Residential Solar Grants and Support
Switching to solar at home is far more straightforward than most people realise and DMAK Electrical is here to make the process even easier. Many homeowners are surprised to discover that going solar doesn’t have to mean a hefty upfront bill or navigating a mountain of red tape. While New Zealand hasn’t yet rolled out a nationwide rebate scheme for residential solar installations, that doesn’t mean Hawke’s Bay homeowners are left without options. In fact, there are some genuinely strong financial pathways available right now to help you get started.
Through bank-backed green loans and energy-efficient finance options, the cost of switching to solar is more manageable than ever. These products are specifically designed to support homeowners making sustainable upgrades and solar sits right at the top of that list. When you factor in Hawke’s Bay’s exceptional sunshine hours and the steady climb in power prices across New Zealand, solar stops being a luxury and starts looking like one of the smartest long-term investments a household can make.
At DMAK Electrical, we work with Hawke’s Bay homeowners every day to design and install solar systems that are tailored to the way your household actually uses power. We understand the local conditions, the available finance options, and everything in between, so you don’t have to figure it out alone. While there are currently no direct government rebates for standard residential properties, the combination of competitive green finance and our region’s natural solar advantage means the numbers still stack up strongly in your favour.
Green & Sustainable Home Loans
Most major banks offer low-interest or special-rate loans for solar and battery installations, including:
ANZ Good Energy Loan
ASB Better Homes Top-Up
Westpac Greater Choices
BNZ Green Home Loan Top-Up
These loans can typically be used for:
Solar panels
Home batteries
EV chargers
Energy efficiency upgrades
Regional Support Programmes
Community Renewable Energy Fund (CREF)
Supports renewable energy installations for community buildings, marae and resilience hubs in regions like Hawke’s Bay. (Not for private homes, but excellent for local projects.)
Why Hawke’s Bay Homes Benefit
With long sunshine hours and rising electricity costs, solar payback periods in Hawke’s Bay are among the best in NZ. Most households reach payback in 6–9 years, depending on system size and usage patterns.
Why choose solar for your home?
Hawke’s Bay is one of New Zealand’s sunniest regions, meaning solar systems installed by DMAK Electrical generate strong output and deliver fast payback, especially as power costs continue to rise.
Going solar with DMAK gives homeowners real energy independence and lasting protection from price hikes, with noticeably lower monthly bills and solid long-term savings. It’s also a smart investment in your property’s value, while reducing your carbon footprint at the same time.
If you’ve been thinking about making the switch, now is a great time to have a conversation with
the team at DMAK Electrical and find out what solar could look like for your home.
DMAK Electrical is here to deliver reliable, innovative and future-ready solar systems.
Get in touch with DMAK Electrical today.
What people say about us
Very Professional Team. Had a Solar System solution specked ordered and installed by DMAK electricals for our off grid cabin. Very pleased with their service. Will be happy to use them again.
DMAK recently serviced my heat pumps. They arrived promptly and did a great job. They identified a fault, fixed it promptly and both are now running better than ever. I wouldn’t hesitate to call them again.
Vaughan Heeney