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Process
How it works
Three steps to solar — usually done in under 5 minutes.
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Tell us about your home

Monthly spend, location, and roof type. Takes about 2 minutes.

02

Get a system size estimate

Our sizing calculator recommends the right kW setup for your needs.

03

Compare vetted installers

Receive quotes from up to 3 accredited local installers, free.

04

See your ROI forecast

Payback period, savings over 20 years, and break-even analysis.

3-Step Solar Matching Process Roadmap

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Solar sizing calculator
Enter your monthly electricity bill and property details — we'll recommend the right solar system and estimate your savings.

Panel sizing

Recommends system kW based on your usage

Battery backup

Load-shedding stage coverage per battery size

Savings forecast

Monthly and 20-year Eskom bill reduction

Solar Power Independence & Benefits

Quick solar estimate

Takes under 2 minutes

R/mo
2 400+
Quotes matched
~7 yrs
Avg. payback period
R 320k
Avg. 20-yr saving
48 h
Avg. quote turnaround
Success stories

What South African homeowners say

Over 2,400+ quotes matched. Here's how we helped them go solar.
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I was hesitant about which solar company to trust, but Solar Quotes SA matched me with a fantastic installer in Randburg. The system was installed within 4 days and it's already halved my bill!

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Johan Du Toit Randburg, GP · 5kW System
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Super fast service. Filled in the form, got a system recommendation, and had three quotes in my inbox the next morning. Highly recommend if you want to avoid pushy sales calls.

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Naledi Madiba Constantia, WC · 8kW System
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The ROI calculation on the site was very accurate. The installer they matched me with was professional, PV GreenCard accredited, and assisted with the municipal registration.

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Sipho Pillay Umhlanga, KZN · 12kW System
New guide

SunSynk vs Deye — Real Owner Intelligence

Same factory, different support. Real failure modes, warranty claims, Deye Cloud risk, and cable pinout gotchas — from actual SA owners, not marketing brochures.

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Guide

Which direction should solar panels face in South Africa?

North — not south. Here's why, and the optimal tilt angle for every province, with data.

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Learn before you buy
Honest solar information for South Africans
We research real equipment performance, not marketing claims. Here's what to know before you get quotes.

Solar Costs in SA · 2026

What a solar system actually costs — full breakdown by system size with real 2026 pricing. Includes NERSA tariff data and ROI case study.

Solar FAQ

Answers to the questions SA homeowners actually ask — based on real PowerForum discussions and installer feedback.

How we vet installers

PV GreenCard certified. SAPVIA members. Real reviews. Here's who we work with and why.

SunSynk vs Deye

Real owner comparison — same factory, different support. Failure modes, warranty reality, Deye Cloud risk, and cable pinout gotchas from SA owners.

Installation Guides

Panel angles, roof types, shading, system sizing, and installation checklists — everything to know before your installer arrives.