Custom-designed solar, battery backup and electrical installations for Durban homes and businesses — engineered for efficiency, fully weatherproof, and backed by genuine manufacturer warranties.
Skilled, registered professionals delivering tailored systems with the latest technology and the most efficient equipment available.
Custom-designed solar systems sized to your power needs and budget, engineered for efficiency and long-term reliability.
Registered electrical contracting for homes and businesses — safe, compliant and done right the first time.
Keep the lights on through load-shedding with high-capacity lithium storage and Tier-1 solar panels.
Recharger prepaid meter supply and installation — ideal for rentals, tenants and sub-metering.
Real systems we've designed and installed for clients across Durban — every job photographed on site.
Commercial Rooftop Solar
Sigenergy Inverter & Battery
Coastal Bar & Pendant Lighting
Deye Inverter & Battery Stack
Residential Rooftop Solar
Designer Kitchen Lighting
Retail Store Lighting
Deye Backup System
Standby Generator Installation
Recharger Prepaid Meter
Office & Reception Lighting
Kitchen Cabinetry Lighting
Rooftop Solar Installation
Diesel Generator Installation
Gas & Appliance Connection
Tier-1 Coastal Solar
Hybrid Inverter & Battery
Sungrow Battery Stack
DC Combiner & Surge Protection
Festoon & Pergola Lighting
Outdoor Entertainment Lighting
We're committed to advancing renewable energy with reliable, honest service our clients value.
We assess your power usage, goals and budget before designing anything.
A bespoke system sized exactly to your needs — no overselling, no guesswork.
Clean, compliant, fully weatherproof workmanship by registered professionals.
Genuine manufacturer warranties and after-sales support you can rely on.
Based in Glenwood, Durban, Open Circuit Electrical and Solar is committed to advancing renewable energy technologies and providing reliable services that homes and businesses across the region trust and value.
From bespoke solar design to everyday electrical work, we're dedicated to high-quality solutions that empower you to take control of your energy needs.
4.9 from 150 Google reviews
Reviews from Google
“I was thoroughly impressed with the help and workmanship of the gentlemen from Open Circuit who responded to a call out this week. Wonderful service, a very happy customer.”
“Geyser timer successfully installed. Professional & excellent communication”
“Fast efficient service. I called the day before & they were at my door the next morning. Very friendly and respectful.”
“As a fellow contractor, we tend to deal with a lot of contractors ourselves. This one has set itself apart in many ways. To find a contractor boasting; - Reliability - Punctuality - Constant feedback and communication -…”
“Extremely professional company. Ignatius is very informative and is always available to assist. His team is very professional and neat. I would recommend Open Circuit to attend to your solar power requirements.”
“For the past 4 years I have been dealing with Ignatius and his team of electrians from my first 5kw solar setup to my 2nd 5kw add on solar setup , they are very professional and passionate about what they do following all sans…”
“Recently had these lights installed - fantastic really bright.”
“Open Circuit has assisted Canway with the installation of solar panels and inverters, rewiring our office to accommodate a new desk layout, and helping on numerous occasions with electrical repairs. Their team has always been…”
“Ignatius and his team installed our solar a few years ago and did a great job. They continue to provide ongoing support and are always available for a queries and maintenance.”
“Outstanding service from Ignatius and his team. The installation was neat and professionally done. His crew was very friendly. Any queries we had afterwards were answered immediately. We are very happy customers and highly…”
“The Sunsync solar system, with 2 5kva inverters, 7 batteries , with 32 panels has been in use for two years. We are almost completely off grid in a household of 3 adults and two domestic workers. The system has run major fault…”
“Ignatius and his team installed a 3.6kw system and 8 panels on my home. His teams workmanship, attention to detail and on site management was exemplary. In an age where shoddy workmanship is the norm, I was absolutely delighted…”
“Another job well done by the Team, sorted a problem with our downlights.”
“Ignatius and his team of well-trained artisans installed our solar system and did a few COC inspections for us. All his work is of outstanding quality, and we can recommend him and team to anyone. They are always helpful and…”
“Great service and neat!”
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The things Durban homeowners and businesses ask us most about solar, backup power and electrical work.
Yes. We design bespoke solar and lithium battery-backup systems for homes and businesses across Durban and KwaZulu-Natal, sized to keep your essentials — or your whole home — running through load-shedding.
We install Sigenergy, Sungrow and Solis inverters (with a 10-year replace-not-repair warranty), plus Deye inverters and batteries (5–10 year carry-in warranty), with lithium battery storage scaled to your power needs.
Only Tier-1 panels: Aiko 510W and JA Solar 550W high-efficiency modules for reliable, long-term performance.
Sigenergy, Sungrow and Solis inverters carry a 10-year replace-not-repair manufacturer warranty. Deye inverters and batteries carry 5–10 year carry-in manufacturer warranties — plus genuine manufacturer warranties on panels and batteries.
Yes. We are a registered electrical contractor handling fault finding, repairs, new installations, rewiring and Recharger prepaid meter installs — all compliant and fully weatherproof.
We are based at 135 Lena Ahrens Road, Glenwood, Durban, and serve homes and businesses across Durban and the wider KwaZulu-Natal region.
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