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Is A Solar Battery Right for Your Home?

Posted 20 May
Is A Solar Battery Right for Your Home?

Is A Solar Battery Right for Your Home?

Thinking about adding a battery to your solar setup? You’re not alone, and with the government’s massive new rebate, there’s never been a better time to make the move.

Whether you're keen to cut your power bills, boost your energy independence, or just make the most of your solar panels, a solar battery can be a smart investment. Here’s what you need to know.


What Does a Solar Battery Actually Do?

If you’ve already got solar panels, you’re generating plenty of clean, green energy during the day. But unless you’re home to use it all, a lot of that power ends up going back to the grid. That’s where a solar battery comes in.


A battery stores your excess solar energy for later, like when the sun goes down or during a blackout. It means more of your power stays in your hands, not the power company’s.


Why Now Is the Time to Buy

Here’s the big news: the Federal Government has just announced the Cheaper Home Batteries Program, and it’s a game changer.


Starting from 1 July 2025 (but backdated to include installs from 6 April 2025), the rebate offers a direct discount of $370 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) of battery storage. That’s up to $4,000 off an average 11.5kWh battery, and as much as $18,500 off larger systems.


To qualify, your battery must:

  • Be at least 5kWh in size
  • Be Virtual Power Plant (VPP) ready
  • Be installed by an accredited installer (like us here at iinergy)
    Be connected to a solar system (new or existing)


You can even get it installed now and have your battery commissioned after 1 July to claim the rebate. No need to wait.


Should You Wait or Act Now?

We get this question a lot. Our advice? Act now. Here’s why:

  • Lock in current battery prices before demand pushes them up
  • Beat the rush and avoid long wait times
  • Secure your place in the rebate queue


With interest already spiking across Brisbane and South East Queensland, smart homeowners are moving early. Beat the rush and contact us for your solar battery installation.


Is a Solar Battery Right for You?

If any of the following apply, a battery is probably a great fit:

  • You want to store power for use at night
  • You’re tired of relying on the grid (and copping high bills)
  • You want backup power during blackouts and storms
  • You want to make full use of the solar system you’ve already paid for

Plus, if you’ve already got one battery, you can still claim the rebate on a second one. Only one rebate per household applies.


Choose the Right Battery for Aussie Conditions

At iinergy, we only supply top-quality, trusted brands, each one tested for Australian conditions and ready for VPP integration.

  • Tesla Powerwall: Fully integrated, AC-coupled, perfect for homes
  • Sungrow: Versatile and reliable for backup or off-grid use
  • Redback Technologies: Aussie-designed, built for our harsh climate

All compatible with existing or new solar systems, and installed by our expert local team.


Ready to Take the Next Step?

Don’t miss this opportunity. The Cheaper Home Batteries Program is the biggest government support we’ve seen for solar storage since the solar boom in 2011.


Whether you’re in Brisbane, SEQ or anywhere across the state, we’re here to help. We’ll guide you through the process, handle all the paperwork, and make sure your battery is rebate-ready and installed right.


Get in touch with iinergy today for a free quote and expert advice.



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