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How often should a solar inspection be carried out?

Most people are under the impression that as their solar does not have any moving parts, it, therefore, doesn’t really need any maintenance… which is actually incorrect. A solar power system should be checked by a qualified Clean Energy Council (CEC) electrician at least once a year, with the inspection covering the installation, DC isolators, panels, solar inverter, wiring, mounting array frame and system performance. In addition, DC isolators themselves should be checked at least once a year to ensure they are in good condition and don’t pose a fire risk.

Who should complete a solar check?

Any solar inspections should be carried out by a qualified and experienced professional. At Static Electrics, our team of Master Electricians are fully certified to complete solar audits on a huge variety of solar brands, types and models.

Common solar system faults

Are your solar panels not working as they should? When we complete solar inspections, there are a few issues that show up time and time again:

• Burnt DC isolators
• Water ingress into the DC isolators
• DC isolators installed incorrectly
• Melted MC4 solar plugs
• Melted solar wiring
• Panel connection covers missing
• Shattered glass on the solar modules
• Burn lines on the solar cells under the glass
• No earthing to the panels or array frame
• Inverter installed in the wrong location
• Incorrect solar labels
• Incorrect cable used for solar wiring

However, ensuring regular solar checks are carried out on any system will ensure that issues are dealt with quicker and more efficiently, as well as catching problems before they arise. As the leaders in Brisbane and Sunshine Coast solar repair, we can promptly fix any issue on the same day.

Why choose Static Electrics to carry out a solar inspection?

At Static Electrics, we take great pride in the licenced solar team we have representing the Static brand. Our qualified Master Electricians all have CEC approval, and two of our technicians have also carried out solar inspections for the Australian Federal Government and undergone further skills training with Master Electricians. We have over 25 years of industry experience and can ensure your system is safe and working correctly every time. We also offer a fixed pricing structure so you know what the cost of the safety audit will be upfront, without any nasty surprises. At the same time as carrying out an inspection we can perform maintenance tasks such as solar panel cleaning to keep your system in top shape.

CEC Accredited Master Electricians

Your qualified solar inspection experts

If you have any questions regarding a solar check for your home or office installation, or would like to arrange for one of our qualified team members to complete an inspection, give Static Electrics a call today. We carry out solar inspections across Brisbane, Moreton Bay and the Sunshine Coast, so look no further than Static Electrics for all your solar system needs.