Key Facts:
- Helcro Solar offers complete home electrification services in Melbourne, replacing gas systems with solar-powered alternatives amid 169% gas price increases since 2009
- The company provides end-to-end solutions including solar panels, batteries, heat pumps, induction cooktops, air conditioning and EV chargers
- Federal incentives currently offer approximately $300 per kWh discount on home batteries, with rates decreasing from 1 May 2026
- As a Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer, Helcro Solar manages the entire transition process and meets all requirements for government incentives
- The service extends to commercial properties, apartments, strata buildings and aged care facilities with focus on compliance and system reliability
Melbourne, VIC — April 28, 2026
Helcro Solar is helping Melbourne homeowners switch away from rising gas costs with a fully managed home electrification solution that replaces gas-powered systems with solar-powered electric alternatives.
Victorian gas prices have increased by 169% between 2009 and 2024, with average annual household bills now reaching between $2,120 and $2,240, according to the St Vincent de Paul Society Tariff Tracker. At the same time, the Australian Energy Market Operator's (AEMO) 2025 Victorian Gas Planning Report forecasts peak day supply shortfalls from 2028, placing further upward pressure on prices and long-term reliability for households that remain dependent on the network.
Helcro Solar provides a complete, end-to-end electrification service covering solar panel installation, battery storage, heat pump hot water systems, induction cooktops, reverse cycle air conditioning, and EV charger installation. As a Clean Energy Council (CEC) Approved Solar Retailer, the company manages every stage of the transition under a single point of accountability, giving homeowners a clear and coordinated path away from gas.
Current government incentives strengthen the financial case further. The federal Cheaper Home Batteries program provides an upfront discount of approximately $300 per kWh of usable battery capacity, reducing the cost of a standard 10 kWh system by around $3,000. This rate decreases from 1 May 2026.
Helcro Solar meets all eligibility requirements for these incentives through its CEC Approved Solar Retailer status and use of accredited installers, ensuring accredited professionals install systems to recognised national standards.
The company also delivers electrification solutions across commercial properties, apartments, strata buildings, and aged care facilities, where compliance and system reliability are critical.
Homeowners looking to reduce energy costs and transition away from gas can contact Helcro Solar today to secure a fully managed electrification solution. Call 1300 435 276 or visit helcrosolar.com.au to request a consultation.
About us:
Helcro Solar is a 100% Australian-owned solar and electrical services company based in South Melbourne. With over a decade of operation and 18 years of combined industry expertise, the company holds Clean Energy Council (CEC) Approved Solar Retailer status and employs accredited installers. Partnering with leading brands including Fronius, SolarEdge, Enphase, Tesla Powerwall, Sungrow, and GoodWe, Helcro Solar delivers residential and commercial solar systems, battery storage, home electrification solutions, EV chargers, and general electrical services, supported by structured installation processes and 24-hour aftercare.
