Energy Efficiency
Solar
A solar panel system is one of the most valuable energy inclusions a builder can offer — it can save $1,000–$2,000+ per year on electricity bills. Whether solar is included as standard, offered as an upgrade, or excluded entirely can represent a $5,000–$12,000+ difference in the real value of your build.
43
Builders Include Standard
111
Offer as Upgrade
0
Do Not Include
What is it?
A solar panel system (photovoltaic or PV system) generates electricity from sunlight, reducing your reliance on the grid. A typical residential system is 5–6.6kW with panels on the roof and an inverter. Some builders include solar as a promotional inclusion; others charge it as an upgrade or exclude it. Key specifications include the system size (kW), panel brand, inverter type, and whether it's 'solar ready' (wiring only) or a full installed system.
Why buyers compare it
- Solar can save $1,000–$2,000+ per year on electricity bills
- Some builders include solar as a promotional inclusion — significant value
- A full system installed during the build is cheaper than retrofitting later
- 'Solar ready' (wiring only) is not the same as an installed system — check carefully
Is it worth upgrading?
Questions to Ask Your Builder
Solar — Typical Costs
$0 – $500
Pre-wired for solar — no panels or inverter, install later
$5,000 – $9,000
Full installed system — panels, inverter, and commissioning
$12,000 – $20,000+
Solar panels plus battery storage for evening energy use
Compare My Build Tip
When a builder says 'solar included,' ask whether that means a full installed and commissioned system or just 'solar ready' (pre-wiring and roof brackets). 'Solar ready' means the wiring is in place but you still need to buy and install the panels and inverter — which costs $5,000–$9,000 on top of the 'included' wiring.
Which Builders Include Solar?
SJD Homes
Fairhaven Homes
Aston Homes
Beachwood Homes
Hudson Homes
Carlisle Homes
DR Homes 
JG King Homes
Arden Homes
Kingsbridge Homes
Brighton Homes
Dixon Homes
Plantation Homes
Stylemaster Homes
Mimosa Homes
Omnia Homes
Orbit Homes
Homebuyers Centre - VIC
Nostra Homes
Ausbuild Homes
Eden Brae Homes
New Living Homes
Masterton Homes
Champion Homes
Hibbarb Homes
Fowler Homes
Baygrove Designer Homes
Kaplan Homes
Homes By DJ Jones
Bundy Homes
Coast Life Homes
Everyday Homes
Infinite Homes
Metronest Homes
Hudson Ridge Builders
Langdon Building
Highmark Homes
Hearty Homes
Better Built Homes
Ridgewater Homes
Central Property
Paul Gray Builders
Xircon Homes
Southern Vale Homes
SOHO Living 
Simonds Homes
Evoca Homes
Hallmark Homes
Bold Living
Clarendon Homes QLD
McDonald Jones Homes
Value Homes
Henley Homes
Integrity New Homes 
Metricon Homes
Cougar Homes
Coral Homes
Ownit Homes
Indigo Homes
AUSMAR Homes
Gemini Homes
DARE Homes
CJ Homes
Stroud Homes
McCarthy Homes
Rawson Homes
OJ Pippin Homes
Vantage Building Group
Omni Built Homes
Fresh Homes
Homes by CMA
Hotondo Homes
Austart Homes
Wide Bay Homes
Boutique Homes
Burbank Homes
Emerald Developments
Steve Bagnall Homes
Tapscott Homes
CCS Homes
G.J. Gardner Homes – Gold Coast South
P.J Burns Builder
ABC Homes
Leonard Homes
Kiba Built
G.J Gardner Homes – Melbourne North West
Bellriver Homes
Domaine Homes
MOJO Homes
Montgomery Homes
Wisdom Homes
Candor Homes
Lily Homes
Tempo Living
Kurmond Homes
Perry Homes
Winton Homes
Trend Connection Homes
Casaview Homes
Vogue Homes
Crystele Homes
Practical Homes
Eagle Homes
Dream Scope Homes
Arcadia Homes
Ellis Developments
MasterBuilt Homes
Arden Vale Homes
G&P Builders
McLachlan Homes
Weeks Homes
Metro Homes 
Kookaburra Homes
CSB Homes
King Homes
Malpress Homes
Stonewood Homes
Bennic Homes
Movinda Homes
Verona Homes
Clarendon Homes NSW
Arli Homes
Oxame Homes
Melbourne Homes
5AB Homes VIC
5AB Homes SA
Lane Housing Co
Arkadian Homes
Oasis Building Group
McMaster Designer Homes
Sessions Builders
Colmac Homes
Legend Homes
Key Homes
Allworth Homes
Garraway Homes
Hosies Homes
Redink Homes
Ultra Living Homes
Neptune Homes
Costa Homes
Vision Homes
Tullipan Homes
Oakworth Homes
Green Homes
Bluetongue Homes
Meridian Homes
Homes By ZAC
Provincial Homes
Avia Homes
Kline Homes
Twomey Homes
Oakridge Living
Hunter Homes
MyStyle Homes
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