Solar & Battery Installation Melbourne - West Local Installers & Quotes
ℹ️ Get quick estimates for solar and battery sizing, costs, and savings in Melbourne - West using these simplified calculators. For more accurate, advanced calculations, use the full Photonik design platform.
Solar Design Melbourne - West
Energy Usage
To choose the right solar system in Melbourne - West, start by understanding your daily electricity consumption. Whilst typical Melbourne - West households consume 25 kWh daily, homes with good insulation and modern appliances often use far less energy.
Consider reducing your energy consumption first through better insulation and efficient appliances, as this can reduce the solar system size needed and improve your investment returns.
Typical energy usage per person per day in Melbourne - West:
Note: Actual usage varies depending on property size, building efficiency, climate, and appliances.
Solar System Sizing
A solar system sized at approximately 6.6kW would cover your typical daily energy needs. Sizing your system between 9.9kW and 13.2kW accounts for daily and seasonal variations in solar generation.
A 6.6 kW solar installation in Melbourne - West typically produces 27.8 kWh per day on average, with seasonal output ranging between 3.23 kWh/kW/day (June) and 4.80 kWh/kW/day (February).
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 Melbourne - West
Solar Battery Sizing
A 6.6 kW solar system without battery storage achieves around 50% self-sufficiency in Melbourne - West, with 50% still coming from the grid. Including a 10 kWh battery typically raises annual self-sufficiency to around 86%, with grid reliance dropping to 14%.
Use Photonik's complete design tool for detailed battery savings and return on investment analysis.
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 Melbourne - West
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 Melbourne - West
Understanding Solar & Battery System Costs
Solar systems in Melbourne - West are priced around $7,661 for a 6.6 kW installation, rising to approximately $12,904 when including a 10 kWh battery. Solar systems typically achieve payback in around 5.2 years, whilst adding battery storage extends the payback period but provides greater energy independence.
The pricing breakdown includes equipment, installation labour, and applicable taxes. Use the sliders to adjust system size and battery capacity to see how pricing and payback change.
STC Rebates Melbourne - West
STC rebates in Melbourne - West are calculated based on your system size, location zone factor, and deeming period until 2031.
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