Question 1

Is the $15,000 interest-free loan actually real?

Accepted Answer

Yes. On 17 June 2026 the NSW Government announced the Home Energy Saver program, a $557 million package. Part of it is up to $15,000 in zero-interest loans, repaid over 10 years, for upgrades like rooftop solar, batteries, insulation and reverse-cycle air conditioning. The loans are delivered through accredited lenders like Brighte and Plenti and repaid over 10 years. Applications are open now with no closing date announced, and our quiz checks which parts you qualify for in 30 seconds.

Question 2

Who qualifies for the loan and the $4,000 discount?

Accepted Answer

The interest-free loan is open to NSW households with a combined taxable income under $210,000. The separate discount of up to $4,000 is for households earning under $80,000 a year or holding an eligible concession card. Renters can access the discount with their landlord's permission. The quiz screens your situation and tells you which stream fits.

Question 3

Can I stack the NSW loan with the federal solar rebates?

Accepted Answer

Yes, that's the point. The NSW Home Energy Saver loan and discount sit on top of the federal STC scheme and the Cheaper Home Batteries Program. The federal rebates cut the system price first, then the NSW loan covers the rest at 0% interest, so most eligible homes put nothing in upfront. If you qualify for both the NSW discount and loan, you apply for the discount first, then the loan for the remaining amount.

Question 4

When can I apply, and is there a deadline?

Accepted Answer

The interest-free loans are open now, with no closing date announced. The targeted discounts are coming later in 2026. Both have funding caps (the loans are budgeted for around 32,000 households), so they're first-in. The federal rebate stacked on top also steps down on 1 January 2027, so locking in 2026 is worth roughly $1,000 more than waiting.

Question 5

What can the money actually go toward?

Accepted Answer

The NSW program covers rooftop solar, household batteries, insulation, reverse-cycle air conditioning, switchboard upgrades, ceiling fans and draught-proofing. Most people we help are putting it toward solar and a battery, since that's the upgrade that shrinks the power bill the most. The quiz focuses on the solar + battery path and matches you with an installer who handles the paperwork.

Question 6

Will I get spammed by installers?

Accepted Answer

No. We send your quote request to one vetted installer matched to your postcode and system needs, not a phone book of cold-callers. If you don't proceed, that installer doesn't keep chasing you, and no one else gets your details.

Question 7

How quickly does someone get back to me?

Accepted Answer

An Australian-based specialist calls within a few business hours with your eligibility breakdown across the NSW program and the federal rebates. The call takes about 10 minutes. You decide on your timing, no pressure, no sales theatre.

Question 8

Do I need to provide my power bill?

Accepted Answer

Not for the eligibility quiz, your postcode and rough system size is enough to confirm what you qualify for. For the final quote, your bill helps us size the system to your home so you use more of your own power and save more.

Question 9

Is the installer actually accredited?

Accepted Answer

Installers in our network are expected to hold valid Clean Energy Council accreditation, the industry standard for residential solar in Australia, and maintain appropriate insurance. Specific installer credentials, warranty terms and insurance details are confirmed at quote stage so you can verify before signing.

Question 10

How is this free?

Accepted Answer

The installer pays us, not you. They already spend on Google ads and door-knocking to find customers, so they pay us instead when we send one their way. Your quote stays the same. We don't take a cut of your loan or discount. Worst case, you spent 30 seconds. No cost, no commitment, no chase-up.

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