RV & Caravan Solar Installation
Custom-designed solar systems for motorhomes, caravans and campervans — professionally installed at our Christchurch workshop for reliable off-grid power, built around quality Victron, Redarc and Enerdrive components and made for New Zealand conditions.
Custom Solar for Real NZ Travel
Most factory solar systems fitted to motorhomes and caravans are undersized for real off-grid travel in New Zealand. A properly designed system means you can freedom camp for longer, run your fridge and lights without worry, and rely on your power wherever the South Island takes you.
We design and fit complete solar setups for RVs, caravans and campervans at our Christchurch workshop — sized around how you actually travel, not an off-the-shelf kit — and installed to a tidy, reliable standard built to last on New Zealand roads.
Complete Solar Package, Installed
Every install is tailored to your rig, but every solar package we fit includes:
Solar Panels
High-quality monocrystalline panels for maximum output from limited roof space, even on cloudy NZ days.
Solar Controller
High-quality MPPT solar controllers that harvest up to 30% more energy than basic PWM units, with Bluetooth monitoring.
Solar Mounting
Secure, properly sealed mounting that holds up on NZ roads — so your solar never becomes a roof leak.
Wiring
NZ-certified solar cable, run through weatherproof junction boxes and fully protected from the elements.
Circuit Protection
Double-pole DC circuit protection on solar and battery circuits, meeting the latest industry regulations.
Complete Solar Installation
Quality parts and a tidy professional install, fully set up and programmed to suit your battery system.
Solar Packages & Pricing
Choose a package that suits your travel style — tap the "Book" button for your package to jump to our enquiry form with the package pre-selected. Prices are indicative and can vary with vehicle type, roof layout, battery setup and install requirements.
Motorhome & Caravan Solar
Different rigs, different needs. Explore solar built specifically for how you travel.
Motorhome Solar
Reliable off-grid power tailored to your motorhome — panels, controllers, batteries and inverters for dependable NZ travel.
Caravan Solar
Practical solar systems built for NZ caravan use — panels, controllers, batteries and inverters for reliable off-grid travel.
New Systems, Upgrades & Overhauls
We work on all types of vehicles and install all types of systems — whether you're starting from scratch or improving what you've already got.
Solar Upgrades
Additional solar and battery capacity to better suit your off-grid needs, added to your existing setup.
Full Systems
Complete solar and power systems for new builds or vehicles with no solar fitted before.
Major Overhauls
Upgrading older or underperforming systems — solar, batteries, charging and wiring brought up to standard.
Built with Brands You Can Trust
We design around the brands New Zealand RV owners actually ask for. Victron Energy for MPPT solar controllers, inverters and smart monitoring; Redarc for rugged DC-DC charging; and Enerdrive for quality lithium power.
Where it's the right fit for your build and budget, we also install Projecta — so your system is matched to how you travel, not just what's on the shelf.
From First Chat to Fully Powered
Consultation
Tell us how you travel and what you want to run. We'll work out the power you actually need.
Custom Design & Quote
We design a system around your rig and budget and give you a clear, honest quote — no guesswork.
Professional Install
Fitted at our Christchurch workshop to a tidy, reliable standard built for New Zealand roads.
Handover & Support
We show you how it all works, and we're here for advice and servicing down the track.
RV Solar Questions, Answered
How much does an RV or caravan solar system cost?
Our solar packages start at $1,350 for a 100W weekend setup and run to $2,550 for a 600W extended off-grid system — see the pricing table above. Prices are indicative; the final figure depends on your vehicle, battery setup and install requirements, and we'll confirm it with a clear quote.
How many solar panels do I need?
It comes down to what you run and how long you stay off-grid. A weekend fridge-and-lights setup needs far less than full-time off-grid living — our 200W and 400W packages cover most travellers. Not sure? Try our solar calculator below, or we'll size it properly during your consultation.
Can you install Victron, Redarc, Enerdrive and Projecta gear?
Yes — these are the brands we install most. Victron for MPPT controllers, inverters and monitoring; Redarc and Projecta for DC-DC charging; Enerdrive for lithium power. We can also build around gear you've already bought.
Do you work on both motorhomes and caravans?
We do — motorhomes, caravans, campervans and conversions. Whatever you travel in, we can design and fit a solar and power system to suit it.
Can I charge the batteries while I'm driving?
Yes. A DC-DC charger (Redarc or Projecta) tops up your house batteries from the vehicle alternator as you drive, so you're not relying on sun alone — ideal for NZ trips with shorter winter days.
Where are you based and what areas do you cover?
Our workshop is at 64 Sandyford Street, Sydenham, Christchurch. We look after RV owners throughout Canterbury and across the wider South Island — many customers plan a trip through Christchurch for larger solar and battery builds.
Not Sure Which System You Need?
Try our solar calculator to estimate the right system size for your motorhome or caravan, based on how you travel and what you want to power.
Try the Solar CalculatorReady to Power Your Travels?
Tell us about your motorhome or caravan and how you like to travel, and we'll design a solar system to match. Honest advice, quality components, no obligation.
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