How many solar panels do I need for a Gold Coast home?

It depends on your power usage and roof space. A typical Gold Coast home uses between 6.6 kW and 13 kW of solar. We look at your actual bills before recommending a size.

Can I add battery storage to my existing solar system?

Usually yes, but it depends on your inverter type. We check compatibility at the site visit before recommending any product.

How long does installation take?

Most residential solar installations are completed in one day. Adding a battery to existing solar typically takes half a day. Combined solar-and-battery systems may take two days. We confirm the timeline upfront.

Will a battery keep my power on during a blackout?

Only if your system is configured for backup or off-grid operation. Most standard grid-connect battery systems shut down during a grid outage for safety. Ask us about backup-capable configurations if this is a priority.

Will FitElec help with rebates and paperwork?

Yes. We handle the STC solar rebate assignment and the Energex connection application as part of your quote. We also stay across current battery incentive programs.

What happens on cloudy days?

Your solar system still generates power on overcast days, just at reduced output. You draw the shortfall from the grid as normal, or from your battery if you have one.

How big a battery do I need?

It depends on how much solar you generate and how much power you use in the evenings. We calculate this from your bills and inverter data at the site visit.

Solar & Battery Storage on the Gold Coast

Generate your own power. Store it. Use it day and night.

FitElec designs, supplies and installs solar power systems and battery storage for homes and businesses across the Gold Coast. Whether you want solar only, a battery added to existing solar, or a complete solar-plus-battery system from scratch, we size everything around your actual roof, power bills and usage patterns. Every job is carried out by a licensed electrician under Queensland Electrical Licence #1505994.

What we offer

Residential solar systems — Grid-connected rooftop solar for Gold Coast homes, sized to match your energy usage and roof orientation. We supply, install and commission the full system.
Commercial solar — Larger solar installations for commercial premises, including three-phase connections, string inverter and micro-inverter configurations.
Home battery storage — Residential battery systems that store your solar excess and discharge it in the evening, reducing what you draw from the grid at peak tariff times.
Complete solar & battery packages — New solar and battery installed together as an integrated system for maximum self-consumption from day one. One quote, one installation, one team.
Adding battery to existing solar — Retrofitting a battery to your existing solar system. We check your inverter and switchboard compatibility before recommending the right product.
Solar system upgrades — Expanding an existing system with additional panels or replacing an ageing inverter to restore performance and extend system life.
Grid connection and metering — We handle the Energex grid connection paperwork and co-ordinate metering changes so your export tariff is set up correctly from day one.
Switchboard modifications — Any switchboard changes needed to safely accommodate your solar or battery system are included in our scope of work with no hidden extras.

Why choose FitElec

Licensed electrical installation — Solar and battery systems must be installed by a licensed electrician in Queensland. All FitElec work is carried out under Licence #1505994.
Honest system design — We size your system based on your actual power bills and roof, not on whatever earns the highest margin. You get what your home actually needs.
Quality components — We install reputable panels, inverters and batteries that are well-supported in Australia with genuine warranty backup, not grey-market stock.
Transparent payback advice — We calculate expected payback based on your actual tariff and usage patterns so you can make an informed decision before you commit.
One team for everything — FitElec handles your solar, battery, inverter and switchboard as one integrated project. No hand-off between separate contractors.
Smooth grid connection — We handle all Energex paperwork so your system is approved, metered and exporting power without delays.

How it works

Free on-site assessment: We inspect your roof, check the switchboard and review your power bills to design the right system for your home.
Detailed proposal: You receive a clear fixed-price quote with system size, expected generation, payback estimate and all included components.
Professional installation: Our team installs panels, inverter and battery neatly, completes all electrical connections to standard and tests everything before leaving.
Grid connection and handover: We lodge the Energex application, configure your monitoring app and walk you through how to get the most from your system.

Completed project — Sunshine Beach, Queensland

13.3 kW solar and Tesla Powerwall 3 installation

FitElec completed this rooftop solar and home battery installation in Sunshine Beach, Queensland, pairing 28 high-output Jinko Solar panels with a Tesla Powerwall 3.

Solar array: 13.3 kW
Solar panels: 28 × 475 W Jinko Solar panels
Battery: 13.3 kWh Tesla Powerwall 3
Location: Sunshine Beach, Queensland

Watch: 13.3kW Jinko Solar & Tesla Powerwall 3 Installation | Sunshine Beach QLD

Aerial view of 28 Jinko Solar panels installed on a Sunshine Beach home — The completed 13.3 kW rooftop solar array from directly above.

Jinko Solar panel installation overlooking the ocean at Sunshine Beach Queensland — 28 × 475 W Jinko Solar panels installed on the coastal property.

Completed 13.3 kilowatt rooftop solar installation on a Sunshine Beach house — The finished array across the home's available roof sections.

Frequently asked questions

How many solar panels do I need for a Gold Coast home?: It depends on your power usage and roof space. A typical Gold Coast home uses between 6.6 kW and 13 kW of solar. We look at your actual bills before recommending a size.
Can I add battery storage to my existing solar system?: Usually yes, but it depends on your inverter type. We check compatibility at the site visit before recommending any product.
How long does installation take?: Most residential solar installations are completed in one day. Adding a battery to existing solar typically takes half a day. Combined solar-and-battery systems may take two days. We confirm the timeline upfront.
Will a battery keep my power on during a blackout?: Only if your system is configured for backup or off-grid operation. Most standard grid-connect battery systems shut down during a grid outage for safety. Ask us about backup-capable configurations if this is a priority.
Will FitElec help with rebates and paperwork?: Yes. We handle the STC solar rebate assignment and the Energex connection application as part of your quote. We also stay across current battery incentive programs.
What happens on cloudy days?: Your solar system still generates power on overcast days, just at reduced output. You draw the shortfall from the grid as normal, or from your battery if you have one.
How big a battery do I need?: It depends on how much solar you generate and how much power you use in the evenings. We calculate this from your bills and inverter data at the site visit.

Call 0425 663 172 or request a free quote online.