Chartered Engineering Expertise
Every project is guided by engineering experience across residential, commercial and government buildings. That means technical decisions come first.
RESIDENTIAL SOLAR CANBERRA
Solar Designed Around Your Home. Not a Sales Target.
Solar isn't a one-size-fits-all product. Your roof, energy use, budget and future plans all affect what makes sense.
At Decarby, every project is backed by engineering expertise. We take the time to understand how you use energy, explain your options clearly and design a system that works for your home now and into the future.
No jargon. No pressure. Just practical advice from a local Canberra team.
Let's Talk About Your Home
Tell us a little about what you're looking for and our team will get in touch.
Established. Trusted. Certified.
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New Energy Tech Consumer Code
Recognised under the New Energy Tech Consumer Code for transparent, fair and reliable service.
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Chartered Engineering Expertise
Solutions overseen by a Chartered Building Services Engineer.
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Solar Accreditation Australia
Qualified to design and install solar and battery systems.
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9+ Years Installation Experience
Decarby's installers bring more than nine years of proven experience.
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Brighte Partner
Access to an ACT Government-supported low-interest loan through Brighte.
WHY DECARBY?
Engineers and Installers Who Listen.
There are plenty of ways to put solar panels on a roof. The harder part is working out what system actually makes sense for the home underneath them.
We're not driven by sales targets or cookie-cutter quotes. We look at what you're trying to achieve, explain the options and recommend a system that suits your property and energy goals.
Tailored to Your Home
We design customised solutions and staging plans around the property rather than trying to fit every household into the same package.
Experienced Installers
Our accredited installation team brings years of practical experience, with a focus on safe, efficient installation and quality workmanship.
Customer-Centred, Not Sales-Driven
We'd rather explain why something does or doesn't make sense for your home than push equipment you don't need.
SOLAR FOR CANBERRA HOMES
Start With the Right Solar System.
For many Canberra homes, solar can provide a significant portion of the electricity used across the household. But how well a system performs depends on more than the number of panels on your roof.
System size, available roof space and the way your household uses electricity all matter. We work through those factors with you and design a system around your actual needs.
If battery storage, an EV or further electrification is something you may consider later, we can also account for that from the beginning. The aim is to avoid locking you into a system that limits your options down the track.
Your system can be planned around:
- Your household energy use
- Available roof space
- Solar system sizing
- Battery storage
- Future EV charging
- Heat pump hot water
- Future home electrification
MAKE MORE USE OF YOUR SOLAR
Use Your Solar Energy When You Actually Need It.
Solar generation and household energy use don't always happen at the same time.
Most solar generation happens during the day, while household demand often increases in the morning and evening. A battery can store surplus solar generation and make that energy available later instead of sending all of it back to the grid.
But bigger isn't automatically better.
Battery size should be matched to how your household actually uses energy, your existing solar system and what you may need in the future. That's why we look at the system as a whole before recommending a solution.
- Use more of the solar energy you generate
- Reduce evening grid usage
- Reduce exposure to peak electricity rates
- Prepare for increased demand from EVs and electric appliances
- Add backup capability when the system is designed for it
ACT REBATES & FINANCE
There May Be Support Available for Your Upgrade.
Eligible ACT homeowners may be able to access support for solar, batteries, EV chargers and other eligible household upgrades through available incentive and finance programs.
Decarby is partnered with Brighte, providing access to an ACT Government-supported low-interest loan. The website also references the Sustainable Household Scheme, federal battery rebates and STCs as potential ways eligible households can reduce upfront costs.
The important part is understanding what applies to your particular setup.
We'll walk you through the options relevant to your project and help with the paperwork where applicable.
Not sure where to start?
That's fine. Tell us what you're considering and we'll talk through your options.
Eligibility, available incentives and finance options depend on the applicable program and individual circumstances.
OUR APPROACH
Start With the Home, Then Design the System.
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Understand
We start by understanding your home, how you use energy and what you're trying to achieve.
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Assess
We consider the property, your current energy requirements and what you may want to add in the future.
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Design
We develop a solution around the property rather than starting with an off-the-shelf package.
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Explain
We walk you through the options clearly, without unnecessary jargon or pressure.
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Install & Support
Our installation team delivers the system with a focus on safety, quality and attention to detail, with support beyond installation.
Not Sure What System You Need?
You don't need to have the answer before you call us.
Tell us about your home, your electricity use and what you're hoping to achieve. We'll help you work through what makes sense whether that's solar now, solar and battery together, or a system designed so you can add more later.
Practical advice. No sales pressure.
OUR WORK
Installed by Our Team. Here in Canberra.
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WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
We're Not Salespeople. We're Engineers and Installers Who Listen.
You shouldn't need to become a solar expert just to make a sensible decision about your home.
Our job is to understand what you're trying to achieve, explain the options clearly and recommend something we'd be comfortable installing in our own homes.
No cookie-cutter quotes. No pressure tactics. Just practical advice backed by engineering and installation experience.
Meet the people behind the advice
Bilal Babadagi
Director & Chartered Building Services Engineer, CPEng, NER
Bilal brings consulting engineering experience and oversees the technical standard and quality behind Decarby's projects.
Nana Sashiwa
Business Development & Operations Manager
With a background in law, business operations, and client strategy, Nana brings a rare mix of structure and customer-oriented approach to the solar and sustainability space in Canberra. She’s spent years helping consulting engineers and sustainability teams turn ideas into action and now helps Decarby grow with integrity, clarity, and heart. From first conversation to final install, Nana brings calm focus and clear direction, ensuring the solar journey smooth and satisfying for every customer.
