Solar Systems
Cut your electricity bill with clean, reliable solar. Professional installation and honest advice in Mthatha, East London, Butterworth, King William's Town.
Load shedding and rising electricity tariffs have made solar the smartest investment a home or business can make in the Eastern Cape. We design and install high-efficiency solar systems that keep your lights on, your fridges running and your business productive — even when the grid goes down. From small residential setups to large commercial projects, our team delivers tailored solutions, professional installations and ongoing support long after the panels go up.
Last updated: August 2026
What's Included
Our Solar Systems solutions
Home Solar & Backup Power
Inverter, battery and panel packages sized to your household's real usage — keep the essentials running through load shedding.
Commercial & Industrial Solar
Larger arrays for businesses that want to cut operating costs and protect uptime. We handle the design, supply and installation.
Solar Geyser Solutions
Cut your biggest electricity user. Solar water heating that pays for itself in savings.
Battery Backup & Hybrid Systems
Lithium battery storage paired with grid and solar input, so power stays on through outages — automatically.
System Design & Energy Audits
We size the system to your property and consumption, not a one-size-fits-all package. No overselling, no undersizing.
Maintenance & Support
Panel cleaning, battery checks and system monitoring to keep your generation at peak performance.
SSEG Registration & Municipal Compliance
Going solar in South Africa means more than bolting panels on the roof. We handle the small-scale embedded generation (SSEG) application to your municipality, make sure the inverter is NRS 097-2-1 compliant, and issue the Certificate of Compliance for the installation. If you want to feed power back into the grid, we sort the paperwork and meter arrangements so everything is above board from day one.
Off-Grid & Rural Power Solutions
Not everyone is on a reliable grid. We design proper off-grid and backup systems for farms, lodges, remote homes and smallholdings across the Eastern Cape, pairing solar, batteries and generator support so you get dependable power where the grid is weak or non-existent.
Battery Add-Ons for Existing Solar
Bought a solar system during the load-shedding years and now want batteries to go with it? We retrofit battery banks to existing setups and upgrade inverters where needed, without ripping out what you already have. As Eskom tariffs keep climbing, batteries are what actually cut your bill, letting you store cheap daytime solar for the evening peak.
Why It Matters
What you get when you work with us
- Dramatically lower monthly electricity bills
- Protection from load shedding and power surges
- Energy independence that pays back over time
- Professional, code-compliant installations
How It Works
From first call to final handover
Free Assessment
We visit your property, listen to your needs and assess what's actually required — no assumptions.
Clear Quote
You get an honest, itemised quote with the right products for the job. No hidden costs, no overselling.
Professional Installation
Our qualified team installs everything neatly, safely and to the relevant standards.
Ongoing Support
We don't disappear after handover. Maintenance and support keep your system performing.
What to Expect
Real jobs, honest expectations
Typical projects we handle
- Home systems sized to keep lights, Wi-Fi, fridges and security running through the evening
- Small business installations for shops, salons, offices and workshops
- Off-grid and farm installations with generator backup
- Adding batteries to an existing solar system
What affects the price
- System size: how much of your home or business you want covered, from a few essential circuits to the whole property
- Inverter and battery choice: hybrid inverters from established brands like LuxPower, Sunsynk or Deye, and lithium versus lead-acid batteries, move the price more than anything else
- Roof type and mounting: tile, IBR or thatch all affect mounting hardware and labour, and ground or pole mounts cost more for rural and off-grid sites
- Municipal SSEG paperwork and meter changes if you want to feed power back into the grid
Every property is different — get a free quote for an exact figure on your project.
Typical Price Guide
What solar systems costs in Mthatha
Research-based ranges for typical Eastern Cape projects (2026, VAT-inclusive). Your exact quote depends on a free site assessment — but this gives you a real idea before you call.
Get an exact quoteTypical price ranges
- 3 kW (no battery)R55 000 – R85 000
- 5 kW + 5 kWh batteryR95 000 – R135 000
- 8 kW + 10 kWh batteryR155 000 – R210 000
- 5 kWh lithiumR30 000 – R45 000
- 10 kWh lithiumR55 000 – R80 000
- Solar geyser conversionR22 000 – R32 000
- SSEG applicationR3 500 – R7 500
Rough guide based on typical Mthatha / Eastern Cape pricing. Exact quote depends on a site assessment.
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Estimated range
R55,000 – R85,000
Rough guide based on typical Mthatha / Eastern Cape pricing. Exact quote depends on a site assessment. Free, no obligation.
Mthatha quotes run 5–10% above metro pricing for transport of panels and batteries.
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Our Work
Recent solar systems projects
Technician fitting solar panels on a rooftop
Inverter bank at a solar installation
Full solar array on a house roof
FAQ
Solar Systems — common questions
How much does a solar system cost in Mthatha?+
It depends on your usage and what you want to keep running during outages. A basic backup system starts far below a full off-grid setup. We do a free assessment and give you a clear quote for your exact needs — no vague pricing.
Will my solar system run during load shedding?+
Yes, if it includes battery storage. The system automatically switches to battery power when the grid drops, keeping your lights, Wi-Fi, fridges and security running.
Do you handle the installation and paperwork?+
Yes. We install the complete system, handle the necessary electrical work and make sure everything is compliant with the latest regulations.
How long does installation take?+
Most residential installations are completed in 1 to 3 days depending on system size. Commercial projects are scheduled around your operations to minimise disruption.
How long do solar panels and batteries actually last?+
Quality panels carry performance warranties of around 25 years and keep producing well beyond that, though output does fade slowly. Inverters typically last 10 to 15 years, and modern lithium batteries are good for roughly a decade depending on how hard you cycle them. We design with all of that in mind and tell you upfront what each component's real lifespan looks like.
Will solar still help in an Eastern Cape winter?+
Yes. Our winters are cold but mostly clear and sunny, and panels actually work well in cool weather, so you still get solid generation. On overcast days output drops, which is why we size the battery to carry you through the evening and into the morning. The maths still works in winter, it just shifts.
Can I add more panels or batteries later?+
Usually, yes, if we leave headroom in the inverter and wiring when we design the system. That's why planning ahead pays: a slightly bigger inverter today can save you replacing it when you want to expand tomorrow. We'll tell you honestly what your setup allows.
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