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How it works

Honest and simple, built on a real partnership

SolarGuide is an independent referral partner of Alumo, one of South Africa’s leading solar installers. We help you compare options and get a free, no-obligation quote from Alumo.

In partnership with Alumo
NRS-approved installs Money-back savings guarantee Rent, subscribe or buy
The process

From first quote to switch-on

01

Free quote & credit check

Share your average electricity bill and what you want to power. You get a free quote with your rent-to-own, subscription and outright options, and no obligation.

02

Free site assessment

A technician visits to check your roof, orientation, shading and DB board, so the system is designed around your actual home rather than a guess.

03

Custom design & proposal

Your panels, inverter and battery are sized to your usage, with a clear proposal and final pricing you can compare.

04

Contracting

You choose your payment option and sign. Rent-to-own and subscription plans include maintenance and insurance.

05

Installation & commissioning

An accredited in-house team installs cleanly — usually in a day or two for a home — commissions the system and handles the compliance paperwork.

06

Support & maintenance

You switch on and start saving, backed by warranties, free annual maintenance and 24/7 after-sales support.

Why it's done right

Installed by experts, supported for years

The quote is only the start. What matters is who installs the system and who stands behind it.

In-house teams, no outsourcing

Your installation is done by the installer’s own accredited teams, which is why the workmanship is guaranteed for 3 years.

Tier-one technology

Carefully chosen, well-tested equipment from names like Sunsynk, AlphaESS, Solis, Trina and Jinko, backed by 10-year product warranties.

End-to-end support, 24/7

From the first site visit to years of after-care, a support team is available 365 days a year, plus DIY troubleshooting resources.

Full transparency

Who does what

We believe you should know exactly how this works before you spend a cent.

SolarGuide (that's us)

  • We help you compare solar options in plain language
  • We arrange your free, no-obligation quote
  • We’re an independent referral partner, not owned by Alumo
  • We may earn a referral fee on completed installations

Alumo (the installer)

  • Designs and sizes your solar system
  • Supplies and installs all equipment
  • Provides warranties, NRS approval and compliance
  • Provides the money-back savings guarantee & Section 12B benefit

Getting a quote through SolarGuide is always free, and there's never any obligation to proceed. Questions? Email us at hello@solarguide.co.za.

Ready to see what solar could save you?

Get a free, no-obligation quote. Share your average electricity bill and we’ll help you find the right system for your roof and budget.

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