# Best solar installers in Australia — 2026

> SolarReview AU — Independent reviews of Australian solar installers.
> Editorial Top-10 of Australian rooftop solar installers — CEC-accredited, warranty-backed.
> Methodology: SolarReview AU — Installer Methodology (v1.0.0)
> Last updated: 2026-05-15T08:18:32.680Z

## 1. Penrith Solar Centre — 4.9/5

Sydney-based installer with the strongest customer review record in NSW.

**Best for:** Best in Greater Sydney

- CEC accredited
- 10-yr workmanship warranty
- Strong NSW presence

Full review: /reviews/penrith-solar-centre

## 2. Solar Run — 4.7/5

National installer with Tier-1 panel commitments and consistent service quality.

**Best for:** Best national installer

- Operates in all states
- Tier-1 panels only
- CEC accredited

Full review: /reviews/solar-run

## 3. Solahart — 4.5/5

Heritage solar brand with strong franchise network and full-system options.

**Best for:** Best heritage brand

- 50+ year history
- Franchise network
- Hot water + PV combined

Full review: /reviews/solahart

## 4. Captain Green Solar — 4.4/5

NSW-focused installer with strong battery integration expertise.

**Best for:** Best for battery-paired installs

- Battery specialisation
- NSW focus
- CEC accredited

Full review: /reviews/captain-green-solar

## 5. Smart Energy Answers — 4.3/5

NSW + ACT installer with sharp pricing and strong post-install support.

**Best for:** Best NSW pricing

- NSW + ACT
- Competitive pricing
- 10-yr workmanship

Full review: /reviews/smart-energy-answers

## 6. Star Sparky Direct — 4.2/5

VIC-focused installer with strong Tier-1 panel + premium inverter pairings.

**Best for:** Best in Victoria

- VIC focus
- Tier-1 panels
- Premium inverters

Full review: /reviews/star-sparky-direct

## 7. Arise Solar — 4.1/5

QLD-focused installer with comprehensive warranty handling.

**Best for:** Best in Queensland

- QLD focus
- CEC accredited
- Warranty admin in-house

Full review: /reviews/arise-solar

## 8. Sunboost — 4.0/5

Volume installer with sharp pricing and acceptable equipment tier.

**Best for:** Best entry-level pricing

- Volume operations
- Sharp pricing
- CEC accredited

Full review: /reviews/sunboost

## 9. Evergen — 3.9/5

Software-led solar+battery monitoring platform with installer network.

**Best for:** Best monitoring + analytics

- Smart monitoring
- Battery-first
- Aggregator partnerships

Full review: /reviews/evergen

## 10. GoodWe Solar — 3.8/5

Manufacturer-direct installer arm; cheaper but mixed customer service.

**Best for:** Best for manufacturer-direct savings

- Manufacturer direct
- Inverter expertise
- Lower pricing

Full review: /reviews/goodwe-direct