Around one in five Australian households already have solar systems installed and this number increases every year. As consumers, we’re always looking to save more money on our rising energy bills, and the introduction of more sustainability awareness means we’re also more prone to caring about reducing our carbon footprint.

Almost one in five Australian homes now have solar panels installed on them, but for many, cost remains a barrier when it comes to joining the renewables revolution.

We live in a DIY culture and a common question we receive is ‘Can I install solar panels on my roof by myself?’. The short answer is yes, but you have to be extremely diligent and careful in the process.

Not all solar systems are born equal. There are numerous brands, technologies, and countries of origin where these panels are engineered, manufactured and each different type has its own features and drawbacks.