Solar panel installation Launceston: residential and commercial systems

All solar designs and installs are Clean Energy Council accredited so they qualify for the STC rebate and Cheaper Home Batteries Program. All work signed off by Tasmanian licensed electricians.

Because we are full-service electricians, we can do your switchboard upgrade, EV charger, and solar install as one job, not three separate trades.

Our office is at 10 Robertson Street Launceston, our team lives in the region, and warranty callbacks are handled by the same people who did the install.

North-facing panels produce the maximum annual output at a pitch of 42 degrees, the latitude of Launceston. Most house roofs are pitched between 10 to 25 degrees, which still works well, and it usually isn’t viable to change using tilt frames due to the added cost and space requirement. East and west-facing solar arrays are also common for households with higher morning and/or afternoon consumption even though there is a peak performance deficit. We work with you to assess the most suitable roof areas to get you the best system size and performance for your property and make sure you understand the variables.

Most quality 6.6kW systems land between $6,600 and $9,500 fully installed, after the STC discount (rebate) is applied at point-of-sale. Final pricing depends on panel and inverter brand selection, switchboard work, and install complexity. This is a common system size driven by mainland conditions, but we often go bigger than this in Tasmania to help with those winter bills.

Yes, we retrofit batteries to existing grid-tied solar systems regularly. The Cheaper Home Batteries Program rebate applies to retrofits, not just new packages, but can only be claimed once. We have a range of AC-coupled and hybrid systems to choose from after we assess your current setup.

No council approval is needed for standard residential rooftop solar in most of Launceston. It becomes a requirement to engage a building surveyor and obtain a Notifiable Work Permit for some larger residential systems, using tilt frames and for commercial properties in Tasmania. Heritage-listed properties or buildings in heritage precincts will also need approval. We check this during the site assessment and design phase and can take care of all the approvals and paperwork if needed.

No, it closed on 1 September 2025. The federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program is the current incentive for battery purchases, alongside standard STC discounts for solar. There are alternatives to help with the upfront cost of installing solar and battery systems we can discuss with you during a site visit.

Any work on the electrical components (inverter, isolators, wiring) requires a licensed Tasmanian electrician. Panel cleaning alone does not, but combined inspection and cleaning visits should be done by a qualified electrician with solar accreditation.

Yes. Research suggests solar can increase the value of homes in regional Tasmania, with solar-equipped properties estimated to achieve around 3.1% higher values on average. The exact benefit will vary depending on factors such as the property's location and the solar system installed. In addition to the potential resale benefit, you'll enjoy lower electricity bills and greater energy independence while you own the home.

The size is unique to the business and depends on a variety of factors such as suitable roof space and electricity usage. Mance Electrical will assess and discuss these variables and appropriate solutions during a comprehensive site assessment consultation. All our commercial systems are unique and engineered for your needs, Australian Standards and Tasmania-specific rules and regulations.

Payback periods vary based on system size, roof orientation, product selection, shading, usage profiles and tariffs. We will provide an estimate after completing a consultation, design and quote, but you can typically expect payback periods between 3 to 5 years with an appropriate system design.

Yes, commercial solar PV systems up to 100kW solar array capacity are eligible for upfront discounts using Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) under the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES). The Australian Government has announced it will expand the SRES to support mid-scale solar PV systems up to 1MW from October 2026. All quotes will indicate the STCs eligibility based on the expected installation timeframe discussed. Visit the Clean Energy Regulator for more information

The feed-in tariff in Tasmania is set by the Regulator each financial year and can vary between energy retailers and system sizes (recently between 8 to 12c/kWh). Compliant systems with inverter capacity less than 10kVA for single-phase and 30kVA for 3-phase are eligible, with larger systems subject to negotiated supply agreements. We will review your energy retailer and tariffs during the quote process and provide advice to get the most out of your system, but always check directly with your electricity retailer what applies to your home or business. Please note that some systems are also subject to export limits depending on local infrastructure, design constraints, system size, site usage and TasNetworks assessment.

Yes, all solar PV system and battery installation require approval from the Distribution Network Service Provider (DNSP) prior to installation. We manage the application process on your behalf with TasNetworks and can't begin installation without it that usually takes less than 1 week for smaller systems. Solar PV systems over 10kVA per phase undergoes an additional technical assessment and that may require a non-refundable application fee that we will advise you off in our quote. Mance Electrical manages the grid connection process on your behalf and will advise you throughout, including potential impacts of design changes, export limitation or interface protection requirements.

Eligible businesses may claim an instant asset write-off for the business portion of the cost of a solar or battery asset in the year it is first used or installed ready for use (after the STC discount). Check with the ATO or your accountant for limits and eligibility.

A standard grid-connected solar PV system must disconnect itself from the network during a grid outage to protect technicians and infrastructure during repairs or alterations. Your solar PV system also won't operate when backup generators are in use. The only way your solar can keep working for you is to install battery storage that includes backup functionality. Not all inverters and batteries provide the same energy security so let us know your requirements and we will find the best solution.

Many commercial properties have 3-phase power supplies and this is required for solar PV systems greater than 30kVA. The largest system you can have connected to the grid on single-phase is 10kVA.

No, Mance Electrical installs hybrid grid-connected solar PV and battery systems for residential and commercial applications. Using quality products with seamless whole-home backup integration can get you very close to being self-sufficient, but you always have that grid-connection security for those longer periods of wet weather or times your demand increases significantly.

For most homeowners, the best solar system size depends on your energy usage, suitable roof space, and shading. As a rule of thumb, installing the largest system your roof and budget allow often delivers the greatest long-term savings. Single-phase homes can typically install up to a 10kW inverter, while three-phase properties may install up to 30kW (subject to TasNetworks approval). Solar panels can usually be oversized to 133% of the inverter size and still qualify for STC rebates, or up to 200% with hybrid battery systems. Our comprehensive consultation process and obligation-free quote is the best way to find out.