated by your rooftop solar system that is fed back into the grid in WA which is automatically allocated on your Synergy account.
How Many Solar Panels
Do I Need?
The number of solar panels that you need depends on the system size that you select.
The solar industry is constantly evolving to achieve greater efficiency & productivity.
A 6.64 kW solar system currently consists of 16 x 415W solar panels which are generally 1750mm x 1095mm in size.
Do I need my electricity meter changed?
To install a solar power system you’ll need to have a bi-directional energy meter that is capable of separately measuring and recording electricity flows in each direction – how much energy you consume from the grid vs. how much
excess energy you export back to the grid (thanks to your solar system).
If you don’t already have a bi-directional meter, your meter will need to be replaced, reprogrammed or reconfigured to ensure it’s compatible with your solar power system. We’ll work with Western Power to arrange this on your behalf and all metering costs incurred will be charged on the bill following your installation.
Metering Costs to switch to DEBS
Meter upgrade fee: $96.50 (inclusive of GST)
Meter reprogram fee : $96.50 (inclusive of GST)
Energy efficiency services
Having our team asses your property and taking up one of our fantastic solar installation offers, we can help design some simple changes to your daily energy usage routine where you will reap the rewards. Having our team asses your property and taking up one of our fantastic solar installation offers, we can help design some simple changes to your daily energy usage routine where you will reap the rewards.
Contact Us
At Solar Right WA, we focus on providing all our clients in the Domestic and Commercial sector with a superior service. With over 35 years of experience in the solar, electrical, communications and air-conditioning industries, we have the passion, innovation, skills, knowledge and experience required to deliver an outstanding project first time, every time for all our clients