Australia’s energy market is changing and to take full advantage homeowners and renovators need a solar and battery option tailored to their daily needs.

With sophisticated monitoring technology, the latest systems can capture new peak-time pricing conditions that will soon be implemented.

“The middle of the day, not the middle of the night, is becoming the new off-peak period,” says a Sharpe Energy Hub spokesperson. “Because South Australia’s rooftop solar often is producing more than is being used at this time the big retailers are buying it for less and now plan to sell it for less.”

Householders will be able to take advantage of the situation by activating spa pumps, heating and cooling systems, and other appliances, such as dishwashers, during this period.

“The latest monitoring technology is so advanced it can show exactly how much power a kettle uses (around 2kW)”, says the Sharpe spokesperson. “This knowledge puts power into your hands and shows you exactly what is using power and when.”

Monitoring has other useful benefits. It can reveal if the hot water thermostat is faulty, or if the fridge is not operating at peak efficiency.

Solar, combined with battery storage, attracts generous subsidies in South Australia. It is the proven and ultimate way to control domestic energy use and significantly reduce power bills.

Sharpe Energy Hub has a comprehensive range of industry-leading battery and solar systems. These include the sonnenBatterie in various sizes, the Eguana Evolve and Tesla Powerwall. Quality solar panels include the HT SAAE, Q Cells and Sunpower.

View all these along with Sharpe’s range of air conditioning, heat pump hot water systems, and pool heating options, at 71 Port Road, Thebarton.

Expert consultants and engineers are ready to tailor a system to suit your household’s requirements.

Their key tool is Energy Analyser, which crunches consumption figures to show how a household can save up to 80 per cent on energy costs. Start your home’s energy analysis by filling the Energy Analyser Form.

Sharpe Energy-Hub systems are installed and serviced by its own technicians, backed by the experience and knowledge of 40 years in business.