Table of Contents
- Introduction — Why EcoRun Energy Is at the Melbourne Home Show
- Who We Are: Solar Panel Installers Trusted by Pakenham Homeowners Since 2016
- What You Can Do at Stall A46
- The Home Show MEGA DEAL: 30% Off Heat Pump with Aircon
- Free Apple Gift When You Choose 2 or More EcoRun Products
- Why August Is the Right Time for Pakenham Homeowners to Go Solar
- What to Bring to Get the Most From Your Visit
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Conclusion — Find Us at Stall A46
1. Introduction — Why EcoRun Energy Is at the Melbourne Home Show
We’ve been installing solar panels, battery storage, heat pumps, and air conditioning across Pakenham and South East Melbourne since 2016. In that time we’ve completed over 5,000 installations and built a team that’s genuinely local — based in Pakenham, serving Pakenham, Berwick, Officer, Narre Warren, Upper Beaconsfield, Cockatoo, Koo Wee Rup, and the wider Cardinia Shire.
The Melbourne Home Show is something different from a quote form or a phone call. It’s three days where you can walk up, look at the actual equipment, talk to the people who install it, and get a proper answer to the questions you’ve been sitting on. No waiting room, no hold music, no PDF quote that doesn’t explain anything.
We’re bringing the full range — solar, battery storage, heat pump hot water, and air conditioning — to Stall A46 at MCEC from 21-23 August 2026. Here’s what’s waiting for you when you visit.
2. Who We Are: Solar Panel Installers Trusted by Pakenham Homeowners Since 2016
EcoRun Energy is a CEC-accredited solar installer based at 29 Hill Street, Pakenham — right in the heart of the community we serve. We specialise in custom-designed solar power systems for homes and businesses, and we’re an accredited participant in the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) Program and an approved retailer on the Solar Victoria portal.
| EcoRun Energy At a Glance 5,000+ successful installations since 2016 CEC-accredited installers — required for all Solar Victoria rebate work Based in Pakenham: 29 Hill Street, Pakenham VIC 3810 4.3 peak sun hours daily in Pakenham — one of the best solar zones in greater Melbourne Serving: Pakenham, Berwick, Officer, Narre Warren, Upper Beaconsfield, Cockatoo, Koo Wee Rup, Cardinia Shire Accredited under the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) Program Systems reduce electricity bills by 60-75% from day one 10-year workmanship warranty on all installations Tier 1 panels only: Jinko, LONGi, Canadian Solar — full 25-year performance warranties Phone: 1300 315 484 | Email: info@ecorun.energy |
We handle everything from the initial free assessment through to Cardinia Shire Council permit applications, grid connection with AusNet or United Energy, Solar Victoria rebate processing, and post-installation monitoring setup. When you install with EcoRun Energy, you don’t have to chase approvals or paperwork — our local team manages the entire process. See our residential solar panel installation page for full details.
3. What You Can Do at Stall A46
Here’s exactly what’s available when you visit us at the show.
Free Home Solar Assessment — Your Roof, Your Numbers
Bring your last electricity bill (or a rough idea of your quarterly cost) and your address. Our energy advisers will run a personalised production estimate on the spot — based on your actual roof orientation, household consumption, and Pakenham’s 4.3 peak sun hours per day. It takes about 15-20 minutes and there’s no obligation to proceed.
As EcoRun’s own installer team notes: we never send a generic online form and leave you waiting. At the show, you get a local energy specialist face to face. If you’d like to lock in a specific time slot, email info@ecorun.energy before the show with ‘Home Show Assessment’ in the subject line.
Live System Demonstrations
We’re bringing a working inverter display to Stall A46. You’ll be able to see real-time solar monitoring data, how the inverter app works on your phone, and what a home energy flow looks like when panels are producing. This is the same monitoring setup our Pakenham customers use daily — it takes 90 seconds to understand and is genuinely useful to see before you commit.
Battery Storage Display — Tesla Powerwall 3, BYD and Sungrow
Battery storage is the fastest-growing service EcoRun offers in the Pakenham area. We’re displaying the main battery options we install — Tesla Powerwall 3, BYD Battery-Box, and Sungrow SBR — so you can compare them physically before deciding. If you already have solar and are wondering whether to add storage, our team can tell you within 10 minutes whether your current inverter is compatible and whether the numbers make sense for your household.
Heat Pump and Air Conditioning Displays
We’re showing the full home electrification range — heat pump hot water systems (Aether Australia and Powerbay) and premium air conditioning (Midea, Rinnai, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, and Carrier). If you’re thinking about replacing a gas hot water system or installing reverse-cycle aircon, our team can walk you through the options and what government rebates apply under the VEU Program.
On-the-Spot Indicative Quotes
If you want to walk away with a price, we can provide indicative system pricing at the stand. A full engineered proposal requires a site visit, but we can give you a clear price range and written summary at the show. Full written quotes follow within 48 hours.
4. The Home Show MEGA DEAL: 30% Off Heat Pump with Aircon
This is EcoRun Energy’s headline offer at the show — and it’s a legitimate deal worth understanding clearly before you visit.
| EcoRun Energy Melbourne Home Show MEGA DEAL 30% OFF selected heat pump hot water systems when purchased together with an eligible air conditioner Heat pump brands: Aether Australia and Powerbay Air conditioner brands: Midea, Rinnai, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Carrier Heat pump features: High efficiency, lower energy bills, reliable performance, Australian support Air conditioner features: Cooling and heating, whisper quiet operation, energy efficient, expert installation Year-round comfort: Cool in summer, warm in winter Government rebates available on eligible products through the VEU Program EcoRun is an accredited person under the Victorian Energy Upgrades Program Valid for bookings confirmed at the show: 21-23 August 2026 Terms apply: 30% discount applies to selected Aether and Powerbay models only when purchased and installed with an eligible air conditioning system |
Switching from a gas hot water system to a heat pump reduces hot water energy costs by approximately 60-75%. Combined with solar panels that generate the electricity the heat pump runs on, many Pakenham households effectively produce their own hot water at near-zero running cost during daylight hours. The Show bundle makes doing both in one step significantly more affordable.
If you’re considering moving off gas entirely — hot water and heating both — solar panel installers in Pakenham and our gas-to-electric content explain how the products work together.
5. Free Apple Gift When You Choose 2 or More EcoRun Products
Choose any two or more EcoRun products at the show and select a free Apple gift. This is EcoRun’s way of recognising customers who are committing to a broader home electrification approach rather than a single product.
| EcoRun Home Show Gift Promotion Purchase 2 or more EcoRun products and receive a FREE Apple gift of your choice Eligible products: Solar Panels, Heat Pump Hot Water, Air Conditioning, Battery Storage Gift options (choose one): Apple TV 4K | Apple HomePod | AirPods Pro 3 The most common combination: Solar + Heat Pump (replaces electricity and gas costs simultaneously) Also popular: Solar + Air Conditioning, Solar + Battery, Solar + Heat Pump + Air Conditioning Talk to our team at Stall A46 for full terms and conditions on the day |
The financial logic of combining products is real, not just promotional. A Pakenham home with solar panels generating electricity, a heat pump converting that electricity into hot water at 3-4x efficiency, and reverse-cycle air conditioning providing both heating and cooling has effectively eliminated its largest energy cost categories. The Apple gift is a bonus on a combination that already stacks up financially.
6. Why August Is the Right Time for Pakenham Homeowners to Go Solar
Pakenham’s location in south-east Victoria’s Cardinia Shire gives it an average of 4.3 peak sun hours per day — one of the best solar production zones in greater Melbourne. That means solar systems in Pakenham consistently deliver strong annual returns regardless of season.
But timing the installation still matters — and August has specific advantages that aren’t obvious.
| Factor | Booking at the Home Show (August) | Waiting Until Spring (Sep-Nov) |
| Installer availability | Good — pre-spring queue is manageable | High demand across all of South East Melbourne |
| Installation wait time | Typically 2-4 weeks from booking | Can stretch to 6-10 weeks for quality installers |
| Solar Victoria rebate | Available now for eligible households | Same availability, but application queues grow in spring |
| Production from day one | Lower winter output but immediate savings from first bill | Higher summer output but months of savings already missed |
| VEU heat pump rebate | Available now — no seasonal restriction | Same, but spring backlogs can delay scheduling |
| Show pricing | Exclusive to 21-23 August — not available after | Standard market pricing applies |
A solar system booked at the Home Show in August and installed in late August or early September captures September, October, November, and December — four of the strongest production months in Victoria’s solar calendar. That’s savings starting immediately, at the best time of year.
For a detailed breakdown of month-by-month solar production figures for Pakenham homes, our seasonal solar production guide shows exactly what a 6.6kW system produces across all 12 months.
7. What to Bring to Get the Most From Your Visit
You don’t need to prepare extensively before visiting. our team will ask the right questions. But three things make your Stall A46 conversation more useful.
Your last electricity bill. Even a rough quarterly cost gives our advisers the input needed to produce a meaningful solar estimate. Ideally bring a bill that shows your retailer, tariff type, and supply address but a total cost and rough usage figure is enough to start.
Your roof orientation if you know it. Is your main roof facing north? East-west split? Any large trees or structures casting shade? North-facing roofs in Pakenham are common in newer estates like Lakeside and Arena and produce the strongest output. Our team can work with east-west roofs too it just affects the system design.
Any previous solar quotes. Bring them. Our team will go through them line by line and give you an honest comparison including whether the panel and inverter brands specified are appropriate for the price quoted.
| Optional but Useful A photo of your roof (even a Google Maps overhead screenshot) Your current hot water system type gas, electric, or existing heat pump Whether you have an EV or are planning to get one affects ideal system size Your current electricity retailer name helps our team recommend the best feed-in tariff plan post-install |
8. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Where exactly is EcoRun Energy at the Melbourne Home Show 2026?
We’re at Stall A46. The Melbourne Home Show is at MCEC — 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf VIC 3006. Show hours are 10am to 6pm on Friday 21, Saturday 22, and Sunday 23 August 2026. Look for the Energy and Sustainability section of the show floor or ask at the information desk for Stall A46.
Q2. Do I need to book an appointment to get a solar assessment at Stall A46?
No booking is required — walk-ins are welcome at any time during show hours. However, if you’d like a guaranteed time slot to avoid any waiting, email info@ecorun.energy before the show with ‘Home Show Assessment’ in the subject line and we’ll lock in a time for you.
Q3. Is the 30% heat pump discount a genuine saving?
Yes. The 30% discount applies to selected Aether Australia and Powerbay heat pump models when purchased and installed together with an eligible air conditioning system (Midea, Rinnai, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, or Carrier). Full terms and conditions are available at Stall A46. The pricing is negotiated specifically for the show and is not available outside the 21-23 August window.
Q4. Can EcoRun install solar on my Pakenham home if I live outside the immediate suburb?
Yes. EcoRun Energy’s service area covers Pakenham, Berwick, Officer, Narre Warren, Upper Beaconsfield, Cockatoo, Koo Wee Rup, and the wider Cardinia Shire. Our installation team is based locally at 29 Hill Street Pakenham, which means faster scheduling and no travel surcharges for the suburbs we service daily. For a full area breakdown, see our solar panel installers in Pakenham page.
Q5. What solar rebates apply to Pakenham homes in August 2026?
Pakenham homeowners can currently access two main solar incentives: the Solar Victoria rebate of up to $1,400 (for eligible owner-occupiers with household income under $150,000 from 1 July 2026) and the federal STC rebate applied directly at invoice by EcoRun. Combined with the Victorian Energy Upgrades rebate on eligible heat pump systems, the total incentive package can reduce a combined solar and heat pump installation cost by $5,000 or more. Our team at Stall A46 will confirm exactly what you’re eligible for. Full rebate details are at solar.vic.gov.au.
Q6. Do I need a Show ticket to visit EcoRun’s stall?
Yes — the Melbourne Home Show requires an entry ticket for all adult visitors. Children 17 and under attend free. Tickets are available through the official ticketing platform at homeshows.com.au/melbourne. EcoRun Energy does not handle ticketing.
Q7. Can EcoRun Energy install solar on all roof types in Pakenham?
Yes. EcoRun’s installation team is experienced across all common Pakenham roof types: tile, Colorbond, metal, slate, corrugated iron, and specialty roofs. Newer estates like Lakeside and Arena typically have large north-facing Colorbond roofs that are ideal for solar. Older Pakenham homes often have tile roofs, which are equally suitable. Our team does a full roof assessment before finalising any system design.
9. Conclusion — Find Us at Stall A46
If you’re a Pakenham homeowner who has been thinking about solar, heat pumps, battery storage, or air conditioning — the Melbourne Home Show on 21-23 August is the most efficient way to get your questions answered, see the products in person, and access pricing that isn’t available at any other time of year.
EcoRun Energy has been the trusted solar panel installer for Pakenham and the Cardinia Shire since 2016. More than 5,000 installations. CEC-accredited. Based locally at 29 Hill Street Pakenham. Every system comes with a 10-year workmanship warranty and we handle the entire process — from Cardinia Shire Council permits and Solar Victoria rebate applications through to grid connection and monitoring setup.