Solar Panel Installation in Far North Queensland
Shorecan designs and installs premium grid-connected solar systems across Cairns, the Atherton Tablelands and the wider Far North Queensland region. Every install uses Tier-1 panels paired with Deye hybrid inverters so your system is battery-ready from day one.
Tier-1 panels, cyclone-rated mounting
We use only Clean Energy Council-approved panels on engineered mounting rated for FNQ wind regions — no compromises on structure or longevity.
Deye hybrid inverters
Battery-ready from day one with a full 10-year warranty, including in off-grid operation — most competitor inverters limit the warranty once you go off-grid.
Full STC rebate handled for you
Far North Queensland sits in STC Zone 2 — the highest rebate region in Australia. We calculate, claim and apply your rebate at point of sale.
Monitored from day one
Every install ships with the Deye Cloud app so you can see live generation, household load and self-consumption from your phone.
A well-designed solar system in FNQ typically pays for itself in 3–5 years thanks to high solar irradiance, premium feed-in tariffs and rising grid prices. We size each system around your actual usage data, not a generic rule-of-thumb, so you don't over-spend or under-build.
Residential systems usually land between 6.6 kW and 13.2 kW. Commercial and agricultural sites can scale to 100 kW+ with three-phase Deye inverters. Every quote includes a clear payback estimate, expected annual generation (kWh) and a wiring diagram before you sign.
Why Shorecan
- Locally owned and operated, based on the Atherton Tablelands since 2013
- SAA Accredited (S0111813) — installer and designer signed-off on every job
- Electrical licences: Lic. 124167, Contractor 82919
- Drone-photographed install records for QA, warranty and your own peace of mind
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Frequently asked questions
How much does solar cost in Cairns and FNQ?
After the federal STC rebate, a quality 6.6 kW residential system in Far North Queensland typically lands between $5,500 and $8,500 fully installed, depending on roof type, switchboard work and whether you add a battery. Larger commercial systems are quoted per-site.
How long does an installation take?
A standard residential install is one day on site. Larger commercial or agricultural systems run 2–5 days. We handle the grid-connection paperwork with Ergon Energy before commissioning, so you don't have to chase forms.
Do you install in cyclone regions?
Yes. Every install in FNQ uses engineered, cyclone-rated mounting compliant with the relevant wind region (typically C for coastal Cairns). Structural certification is included with the handover pack.
Will my solar work in a blackout?
Grid-tied solar alone shuts off during a grid outage (a safety requirement). Adding a Pytes LV1 or Dyness battery with a Deye hybrid inverter keeps essential loads running through blackouts — common in cyclone season here.
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