If you are taking the leap into solar, you may have discovered that there’s hundreds of brands of solar panels on the market right now. Whilst competition can be a good thing, it can also make it extremely difficult to determine which one is right for you. With so many brands to choose from, how can you decide which one is best for your home? As a trusted local solar retailer, Toowoomba homes rely on Arctic Energy for high quality, reliable products that will stand the test of time. Read on to find out why it’s vital to stick with reputable brands when installing a new solar system.

High Quality

Premium solar panels from brands such as JA Solar and Jinko Solar are high quality and boast top-of-the-line specifications will ensure you get the most from your investment. Premium solar panels feature high-performance modules with superior workmanship, higher efficiency ratings, better temperature coefficients, lower degradation rates, and generous warranty periods for your peace of mind.

Warranty Period

As mentioned above, reputable solar panel brands offer long warranty periods, often over 20 years. It is crucial that the brand you choose will be around to honour any warranty claims should anything go wrong over the panel’s long lifespan. Each year, many new, cheaper brands launch into the market offering low prices and huge warranties, but often these brands dissolve within a year or two which voids all warranties and can leave homeowners thousands of dollars out of pocket if anything goes wrong.

So Which Brands Are Best?

As experienced residential and commercial solar installers, Toowoomba’s Arctic Energy only supplies and installs premium solar panels from industry-leading brands with a proven record for quality, efficiency, and reliability. Canadian Solar and QCELLS solar panels are two of our top picks. Highly regarded for producing excellent panels, both have a global reputation for their premium quality, high manufacturing standards, and commitment to innovation. With active buying customers in over 150 countries, customers can have every confidence they are here for the long haul and will honour any warranty claims if needed in the future.

Canadian Solar panels have some the best efficiency ratings in the industry. They also feature excellent hot spot performance and better shading tolerance than many other brands. With a broad range of high performance panels to choose from, they are among the top market leaders in the space.

QCELLS is another one of our recommended brands. A globally renowned solar technology leader and total energy solutions provider, QCELLS have had a strong presence in Australia since 2009. Manufactured in Germany, panels have been tested and are certified to withstand a 1 in 500 year storm. On the strength of its continuous technological innovation, sound financial condition, and well-established global sales network, QCELLS is the most awarded PV brand in Australia and is recognized by authoritative associations in the industry as a leading global manufacturer of high-performance solar products.

Installing a solar power system from these reputable brands will result in an efficient, long-lasting, setup that will ensure your home has clean, safe, and reliable power for 25 years, or even longer.

Why Cheaper is Not the Better Option

Like any major purchase, don’t let price be your deciding factor when investing in a solar energy system. As the saying goes, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. While a cheap solar power system may seem like the more attractive option financially, these cheaper, inferior solar systems will likely end up costing you a lot more in the long term. This is because inferior panels are not designed with performance and longevity in mind, and the company that manufactured them may not be around to offer repairs replacements down the track. Our team is a leading choice for solar panel repairs and maintenance in Toowoomba, and we have seen many situations where homeowners have taken the cheaper option and been left with solar systems that don’t perform as they should, systems that fail, and installations that need expensive repairs. 

Choosing the Right Company to Install Your Solar Equipment

Picking the best brands of solar equipment is only half the battle, it is just as important that you engage a highly skilled solar installation company that can design a system that meets your needs. The company you choose will also be your point of contact for any performance or warranty issues you may face. Do your research and partner will a solar company that offers professional service and premium products.

Arctic Energy is proud to work with some of the world’s leading solar product manufacturers that offer outstanding quality and product warranties. We choose only trusted brands with a longstanding reputation for excellence in the industry. Our team designs and installs tailor made solar systems to suit any home or business for the long haul.

To work with the local solar power company Toowoomba trusts, contact us today online or call 07 4633 1612.