KINGSTON

Solar panels and batteries in Kingston

We design and install solar panels and batteries for homes and businesses in Kingston, Tasmania, from Kingston Beach and Blackmans Bay through to the rest of Kingborough, south of Hobart. Every system is designed around your roof and the way you use power, and our workmanship carries a 7-year installation warranty.

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SAA accredited

Accreditation S6285129

15+ years

in the renewable energy industry

7-year install warranty

installation warranty on our workmanship

Tasmanian owned

Local people, local knowledge

SOLAR IN KINGSTON

What can solar do for your Kingston home?

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Solar panels can help your Kingston home use less electricity from the grid and reduce your power bills. At REST Energy, we design solar systems around your roof, your household’s energy use and the appliances you want to power. That could mean covering your everyday electricity needs, running a heat pump, keeping your pool pump going or charging an electric vehicle at home.

Every home uses electricity differently, so we look at your roof, the sunlight it gets and your typical power use before recommending a size and layout. A household that uses more electricity during the day may be able to use more of its solar power directly, while a home with higher evening use may benefit from a solar battery. The aim is a system that suits your home and how you live, not a standard package.

Because the electricity is generated on your own roof from sunlight, it is also renewable, which helps lower your household’s emissions.

Get a free quote for your Kingston home.

SOLAR BATTERIES

Solar batteries in Kingston

Solar panels often generate more electricity during the day than a household needs at that time. A solar battery stores some of that excess energy so you can use it later, including in the evening when your household may be using more power.

We can install a solar battery with a new solar system or add one to your existing setup. We’ll look at your current system, your electricity use and how much power you want to store before recommending a battery.

Some battery systems can keep essential circuits running during a blackout. Tell us when backup power matters to your household, because it changes how the system is designed.

Ask us for a quote on a solar and battery package designed around your home.

OLDER AND HERITAGE HOMES

Solar installation for Kingston homes

Kingston has established streets and newer estates such as Huntingfield, and homes of different ages need different things. We check your switchboard and wiring at the first visit and include any required upgrades in your quote. Roof-mounted solar is generally exempt from a planning permit in Tasmania, but homes in a heritage place or precinct can have extra requirements from Kingborough Council, so we check your property’s heritage status before we quote.

Book a site visit with our team to find out about our solar packages.

REBATES AND FEED-IN TARIFFS

Solar rebates and feed-in tariffs in Tasmania

The credit you get for exported solar is lower than what you pay to buy electricity, so using more of your own solar is what brings your bill down. Two federal discounts can come off your quote. Small-scale technology certificates (STCs) reduce the price of an eligible solar system, and the discount gets smaller each year until the scheme ends in 2030. The Cheaper Home Batteries Program reduces the price of an eligible battery installed with new or existing solar. It is based on usable capacity and steps down every six months under the Clean Energy Regulator schedule, so your install date matters. Where they apply, both discounts are built into your quote. To see what applies to your Kingston property, call (03) 6170 1641.

KINGSTON BUSINESSES

Commercial solar installation in Kingston

Aerial view of a council building with a 33 kW solar system on the roof, installed by REST Energy

Businesses can use solar to generate electricity for their premises during operating hours, helping reduce the amount of power they need to purchase from the grid.

We design and install commercial solar systems for businesses and farms across Kingborough, planned around your bills, operating hours and roof space. Send us a recent power bill through the quote form and we will prepare a commercial solar proposal.

WHAT WE INSTALL

Solar and battery solutions for Kingston properties

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Home solar systems

Grid-connected and hybrid solar for your home, sized to your power bills and roof.

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Solar batteries

Store your daytime solar for the evening and see what you could save through the Cheaper Home Batteries Program.

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Commercial solar

Cut daytime power costs for your business or farm.

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Off grid solar

Stand-alone power for shacks and farms the grid doesn't reach.

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EV chargers

Charge your electric vehicle at home with a charger installed by our local team.

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WHY REST ENERGY

Local solar installers serving Kingston and southern Tasmania

REST Energy is Tasmanian-owned and based on Hobart’s eastern shore, installing solar systems across southern Tasmania, including Kingston and the Huon Valley.

George Auchterlonie leads the business, bringing more than 35 years of experience as an electrician in Tasmania, including 15 years working in renewable energy. He works with a team of qualified electricians and tradespeople who manage installations from the initial enquiry through to switch-on.

You can also hear George discuss solar and batteries in Tasmania on The Tassie Solar Man podcast.

We don’t disappear once you’re switched on, and our after-sales support covers the systems we install. Get a quote from a local team.

Reviews

What our customers say

    
 
 
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   Connor C 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. One of the easier parts of building a new house with solar. If you prefer no fuss and straight to the point service, then my hot tip is to give Rest Energy a buzz. George was beyond helpful, concise, and when a later issue popped up (due to the house and not the solar), he immediately was in contact to resolve it. I rarely leave a review on anyone, unless the product and service went above and beyond.
  
 
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   John Radonic 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My partner and I can thoroughly recommend George and his team in the highest possible way.
From the initial discussions to establish our needs, to the quoting process, then the installation itself, things could not have been smoother from our side.
This industry does receive bad press because of dodgy operators, this is certainly not the case with Rest Energy Tas, professional in all dealings, on time installation and then always there for ny ongoing queries, not that we have had many as the hand over we received was very extensive.
We can only say talk to Rest Energy with his highest recommendation
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   john Pattison 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome from beginning till end. Alfy, George and the crew were professional, fast and did a great job. Cant recommend them highly enough. If youre going to go solar then go with these guys. Top job team !!!
  
 
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   Patrick Lyness 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very impressed with rest energy Tasmania. From start to finish we found Rowena, George and the whole crew to be experienced which showed in their professionalism and workmanship.
Communication was 100%.
We would highly recommend rest energy Tasmania for all your solar needs.
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   Amanda Avens 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. George and the team at RestEnergy have been outstanding. From the moment we engaged them in quoting, to then installing our solar system they have been very responsive and professional. Keeping us updated and involved throughout the process. A pleasure to deal with such a personable local company who pride themselves on high standards and customer service. Highly recommended.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After the great installation of 10kW of solar panels and a Myenergi system 4 years ago by George we decided to take advantage of the recent battery support package and get a FranklinWH system for backup installed.   This has a long warranty on all parts.  Great work by George with all the tricky work done in one day.
  
 
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   Hamish Wakefield 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent Service and Fantastic Results!
George and his team at Rest Energy installed our solar system in the middle of last year, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. Over summer, we actually had a credit on our power bill, and throughout winter our bill has been minimal. The system has exceeded our expectations in terms of performance and savings.

The service has also been outstanding—George has been quick to respond to any questions we've had, and his support has been consistent from installation through to follow-up. Highly recommend Rest Energy for anyone considering going solar!

NEARBY SUBURBS

Solar installations in Kingston Beach, Blackmans Bay and nearby areas

Our local team installs solar panels and batteries in Blackmans Bay and Kingston Beach, as well as across the wider Kingborough area. We service homes and businesses from Taroona and Kingston down the Channel, with systems designed around your roof and electricity use. Closer to the city, see our page on solar installation in Hobart, and on the Eastern Shore, solar installation in Bellerive.

We’re Tasmanian owned and operated, led by George Auchterlonie, a Tasmanian electrician with over 35 years’ experience, and we’ve been in the renewable energy industry for 15+ years.

Call us on 03 6170 1641 to discuss your options.

FAQ

Kingston solar panel and battery FAQs

Who can install solar panels in Kingston, Tasmania?

REST Energy Tasmania installs solar panels and batteries for homes and businesses in Kingston, Kingston Beach, Blackmans Bay and across Kingborough. The business is led by George Auchterlonie, who has more than 35 years of experience as an electrician in Tasmania. REST Energy holds Solar Accreditation Australia accreditation S6285129, electrical licence 873331 and contractor licence 1369941, and every installation carries a 7-year installation warranty.

Are solar panels worth it in Kingston?

For many Kingston homes, yes. Solar reduces the electricity you buy from the grid by generating power on your own roof, and the savings depend on the size of your system, the sunlight your roof gets and how much of that electricity you use directly. REST Energy looks at your roof and your household’s power use before recommending a system, and suggests a battery where it suits your needs.

Is there a solar battery rebate in Kingston?

Yes. Eligible batteries installed with new or existing solar can receive a discount through the federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program. The discount is based on usable battery capacity and steps down every six months, so your installation date matters. REST Energy builds the applicable discount into your quote where your battery is eligible.

How much do solar panels and a battery cost in Kingston?

The cost depends on the size of the system, your roof, your electricity use and any battery you add, and eligible federal discounts reduce the final price. REST Energy provides an obligation-free quote on a solar and battery package designed around your property and your power use, so you can see the options before you decide.

Do I need council approval for solar panels in Kingston?

Roof-mounted solar is generally exempt from a planning permit in Tasmania. Properties in a heritage place or precinct can have extra requirements through Kingborough Council, so REST Energy checks your property’s heritage status before preparing your quote.

Can a solar battery keep my Kingston home running in a blackout?

Some battery systems can, depending on how the system is designed and which circuits are connected. Standard grid-connected solar panels without a suitable backup setup generally switch off when the grid goes down. Tell REST Energy when backup matters to you, because it changes how the system is designed.

Get a straight answer on solar

Tell us about your Kingston property, your electricity use and what you'd like solar to power. REST Energy can discuss your options and prepare a quote based on your needs.

Or email info@restenergy.com.au

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