Posts from category: Sunworks Solar
by admin | Sep 12, 2019 | Fronius, Sunworks Solar
As a long term partner with Fronius we have been promoting and installing their solar inverters for more than 10 years. The release of the snap inverter range (Galvo, Primo and Symo) 5 years ago set a new standard in technology, design and capabilities that other...
by admin | Sep 9, 2019 | Maintenance, Solar Power, Sunshine Coast, Sunworks Solar
We are always being asked if it is worth cleaning Sunshine Coast solar panels and as it was too windy this weekend to go fishing I decided to break tradition and clean my solar panels to see how much difference it would actually make. This image is my solar panels...
by admin | Aug 26, 2019 | Solar Power, Sunshine Coast, Sunworks Solar
In a world where economic turmoil is the new normal, interest rates are at record lows, the AUD exchange rate is tumbling and share prices are falling what is the one thing that you can rely on to save you money and give a great financial return? A quality,...
by admin | Mar 24, 2019 | Feed in Tariff, Fronius, Solar Power, Sunshine Coast, Sunworks Solar
Here at SunWorks, we are often asked if it is worth installing a solar power system and how much will it return. Every Sunshine Coast home is unique and we all use different amounts of power at different times of the day however, unless your roof is heavily shaded, a...
by admin | Feb 19, 2018 | Sunshine Coast, Sunworks Solar
This is a topic we have covered before and now there is some scientific evidence to back up our claim that it is not worth cleaning your solar panels if you live on the Sunshine Coast. The University of Wollongong recently tested the effectiveness of cleaning solar...
by admin | Jan 30, 2018 | Solar Power, Sunshine Coast, Sunworks Solar
Following the introduction of new and more stringent terms and conditions the Clean Energy Council (CEC) have advised that more than half of the solar panels currently on their approved list have not agreed to the new terms and conditions and will therefore expire...
by admin | Jan 18, 2018 | Solar Power, Sunshine Coast, Sunworks Solar
We are often asked if it is worth installing solar panels on Sunshine Coast homes and the answer is a resounding YES! Let’s ignore the sales rhetoric and focus instead on the facts: How much energy will solar power produce per day? This is a simple question but a...
by admin | Dec 14, 2017 | Solar Power, Solar Scams, Sunworks Solar
Almost everyone’s heard of solar panel horror stories. In an industry where the average household spend amounts to thousands of dollars, sadly there are always likely to be shonky operators and scammers trying to take advantage of people. At The SunWorks Solar...
by admin | Jul 24, 2017 | SolarEdge, Sunworks Solar
We are often asked why someone would pay a little extra for a SolarEdge solar power system over a traditional string inverter and here are a few reasons why SolarEdge should be the only choice for your solar power system Increased Energy Production: If your roof...
by admin | Jul 13, 2017 | Advertising, Battery Storage, Sunworks Solar
Recently I have noticed a large rise in the number of solar companies offering battery storage with hugely over-inflated claims of the returns with some claiming they will pay for themselves in 6 years and in some cases even less. This, quite simply, is total and...
by admin | Jun 4, 2017 | Battery Storage, Energex, Sunworks Solar
Energex have revised its rules for solar connections for single phase properties and will now allow installation of a single phase inverter up to 10kW in size providing the system is export limited to a maximum of 5kW and a battery is installed. Previously the maximum...
by admin | Apr 5, 2017 | Commercial, SolarEdge, Sunworks Solar
Sunworks Solar today started the installation of a 39.44kW solar power system on the roof of the Goodlife Community Centre in Buderim on the Sunshine Coast. The system will consist of 136 x JA Solar 290 watt solar panels with 2 x 15kW SolarEdge SE15000 inverters. The...
by admin | Apr 5, 2017 | SolarEdge, Sunworks Solar
Since SolarEdge started manufacture of DC optimisers they have shipped more than 15,400,000 of them coupled to 633,000 inverters. SolarEdge solar power systems are installed in more than 102 countries worldwide. If you are looking for Solar Power on the Sunhine Coast...
by admin | Mar 29, 2017 | Solar Monitoring, SolarEdge, Sunworks Solar
We have been installing quality Solar Power systems on the Sunshine Coast and throughout South East Queensland for more than 8 years and in that time we have seen quite a few faulty solar panels. Faulty solar panels are quite rare and some issues such as yellowing EVA...
by admin | Mar 11, 2017 | SolarEdge, Sunworks Solar
SolarEdge solar power systems do provide up to 25% more power when installed on partly shaded roof however they also provide power production boosts even on unshaded roofs. The image below shows the individual panel performance over a week from a 39 kW SolarEdge...
by admin | Mar 11, 2017 | Battery Storage, Sunshine Coast, Sunworks Solar
J from Little Mountain contacted us because he was interested in installing a solar power system with battery storage in his home. He wanted to have a system that was capable of providing battery power even when the power grid failed and our solar power...
by admin | Oct 12, 2016 | Battery Storage, Off Grid, Sunworks Solar
Off-Grid solar power is increasing in popularity in the regional areas of the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane as more and more people want to disconnect from the power grid. There are a huge variety of systems on offer however if you are considering installing an off-grid...
by admin | Oct 12, 2016 | Battery Storage, Off Grid, Sunworks Solar
How much energy do I need for my off-grid home? Each home has its own unique energy requirement so there is no such thing as a one size fits all off-grid solar power system. As a rule of thumb most suburban homes connected to the energy grid use between 12 and 15kWhs...
by admin | Aug 25, 2016 | SolarEdge, Sunworks Solar
If you would like to see how the SolarEdge monitoring system displays data then please click on the link below. This shows a 5.67kW SolarEdge system on the Sunshine Coast that suffers from partial shading....
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | SolarEdge, Sunworks Solar
We are often asked why it is important to be able to monitor your solar power system and this short video from SolarEdge explains why in a fun way. Solar Panel level monitoring is only one of the many features of a SolarEdge solar power system. To find out more about...
by admin | Aug 19, 2016 | SolarEdge, Sunworks Solar
This video shows how SolarEdge DC Optimisers are manufactured in the state of the art, fully automated, factory. Solar panels are transformed into smart panels by SolarEdge Optimisers. These DC/DC converters are connected by installers to each solar panel to monitor...
by admin | Aug 18, 2016 | Battery Storage, Sunworks Solar, Tesla
We are pleased to announce that Sunworks Solar is now a certified installer of the Tesla powerwall battery. For more information on solar power and battery solutions including the Tesla please contact us today
by admin | Aug 1, 2016 | Solar Scams, Sunshine Coast, Sunworks Solar
The following article appeared on ABC online. Although we sympathize with both people mentioned in this article as they have clearly been misled and ripped off we do urge all consumers to to their homework before signing up for any product, all to often we hear from...
by admin | Feb 10, 2016 | Battery Storage, Sunworks Solar
Sunworks Solar has just installed a hybrid solar power systems using the LG Chem RESU 6.4 lithium-ion battery bank with the Sungrow SH5K hybrid inverter. Sunworks Solar Director, Mike Trust said “We believe the system is one of the first to be installed on the...
by admin | Jul 28, 2015 | Solar Hot Water, Solar Power, Sunworks Solar
Once considered a thing of the future, solar power is now a common fixture seen on thousands of roofs across the country. For those looking to save money and reduce their environmental footprint, solar power is a great step in the right direction. Although lesser...
by admin | Jul 3, 2015 | Commercial, Sunworks Solar
Sunworks Solar has just completed the installation of a 39kW solar power system on the Gold Coast. The system consists of 150 x REC 260watt solar panels and Fronius Symo 3 phase inverters installed on Sunlock solar framing. For more information on our commercial solar...
by admin | May 11, 2015 | Commercial, Sunworks Solar
Sunworks solar is pleased to announce that is been awarded the following commercial contracts 39kW solar power system on Gold Coast business 30kW solar power system on Cooran business 20kW solar power system on Animal hospital All of these will be installed over the...
by admin | Apr 22, 2015 | Commercial, Fronius, REC Solar, Sunshine Coast, Sunworks Solar
Sunworks solar has just completed the installation of stage one of a 20kW system on a Car and Dog Wash business in Maroochydore. The installation consists of 48 x REC 260watt panels (12.48kW) and a Fronius Symo 20kW inverter. System information is monitored 24/7 using...
by admin | Apr 22, 2015 | Commercial, Enphase, Sunworks Solar
Sunworks solar has just completed the installation of a 11.5kW system on a technology business in Forest Glen. The installation was originally installed by another company using string inverters however following safety concerns the owner wanted to switch to Enphase...
by admin | Jan 14, 2015 | Commercial, Sunworks Solar
Sunworks solar has just completed the installation of a 30kW system on a Fruit and Vegetable business in Mountain Creek. The installation consists of 120 x Daqo New Energy panels and 2 x Fronius Symo inverters. System information is displayed on a large TV screen in...
by admin | Oct 30, 2014 | Finance, Solar Hot Water, Solar Power, Sunworks Solar
All of our Sunshine Coast solar power and solar hot water systems are available on 12 months interest free at our normal cash prices, for a limited time only. You can have your QLD solar power system or hot water system installed within 2 weeks (weather permitting)...
by admin | Oct 24, 2014 | Enphase, Sunworks Solar
Sunworks Solar have just completed a 17.94kW solar power system consisting of 69 x Enphase M215 microinverters and 69 x REC solar panels on a Caloundra business. At the time of writing this is the largest system installed on the Sunshine Coast to use Enphase...
by admin | Sep 12, 2014 | Commercial, Sunworks Solar
Sunworks Solar Centre today announced that they have been awarded the contract for 2 commercial solar power systems on the Sunshine Coast. The systems which will be installed in early October consist of 1 x 18kW system for a Caloundra self storage business and a 30kW...
by admin | Jul 27, 2014 | Battery Storage, Sunworks Solar
Pete Collins and Mike Trust, co-directors of SunWorks Solar Centres attended the 2014 clean energy week trade show last week in Sydney to meet with industry representatives and see what innovations are coming to the solar market. This year the emphasis was on hybrid...
by admin | Jun 10, 2014 | Off Grid, Solar Technology, Sunworks Solar
Sunworks solar has completed the installation of the solar powered fridges at both the Buderim and Coolum swimfit swimming pools. These fridges which were supplied by Pepsico are the first of their kind to be installed in Australia and are designed to reduce the...
by admin | May 26, 2014 | Solar Power, Sunworks Solar
Solar inverters are the heart and mind of a solar power system and are without question the hardest working appliance you will ever buy. A solar inverter starts workin as soon as the sun comes up and only stops when the sun goes down (10 – 12 hours) each and...
by admin | Mar 18, 2014 | Solar Power, Sunworks Solar
When you are looking for a solar system, the first few things you will most likely think about is – what is the brand? How many panels do I need? How much will this cost me? While these are all great questions to consider, there are a few more things you need to think...
by admin | Mar 6, 2014 | Solar Power, Sunworks Solar
With electricity prices on the rise and the beautiful sunny climate Australia sees much of the year, it is no wonder so many people are turning to solar panels. With summer in full swing, there has never been a better time to join in and harness the power of the sun....
by admin | Dec 19, 2013 | Sunworks Solar
After more than 20 years in Kayleigh Drive, SunWorks Solar Centres are moving to new premises in Sugar Road, Maroochydore. Our new address from the 6th Jan 2014 will be: Unit 22 / 82 Sugar Road Maroochydore QLD 4558 We will be located underneath Toyota. During the...
by admin | Nov 17, 2013 | Solar Power, Sunshine Coast, Sunworks Solar
On Saturday some parts of the Sunshine Coast, including Maroochydore, Cotton Tree, Kuluin and Buderim were battered by a huge storm which dumped hail stones as large as cricket balls. Some homes have been damaged by the storm and we are aware that some solar power and...
by admin | Nov 2, 2013 | Sunworks Solar
Solar power systems are typically made up of three parts – the solar panels, the inverter and the mounting system. Each are essential to the smooth running and efficiency of the system, ensuring you get value for money and a product that delivers the most amount of...
by admin | Mar 12, 2013 | Sunworks Solar
March 12, 2013 Our website has been experiencing technical difficulties over the past couple of weeks which means we haven’t been receiving any contact us emails. If you have tried to send us an email and haven’t had a response please accept our...
by admin | Feb 27, 2013 | Sunworks Solar
Over the next few months Sunshine Coast Solar Centre will be changing our name to “The SunWorks Solar Centres” and expanding with new retail premises being opened in the Gympie and North Lakes/Caboolture area. The change in name reflects our new business model with...
by admin | Feb 27, 2013 | Off Grid, Sunworks Solar
February 27, 2013 Sunshine Coast Solar Centre recently commissioned a mini standalone solar power system on a Buderim school. The 48volt system will provide 24 hour power for a network of remote cameras allowing students to monitor nest boxes in real time high...
by admin | Feb 27, 2013 | Sunworks Solar
February 27, 2013 Over the next few months Sunshine Coast Solar Centre will be changing our name to “The SunWorks Solar Centres” and expanding with new retail premises being opened in the Gympie and North Lakes/Caboolture area. The change in name reflects our new...
by admin | Feb 25, 2013 | Sunworks Solar
Over the last few years Sunshine Coast Solar Centre has installed over 6 Megawatts of Solar Power right here on the Sunshine Coast. Combined these systems produce an average of 27,000kWh of electricity per day which is enough to power over 1,000 homes. If you are...
by admin | Feb 21, 2013 | Sunworks Solar
February 21, 2013 Our solar power system has been installed since August 2009 so if you are interested in installing solar power on the Sunshine Coast then check out the performance of our system by clicking here This data is updated monthly so you can track solar...
by admin | Feb 12, 2013 | Rinnai, Solar Hot Water, Sunworks Solar
February 12, 2013 Sunshine Coast Solar Centre last night was awarded Equinox Solar Hot Water regional dealer of the year for 2012. Queensland Solar Network Manager Steve Mosen said “We are extremely pleased to give this prestigious award to Sunshine Coast Solar...
by admin | Feb 6, 2013 | Sunworks Solar
February 6, 2013 Sunshine Coast Solar Centre is proud to announce that it has been appointed the first Queensland based Bainbridge Technologies Key Dealer and can now offer a huge range of high quality 12 volt products from our store in Maroochydore. Director, Mike...
by admin | Dec 4, 2012 | Solar Power, Sunworks Solar
December 4, 2012 What do the following solar panels all have in common? Canadian Solar German Solar Australian Solar Panels None are made in the places their name suggests – they are all made in China. If you want quality Solar Power on the Sunshine Coast or...
Not a single thing i’d have different about my experience with The SunWorks Solar, I dealt with 4 people during the purchase and installation of my Solar System and each person was knowledgeable, passionate and very helpful. These guys get teamwork. Since having my system installed, I’m now monitoring my power usage on my phone and I can already see the savings stacking up! I wish I could have signed up earlier. Thanks SunWorks Team!