Solar Installation in Johannesburg, Gauteng
In Johannesburg the hard part of solar is often the paperwork, not the roof. City Power wants approval before anything is installed, it moves solar homes to a postpaid meter, and its tariffs went up again in July 2026. We install hybrid solar and battery systems in northern Johannesburg and take care of the City Power process for you. Erazon Solar handles solar installation in Johannesburg for hybrid solar, battery backup and upgrades, with the electrical CoC included.
Supplied by City Power or directly by Eskom depending on your property: City Power needs SSEG approval before you install.
How much does solar cost in Johannesburg?
The same published prices apply in Johannesburg as everywhere we work. Your final price depends on the size your home needs, which we confirm at the assessment.
Solar installation in Johannesburg: what is different here
Do I need City Power approval before installing solar?
Yes. City Power says every SSEG solar PV project must be approved before installation and follows a six-step application process (Southern Courier, Apr 2026). It now enforces two requirements in particular: a valid CoC and proof that the contractor is registered with the Department of Labour, and there is no registration fee (ITWeb, Apr 2026). Using an installer who can supply both is what gets your application through.
What happens to my prepaid meter if I install solar in Joburg?
City Power converts registered SSEG customers from prepaid to postpaid, with a meter conversion fee of about R2,369 excluding VAT, and credits power you export at 124.60c a unit excluding VAT for 2026/27 (EnergyBee). Export pays far less than you buy at, so we design Joburg systems to use your own solar first.
How much does City Power electricity cost now?
City Power's 2026/27 increase was 8.63% from 1 July (BusinessDay, Jul 2026). Residential prepaid now runs from about R3.34 to R4.37 a unit across three blocks, excluding VAT, plus a fixed charge of R241.50 a month (EnergyBee). The fixed charge stays whatever you use, so solar savings come from cutting units, not the bill to zero.
Is all of Johannesburg supplied by City Power?
No. Some areas of Johannesburg get electricity directly from Eskom (City of Johannesburg), and Eskom-supplied homes register solar through Eskom, which currently charges no registration fee (EnergyBee, Oct 2026). If your electricity appears on your City of Johannesburg account, you are a City Power customer.
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Solar in Johannesburg: common questions
Which parts of Johannesburg do you cover?
Mainly northern Johannesburg: Sandton, Fourways, Bryanston, Randburg, Hyde Park, Rosebank and nearby suburbs. Ask us if your suburb is not listed.
Is there a City Power fee to register solar?
City Power says there is no registration fee, but a postpaid meter conversion fee applies when your account is switched. We include the expected costs in your quote.
Can solar keep my Joburg home running during outages?
Yes, if the inverter and battery are sized for the loads you choose. Most homes back up lights, Wi-Fi, fridge, TV and gate motor, and add more battery for longer outages.
How long does City Power approval take?
It depends on City Power's workload. We submit a complete application with the CoC and contractor registration so it is not sent back for missing documents.
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Tell us your suburb and roughly what you spend on electricity. We will come back with the right size and a price.
Page last updated 12 November 2026.