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Solar & Battery Installation Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby Local Installers & Quotes

ℹ️ Get quick estimates for solar and battery sizing, costs, and savings in Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby using these simplified calculators. For more accurate, advanced calculations, use the full Photonik design platform.

Solar Design Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby


Energy Usage

How much energy your Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby home uses daily directly impacts the solar system size you'll need. Whilst typical Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby households consume 25 kWh daily, homes with good insulation and modern appliances often use far less energy.

It's worth reducing your energy usage before going solar, as this can decrease the system size you need and improve payback. Focus on better insulation and energy efficient appliances.

Typical energy usage per person per day in Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby:

Low (Efficient)
~5 kWh
Medium (average)
~10 kWh
High (intensive)
~15+ kWh

Note: Actual usage varies depending on property size, building efficiency, climate, and appliances.

5 kWh 100 kWh
$ /kWh
$ /kWh
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Solar System Sizing

A 6.6kW solar system would typically cover your average daily electricity consumption. Sizing your system between 9.9kW and 13.2kW accounts for daily and seasonal variations in solar generation.

A 6.6 kW solar array in Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby delivers approximately 28.4 kWh daily, with generation varying seasonally from 3.41 kWh/kW/day in June up to 4.82 kWh/kW/day in October.

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A 6.6 kW system in Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby can generate approximately 0 kWh annually based on local sun conditions.

Solar & Energy Savings


Calculate Heat Pump & EV Savings

Electrify your home by replacing gas heating, petrol vehicles, and other fossil fuel appliances with electric alternatives powered by clean solar energy. This delivers significant additional financial savings and substantial carbon emission reductions. Our calculator helps you compare costs and model the financial impact of switching to electric appliances and vehicles.

How Solar Reduces Your Electricity Bills

The calculations below show how your electricity bills change with solar. Your Old Bill of - per month (- annually) is calculated from your total energy consumption multiplied by the grid electricity rate. Your New Bill of - per month (- annually) accounts for solar generation, the percentage you use directly (self-consumption), remaining grid consumption, and feed-in credits for excess energy exported to the grid. This results in monthly savings of - (- annually).

Battery Storage Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby


Solar Battery Sizing

A 6.6 kW solar system without battery storage achieves around 50% self-sufficiency in Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby, with 50% still coming from the grid. Installing a 10 kWh battery boosts your energy independence to around 86% per year, cutting grid dependency down to 14%.

Accurate battery savings and ROI require the full Photonik design platform for comprehensive calculations.

0 kWh 30 kWh
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A 5kWh battery will make you about 0% self sufficient.

Energy Self Sufficiency Calculator*

*Note: This calculator provides simplified battery self-sufficiency estimates. For accurate per-hour simulations that account for solar generation patterns, consumption timing, battery charging/discharging cycles, and efficiency losses across all seasons, use the full Photonik design tool.

Panel Placement Tool Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby


This is a simple panel placement tool that lets you quickly estimate panel count for a single roof area. Try Photonik for advanced features:

  • Multiple panel groups
  • Custom roof angles
  • Panel orientation
  • Shade loss calculations
  • Panel selection (1000+ models)
  • Full integration with our design tool

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Solar & Battery System Cost Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby


Understanding Solar & Battery System Costs

Expect to invest approximately $7,661 for a 6.6 kW solar system in Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby, or around $12,904 with a 10 kWh battery included. Solar systems typically achieve payback in around 5.1 years, whilst adding battery storage extends the payback period but provides greater energy independence.

The cost breakdown shows estimates for equipment costs, installation labour, and applicable taxes. Adjust system size and battery storage to see how it affects total investment and payback periods.

STC Rebates Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby


STC rebates in Sydney - North Sydney and Hornsby are calculated based on your system size, location zone factor, and deeming period until 2031.

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