Frequently Asked Question

Studies have shown that properties with solar energy systems sell for more than properties without them. However, your property value will only increase if you own, rather than rent, your solar panel system. In most parts of the country, going solar will actually increase your property value more than a kitchen renovation.

SURIA is launching solar system starting from approximately RM10,000.00, depending on the system size. It can be scale up from there. There are loans, making it easy for property and business owners with good credit to start saving on their electricity bills by going solar.

When you install solar panels on your property, you are still connected to the utility grid. This allows you to draw power from the grid when your system is not producing all of the power that you need, and send power back to the grid when you produce more than you use. It is possible to go off the grid with a solar energy system that includes battery storage, but it will cost significantly more and is unnecessary for the majority of property owners.

As long as you are connected to the grid, your system does not need a battery: excess power goes to the grid, and you can draw from the grid if you need more electricity than you generate. Solar power systems that include solar power batteries can be pricey and are not necessary unless you want uninterrupted power or operating in remote areas.

Unless you are fully off the grid, you will still receive your electricity bills from your utility. However, you can significantly reduce your bill with a solar system that matches with your energy use.

If you have multiple quotes from different solar installers, comparing them can be difficult. Not all solar installers use the same underlying assumptions and metrics when they provide equipment and financing options to property owners. You can make easy side by side comparisons by looking at their energy yield assumption and other technical metric and after sales support that you understand the costs and benefits of each option.

The easiest way to find out how much electricity you use per month is to take a look at your electricity bill. Different tariffs have different method of calculating your monthly electricity bill. SURIA guide to reading your electricity bill will show you how to find out exactly what to look for.

In general, solar panels are durable and capable of withstanding sunshine, rain and wind. The various components of your solar power system will need to be replaced at different times, but your system should continue to generate electricity for 25 to 35 years.

Solar panels are made of durable tempered glass and require little to no maintenance for the 25 to 35 years of operation. In most cases, you don’t need to clean your solar panels regularly. If something does happen, most equipment manufacturers include warranties, although warranty terms depend on the company.