Should I install a solar battery? Six factors to consider

Home Adding battery storage to your solar power system can maximise your solar investment. A battery helps reduce your reliance on the grid by storing the excess solar energy you have not used during the day and saving it for later use: at night, on low sunlight days, when utility rates are more expensive or […]

Can I have solar hot water without the tank on my roof?

Home A Solar hot water system is a smart way to reduce the energy used to heat your household water. It stores energy from the sun for later use like a home battery, but in the form of hot water, helping you minimise your reliance on the grid. Solar hot water is more affordable than a […]

Why electricity prices have gone up and 4 ways to protect yourself

Home The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), in its National Electricity Market (NEM) snapshot, said wholesale costs soared 141 per cent in the first quarter of 2022 compared with the same period last year. This announcement is particularly worrying for households without solar, who are set to experience energy bill shock, with a significant increase in wholesale electricity prices […]

Need hot water fast? Future-proof your replacement water heater with Solahart Solar-Ready

Home When your water heater breaks down, you need to make quick decisions. Even if you’ve been considering solar, in the heat of the moment, most people opt for a simple like-for-like replacement to get them back in hot water as soon as possible. But, what if you could choose a replacement water heater that […]

Why is my energy bill so high? 3 reasons why you’re spending too much on energy bills

Home Are you noticing that your energy bills are higher than usual? If you dread looking at your bills, it’s time to take action to ensure your hip pocket doesn’t keep taking a hit. With Australia’s cost of living amongst the most expensive on the planet, reducing your energy consumption is one of the best […]

The smartest way to invest in solar

Home Australia is one of the sunniest places on the planet, so it’s not surprising that the lucky country also has the highest uptake of rooftop solar panels in the world. In fact, there are now over three million solar systems installed on homes and businesses around the country. With solar energy’s proven ability to […]

How does solar power work?

Home Solar power is a great and proven way to reduce your energy bills, but have you ever wondered how it works? In this article, we will explore: How solar power works in providing electricity to your household; Why choosing solar power makes sense; and How you can store excess solar power for later use […]

Will my solar still work on cloudy or rainy days?

Home Did you know that Australia has the highest solar radiation per square metre of any continent on the planet? At 58 million petajoules per year, it’s approximately 10,000 times larger than our total energy consumption1. Which is why for most Australians, using the abundant sunshine to power your home and heat your water makes so much […]

Solahart is a partner in the 2022 Home Design Renovation of the Year competition

Home Have you recently renovated your home? If so, here is your chance to win a $9,000 cash prize! Solahart is proud to be a partner in the 2022 Home Design Renovation of the Year competition, which gives you the chance to win a top prize of $9,000 and feature in Home Design Magazine. There […]

Solahart helps supply solar power to disadvantaged communities in Nigeria

Home Solahart recently teamed up with The Alight Project to pioneer an innovative project that supplies working solar power panels to disadvantaged communities in Nigeria. The initiative fosters work and education, providing communities with basic lighting and the opportunity to charge devices such as phones, computers and tablets. Solahart Gold Coast and Hervey Bay are working closely with Tina […]