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From sunlight hitting your roof to savings appearing on your TNB bill — here is everything you need to know, in plain language.
How Solar Panels Generate Electricity
Four things happen every time sunlight hits your roof — all automatically, every day.
Sunlight Hits Panels
Photovoltaic cells in each panel absorb photons from sunlight and release electrons, creating direct current (DC) electricity.
DC Electricity Generated
The DC electricity flows through wiring from all your panels down to the inverter, which is usually mounted on a wall inside your home.
Inverter Converts to AC
The inverter converts DC into AC (alternating current) — the same type of electricity that powers your lights, air-cons, and appliances.
Powers Home + Exports to TNB
Your home uses solar power first. Any surplus is automatically exported to the TNB grid, earning you credits to offset nighttime consumption.
The Installation Process
From your first call to flipping the switch — here is the complete 6-step journey.
Free Quote (Remote)
Step 1We review your TNB bill and roof photos remotely to understand your energy use and roof. No site visit is needed to quote.
Custom System Design
Step 2Our design team sizes the system for your roof and consumption profile — choosing the right panel count, inverter capacity, and cable routing.
Financing & Paperwork
Step 3Pay the RM2,000 booking, then choose how to pay the balance: in full, 0% card instalments, a bank loan, or OKAPI rent-to-own. We handle the Solar ATAP application to TNB on your behalf.
Installation
Step 4 · 1–2 days on siteOur SEDA-registered installation crew mounts panels on your roof, runs DC cabling, installs the inverter, and connects everything to your distribution board once Solar ATAP approval is in. On-site installation usually takes 1–2 days.
TNB Meter Upgrade
Step 5TNB replaces your existing meter with a bidirectional smart meter that can measure both your consumption from the grid and your export back to it. This step is handled by TNB directly.
System Goes Live
Step 6 · ~6–10 weeks in totalWe commission your system, configure your monitoring app, walk you through your dashboard, and hand over all warranties. From this day, you start saving.
Monitoring app
Set up at handover, in step 6.
What Size System Do You Need?
Match your current TNB bill to the recommended system size and see your estimated savings.
| Monthly TNB Bill | Recommended System | Estimated Savings | Payback Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| RM 200 | 5.58 kWp | about RM143/month | ~9.3 years |
| RM 400 | 6.20 kWp | about RM230/month | ~6.2 years |
| RM 500 | 7.44 kWp | about RM291/month | ~5.2 years |
| RM 1,000 | 11.78 kWp | about RM610/month | ~3.6 years |
* Estimate: RP4 bill before vs after solar, 3.5 sun-hours, 40% used at home, export credited at 27.03 sen for 10 years, excl. AFA. Actual savings vary by location, roof orientation, and usage profile. Use our calculator for a precise estimate.
How You Get Paid for Surplus Solar
Under Malaysia’s Solar ATAP (Solar Accelerated Transition Action Programme), any electricity your panels produce that exceeds your home’s immediate needs is automatically exported to TNB’s grid. TNB credits your account for every unit exported at the TNB Energy Charge rate: RM 0.2703 per kWh (RM 0.3703 above 1,500 kWh a month).
Export Credit
Surplus exported to the grid is credited to your account at the Energy Charge rate, reducing your monthly TNB bill.
No Battery Needed
Daytime surplus earns bill credit, so most homes need no upfront battery cost.
Credited Each Period
Export credits are applied to your TNB statement every billing period. Unused credit is forfeited, not rolled over — sizing your system to your usage matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often.
How long do solar panels last?
Our Jinko N-Type panels carry a 30-year performance warranty: at least 87.4% of rated output at year 30 under Jinko's warranty terms (about 1% loss in year 1, then about 0.4% a year). Inverters carry a 10-year warranty and may need one replacement over the system lifetime.
Do solar panels work on cloudy days?
Yes — solar panels generate electricity from daylight, not direct sunlight. On overcast days in Malaysia, panels typically produce 10–25% of their peak output. Because Malaysia has strong sunshine year-round, your system still generates meaningful savings across the year.
What happens at night?
Solar panels produce no electricity at night. Under Malaysia's Solar ATAP programme, any surplus energy you export to TNB during the day earns bill credit at the TNB Energy Charge rate, which offsets consumption in the same billing period. Unused credit is forfeited at the end of each billing period, so sizing the system to your usage matters.
Do I need batteries?
Most Malaysian solar owners do not need batteries: under Solar ATAP, daytime surplus earns bill credit at the TNB Energy Charge rate within the same billing period. Solar ATAP is not a free battery, because unused credit is forfeited at the end of each billing period. Batteries become worthwhile if you experience frequent blackouts or want full energy independence. We can advise you on whether battery storage makes financial sense for your situation.
How much can I save on my electricity bill?
Homeowners can cut their TNB bill substantially on our RP4 model. For example, a household with a RM400/month bill and a 6.20 kWp system saves about RM230/month. Payback runs from about 3.6 years (RM1,000 bill) to about 9.3 years (RM200 bill). Estimate: 3.5 sun-hours, export credited at 27.03 sen for 10 years, excl. AFA.
Is my roof suitable for solar?
Most Malaysian roofs are suitable. We look for: at least about 25 sqm (270 sq ft) of unshaded roof space for the smallest 5.58 kWp package, a roof pitched between 10–30 degrees (flat roofs also work with tilt frames), and structural integrity to bear the panel weight (~12 kg/m²). Tile, metal, and flat concrete roofs all work well. No site visit is needed to quote; send roof photos with your bill and we will confirm suitability.
Ready to Go Solar?
Use our free calculator for a remote savings estimate, or get a free quote.
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