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10 Easy Steps to Your New Solar System

26 September 2022

10 Easy Steps to Your New Solar System

As an approved solar installer under the Solar Victoria Solar Homes Program, O'Brien Electrical & Plumbing Rowville is helping eligible Victorian households take charge of their power bills. Below is some information on the Solar Homes Program and 10 easy steps to have a new solar power system installed in your home.

About the program

The Solar Homes Program is helping eligible Victorian households take control over their power bills, adopt renewable energy and provide a cleaner, better future for all Victorians. The program makes it easier to get solar with rebates for solar panels (PV), solar hot water, solar batteries, and energy efficient heating and cooling systems, along with incentives including interest-free loans for solar panels (PV).

Your new solar system

 

10 Easy Steps to Your New Solar System

O'Brien Electrical & Plumbing Rowville have a dedicated team of solar experts to help ease the process for you and to provide a service that is reliable, on-time, and of the highest standards. Below are the 10 steps we will take with you in order to have your new solar system installed:

Step 1: Accept the quote

We will provide you with a quote to install either a solar panel (PV) system or battery (or both!). Once you are happy with the quote, we can then proceed with the application.

Step 2: Apply for the solar panel or battery rebate

If you are eligible, you can apply for your rebate with Solar Victoria. We will provide all of the information to get you started. Once your application is completed, you will receive an email confirming your eligibility.

Step 3: Materials ordered

In preparation for your installation, our team will order all of the required materials for your job. We will keep you updated on timelines and stock availability – there’s no need for you to worry about any of it.

Step 4: Installation is scheduled

We will find a date that works for you to get your system installed.

Step 5: The installation

Now the exciting part begins, your solar system is ready to be installed! We will arrive at the scheduled date and time – ensuring we are on time and there is no mess left behind.

Step 6: Final payment

Now your system is installed, you will receive the final invoice.

Step 7: Inspection

An independent electrical inspector will contact you directly to arrange a time to review your system, ensuring it is safe and all standards are met.

Step 8: Meter reconfiguration 

We send everything required to your power distributor. They will notify you once your meter has been reconfigured and you can now receive feed-in tariffs from your energy retailer.

Step 9: Solar Victoria claim

Our team will submit all documentation to Solar Victoria for the final processing of your rebate.

Step 10: Enjoy the savings from your new solar system!

Congratulations on your new system installation. You can now sit back and enjoy all of the benefits of your new system.

To make sure you’re getting the most out of your new solar system, check out our article here. Or, for tips on how to be more energy-efficient within your home or office take a look at this article. 

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