What happens on install day for solar and a battery, and how long does it take?
Most of our installs take about one day, with our own electricians on site, and the grid connection usually follows 1 to 3 weeks later. Because we visit your home first, there are no surprises on the day. Larger systems can take longer: the Australian Government says installs can take 1 to 3 days depending on size and complexity.
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Before install day
- Free energy assessment from 1 or 2 power bills.
- Design and proposal, signed when you are happy.
- A face-to-face site visit: battery position, switchboard and RCBO check, access and anything else that could cause a surprise.
- We handle the grid application and the rebate paperwork.
On the day
- Our electricians arrive, run through the plan with you and agree the inverter and battery positions.
- Rails and panels go on the roof, with safety rails where needed.
- The inverter and battery are mounted, cabled to the switchboard and protected (a bollard where needed).
- We test and commission the system, set up your monitoring app and show you how to use it.
- You get the paperwork, including the warranties and shut-down procedure.
If it rains non-stop, the roof work can be delayed for safety. The government notes you should not be charged extra for a rain delay.
After the install
Your system is usually switched on after the grid connection is approved, which typically takes 1 to 3 weeks. We run a sign-off call once you are connected. See our full process.
Do I need to be home?
It helps for the first and last parts of the day. We need access to your switchboard and any roof cavity.
Why locals choose us
- Our own in-house team designs every system and does every install. 25 years in solar and large commercial electrical work. No subcontractors.
- A face-to-face site visit before every install: compliant battery position, switchboard and RCBO check, no surprises on the day.
- SAA-accredited installer and Sigenergy-approved, with a 25-year workmanship warranty on our installation work.
Questions we get asked
How long does a solar install take?
About a day for most of our jobs. The Australian Government says installs can take 1 to 3 days, depending on the system.
How long until I can switch on?
Usually 1 to 3 weeks after install for grid connection, depending on the network.
Will there be a power cut?
Yes, a short one while we connect to the switchboard. We tell you when.
Who does the work?
Our own electricians. No subcontractors, and the system is designed by us for your home.
Does rain stop an install?
Heavy rain can delay roof work. The government notes you should not be charged extra for a rain delay.
Sources
Last checked 7 October 2026. Only the manufacturer’s, the network’s or the government’s own documents are used; app menus and defaults change between models and versions, so if your screen looks different, call us rather than guess.
