If you’re planning to add a battery to your solar system, timing matters more than ever. With changes expected to take effect from 1st May, homeowners who delay their application under the Cheaper Home Batteries Program could miss out on higher financial benefits currently available.
At Arise Solar, we’re encouraging eligible customers to act early — here’s why applying before 1st May is important and how waiting could directly impact your savings.
Why 1st May Is a Critical Deadline
Government-backed energy incentive programs are designed to gradually reduce over time as technology becomes more affordable. The Cheaper Home Batteries Program follows the same structure.
From 1st May, the incentive value linked to battery installations is expected to be revised downward, meaning:
- Lower rebate value per usable kWh
- Reduced overall savings on battery installations
- Higher out-of-pocket cost for the same battery system
Simply put, the same battery could cost more after 1st May than it does today.
How Delaying Your Application Can Affect You
Many homeowners assume they can “apply later” and still receive similar benefits. Unfortunately, this isn’t how incentive schemes work.
If you apply after 1st May, you may face:
- A smaller rebate amount
- Longer payback periods on your battery investment
- Less protection against rising electricity prices
- Missed opportunity to maximise your solar usage
Even a small reduction in rebate value can translate into thousands of dollars lost over the system’s lifetime.
Why Early Applicants Benefit the Most
Applying before the deadline helps you:
- Lock in higher incentive support
- Reduce upfront installation costs
- Maximise long-term bill savings
- Improve energy independence sooner
- Get ahead of increased demand and installation queues
As deadlines approach, application volumes rise — which can also mean longer processing times and installation delays if you wait.
Who Should Act Now
You should seriously consider applying before 1st May if:
- You already have rooftop solar
- You’re planning a solar + battery system
- You want to protect your home from future energy price hikes
- You want the best possible return on your solar investment
The earlier you apply, the more value you secure.
How Arise Solar Makes It Simple
At Arise Solar, we guide you through the entire process — from system selection to rebate eligibility and installation. Our team ensures:
- Your system meets all program requirements
- You apply within the current incentive window
- You don’t miss out due to paperwork delays
Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late
Energy incentives don’t increase — they reduce.
If you’re considering a battery, applying before 1st May could be the difference between maximising savings and paying more for the same outcome.
Talk to Arise Solar today and secure your eligibility while the benefits are still at their highest.
