Frequently Asked Questions about Solar Power

With an unsteady power supply and the constant threat of being left in the dark and unable to do business or enjoy life to the fullest, there should be no surprise that more and more South Africans are looking at the various ways to move away from the national power supply.

Living in a country that is known to receive more sunlight than most countries on earth, the move to solar power is the most natural choice. Solar installation is affordable and solar energy is completely free. And if you are looking for more information about how and why you should move to solar, you’ve certainly come to the right place.

At Impala Plumbing and Electrical, we have experience in all sorts of electrical installations, including solar power. We source and set up some of South Africa’s very best solar power systems and we can also assist you in getting to grips with your new system. Our systems can be set up in just about any home or business and once in place, you will have unlimited access to electricity. Most systems are designed to last a lifetime, needing only the occasional repair or device replacement.

FAQs about Solar Power in Nelspruit

Nelspruit residents and businesses looking to change over to solar power are in luck. Our beautiful town experiences an abundance of sunlight just about every day and as such a solar system has the capacity to produce more electricity in a day than you’d need.

What is solar energy?

Solar energy is the light and the heat that comes from the sun. This heat and light is then converted into safe energy which can then be used in a home or a business in place of energy from the grid.

What are 5 advantages of solar energy?

It is a renewable energy source, which means you cannot run out of it. Each day you can use as much as you like with the knowledge that tomorrow there will be more.
Solar power can reduce energy bills, especially if you go off the grid completely.
Solar power can be used to power a wide range of devices, from the smallest kitchen appliances to a geyser.
Maintenance is not only minimal but also quite cost effective.
The energy is clean. This means you can contribute to reducing environmental damage.

How many solar panels are needed to power a house?

This is dependent on the size of your house and the number of devices you need to power. To get a 100% accurate answer, you should chat to a consultant at Impala Plumbing and Electrical. Normally, to power everything in your home you could need anything from between 28 to 34 panels.