{"product_id":"independent-technical-solar-consultancy-and-system-audits","title":"Independent Technical Solar Consultancy and System Audits","description":"\u003ch1\u003eIndependent Technical Solar Consultancy and System Audits\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ci\u003e100% Unbiased Advice.  17+ Years Industry Experience | 8,000+ Systems Worked On during this time.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_d3247f44d4c5f14e-28\"\u003eNavigating the New Zealand solar market can be overwhelming. \u003cspan class=\"citation-19\"\u003eWhether you are drowning in conflicting quotes, wondering why your current system isn't delivering expected savings, or dealing with equipment faults, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-19\"\u003eSteve from Hitek\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-19 citation-end-19\"\u003e provides completely independent, expert analysis.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we do not push specific retail sales agendas during consults, our advice is purely focused on real-world engineering, regulatory compliance, and maximizing your long-term financial ROI (genuine real-world savings not just in theory with over inflated numbers given by so many).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🔍 How Can We Help You? (Select Your Scenario)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Pre-Purchase Quote Analysis \u0026amp; Pitfall Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho it’s for:\u003c\/b\u003e Anyone holding 2, 3, or more quotes from solar companies and feeling unsure about which is best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat we do:\u003c\/b\u003e We perform a complete \u003cb\u003eNeeds Analysis\u003c\/b\u003e factoring in your phase connection (1, 2, or 3 phase), NZ-specific network lines rules, EV\/PHEV charging plans, hot water setups, pool\/spa heat pumps, and peak tariff times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe ROI:\u003c\/b\u003e Spotting hidden red flags, standby power losses, and poor round-trip battery efficiency upfront \u003cb\u003etypically saves our clients $2,000 to $7,000+\u003c\/b\u003e in avoided mistakes and over-spec’d equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. New Installation \u0026amp; Post-Commissioning Audits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho it’s for:\u003c\/b\u003e Systems currently being installed or completed within the last 12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat we do:\u003c\/b\u003e We review installation specs and system setups to ensure work was completed correctly. In many cases, we identify configuration or commissioning errors within 4–8 weeks of installation that original installers missed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Underperforming Systems \u0026amp; High Power Bills\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho it’s for:\u003c\/b\u003e Existing solar or battery owners whose power bills are still unexpectedly high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat we do:\u003c\/b\u003e Remote diagnostic checks to identify system losses, inverter configuration errors, panel isolation\/ground faults, or phase imbalance issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. System Upgrades, Aging Hardware \u0026amp; Off-Grid Troubleshooting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho it’s for:\u003c\/b\u003e Owners of older setups (3 to 15+ years old), grid-tie, hybrid, off-grid, RV, motorhome, or marine setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat we do:\u003c\/b\u003e We assess aging battery banks (AGM, GEL, Lead Acid, Lead Carbon LFP, NMC, Sodium-Ion), run battery health diagnostics, and explore repair vs. replacement options to try and avoid unnecessary full-system teardowns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🛠️ Hardware \u0026amp; Brand Expertise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have hands-on diagnostic, repair, and design experience across almost every major brand on the market, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInverters \u0026amp; Systems:\u003c\/b\u003e GoodWe, SolaX, Sungrow, Deye, Growatt, SMA, Victron Energy, OutBack Power, Enphase, Solis, Sigenergy, Enasolar, Delta, Must, Voltronic, Samil, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBatteries \u0026amp; Storage:\u003c\/b\u003e Comprehensive experience with Lithium LFP, Lithium NMC, and Sodium-Ion chemistry—including cell-level diagnosis and repair options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOff-Grid \u0026amp; Mobile:\u003c\/b\u003e Commercial, residential, motorhome\/caravan, and marine setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e💳 Pricing \u0026amp; Booking Structure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause every consultation varies in scope, time requirements are tailored to your specific system complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMinimum Base Consultancy Fee (1 Hour):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e$250 + GST  (Starting from)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIncludes up to 1 hour (total) of total combined time (phone review, document analysis, email correspondence, and follow-up questions).\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCustom Quotes:\u003c\/b\u003e Most complex quote comparisons or deep-dive fault analyses require more than 1 hour.  Contact us first with your project details, and we will provide an accurate upfront time and cost estimate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📩 Ready to Get Independent Clarity?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore booking, drop us a message so we can give you an accurate estimate of the time needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💬 \u003cb\u003eLive Chat:\u003c\/b\u003e Click the live chat widget at the bottom right of your screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📱 \u003cb\u003eWhatsApp Call \/ WhatsApp Message:\u003c\/b\u003e +64-274-711-771\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✉️ \u003cb\u003eContact Page Link: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hiteksolar.co.nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eContact Us – Hitek Solar NZ\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e  If you use the contact page link then please add the word \u003cstrong\u003eTECH CONSULT for the Enquiry Type box\u003c\/strong\u003e if that is what you are wanting thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitek Solar NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47691726880924,"sku":null,"price":287.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/4609\/files\/Hitek_Tech_Consult_Image.jpg?v=1790301421","url":"https:\/\/www.hiteksolar.co.nz\/products\/independent-technical-solar-consultancy-and-system-audits","provider":"Hitek Solar NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}