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NSW Battery Rebate Suspended: What This Means for Solar and Battery Buyers in 2025

Written By Donna Wentworth

June 10, 2025

If you’ve been considering a home battery in NSW, you’ve likely come across news about the state’s battery rebate program—and now, the unexpected update that it’s coming to an end. From 1 July 2025, the NSW Government will suspend its battery installation rebate, which has…

ESY Sunhome HM6 Battery Review – Is It the Right Choice for Your Home?

Written By Donna Wentworth

June 5, 2025

If you’re thinking about adding a battery to your solar setup, you’ve probably noticed there are a lot of options out there. Each one claims to be the smartest, most powerful, most reliable system on the market. It can be overwhelming trying to figure out which battery actual…

What Are Peak Electricity Times in Australia And Why Should You Care?

Written By Donna Wentworth

June 3, 2025

Do you know that running your dishwasher at 7 pm costs more than doing it at 10 pm? It’s the same appliance, same power usage, so why the price difference? Most people don’t realise that electricity isn’t priced equally all day. Depending on when you use it, the cost ca…

Can I Get My Solar Installed for Free? Here’s What You Need to Know

Written By Donna Wentworth

June 2, 2025

You’re probably wondering, “Can I actually get solar installed without paying anything upfront?” It’s a question we hear all the time—especially when we’re out speaking with homeowners face-to-face. It’s easy to see why people are sceptical—getting solar with no upfront co…

Update: Clarifying the Stacking of Federal and NSW Battery Rebates

Written By Donna Wentworth

May 29, 2025

Please note: This blog was published prior to the NSW Battery Rebate being suspended. Please refer to our updated blog NSW Battery Rebate Suspended: What This Means For Solar and Battery Buyers in 2025 Following the 6 April 2025 announcement by the Australian Government an…

Problems with Sigenergy: What You Need to Know

Written By Donna Wentworth

May 20, 2025

Are you considering getting a Sigenergy battery for your solar system needs? Perhaps, you already own one and are running into some problems with Sigenstor? As all systems, Sigenergy isn’t perfect and can run into some troubles. In saying this. There ARE solutions (and we’re …

Can You Install a Sigenergy Battery Outside?

Written By Donna Wentworth

May 16, 2025

When it comes to solar batteries, one of the first questions you might ask is, “Can I install it outside?” It’s a practical consideration. After all, outdoor installation saves precious indoor space. However, you might wonder if it’s safe, efficient, or even recommended. If y…

What Factors Really Affect Your Electricity Bill?

Written By Donna Wentworth

May 13, 2025

Why is your electricity bill still going up when you feel like you’re doing everything right? You switch off the lights when unused. You don’t run the heater all day. You’re not using any new appliances. And yet, month after month, the bill keeps climbing.  At Lene…

Off-Grid Solar Systems: Pros & Cons

Written By Donna Wentworth

May 9, 2025

Ever wondered what it’s like to live without relying on the grid? Maybe your property’s too remote to connect easily, or maybe you’re just tired of rising electricity prices and want more control. Off-grid solar sounds appealing. No power bills, no outages, full independen…

Sigenergy Officially Becomes Australia’s No.1 Home Battery Brand

Written By Donna Wentworth

May 6, 2025

Sigenergy Takes the Top Spot: What the SunWiz Report RevealsWhy More Australians Are Choosing Sigenergy1. Proven Performance You Can Rely On2. Smart, Expandable Design3. Future-Ready Technology4. Access to Government Rebates and Incentives5. Trusted by Installers and Industry…

The Most Common Air Conditioning Problems and How to Fix Them

Written By Donna Wentworth

May 2, 2025

Air conditioning issues are frustrating, especially when they happen at the worst possible time. But the good news is that many common problems of air conditioners are preventable or easily fixable. Whether your AC is leaking, making strange noises, or refusing to turn on, un…

Why Do Different Companies Charge More for Air Conditioning Services?

Written By Donna Wentworth

April 22, 2025

Have you ever wondered why air conditioning companies charge such different prices for installation, maintenance, or repairs? You might get a quote from one company that seems like a bargain, while another company charges almost double for what looks like the same service. So…