Does Daylight Saving Help Us Reduce Energy Consumption?

Daylight saving has a long and highly debated history, with Australians divided depending on their graphical location when arguing the pros and cons. For some of us, the extended daylight hours are a blessing, enabling longer leisure and outdoor time. However, for others, daylight saving can be an inconvenience that hinders routine and interrupts circadian […]

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Why Design Aesthetic is Important with Solar.

At Max Power Solar we believe solar is good for the planet and it should look great as well. We have all seen the old solar systems with the blue poly celled solar panels with silver frames mounted on bare aluminium frames on roofs across Australia. For sure these old panels have done their job […]

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Solar Warranties Explained

When you are first looking at installing solar, the warranties with solar panels can be a little confusing. You will see the ads for solar systems boast the panels have a 25 year “performance warranty”. What is a performance warranty? How is it different from a product warranty? In this article we will explain the […]

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How to Choose the Right Solar Installer – 5 Key Questions to Ask

Selecting the right solar installation company is a crucial first step in getting a safe and reliable solar system that will give you years of trouble-free solar energy production. Since 2011 it is estimated that over 700 solar companies have come and gone across Australia. Do They Have Clean Energy Council (CEC) Approved Solar Retailer […]

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What is the Pay Back Time for Solar?

This is a question we are often asked. The short answer is about 2.2 years for a typical 6.6kW solar system installed in NSW. The long answer is when considering the payback time for a particular solar system there are several variables that need to be taken into account. Professional solar installers use specialised solar […]

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Why is an Australian Warranty so Important with Solar?

In choosing solar it can be confusing with all the different offers and choices available in the market. Pricing for a standard 6.6 kW solar system can vary greatly. The adage still holds true: you get what you pay for. If a price seems too good to be true, then corners must be cut with […]

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