Avoiding expensive mistakes.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH ABOUT ANY SUPPLIER
How long they have operated What installations you can inspect Whether they employ qualified electricians What happens if something fails
WHY INSPECTING AN INSTALLATION MATTERS
It is the only reliable evidence.
WHAT TO ASK EXISTING CUSTOMERS
Whether it performs as promised Whether the supplier returned when there was a problem
WHAT TO CHECK ABOUT EQUIPMENT
Genuine manufacturer and model Warranty terms and who honours them Availability of replacements
WHY WARRANTY HOLDER MATTERS
A warranty from a supplier who disappears is worthless.
WHAT TO BE CAUTIOUS OF
Prices substantially below others Panels and batteries with no verifiable manufacturer Ratings that are implausible Pressure to decide quickly
WHY COUNTERFEIT EQUIPMENT IS A REAL RISK
It is common, and it fails early.
HOW TO REDUCE THE RISK
Buy from established suppliers Verify serial numbers with the manufacturer where possible Inspect before accepting delivery
WHAT TO PUT IN THE AGREEMENT
Exact equipment specified The performance expected Installation standards Payment stages tied to milestones Warranty and support terms
WHAT TO NEVER DO
Pay in full before installation.
WHAT TO WITHHOLD
A final portion until it demonstrably works.
