Check us before you sign anything
Solar.co.nz is a member of SEANZ, the Sustainable Energy Association of New Zealand. All electrical work is performed by EWRB-registered electricians and installations comply with AS/NZS 5033 and AS/NZS 4777.2. You can verify all of this independently, and we would encourage you to.
What each one means
SEANZ membership
The Sustainable Energy Association of New Zealand is the industry body for solar and renewables. Members commit to a code of conduct and industry standards. It also matters financially: the major banks require a SEANZ member installer for green loan eligibility, so choosing a non-member can disqualify you from borrowing at around 1%.
EWRB registration
The Electrical Workers Registration Board licenses electrical workers in New Zealand. Connecting solar to your home is prescribed electrical work and must legally be done by a registered electrician. Ask any installer for the registration number of the person who will actually do the work.
AS/NZS 5033
The joint Australia and New Zealand standard covering the installation and safety of photovoltaic arrays. It governs how the array is mounted, wired, isolated and labelled.
AS/NZS 4777.2
The standard governing grid-connected inverters, including the voltage response modes your lines company requires.
AS/NZS 5139
The standard for battery energy storage installations, where a battery is included.
How to check any solar installer
- 01
Search the SEANZ provider directory for the company name.
- 02
Search the EWRB public register for the electrician who will perform the work.
- 03
Search the Companies Register at companies.govt.nz to confirm the entity is trading and see who is behind it.
- 04
Ask for the registration number in writing. A legitimate installer will give it to you without hesitation.
Our details
| Legal entity | Solar.co.nz Ltd |
|---|---|
| Electrical work | Carried out by EWRB-registered electricians |
| Standards | AS/NZS 5033, AS/NZS 4777.2 and AS/NZS 5139 |
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