21 Jul 2026

What a Free Energy Audit Actually Involves

Most bad solar installations trace back to one root cause: no one measured the actual load before selling a system. Here is what we do differently, step by step.

Step 1: Appliance load inventory

We walk through your home or business and list every appliance that needs power — fridges, pumping machines, air conditioners, office equipment — noting its wattage and how long it typically runs.

Step 2: Outage pattern review

How often does your area lose grid power, and for how long? A home that loses power for two hours a day needs a very different battery bank than one that goes three days without grid supply.

Step 3: Roof and site assessment

We check available roof space, orientation, shading from trees or neighbouring buildings, and roof condition — all of which affect what size system will actually fit and perform.

Step 4: Sizing the system

With real numbers in hand, we calculate the panel capacity, battery bank size, and inverter rating that match your load — with reasonable headroom for future growth, not just today's usage.

Step 5: A written recommendation

You get a clear written summary of what we found and what we recommend, with no obligation to buy anything from us. Some homeowners use it to get quotes elsewhere — that is fine. We would rather you make an informed decision than a rushed one.

The audit takes about 20-30 minutes on site. Book one whenever you are ready.

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