1. How much does a solar system cost in South Africa?
Solar system pricing depends on your energy usage, backup requirements, battery capacity, and solar panel size. RSA Solar Supplier offers systems ranging from small backup solutions to large residential and commercial installations.
2. How do I know what size solar system I need?
Use our Solar Calculator or contact us for a free assessment. We will recommend a system based on your electricity consumption and backup requirements.
3. Will my solar system work during load shedding?
Yes. Systems with battery storage continue powering selected loads during outages.
4. How long do lithium batteries last?
Most quality lithium batteries last between 10 and 15 years when properly installed and maintained.
5. How many solar panels do I need?
The number of panels depends on your energy usage and available roof space. Most residential systems use between 6 and 20 panels.
6. Can I add more batteries later?
Yes. Many of our systems are designed for future expansion.
7. Can I add more solar panels later?
Yes. Most hybrid systems can be expanded provided inverter limits are not exceeded.
8. Do you offer installation?
Yes. We can supply equipment only or arrange installation through qualified installation partners.
9. Is a Certificate of Compliance (COC) included?
Where installation is completed by our approved installation partners, a complete compliance pack and COC can be supplied upon successful completion of the project.
10. What is included in the compliance pack?
Our compliance pack may include:
11. Do solar panels work on cloudy days?
Yes. Solar panels continue generating power on cloudy days, although production will be lower than during full sunshine.
12. How often should solar panels be cleaned?
Most residential systems should be inspected and cleaned periodically. Dust, bird droppings, and dirt can reduce system performance.
13. Do you offer solar panel cleaning services?
Yes. RSA Solar Supplier offers residential and commercial solar panel cleaning services, including large commercial sites.
14. Where do you install?
We supply solar equipment nationwide and offer installation services in selected areas through our installation partners. Please contact us.
15. Which brands do you supply?
We supply trusted brands including: