Accreditation is what lets the installer claim STCs for your system, so it is worth two minutes of checking before you sign a quote.
Step by step
- Ask the installer for details. Get the name of the person who will do the install, their Clean Energy Council accreditation number and their electrical licence number.
- Search the Clean Energy Council register. The Council has an online search of accredited installers. Look for a matching name, a current status and the right category, such as grid-connected PV or battery.
- Check the state licence. Each state’s electrical regulator has a licence checker. The name and licence class should match.
- Check the products. Panels and inverters should be on the Clean Energy Council approved lists.
- Look at the retailer. If a company is signing the quote, ask which accredited installer will attend and whether they are an employee or a subcontractor.
What a good match looks like
- The names on the register and the licence match the person at your door.
- Accreditation is current on the install date.
- The system type is covered, for example batteries need their own accreditation.
Why this matters for the rebate
An unaccredited install can mean the STCs are rejected, leaving the installer with a hole in the quote. It can also affect warranty and your network connection. For the wider picture, see how to avoid STC fraud and what if your installer goes bust.
If something does not match
If the name on the register differs from the person at your door, ask for an explanation and, if needed, a copy of the document showing their role. If the accreditation has expired, ask when it was renewed. If you cannot find the installer at all, pause before paying a deposit. Most legitimate installers are on the register, and a short delay to check costs you nothing. Keep a screenshot of the search result with the date, which helps if there is a dispute later.
What this means for you
Checking is quick and costs nothing. Good installers will welcome it. Other homeowner guides sit in the resources hub, and how STC claims are checked explains what happens after install.