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Christchurch | Canterbury - Lightforce Solar

Lightforce Solar Christchurch are committed to serving the Canterbury
and wider New Zealand market with tailored solar solutions.

Renewable energy leader

New Zealand's Solar Experts

Solar energy is transforming the way we power our lives and businesses. By harnessing the abundant sunlight available in Christchurch and Canterbury, solar panels convert solar energy into clean, renewable electricity.

Installing solar panels on your home or commercial building allows you to generate your own power, reducing your reliance on traditional fossil fuels and significantly lowering your carbon footprint. Solar power systems work by capturing sunlight and converting it into DC (Direct Current) electricity, which is then transformed into usable AC (Alternating Current) electricity for your everyday needs.

As more people seek sustainable solutions to rising energy bills and environmental concerns, solar energy stands out as a smart investment for the future. Whether you’re looking to power your home, business, or both, solar panels offer a reliable way to generate electricity, reduce costs, and contribute to a cleaner, greener planet.

Solar solutions for every space

Empower your property with clean, renewable energy tailored to your needs

For homeowners in Christchurch and Canterbury, home solar solutions from Lightforce offer a practical way to take control of your energy usage and expenses. By installing solar panels on your roof, you can generate energy right where you live.

Businesses across Christchurch and Canterbury are turning to commercial solar solutions to reduce operating costs and demonstrate their commitment to sustainability. At Lightforce Solar, we provide a full suite of commercial solar services.

Why Choose Lightforce Solar

What Sets Lightforce Apart From Other Solar Installers

The difference between a solar system that meets expectations and one that underperforms almost always comes down to design. Many installers across Canterbury (for both residential and commercial projects) offer a fast, off-the-shelf quote based on roof size alone. Panels go up, the job is done, and the property owner is left hoping the numbers stack up. Lightforce Solar takes a different approach. Every Christchurch solar system, whether it’s a family home or a warehouse, starts with a proper design process led by our in-house team.

For homeowners, we begin by reviewing your last 12 months of power bills to understand how your household actually uses electricity, when peaks occur, how much hot water heating draws, and where the easy savings sit. For businesses, we look at consumption profiles, operating hours, and load patterns across your site to find the system size that delivers the strongest return.

From there, we use satellite imagery and on-site assessments to model panel placement against your roof’s specific orientation, pitch, and any shading from trees, neighbouring buildings, or rooftop plant. Battery sizing is then matched to your overnight or after-hours usage and backup priorities, rather than being upsold as a one-size add-on.

Just as importantly, we design for where you’re heading, not just where you are today. EV chargers, heat pump upgrades, additional production lines, or a shift from gas to electric, we factor these into the system size now, so you’re not paying twice to expand a system that was undersized from day one. It’s this extra design effort, an approach not all installers take, that protects your investment and delivers the long-term performance that our home and commercial customers really appreciate.

Why Choose Lightforce Solar

Choosing Lightforce Solar means partnering with a team dedicated to making solar simple, effective, and rewarding. Our in-house experts guide you through the whole process

In-house Experts

Guidance from first quote to ongoing support

Free Quotes

Honest advice and clear communication

Efficient Installations

Focus on long-term performance and satisfaction

Robust Warranties

High quality solar products and storage

SUSTAINABLE SOLAR

HOW MUCH CAN SOLAR SAVE YOU?

Solar panel prices have sharply decreased in the last decade, making it more affordable than ever. There’s never been a more affordable time to invest in a clean and renewable energy source with solar panels.

GREEN LOANS

Finance your Solar for $0 upfront with green loans

Take the hassle out of financing your solar system with green home loans. With many banks offering competitive rates, you can enjoy the benefits of solar power without the upfront investment. Our team of experts is here to guide you through the process and help you make the best decision for your home.

ANZ Good Energy Home Loan

1.00% P.A. fixed rate for 3 years, up to $80,000.

ANZ’s Good Energy Home Loan provides up to $80,000 for solar panel installations and other home improvements. Enjoy a fixed rate for 3 years, making your home eco-friendly and efficient. Eligibility criteria apply.

ASB Better Homes Top Up

Up to $80,000 for home improvements or EV purchase, 3-year fixed rate.

ASB Better Homes Top Up lets you borrow up to $80,000 for solar panels and home upgrades, fixed for 3 years. Make your home greener with ease. Minimum equity required, along with quotes for solar installations. Exclusions and conditions apply.

BNZ Green Home Loan Top-ups

Borrow up to $80,000 at a 1% p.a. fixed rate for eco-upgrades and EVs. Flexible terms.

BNZ Green Home Loan Top-Ups for Solar and Eco-Upgrades: Finance sustainable changes with up to $80,000 at 1% p.a. fixed rate for 3 years. Improve insulation, ventilation, heating, and go green with electric vehicles. Flexible terms after 3 years.

Kiwibank Sustainable Energy Loan

Up to $2,000 for renewable systems, waived top-up fee for existing home loan customers.

Kiwibank Sustainable Energy Loan: Unlock up to $2,000 over 4 years for solar and more. No top-up fee for existing customers. Embrace sustainable energy now.

Westpac Greater Choices Home Loan

Up to $50,000 interest-free for 5 years for a cozier, eco-friendly home.

Westpac Greater Choices Home Loan for Solar and Beyond Elevate your home with up to $50,000 interest-free for 5 years. Enhance insulation, install solar panel, go green with electric transport. Flexibility and no establishment fees make it ideal for creating a more sustainable home and lifestyle.

YOUR SOLAR INSTALLATION

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Read the information below to find out answers to our most commonly asked questions.

When the sun shines, PV (photovoltaic) cells in the solar panels convert sunlight into DC (direct current) electricity.

This energy is converted into AC (alternating current) power, by an inverter (included in your purchase), for use in your home.

Your home appliances (fridge, lights, TV, etc.) use this solar power before drawing any additional power needed from the electricity grid.

Excess energy created can be stored in a battery to be used when the sun goes down or exported back to the electricity grid.

That’s it.

The cost of a solar system varies depending on the size of the system, the type of solar panels, the inverter, and the battery. In New Zealand, the average cost of a solar system for a home is around $10,000 without a battery and $20,000 with a battery.

When your solar system produces excess energy to what you are consuming on-site, it will charge your home battery. If the battery is full of charge, the excess will go back to the grid.

When you have energy consumption on-site that is more than what your solar system is producing, the battery will discharge.

A smart meter is essential for accurately measuring the energy your solar system generates and how much you send back to the grid. It enables real-time monitoring of your power usage, helping you maximise savings and efficiency.

With a smart meter, your electricity retailer can track both the energy you consume and the solar power you export, ensuring you receive the correct credits on your bill. It’s a key part of optimising your solar investment and making the most of your renewable energy.

The installation time for a solar system depends on the size of the system and the complexity of the installation. In general, it takes about 2 days to install a solar system for a home.

A solar green loan is a bank loan that is specifically designed to fund the purchase and installation of solar panels. Solar green loans typically have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment terms than traditional loans, making them an attractive option for homeowners who want to go solar.

Solar systems require very little maintenance. The only regular maintenance that is required is to clean the solar panels once a year. You may also need to replace the inverter every 10-15 years. If you choose Lightforce Solar you’ll be looked after by our customer care team and solar technicians for the entire life of your system.

HAPPY SOLAR CUSTOMERS

4.5
Arne Brandt
2 weeks ago
Very happy. Great communication at every step of the process, they took care of all the paperwork, the team on the ground was very professional, tidy and friendly. Had my first power bill and it made a huge dent and the difference almost covered the finance costs, and that is in May and in Wellington. The GoodWe inverter that came with the 9 kW system allows you to drill into power usage by minute, let's you track individual household appliances and of course those clouds.
Alan Muller
3 weeks ago
Very happy with the performance of the system. Efficiently installed with a great team
Ray Barley
3 weeks ago
Reliable, efficient and totally professional. Recommended 👍
Carl Elphick
4 weeks ago
Lightforce installed an Enphase system with microinverters for us, which was ideal given the shading from our chimney and neighbouring trees. The sales rep who visited was excellent — very knowledgeable, answered all our questions, and provided a very detailed quote. The installation, however, was the disappointing part. I was expecting the job to take around three days, but it ended up taking the better part of a month. A design issue meant the system had to be reduced by one panel, and it often felt like the team had multiple installs running at once. I also had to follow up several times to get updates. That said, I’m very happy with the finished product. The system looks tidy on the roof and is securely mounted. We’ve had a couple of major storms since installation, and I was genuinely worried the panels might lift — but they held firm. Because the system uses microinverters, each panel runs independently, and the only hardware on the wall is a small, tidy box next to the switchboard. The app is simple and works well, and I’ve recently discovered that smart‑home platforms like Home Assistant can pull data from it, which is a bonus. In terms of performance, our highest power bill so far has been $90 going into winter, down from around $300. Part of that saving also comes from removing natural gas and installing a hot‑water heat pump, but solar has clearly made a big difference. With energy prices rising so quickly, installing solar feels like a no‑brainer. I was on the fence about giving 3 or 4 stars just purely on the install experience but will give 4 as the benefit outweighs the frustration
David Jefferies
4 weeks ago
Great service. Would highly recommended
Keith Brunt
1 month ago
Excellent service from start to finish coupled with top quality products from Sigen Energy. The installed system works beyond my expectations. Thanks Lightforce Solar
Ian Tennant
1 month ago
Excellent process from start to finish. Competitive pricing, excellent high quality equipment, prompt and efficient installation, with first rate communication. It doesn't get better than this.
Matu Campbell
1 month ago
Cheryl Smith
1 month ago
A great experience from initial demo to install. The team was very helpful and did a quality job.
Victoria Kruse
1 month ago
I’ve had a fantastic experience with Lightforce Solar from start to finish. At the outset of the project, I contacted three different solar companies, and Lightforce was the only one who responded, which immediately set them apart. What really stood out was their communication – they genuinely listened to what I needed and approached everything in a thoughtful and caring way. At every stage of the process, I felt heard and well supported, which made a big difference. The installation team were equally impressive. They were polite, respectful of the space, and kept everything clean and tidy while they worked. It made the whole experience feel seamless and stress free. The system itself has been excellent and is now covering 100% of my power needs, which is exactly what I was hoping for. The app that comes with the system and battery has been incredibly helpful as well. It’s given me clear insight into my energy usage and has helped me understand and reduce my power consumption quite dramatically. Overall, I couldn’t be happier with the outcome and would highly recommend Lightforce Solar to anyone considering making the switch.
Anna Aitchison
1 month ago
We’ve had a great experience with Lightforce Solar. They really helped us by tailoring a solution that matched our lifestyle, and the comms was great throughout. Really good price and choice of battery, panels etc. Really impressed with the personal touch - Ryan checked in to make sure we knew how to work everything (and gave us some great tips) and was a pleasure to deal with. Enjoying the new found freedom of being off the grid!!! Would happily recommend LS to anyone looking at solar!
Linda Andrew
2 months ago
We couldn’t fault Lightforce, perfect setup, great aftercare service and because we went by Jonathan’s recommendation we have not paid a power bill since. In fact we are in credit. Love your work 😊
Two Rivers Ohakune
2 months ago
We reached a point where we needed to up our eco credentials as a B&B/Lodge. We've been pushing the eco-luxury angle, but we're relatively remote and not many players in the market would engage. Lightforce Solar did! From the first conversation there was great comms on how the process would work. There was no pressure at any point. The quote was well within tolerance of other prices we saw, for what we consider superior technology. We made changes to the quote at the point of choosing to move forward and there was a no hassles approach. It was simple and seamless. Given our remoteness there was risk on both sides, but by using online video tech it was possible for me to walk around the property describing what I wanted in terms of installation. I'd like to think I'm pretty savvy about the construction and potential of the house. We waited just very slightly longer than the proposed time, but, the dates actually worked to our advantage (end of season) and made it easy to get involved and support the team. The installation team were first class, they listened, and educated. We got, what we think is, the perfect build. It's early days and late autumn as I type. It's been live for less than one week and it's rained pretty much every day. But we've seen some real potential, with around 70% production compared to capacity (at times). The batteries are taking the load off our grid supply and allowing us to charge over night. Basically, it's been a first class experience from first call through to installation. I highly recommend this company, and we will be adding to our 'kit' and we'll be back in touch with them when we do.
warren kiernan
2 months ago
The new TV advert is a crack up and enjoyable to watch when most others aren't so thank you .
Ruth Elliott
2 months ago
Exceptional service. Very happy with our installation. Thanks guys.
Andrew Meisner
3 months ago
Can't say enough good things about Lightforce Solar. Chose Lightforce over others as they listened to me and helped design a system perfect for me and my situation ... definitely not an off the shelf system that everyone gets. Most notable was the attention to details. Everything is very tidy which I appreciate. Total price very fair and in line with what I expected. Recommended to a friend who now has a solar system also thanks to Lightforce. His first comment to me after installation was how neat and tidy the installation was. As a builder he notices things like this. And remember, your installer will be your go to in case of a warranty claim so you want to feel comfortable with them. With Lightforce I do. If you want a great system that works without issue immediately, make sure you get a Lightforce quote. Thanks Lightforce.
Kevin Parkes
3 months ago
Light Force Nelson provided the best quote(not the cheapest not the dearest ) that fitted my needs. The team were fantastic from first contact to the finished install. Great equipment through sigenergy and design of the install was brilliant and compact. The addition of a EV charger with the ability to charge from solar just puts a bigger smile on my face. The app is easy to use and very informative. Highly recommend you see these guys for your solar needs.
David Godfrey
3 months ago
Great experience with Lightforce Solar. From the initial contact and consultation, Jevan took the time to walk through the different options and assess the house to recommend what would work best. The installation team also did a great job working around some terrible weather while keeping everything moving smoothly. Highly professional and easy to deal with from start to finish.
David J Painter
3 months ago
Lightforce provided good advice and a competitive quotation. They followed up with a tidy installation and again provided good advice at commissioning. After 8 months, the system has exceeded our expectations.
Brent Dawson
3 months ago
Every part of the process was well organised, transparent and professional. From Pre-sales, through installation and post-sales Lightforce was fantastic to deal with. No question was too dumb and they were more than happy to answer our questions and take us through the journey. Would use again without question.
Gerald Korach
3 months ago
We are absolutely thrilled with our new solar and battery system. The whole process was smooth and professional and yet he team explained everything clearly. It feels great generating our own clean energy and having the security of battery backup. We highly recommend Lightforce.
Karla Holswich
4 months ago
Great service from initial consultation to installation and follow up. Good advice and real quality product. The Sigen app makes it easy to customise and control your system too.
Dave Joy
4 months ago
Great experience from start to finish. They made the whole process very simple.
Well the panels have been on the roof for nearly a year and they haven’t blown off but they have significantly cut my electricity bills. Seriously thinking of adding a battery. Perhaps Lightforce might like to make an offer?
Jack Oades
4 months ago
Excellent team to deal with. Solar set up is working well.
Gary Wright
4 months ago
We did a LOT of research on solar and solar companies before choosing Lightforce and so glad we did. The initial meeting with Steve was really positive, he gave us even more insight and did not try to pressurise us in anyway. The guys who came to fit the system over 2.5 days were professional, courteous, and hardworking - they were in fact some of the best tradies we've come across. It's not a cliche when people say they wish they'd done it sooner - I wish we'd done it sooner! Just do it!
mebucko1000
4 months ago
Fantastic experience with this company. From initial advice on what and how much to install to suit our needs, right through to the seamless installation process. Great communication.Thanks.
Allan Morgan
4 months ago
The Install , Commissioning staff were excellent. Having purchased both Panels and later a Battery. The system performs well and has greatly reduced my power consumption from the Electricity supplier.
Mark Smith
4 months ago
It was the best decision we could have made in building our energy reliance. I got quotes from more than five companies, and Lightfouce came out on top.
Belinda Hall
4 months ago
What an amazing experience dealing with Lightforce Solar Kerikeri! Great communication and people to work with. Thanks heaps for making our installation a smooth one😊
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