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\"Queensland's<\/p>\n

Queensland\u2019s top-rated solar installer has held onto the crown for another year, while two new names have moved into the runner-up positions.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s part of SolarQuotes\u2019 annual state installer awards, based on customer ratings and reviews submitted over the past year.<\/p>\n

Here are Queensland\u2019s top three for 2026.<\/p>\n

The winners were determined using a weighted calculation of customer reviews published on the SolarQuotes website. This gives smaller companies with fewer reviews a fair chance against their bigger rivals.<\/p>\n

All Queensland installer listings are included, not just companies in the SolarQuotes installer network.<\/p>\n

First Place \u2013 Reef Solar & Electrical<\/h2>\n

\"Reef<\/p>\n

Reef Solar & Electrical<\/a> has done it again, taking out the Queensland title for the second year running.<\/p>\n

The family-owned business is based in the Gladstone region and has roots in the energy industry stretching back to 2009. Formerly Daniel Shea Electrical & Solar, the business was rebranded as Reef Solar & Electrical in 2024.<\/p>\n

Reef installs solar, batteries, EV chargers and heat pump hot water systems across Central Queensland, using its own team of electricians and apprentices rather than subcontracting installations.<\/p>\n

SolarQuotes asked owner Troy Coburn what he thought had helped Reef hold onto the top spot.<\/p>\n

“We don\u2019t believe in high-pressure sales. We take the time to educate our customers, understand what they actually need and recommend the right system for their home.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Coburn says that customer focus continues through the installation and after-sales support.<\/p>\n

\u201cJust as importantly, our installations are completed by our own local team, not subcontractors, and we place a huge emphasis on quality workmanship, communication, and leaving every customer genuinely happy with the job.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Reef\u2019s recent customer reviews provide some good examples of what that looks like in practice.<\/p>\n

Daniel had a 13.3 kW solar system installed while his house was still under construction. He wasn\u2019t at the property on installation day, so installer Aidan called before starting to confirm where Daniel wanted the inverter located.<\/p>\n

\u201cI really appreciated that attention to detail rather than simply making the decision himself.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Johan\u2019s experience tested Reef\u2019s after-sales service rather more directly when his inverter developed a fault. He said Reef identified the problem and replaced the inverter the following day.<\/p>\n

\u201cVery efficient and communication was great. Had a defective inverter identified by the team, and they replaced it the next day. Absolutely awesome service.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

It\u2019s much the same combination of customer education, local installers, communication, and after-sales support that Reef highlighted when it won Queensland last year. And judging by this year\u2019s reviews, not much has changed.<\/p>\n

Read more Reef Solar & Electrical reviews<\/a> here.<\/p>\n

Second Place \u2013 Isolated Electrical QLD<\/h2>\n

\"Isolated<\/p>\n

Second place goes to Isolated Electrical QLD<\/a>, a relatively young Brisbane business making its first appearance in the Queensland top three.<\/p>\n

Electricians Mitchell Bradbury and Dieter Becker established the company in 2024 after working together for more than six years. Both completed their apprenticeships with a Brisbane solar installer before eventually starting their own business.<\/p>\n

Based in Clayfield, Isolated Electrical installs solar and battery systems, EV chargers, and heat pump hot water systems. The company describes its approach simply as providing high-quality work at a fair price.<\/p>\n

Read Isolated Electrical QLD<\/a> reviews here.<\/p>\n

Third Place \u2013 Quality Solar Systems<\/h2>\n

\"Quality<\/p>\n

This year’s third place goes to Quality Solar Systems<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Based in Mansfield, Brisbane, the Australian-owned company installs grid-connect and off-grid solar, batteries, EV chargers, and heat pump hot water systems.<\/p>\n

Its recent reviews frequently highlight communication, system design, and workmanship. Customers appreciate the company’s willingness to inspect their property and tailor a system rather than simply providing a remote quote.<\/p>\n

Read Quality Solar Systems reviews<\/a> here.<\/p>\n

Reef Heads Back To The National Final<\/h2>\n

Winning Queensland puts Reef Solar & Electrical in the running for the 2026 SolarQuotes Best Installer in Australia award for the second year running.<\/p>\n

The state and territory winners will collect their trophies at SolarQuotes Installer Night<\/a> at Melbourne\u2019s Showtime Events Centre on October 27, the evening before All-Energy Australia.<\/p>\n

If you work in the industry and are keen to come along, check your emails. Invitations have been sent out.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve already revealed this year\u2019s top-rated installers in South Australia and New South Wales, with more state and territory winners still to come before we find out who takes the national title.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re planning solar or a home battery, SolarQuotes can put you in touch with up to three installers we\u2019ve vetted and trust<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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