Upper Coomera, Gold Coast QLD
Mon–Fri 7:30am–4:30pm
Aircon M8
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Solar Installations & Upgrades

Residential homes only. SAA-accredited solar design and install on the Northern Gold Coast. New solar PV systems, upgrades to existing setups, and solar designed to pair with a home battery.

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βœ“ Residential homes only βœ“ SAA-accredited solar designer & installer βœ“ Gold Coast Β· Logan Β· South Brisbane Β· SEQ
Residential solar panels on a Gold Coast home

Solar Done Properly β€” Or Not At All

Solar's a crowded market on the Gold Coast and a lot of it gets installed badly. We don't chase volume β€” solar is one of the things we do, alongside batteries, AC and electrical. If you want a tidy, well-engineered system from a local SAA-accredited installer, we're here for it.

We focus on residential homes only. No commercial solar farms, no off-grid sheds, no caravan parks.

What We Install

We install premium-tier panels and inverters. We're brand-neutral β€” we'll recommend what suits your roof, your home and your budget rather than pushing the one brand that pays the best margin. Common picks:

  • Panels: Jinko, Trina, REC, Longi, QCells β€” tier-1 brands with 25+ year performance warranties
  • Inverters: Sigenergy (especially if you're also adding a battery), Fronius, Sungrow, GoodWe
  • Mounting: Tile, tin, klip-lok β€” proper flashing and roof penetrations done right

If you've already got a brand in mind or a recent quote you want a second opinion on, send it through β€” happy to compare.

The Three Jobs We Typically Quote

1. New Solar System

Full new PV install β€” site assessment, design, panels on the roof, inverter on the wall, Energex paperwork lodged, system commissioned and registered for STC rebate. Standard residential systems sit between 6.6 kW and 13.2 kW depending on roof space and usage.

2. Solar System Upgrade

Adding panels to an existing system, replacing an aged or undersized inverter, or fixing up a previous installer's poor work. Common upgrade triggers: power bills creeping back up, adding an EV, or planning to add a battery and needing a better inverter.

3. Solar + Battery in One Job

Done together it's neater and cheaper than doing them separately. You get both the solar STC rebate and the federal Cheaper Home Batteries rebate applied at point of sale. Most common pairing: 10–13 kW solar with a 13–16 kWh battery. Home Battery details β†’

The Solar STC Rebate (Not the Battery One)

Solar PV has its own rebate β€” Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs). It's a federal point-of-sale discount based on system size and zone. Gold Coast (Zone 3) β€” a typical 6.6 kW system attracts roughly $2,500–$3,000 in STCs at current prices, deducted from your quote upfront.

It's a smaller rebate than the battery one, and it also tapers down each year, but it's still genuine money off. If you're getting solar + battery together, you claim both rebates independently.

Note: This is a different rebate to the federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program β€” see the battery rebate explainer for that one.

SAA-Accredited Solar Designer & Installer

Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA) is the Clean Energy Regulator-appointed body that accredits solar and battery installers. Without SAA accreditation, an installer can't sign off the STC rebate. We hold accreditation for both solar PV system design and solar PV installation, plus battery endorsements.

What's Included in a Solar Install Quote

  • Site visit and roof assessment
  • Shading analysis and panel layout design
  • System size sizing to your actual usage (we ask for a recent bill)
  • Panels, inverter, mounting hardware, cabling, isolators
  • Switchboard work if required (quoted separately if needed)
  • Energex SP/SG approval lodgement
  • System commissioning and monitoring app setup
  • STC paperwork β€” rebate applied to your quote, certificates registered on your behalf
  • Compliance certificate
  • Workmanship warranty

Process β€” Quote to Switched-On

  1. Send your details. Address, roof type, switchboard photo, a recent power bill if you have one.
  2. Site visit and design. We'll come look at the roof, check shading and access, and propose a system sized to your usage.
  3. Fixed-price quote. Panels, inverter, install, paperwork β€” one price, STC rebate already deducted.
  4. Energex pre-approval. Lodged for you before install.
  5. Install day. 1–2 days on site depending on system size and roof complexity.
  6. Commission & sign-off. System commissioned, monitoring app set up, compliance certificate issued, STCs lodged.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a residential solar system cost?

Highly variable β€” depends on system size, panel brand, inverter brand, roof type and complexity. After STC rebate, typical Gold Coast residential systems sit in the $5,000–$12,000 range. We give you a fixed price upfront, no "from $X" marketing nonsense.

How much solar should I get?

Depends on your usage, roof space and what you're planning. A 6.6 kW system suits most 3-bed homes with no EV. Adding an EV or planning a battery? Go bigger β€” 10–13 kW. We'll size it from your actual bill, not a generic rule of thumb.

Can I add panels to my existing system?

Usually yes, but it depends on your existing inverter capacity and Energex rules. Send us a photo of your inverter and your current setup β€” we'll tell you what's possible.

Do you do solar + battery together?

Yes β€” that's our preferred pairing. Single trip, both rebates applied, neater install. Home Battery details β†’

What about commercial solar?

We don't do commercial. Residential homes only. If you're after a commercial system, we'd suggest reaching out to a specialist commercial installer.

How long do solar panels last?

Tier-1 panels carry 25-year performance warranties (typically 85%+ of rated output at year 25). Inverters are the weak link β€” most last 10–15 years before replacement. Microinverters last longer but cost more upfront.

Quick Solar Quote

Switchboard, roof shot, existing inverter. Up to 8 MB per file. Bigger files? Email info@airconm8.com.au.

For faster quoting, email switchboard + roof photos to info@airconm8.com.au.

Ready for a Solar Quote?

Send a photo of your roof and switchboard β€” we'll review it during business hours and come back with a clear quote covering panel/inverter selection, STC rebate where eligible, and any site-specific requirements explained upfront.