CEC Accreditation: Why It Matters and How to Check

If you’ve landed on this page, you’re probably wondering about solar — and that’s a smart move. At CJN Solar, we’ve installed over 13,500 systems across Queensland and South Australia, and we’ve seen firsthand how the right solar setup can transform a household’s electricity bills.

In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about cec accreditation why it matters and how to check — no jargon, no sales pitch, just honest information from a team that’s been on more rooftops than most people have had hot dinners.

The Short Answer

Every home is different. Your roof, your usage, your budget, and your goals all factor into the right solution. That’s why CJN Solar starts every project with a home visit — we review your last 12 months of bills and design a system around how you actually use power.

What Most People Get Wrong

The biggest mistake we see is homeowners choosing the cheapest quote without understanding what they’re getting. A solar system isn’t a commodity — the difference between a quality installation and a cheap one is the difference between 25 years of savings and 5 years of headaches.

• Quality panels — We use Tier 1 panels from TCL, Tongwei, Jinko, and Trina. These are independently tested and rated for Australian conditions.
• Hybrid inverters — Every system we install uses Hinen or Sigenergy hybrid inverters, which means battery-ready from day one.
• Proper installation — Stainless steel cable ties, full DC conduit, ground tiles for flush mounting. No shortcuts.

How Much Does It Cost?

A quality solar + battery system from CJN Solar starts from $13,559 fully installed after the government STC rebate. That includes:

• Tier 1 solar panels
• Hinen hybrid inverter
• Battery storage
• Powwow VPP membership
• 10-year workmanship warranty
• All grid connection paperwork

Most of our customers save between $2,000 and $4,500 per year, with payback periods of 3-5 years.

QLD vs SA: What’s Different?

Queensland — Feed-in tariffs are low (5-7c/kWh), so storing solar in a battery is far more valuable than exporting. QLD storm season also makes blackout protection genuinely useful.

South Australia — SA has the highest electricity prices in Australia, which means solar + battery delivers the fastest payback in the country. The SA government also offers battery subsidies up to $2,000 through the Cheaper Home Batteries scheme.

Why CJN Solar?

Craig Cannon has designed and installed over 13,500 solar systems in 15 years. He started CJN Solar because he was fed up with sales companies pushing cookie-cutter packages instead of designing systems around the customer.

• CEC accredited installers
• In-house team — no subcontractors
• 10-year workmanship warranty
• We handle all paperwork — grid applications, rebates, STCs
• Serving Gold Coast, Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, Sunshine Coast, and Adelaide

CJN Solar — 5/23 Margaret Street, Southport QLD 4215 — 1300 969 574 — info@cjnsolar.com.au