1. Keep an Eye on Your Solar App:
Regularly check your inverter app (Growatt, Solis, etc.) to see how your system is performing. It’s the quickest way to spot issues early and maximise savings.
2. Take Screenshots if You Notice Anything Unusual. If your system ever shows:
• Unexpected drops in generation
• Error messages
• Strange behaviour
Take a screenshot before resetting anything. This helps professionals diagnose issues quickly (and avoids unnecessary call-out costs).
3. Annual System Check Is a Good Idea Solar is low-maintenance, but a quick yearly check by a professional can:
• Confirm everything is running correctly
• Spot early faults
• Extend system lifespan
It’s not essential, but often worthwhile.
4. Clean Panels Occasionally:
While solar is low-maintenance, a gentle panel clean every 6–12 months helps maintain performance especially if you live near trees, farms, coastal areas, or busy roads.
5. Know Your Battery Settings (If You Have One) If you have a battery, check:
• Charge/discharge times
• State of charge
• Whether it’s set to charge during cheap-rate periods (if beneficial)
A simple setting change can make a big difference to savings.