The Solar & Battery Partner Sunshine Coast Builders Trust
SolarWide is the Sunshine Coast’s premier trade solar partner. We work directly with custom home builders, volume builders, and commercial developers to integrate high-efficiency solar, battery storage, and EV infrastructure seamlessly into your construction timeline.
Built for Builders: Why Trade Partners Choose SolarWide
We understand the pressures of site management, trade coordination, and building certifier requirements. Partnering with SolarWide means adding a dependable, fully accredited trade team to your master schedule.
Employed In-House Electricians: Every installer on your roof is a trained, licensed SolarWide employee who adheres strictly to site safety and site-specific SWMS.
Streamlined NCC 2022 & NatHERS Compliance: Meeting Queensland’s Whole-of-Home energy budget under NCC 2022 requires smart planning. We specify solar PV array sizing that guarantees certifier approval without over-engineering your budget.
Clean Architectural Integration: We pre-wire internal wall cavities during framing, eliminating external conduits, ugly junction boxes, and compromised cladding.
Dedicated Builder Account Manager: You get a single point of contact who handles design, scheduling, Energex grid connections, and handover paperwork.
Tailored Solutions for Every Development Scale
Whether you’re crafting a single luxury residence or rolling out a multi-dwelling estate, we scale our trade services to match your project scope.
Custom Home Builders
Deliver flawless aesthetics for high-end clients. We conceal all solar cabling inside frames, flush-mount roof hardware, and install premium battery/EV infrastructure that elevates your architectural finish.
Volume & Spec Builders
Boost your standard inclusion packages with cost-effective, high-yield solar PV systems. We provide standardised trade pricing, rapid site turnaround, and all necessary documentation to clear building certifiers swiftly.
Multi-Dwelling & Commercial Developers
From townhouses and Class 2 multi-unit residential complexes to commercial industrial sheds, we design central solar arrays, embedded network options, and shared EV charging solutions that maximise buyer appeal and asset value.
The SolarWide Trade Difference
| Operational Metric | SolarWide Builder Partner | Standard Subcontracted Solar |
| Workforce | 100% In-house, licensed electricians | Third-party subbies paid per panel |
| Site Timing | Scheduled around your frame/lockup phases | Unpredictable arrival; delays other trades |
| Aesthetics | Pre-wired internally; hidden wall runs | Surface-mounted conduits on exterior render/clad |
| Compliance | Full Energex & certifier documentation provided | Delayed paperwork causing handover bottlenecks |
| Client Aftercare | Handled directly by our Warana showroom team | Builder forced to handle buyer warranty complaints |
End-to-End Trade Workflow
We fit right into your existing construction critical path to ensure zero trade overlap or downtime.
Plan Review & Grid Application: Send us your architectural drawings. We calculate solar orientation, specify PV requirements for NCC 2022 compliance, and submit Energex grid connections before site cut.
Framing Stage Rough-In: Our electricians arrive during frame stage to run internal conduits through stud walls and roof trusses, keeping all wiring completely out of sight.
Roof & Fit-Out Phase: Once roofing tiles or Colorbond sheets are set, we install brackets, high-efficiency arrays, inverters, and EV chargers.
Commissioning & Handover Pack: We complete grid commissioning, issue Safety Certificates (Form 43/Form 16 compliance where applicable), and deliver a turn-key solar handover pack for your home buyer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you handle grid approval and certifier paperwork?
We manage the entire Energex network approval process prior to construction and generate all required electrical compliance and testing certificates upon completion, allowing your building certifier to issue final approvals without delay.
Can SolarWide assist with our NatHERS or NCC 2022 energy calculations?
Yes. We review your building drafts early and advise your energy assessors or draftsmen on the exact solar PV system sizing required to pass the ‘Whole-of-Home’ energy budget under QLD energy rules.
How do you ensure roof mountings won't compromise our roofing warranties or cause leaks?
We treat your building envelope with complete care. Our installers use engineered, marine-grade mounting hardware and purpose-built flashing solutions tailored to specific roof profiles (whether Colorbond sheeting, concrete tiles, or terracotta). All roof penetrations are sealed to withstand Queensland coastal weather standards without compromising your primary roofing manufacturer warranties or structural integrity.
