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Pylontech Battery Review – Is It a Good Fit for Your Home in 2025?

Written By Donna Wentworth

September 24, 2025

Pylontech isn’t the most well-known name in solar batteries — but that doesn’t mean it should be overlooked. Their Force H3X model is gaining traction as an affordable, stackable option for homes that want reliable backup and smart energy use without the premium price tag. …

Tesla Powerwall 2 Recall: What Australian Homeowners Need to Know in 2025

Written By Donna Wentworth

September 22, 2025

Tesla has announced a recall of certain Powerwall 2 batteries sold between November 2020 and June 2022. A defect in cells supplied by a third party has been identified, and affected units are being replaced under warranty at no cost. The recall doesn’t affect Powerwall 3, …

How to Set Up and Use the Sigenergy App (mySigen)

Written By Donna Wentworth

September 17, 2025

Ever opened your solar app and thought, “What does any of this actually mean?” You’re not alone. A lot of homeowners feel the same way after getting a solar battery installed. You’ve spent thousands on a top-tier system like the Sigenergy SigenStor, and now you’re staring …

Tesla Powerwall 3 vs Anker Solix X1: Which Battery Should You Choose?

Written By Donna Wentworth

September 12, 2025

You’ve just been quoted a battery system, and it’s not the one you expected. Maybe it’s the Anker SOLIX X1 — a name you’ve never heard of. Or perhaps it’s the Tesla Powerwall 3 — which you have heard of, but you’re wondering if it’s still worth the price tag. No matter whi…

Lenergy Achieves Sigenergy Gold Installer Status: What It Means for You

Written By Donna Wentworth

September 8, 2025

Lenergy has recently been recognised as a Sigenergy Gold Installer — and while that might sound like an industry label, it’s something that brings real value to homeowners considering a battery system. The Gold Installer status is part of Sigenergy’s official partner progr…

Anker SOLIX X1 Battery Review: Is It the Right Choice for Your Home in 2025?

Written By Donna Wentworth

September 1, 2025

You’ve just been quoted a battery you’ve never heard of — the Anker SOLIX X1. You’re probably thinking: “Why this brand? Is it reliable? And why aren’t they offering me a Tesla or something I recognise?” That’s a fair reaction. Especially when you’re making a five-figure i…

Will You Miss Out on the Battery Rebate While Waiting for Installation?

Written By Donna Wentworth

August 21, 2025

Will You Miss Out on the Battery Rebate While Waiting for Installation? With battery demand at an all-time high, this is the question every solar homeowner should be asking. The short answer? Yes — you might, if you leave it too late. The federal battery rebate drops in…

Can You Sell Your Extra Solar Power to the Grid — And Is It Worth It?

Written By Donna Wentworth

August 14, 2025

You’ve got solar panels on your roof and, on sunny days, they produce more power than your home can use. In most cases, that extra electricity is sent to the grid — and your energy retailer pays you a credit for it, called a feed-in tariff (FiT). Sounds simple enough, Howe…

Bidirectional EV Charging with the Sigenergy SigenStor: A Complete Guide

Written By Donna Wentworth

August 8, 2025

You’ve got solar, you’re eyeing a battery, and your EV is the biggest “battery” you own — but using it to power your home still feels murky. Is bidirectional charging real yet in Australia? What even is it? Will it work with your car? And is a DC charger worth the price compa…

Sigenergy Sigen AC EV Charger Review: Features, Costs, Pros and Cons

Written By Donna Wentworth

August 5, 2025

Choosing the right home EV charger is as important as choosing the car itself. With so many options promising speed, smart features, and solar integration, it can be hard to tell which ones genuinely deliver. The Sigenergy Sigen AC EV Charger is designed for both standard …

How to Choose a Solar Battery Size: Everything You Need To Know

Written By Donna Wentworth

August 1, 2025

Figuring out what size solar battery you need shouldn’t feel like learning a new language. Between “overnight usage,” “export limits,” and “peak sun hours,” it’s easy to feel like the more you read, the less you know. And yet—battery size is one of the most important decis…

I Have Solar — Why Am I Still Getting an Electricity Bill?

Written By Donna Wentworth

July 31, 2025

Still getting an electricity bill with solar? You’re not the only one. You’ve got panels on the roof, the sun’s doing its job — but then your power bill shows up, and it’s still hundreds of dollars. It’s frustrating, confusing, and honestly, it makes you wonder what went wron…