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Balustrading Options

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We are renovating our House and are adding a decking area on the second level. We are not sure what options there are available for Balustrading, would you be able to give us an idea of what is out ... continue reading

Ducted Vacuums

Ben from Mentone

Hi, we are building a new house and would like to have ducted Vacuuming put in, we are not sure where to start with it or who can install it for us. Can you give me a contact and some basic info on ... continue reading

Double Glazed Windows

Corina from Pakenham

We recently moved into a house which is on a main road. We are finding that the noise from the traffic is becoming quite annoying. We thought we would get used to it, but no. I have heard that there ... continue reading

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Solar Power - Renae from Bittern

Question

We are building a new home and want it to be as environmentally friendly as possible. We are looking at having Solar Power, can you help us?

Answer

Solar Power is a clean, silent energy alternative, which helps the environment by preventing greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere. Having a Solar Engergizer system installed is a great way to meet the building energy efficiency standards. Solar Panels can be rooftop mounted, ground mounted or intergrated into the building. Solar Systems are generating electricity from the sun and feeding the power back to the electricity grid, saving customers money in the long run & adding value to the property.By having Solar power, you will avoid being disturbed by power black outs. To Help increase cunsumer uptake of renewable energy, the Victorian Government Administration has a rebate program to support the installation of Solar Products. This varies between products.

HIDC Exhibitor(s) who specialise in this area;

AEA Solar Energy’s Pty Ltd

TREAC - The Renewable Energy Action Co.