Solar power is a great way to save money on your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint. However, whenever government incentives and subsidies are involved unscrupulous solar sales teams and providers will follow. We’ve heard dozens of stories from people who have experienced high-pressure sales tactics and overpromises with under deliveries. Sadly, we’ve been called to fix or finish many incomplete installs, and even replace entire systems for customers who have fallen victim to these sales teams.

A one of Queensland’s most-experienced solar companies, we are part of REC’s network of Gold Certified Solar Installers, bringing what we believe is one of the best solar products to our customer’s homes and businesses. Established in 1996 in Norway, REC is an international solar panel manufacturer with a brand that’s synonymous with quality, innovation, and outstanding reliability. 27 years on, the company remains true to its Norwegian roots with its head office still in Norway and a factories in Norway and Singapore.

Australia is one of the sunniest places on earth – and we are making the most of it when it comes to harnessing all that sunshine. As of October 2023, a respectable one in three rooftops had solar panels installed, generating free, clean, and sustainable energy. That said, it’s important to understand solar financing. Installing a quality solar system in your home or business needs a substantial initial outlay. It pays to seek expert advice and do your research to determine the solar panel installation cost and how to finance it.

Are you looking to take your energy independence to the next level? Then solar battery storage might be just what you need. In this guide, we’ll cover the basics of solar battery storage, including how it works, the benefits, and some popular options on the market, including those offered by Gardel Electrical & Solar, one of Queensland’s most trusted installers.

In this blog our team will be busting the myth that hotter temperatures increase the amount of energy produced by solar panels. Even though a solar PV system does produce the most energy in hotter months like December and January, this isn’t because of temperature. In fact, excessive heat actually reduces the amount of power a system can produce. As a basic rule, the power and energy produced by panels begin to decrease once the cell temperature of the panels goes above 25°C (based on standard test conditions).

So, you’ve got your shiny new electric vehicle (EV) and you’re ready to choose the perfect home charger. With so many options on the market, it can be tough to decide which one is right for you and your solar system.

Should you face your Solar Panels North? There’s a misconception that if you don’t have North facing areas on your roof, then you can’t or shouldn’t get Solar. Setting a Solar Panel North towards the sun’s rays will generate the greatest amount of electricity. However, it’s not always practical to face a panel exactly North. Perhaps your roof doesn’t have enough space in a North facing position to fit the panels, or maybe you’re only home at certain hours of the day. Because the sun moves in the sky throughout the day, it’s important to position each panel so it produces the most electricity when you need it. If you are not at home in the middle of the day it would be advantageous to produce less overall electricity by facing the panels west or east. This can allow you to spread the generation between the morning and the afternoon, to match when you use electricity.

Our team at Gardel Electrical get these types of questions from customers every week. We understand it’s a pretty complicated system, so we’ve written this blog to help you understand the facts behind STCs (Small-scale Technology Certificates) and the Solar Rebate.

So you’ve had solar installed, and now you’re wondering how to get the most out of it? This blog helps you gain a better understanding of how to save with solar using three easy steps that you can put into action right now.

What you need to know about selling surplus solar energy back to the network. You’ve chosen solar power to reduce your carbon emissions, or increase the resale value of your house, or drastically lower your power bills and even earn money from selling your excess power back to the grid, or all of the above. That is awesome! It’s an excellent investment in your future. There are some changes afoot with the recently finalised ‘Smart Solar Reforms’. These changes can affect the way your power company deals with your surplus solar energy feeding back to the power grid. Here’s what you need to know.