Rooftop solar panels catching the sun over a South African home
In partnership with Alumo · South Africa

Cut your power bill.Beat load-shedding.

SolarGuide helps you compare solar and get a free quote from Alumo, one of South Africa's leading installers. Rent-to-own from R1,299/month. No big upfront cost.

Alumo
Official referral partner
NRS
Approved installations
3 ways
Rent · Subscribe · Buy
100%
Money-back savings guarantee*

*Alumo's money-back savings guarantee applies to qualifying business systems. All guarantees, warranties and installations are provided by Alumo.

In partnership with Alumo
NRS-approved installs Money-back savings guarantee Rent, subscribe or buy
How we help

Solar, backup & finance, matched to your home or business

From a small backup system to a full commercial array, we help you compare Alumo's options and get a clear, tailored quote.

Solar panels installed on a suburban home roofMost popular

Home solar packages

Bronze, Silver and Gold systems from Alumo, sized to keep your essentials on and cut your monthly bill.

From R1,911/moLearn more
Large commercial rooftop solar installation

Business & commercial

50kW to 1MW systems with the Section 12B 100% tax deduction and Alumo's money-back savings guarantee.

From R18,000/moLearn more
Home lithium battery backup unit mounted on a wall

Battery backup

Keep the lights, Wi-Fi and fridge running through load-shedding with lithium battery storage.

Sunsynk & AlphaESSLearn more
Technician servicing a solar panel array

Services & maintenance

Panel washing, full system services and repairs, for Alumo and other NRS-approved systems.

From R1,092Learn more
Homeowner reviewing solar finance options at a desk

Flexible finance

Rent-to-own over 3 or 7 years, a month-to-month subscription, or outright purchase. Your choice.

From R1,299/moLearn more
Two people planning a solar system layout together

Free quote & guidance

Not sure where to start? We help you compare options and get a tailored quote from Alumo, no pressure.

Free consultLearn more
Why go solar

Three ways solar pays you back

Electricity tariffs only climb. A solar system turns your roof into an asset that reduces your bill and keeps your power on.

Lower your electricity bill

Solar cuts your daytime draw from the grid, and battery backup lets you avoid peak-tariff usage.

Power through load-shedding

Stage 2 or Stage 6, your essentials keep running on stored solar energy. No schedule to plan around.

Add value to your property

A registered solar and backup system is a genuine selling point that adds appeal and resale value.

Modern South African home with solar panels at golden hour
Illustrative household example
Before
R3,400
/ month on grid
After solar
R620
/ month grid top-up

Illustrative figures only, not a quote. Actual savings depend on your usage, roof and the system Alumo designs for you.

Simple & guided

Your solar journey in 4 steps

01

Free quote

Tell us your average bill and needs. We arrange a free, no-pressure quote from Alumo.

02

Custom design

Alumo sizes your panels, inverter and battery, and lays out your rent, subscribe or buy options.

03

Professional install

Alumo's accredited team installs cleanly and issues the paperwork for a compliant, NRS-approved system.

04

Switch on & save

Enjoy lower bills and backup power, with Alumo's guarantees and warranties standing behind the system.

No big upfront cost

Solar you can actually afford

Why keep renting power from the grid when you could own it? With Alumo's rent-to-own and subscription options from R1,299/month, going solar can cost less than your current bill.

  • Rent-to-own: fixed monthly over 3 or 7 years; the system becomes yours.
  • Monthly subscription: from R1,299/mo, with the option to cancel after 24 months.
  • Outright purchase: own it from day one, from R44,980.
See all home packages
Hot Deal SubscriptionLOWEST ENTRY
AlphaESS G3 5kW · 3.6kWh battery · 4 panels
From R1,299
/month
BrightStart
Solis 5kW · Eenovance 5.3kWh · 3 panels
From R1,339
/month
Watt-a-Deal (7-year)
Solis 5kW · Eenovance 5.3kWh · 3 panels
From R1,339
/month

Pricing is Alumo's published catalogue pricing, indicative and subject to credit approval and final system design.

Popular home packages

Alumo home systems

Real packages and pricing. Rent-to-own shown; outright purchase also available.

Bronze solar package

Bronze

Watt-a-Deal
R1,911 /mo · 3-year rent-to-own
or R47,314 outright
  • Sunsynk Powerlynk X — 3.6kW
  • Sunsynk 3.6kWh · ~3 hours backup
  • 4 panels
Get a free quote
MOST POPULAR
Silver solar package

Silver

The Eishkom Ex
R2,035 /mo · 3-year rent-to-own
or R49,800 outright
  • Sunsynk Powerlynk X — 3.6kW
  • Sunsynk 3.8kWh · ~3–4 hours backup
  • 4 panels
Get a free quote
Gold solar package

Gold

The Power Bae
R2,423 /mo · 3-year rent-to-own
or R51,357 outright
  • Sunsynk 5kW
  • Sunsynk 5.32kWh · ~5 hours backup
  • 6 panels
Get a free quote
Trusted technology

Built with tier-one brands

Inverters
SunsynkSolisAlphaESSHuaweiSigenergy
Batteries
SunsynkAlphaESSEenovanceSigenergyIES
Panels
Trina SolarJinko Solar
Aerial view of solar panels across South African residential rooftops
Nationwide coverage

Solar quotes across South Africa

We arrange installations nationwide. Wherever you are, we can help you get a quote and compare your options.

JohannesburgPretoriaCape TownDurbanPort ElizabethBloemfonteinEast LondonSandtonCenturionMidrandStellenboschGeorge
Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Who actually installs the solar system?
Alumo does. SolarGuide is an independent referral partner: we help you compare options and get a free quote, then Alumo (one of South Africa's leading solar installers) handles the design, installation, warranties and after-care.
Will my system keep running during load-shedding?
Yes. Every Alumo home package includes battery backup, so your essentials (lights, Wi-Fi, fridge) keep running when the grid drops. Larger packages (like Gold) store more energy for longer backup.
Do I have to buy the system upfront?
No. Alumo offers rent-to-own over 3 or 7 years, a month-to-month subscription from R1,299/month, or outright purchase. On finance, many households pay a monthly amount close to what they already spend on electricity.
Is there any guarantee it will actually save me money?
For business systems, Alumo offers a money-back savings guarantee: if the system doesn't achieve the promised savings in the first 3 months, Alumo refunds the rental and deposit and pays the difference (systems up to 1MW). Terms are set and fulfilled by Alumo.
What does it cost to get a quote?
Nothing. Getting a quote through SolarGuide is completely free and there's no obligation to proceed.
Rooftop solar array glowing at golden hour
Free & no obligation

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Tell us a little about your needs and we'll arrange a free quote from Alumo, from R1,299/month.

  • Backed by Alumo's guarantees and warranties
  • No pressure. We help you compare, then you decide
  • Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · Sat 8am–1pm

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