Solar Power System Services & Maintenance Australia

A solar power system can help reduce your electricity costs, but regular monitoring and appropriate maintenance can help keep it working safely and effectively. Solar and battery systems generally do not require extensive maintenance, but professional servicing can help identify issues before they become bigger problems.

The Australian Government recommends checking your system documentation for its maintenance schedule or asking your solar retailer or installer what is suitable. As a general guide, you could have your solar system professionally serviced every two years.

Factors affecting solar panel system productivity :

• Dust, dirt and debris
• Bird droppings
• Shading from trees or vegetation
• Weather and extreme weather events
• Damaged solar panels
• Inverter faults
• Faulty wiring or isolator switches
• Battery faults, where applicable
• Installation or component issues

Solar generation naturally varies with the season and weather. However, if your system produces less electricity than usual on sunny days, your monitoring system or inverter may indicate a fault that requires attention.

Regular servicing helps maintain your solar system and identify potential problems early. A professional service should be carried out by an accredited solar installer or qualified electrician and can include cleaning panels, testing electrical components and inspecting system components.

How regularly servicing Solar panel systems helps improve :

What is involved in servicing and maintenance schedule?

• Visual inspection of accessible solar panels and mounting components.
• Checking panels for visible dirt, debris or damage.
• Clearing suitable areas around and underneath the panels.
• Inspecting cables, isolator switches and other system components.
• Testing relevant electrical components.
• Checking inverter and battery fault history, where applicable.
• Reviewing available monitoring data for unusual changes.
• Cleaning panels where required and appropriate.

Most solar panels can self-clean when it rains, but dirt or debris can reduce electricity generation. Professional cleaning may be required in dusty areas or where significant debris has accumulated.