Getting More From the Solar You Already Have
Before you buy anything new, a few simple changes can help you use more of what your panels already make.
Move your big loads into the day
Run the dishwasher, washing machine and pool pump while the sun is up. Timers make this easy. Many hot water systems can also be set to heat during solar hours.
Check your monitoring app
If your generation has dropped or the app shows a fault, get it looked at. A system can stop producing without you noticing until the next bill arrives.
Keep an eye on your tariff
Retailer rates and feed-in tariffs change. It is worth comparing your plan from time to time, especially if your usage has changed.
Then look at storage
If you are still exporting a lot during the day and buying power at night, that is when a battery is worth talking about.