Keep your solar energy system in shape with a solar health check
Solar panels are constantly exposed to natural elements, which can impact the performance of even the highest quality systems over time.
It’s important to check the health of your solar power system regularly to make sure you’re getting the most from your investment.
Get a solar health check and to find out whether you’re maximising your energy production.
RACQ Solar currently offers solar health checks throughout Greater Brisbane.
If you’re interested in a solar health check but live outside this area, please fill out this form and we’ll get back to you if we’re able to offer a health check in your area.
Why get an RACQ Solar Health Check?
- Have peace of mind and know your system is operating safely
- Confirm whether the system and its components are operating to maximum capacity
How much is an RACQ Solar Health Check?
One storey homes:
- $299.00* (including GST) for 24 solar panels or less and/or 10kW system size or less
- $399.00* (including GST) for more than 24 solar panels and/or more than 10kW system size
Two storey homes:
- $399.00* (including GST) for 24 solar panels or less and/or 10kW system size or less
- $499.00* (including GST) for more than 24 solar panels and/or more than 10kW system size
What we will check during the inspection
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Solar panelsCracks, soilage, discolouration, thermal gaps and compliance, thermal imaging, shading -
InverterScreen, exposure to heat or UV, functionality test, fan test and installation -
BatteryFunctionality, exposure to heat or UV, mechanically protected -
Cabling, conduit & rackingUV damage, cable sizes, fixings and components secured, earthing, rooftop isolations and shrouds, electrolysis
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Switch boardSafety switches, meter box, warning labels, emergency power supply capability -
PerformanceDaily and total energy production since installation, potential savings check
What’s included in a solar health check?
The inspection will take between 30 minutes to 2.5 hours. Once completed, your technician will share a written report with you that will include:
Why choose RACQ for your solar health check?
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Expertise from a trusted brandWe’ve been making a positive difference in Queensland for over 117 years. -
Genuine adviceWe provide genuine advice based on your personal circumstances. -
Queensland owned and operatedWe’re proud locals living in your community.
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Things to note
*Additional costs may be applied if the home is over 8 metres in height. Pricing subject to change without notice.
This Report is a general check of the "health" of the system and does not cover any warranty requirements or provide evidence to support warranty claims.
This Inspection covers the components of the solar power system only. Additional items like solar hot water heaters are not included.
The functionality of the inverter only will be checked, not any monitoring software or an associated smart meter.
This Solar Health Check does not make allowances for RACQ Solar to ensure any product is part of a recall.
If we identify any critical electrical issues during the Inspection, we may immediately disconnect the affected component(s). Please refer to clause 3.3 of the Solar Health Check Terms and Conditions for more information.
The cost of the Solar Health Check does not cover any special access equipment (for example a scissor lift) required to gain access to the PV array.
If the roof pitch is too steep to safely conduct a Solar Health Check, we reserve the right to cancel the Inspection (see clause 5.1 of the Solar Health Check Terms and Conditions for further information).
For full RACQ Solar Health Check terms, conditions, and details, please read the Solar Health Check Terms and Conditions.
RACQ is the majority shareholder in GEM Energy Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 25 164 579 382, Electrical Contractor Licence 78701) trading as RACQ Solar (GEM Energy). All goods and services are provided by GEM Energy.
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