THE South Australian Home Battery Scheme has taken the energy market by storm with Mount Gambier firm Laser Electrical reporting a steep rise in solar system inquires.
Taking ownership almost a decade ago, Mount Gambier Laser Electrical directors Bonnie Rothall and Dane Paproth encouraged the community to “make the most” of the available government rebates while they were available.
Ms Rothall said the business saw an opportunity for growth when the scheme was first proposed, undergoing accreditation process late last year.
“The whole process was long and time-consuming, but now we are an accredited, reliable business which has jumped through all the hoops to meet required standards,” she said.
“We pride ourselves on the fact we can come up with a solution as to what best suits each individuals’ needs instead of providing one set system.
“Our design manager tailors solar systems to suit the site, factoring things like past electricity bills, roof space and what customers actually want which sets us apart from competitors.”
Ms Rothall said electricity bills were steadily rising.
“If you can afford to put some sort of solar on it is better than nothing,” she said.
“Anything to offset the rising electricity prices will be of benefit to you in the end.
“The scheme is giving customers the choice, people can have the battery backup where they do not have to import from the grid and pay for electricity as much.”
Mr Paproth said installing solar systems could be a confusing process and urged home owners to seek professional guidance.
“We recommend if you are not sure on what you want, come to us and ask questions and we can sort it out for you,” he said.
“It is definitely a viable process at the minute.
“The money available through the scheme makes it cheap for an existing house with solar.”
The business also offers a 10-year warranty on its systems.
“You need to factor in the price and the money saved over the 10 years,” Mr Paproth said, adding it was important to look local.
“It is hard when someone rings you regarding a problem with their solar system installed by a company that is not coming back to fix a problem,” Mr Paproth said.
“We are apart of the community and want to provide help.
“Use the money while it is sitting there before it is too late.”
