Custom Solar & Battery Design for New Home Builds on the Sunshine Coast
Building a new custom home is your chance to get every detail right. Don’t let exposed conduits, messy cabling, or inefficient energy setups ruin your home’s aesthetic after handover.
At SolarWide, we work directly with you, your builder, and your architect to design and pre-wire a seamless, battery-ready solar energy system during construction. Enjoy maximum energy independence from the day you turn the key.
Why Design Solar During Construction?
Waiting until your custom build is finished to install solar often means compromising on aesthetics and utility layout. Integrating solar into your architectural plans delivers a cleaner finish and a smarter energy footprint.
| Feature | Integrated Build Design | Post-Handover Retrofit |
| Cabling & Conduits | Hidden internal runs inside wall cavities during framing | External conduit mounted on outer walls |
| Equipment Placement | Dedicated wall space planned for inverters & batteries | Mounted wherever space is left around AC/hot water units |
| Roof & Panel Layout | Designed with roof pitch & tile/sheet profile in mind | Limited by pre-installed vents, skylights, & aerials |
| Future-Proofing | Pre-wired for EV chargers, batteries, & smart meters | Costly switchboard upgrades & retrofitting later |
How We Work With You & Your Builder
We take the stress off your hands by coordinating directly with your builder and project manager throughout the build.
1. Architectural Plan & Load Review
We review your building plans, roof orientation (aiming for optimal North/West aspect), heat loads, pool equipment, and future EV charging needs to size your ideal system.
2. Rough-In & Pre-Wiring (Framing Stage)
Our licensed electricians visit the site while the frame is exposed to run all solar cabling internally, keeping exterior walls clean and clutter-free.
3. Roof & Electrical Fit-Out
Once the roof sheeting or tiles are laid, we mount high-efficiency panels, install the hybrid inverter, and set up your battery storage or EV charger.
4. Move-In Ready Commissioning
We test and commission the system prior to handover so your home is generating clean energy from day one.
Why Sunshine Coast Custom Home Builders Choose SolarWide
Building a home is a major investment, so you need energy partners who take equal pride in their craft.
100% In-House Electricians: We never use subcontractors. Every team member on your roof is a qualified, SAA-accredited SolarWide employee.
Sunshine Coast Locals Since 2011: Family-owned and operating locally for over a decade with a 5.0-star reputation.
Showroom Confidence: Want to see your panels, inverters, and battery storage options up close? Visit our local showroom at 3 Bearing Avenue, Warana.
Quality Components: We use premium brands like REC, Fronius, Sungrow and BYD—built to handle the coastal Sunshine Coast environment.
Smart Features for Your New Custom Build
Battery-Ready Storage: Store daytime sunshine for night-time power. We design battery placement in cool, accessible spots during structural planning.
EV Charger Infrastructure: Planning an electric vehicle? We can pre-wire high-speed EV charging points directly into your garage frame.
Residential Solar Systems: Protect your family budget against unpredictable power price spikes. We design residential systems that maximise self-consumption so you use every watt you generate.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I contact SolarWide about my new build?
As early as possible! Contacting us during the design or drafting phase lets us optimize panel layouts on your roof plans and ensure your electrical board is specified correctly with your builder.
Will SolarWide liaise directly with my building contractor?
Yes. We communicate directly with your builder, site supervisor, or project manager to schedule our pre-wire and roof installation stages seamlessly around their build timeline.
Can I pre-wire for a battery or EV charger now and install it later?
Absolutely. Pre-wiring during construction costs a fraction of what it would take to pull cables through finished plasterboard walls later. It’s one of the smartest ways to future-proof your investment.
How do you protect the architectural aesthetics and roof line of my new home?
Custom builds are all about design, and we take visual integration seriously. During the planning phase, we use 3D modeling to align panel arrays with your roof lines, pitch, and skylights while keeping them out of sight from the main street facade wherever possible. By pre-wiring during the wall framing stage, we ensure zero external conduits or bulky grey junction boxes ruin your pristine exterior cladding or render.
Do you handle the grid approval and Energex paperwork for new Sunshine Coast sites?
100% taken care of. Managing grid application paperwork for a brand-new lot or knock-down rebuild can be complex. We handle the entire Energex network connection approval process, smart meter coordination, and compliance sign-offs on your behalf, ensuring your system is fully certified and ready to power your home from day one.
