Beyond Solar Reviews
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Beyond Solar is a division of Beyond Electrical Australia, founded in 2010. We specialise in designing precise solar solutions for homes, farms and businesses. Our vision is to assist Australians in becoming less reliant on the grid, and spending your money on more important things than bills from your retailer. We are confident that our experts are the most knowledgeable in the industry; educating our clients and helping them make an informed decision. We are a company built by installers, who have been working in the industry for a combined total of well over 30 years.
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- 4 star 303
- 3 star 31
- 2 star 8
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03 October 2024
02 October 2024
Beyond Solar is worth considering if you are in Sydney
Our system has only been active for 2 days, so the following is our experience up to nowUpfront sales team was helpful, though did not follow through with all that we discussed. The idea was to quote on the inclusion of a battery solution with the option to delay the battery purchase and install. I.e. lock in a battery price now. I'm sure the Beyond team can still assist if I request, I'm relaxed with this oversight and battery prices at present and maybe into the future may not be viable for our home.
The team at Beyond are extremely responsive to questions pre purchase, during installation scheduling, during installation and after installation.
Installation was smooth with the installation team turning up on time, taking care to limit broken tiles and clean up at completion. Most of the tiles the team replaced were broken prior to installation and in areas on the roof the team was not even working on, so I cannot thank them enough for taking the time and care whilst up on the second floor of the house to replace these.
There are a few items during installation that need to be need to be brought up with the Beyond team, the most important is sarking penetrations. The team left a large sarking penetration open that they used to draw and feed cables down to the meter box. Whilst opening the sarking is not ideal it sometimes cannot be avoided. It should however be repaired as this component is an essential safety guard for catching water that leaks through the tiled roof.
Commissioning of the system was delayed, I have not caught up with the team as to what the primary issue was. Our system is an Enphase micro-inverter solution and it may have encountered the dreaded inverter communication line noise issue, ref: https://support.enphase.com/s/article/How-does-noise-affect-power-line-communications.
Now that the system is commissioned , accessing the the Enphase monitoring service is quick and efficient after the receipt of an activation e-mail from Enphase. By the end of the morning I had accessed the monitoring interface, entered billing information and now need to be patient for the data set to grow before making too many adjustments to load
Beyond also install a WallBox EV charger. The team were more than happy to Accommodate installing the charger in a location some distance from the meter box with little evidence of external conduits visible. Beyond's sparky's are professional and clean.
SolarQuotes has played an integral role in understanding solar, some of the pitfalls to be careful of, I think I broke all 10 of them ;), and ultimately organising quotes. The SolarQuotes site is a wealth of knowledge for somebody starting out on the solar journey
Thanks
Inverter rating: 4/5
01 October 2024
Very happy with Beyond Solar for my home PV install
Everything was a great experience. Saad was super efficient in quoting and very patient with my many questions. MK provided terrific communication and updates on the preperation for the installation was flexible with dates. Adam and his team were excellent with their installation, we went through all of the options first and he provided reqular updates through the day on progress. Adam was very clean and precise with this electrical work, took the time to do the job correctly and left everything tidy when done. Overall great customer service.Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
30 September 2024
Exceptional service
Great service. They helped with organising the grid connection. Delivered on time.Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
26 September 2024
Best decision
After shopping around going ahead with beyond solar was the best decision we made. Such an easy and smooth process. Very punctual honest and reliable. The whole team was a delight to deal with and very helpful.26 September 2024
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Excellent service and system
The sales person I dealt with was great. They helped me find the best system for my needs. Everything about the installation was smooth and now my bills are about a quarter of what my bills were.Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
19 September 2024
Excellent Service from Start to Finish and Beyond
I’ve had the pleasure of using Beyond Solar for both solar panel installation and now, battery installation, and I couldn’t be happier with their service.From the beginning, their customer service has been outstanding. They’re easy to contact, quick to respond, and always willing to assist with any questions or concerns. Their after-sales support is just as impressive, ensuring you feel supported long after the initial installation is complete.
What stood out the most during the installation was the quality of their work. They hid all the cables behind the wall at no extra cost, leaving a clean and professional finish. Now with the battery installation, they’re even setting up the backup system free of charge.
Beyond Solar provides top-tier service that goes above and beyond, and I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and professional solar or battery installation services.
Inverter rating: 5/5
19 September 2024
My power bill has dropped significantly. I wish I had made the switch sooner, but I'm very glad I chose Beyond Solar.
I am extremely satisfied with the service and pricing from Beyond Solar. I would like to especially commend installer ZiCheng and his colleague for their outstanding work. ZiCheng took the time to thoroughly explain the installation process and the functionality of the solar system, ensuring that I fully understood everything. Their professionalism and attention to detail were exceptional.A special thank you also goes to Muhieddine, who provided comprehensive explanations during my inquiry about purchasing solar panels. He went above and beyond, dedicating ample time to educate both my wife and me on the best options for our needs. His thoroughness and commitment to helping us make informed decisions were greatly appreciated.
My power bill has dropped significantly. I wish I had made the switch sooner, but I'm very glad I chose Beyond Solar.
Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
Battery rating: 5/5
17 September 2024
Great install and smooth experience for off-grid system
Easy quoting and sales process. Competitive pricing on Jinko 8kW system for a ground mounted off-grid install. Neat and tidy install with clean wiring and clear labelling. Performance is great so far. Highly recommend.Panel rating: 5/5
15 September 2024
Knowledgable, professional, timely, well priced and helpful!
Beyond Solar were open to discussing options and working to get the best result for us. Others seemed more intent on providing a 'package'. Saad, our Beyond Solar sales consultant patiently worked through many questions and unpacked the data that all solar providers use to make a system look viable or attractive. Saad provided honest and knowledgeable explanations which allowed us to make clearer comparisons. He modelled different battery/non-battery scenarios for us. This was invaluable in helping us make decisions for the system we purchased.Communications with the Beyond Solar team were seamless and installation scheduling was prompt. I am impressed with how the install team, led by Huss, turned up on the scheduled day and installed the system with no fuss. The team was courteous, tidy, and efficient....they have done this before!! The installation finished with an informative explanation of the system and the Sungrow solar monitoring app.
Our new system has been performing beyond expectations so far - thank you Beyond Solar!
Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
14 September 2024
Gold Star Installer does it again
I obtained 3 quotes from your list of preferred installers and 2 more not on your list. The 2 not on your list had the highest cost quoted while the silver and gold installers had the lowest quotes. It seemed to me that there is an inverse relationship between quoted price and quality of installation. The higher on your list the more affordable the quote!The installation was done in one day and the system is currently working fine. The site was left very clean and tidy and there was no damage to the roof.
They helped me order the smart switch from my energy retailer and the company organised the registration with AusGrid.
I am no eagerly waiting for the battery installation.
Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
12 September 2024
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Batteries for existing 12.34kw Solar system
After some time clarifying the exact needs, this provider came out on top for adding batteries to our existing system (Beyond solar also previously extended our solar) . They recommended leaving the existing inverter in place (as it was a good quality one) and we wanted a 3 phase inverter for the batteries to match our 3 phase house.The installation guys were amazing.
12 September 2024
Great Hassle free install
From start to end was a very smooth, efficient, customer focused process and always answer your questions. They were on time and installation went as planned. From install to grid and after sale support was a 100%, no issues at allHighly recommend
Battery rating: 5/5
09 September 2024
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Quick reliable install
Easy to deal with, flexible with panel and inverter options. Systems has been working well since.Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
06 September 2024
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Good price and smooth install
I chose Beyond Solar based on the 3 quotes through Solar Quotes. The team at Beyond Solar were friendly and responsive and provided the best value for money for a Tier 1 solution.They arrived on time as arranged and installed, were friendly and efficient and got everything done in a day on my double storey townhouse. They ran me through the installation, ensured that I could connect to the system to monitor it and took all the rubbish with them - couldn’t even tell they’d been here after they left.
6 months in everything is working as designed. Very happy with the service.
Panel rating: 4/5
Inverter rating: 4/5
06 September 2024
Smooth installation and fair price
- Sales and quoting was transparent with every cost explained. Pricing was very competitive.- Installation was swift and installers were friendly and explained all the features of the new system.
- Grid connection was handled entirely by the team and was smooth as well.
Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
06 September 2024
Great service and product
I'm extremely happy with my solar system, it has been a seamless experience with no issues at all. The team were professional and friendly, and also answered all of my detailed questions to ensure I picked exactly what I wanted. I will absolutely go back to Beyond Solar when I'm ready to upgrade.06 September 2024
Very professional and great customer service
I was recommended Beyond Solar and I am pleased I was. After receiving 4 quotes they were not the cheapest or the most expensive. I chose them due to the recommendation and they proved very reliable in all their communications and acted the most professional. Their follow up systems and comms work well without being a them becoming a pest with spam calls.It was a pleasure to do business with them.
06 September 2024
3 years and still good
Awesome experience 3 years ago. They look after my roof, clean up after their installation and solar is going well.Polite team, good customer service .
I recommend them easily to my friends
Inverter rating: 5/5
06 September 2024
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Excellent installer.
They worked with me about my requirements and suggested a good system to install. They also accommodated some changes that happened meanwhile due to my distributor’s delay in upgrading my line to 3 phase.The installation was also very clean and professional.
Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 4/5
06 September 2024
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Excellent and attentive team
Of all of the installers we had quotes from, Beyond Solar were the most attentive, offered the greatest solution, and best overall outcome for our shady roof. Overall cannot fault them for their installation of price. Would recommend seeking them for a quote for your solar install!Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
06 September 2024
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Quality and affordable panels
The process was pretty quick and installed within a couple hours.03 September 2024
Knowledgable Salesperson and Installer
Saad has to be the most knowledgeable solar sales person I spoke to out of 7 companies which I spoke to, this really made me feel confident with my purchase. Even went as far as answering my questions out of office hours.Huss lead the installation team, discussed the best positioning on the day and even got the battery base out to show me how it would fit in his recommended position. Although the day was super windy, the install is super tidy and the crew cleaned up all their mess even going as far as sweeping out my garage from leaves that had blown in throughout the day. Huss went over how the whole system works and even walked me through the app before he went. The small issue I have with the install is where the conduit comes through the edging on the ceiling, although I'm not making down points as this is 100% fixable, Other then that the work in the roof, on the roof, in the switchboard and on the wall is amazing.
It's only been a day since the install but just looking at the results for today I am amazed, my battery was full before 10:30am and has covered the cost of running 3 split systems and still been making more then enough electricity.
Inverter rating: 5/5
27 August 2024
Fantastic, pain free installation
We had previous quotes last year and the salespeople just confused us and then left us with a hefty price tag. We didn’t go forward.Beyond Solar contacted us quickly and explained it to us in a way we understood and had confidence with them to move forward.
It was an easy, pain free installation. They cleaned up as they went, explained the app and ensured we had online access.
Definitely recommend.
Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
23 July 2024
Efficient, easy to deal with, and a great result!
Sales and quoting was straightforward. Our system requirements and installation is fairly simple so no onsite visit was required.The installers were punctual, Adam was very friendly and provided all the information we were after - throughout both the installation process and how to operate the system. They were clean and tidy, treating our place like they would their own.
I am very happy overall with Beyond Solar and our installed system!
07 July 2024
Original Review on 09-09-2023:
Seamless install
Easy process from quote to installinstallers were on time efficient and cleaned up after the install
removed existing solar and installed new system all in one day
10 months later we asked Ed: "Are you happy with the performance of your system so far?"
hard to say when you cannot access the correct data20 May 2024
Above and beyond expectations and such a simple process
I have used Beyond Solar 4 times now, three time for myself (Home, business and Investment Property) and each time Pawan has excelled in service and price. Pawan / Beyond have configured the panes to maximise our production and return of investment.Site teams are friendly and efficient and after they have finished, they clean up and ensure the system is ready for our energy provider.
After sales i cannot comment on as none of the systems have had any issues in the 2 - 5 yrs since installation
Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
EV Charger rating: 5/5
03 April 2024
Good install
The quoting process was all done remotely, they wouldn't come out to the site until installation and any adjustments needed would be assessed then (possibly at my cost)The installers were punctual and very polite, explaining all that they were doing and working out final placement for battery and inverter. They tidied up at each stage leaving very little behind. They only cracked one roof tile.
I don't know if they were meant to organise the network to reconfigure the smart meter for FIT but that didn't happen until after our electricity retailer notified them.
10 March 2024
Very efficient installation team.
An integrated service from initial inquiry to providing answers to queries to installation.01 March 2024
Original Review on 05-05-2023:
Punctual installer and neat implementation
Sales/quoting was comprehensive. They were happy to make multiple quotes, modifying to suit my requirements.Installers were polite and punctual.
They didn’t organise the grid connection afterwards but I knew that this was the case from the beginning. Beyond Solar explained they didn’t have the relationship with my retailer (Energy Australia) to do this.
I read their web site to learn they adhere to all the safety standards. Cabling in the roof is labelled appropriately, for example. The installers didn’t wear or fit safety measures against falls off the roof, however. That was my biggest surprise.
My quote was not done on-site. In hindsight, I would insist on this as the panels wouldn’t fit as designed so the installers discussed alternatives with me and found an alternate, perfectly acceptable way to install the panels.
10 months later we asked Patrick: "Are you happy with the performance of your system so far?"
Yes, I’m still very happy with the system after 12 months.15 February 2024
Fantastic people
Everyone was easy for me from start to finish. I’m an aged pensioner and not very computer savvy and the salesman helped me all the way, he had so much patience.Four men came from Sydney to the Riverina to install and I couldn’t have asked for better people, polite punctual and friendly, one even put the app on my phone.
I would highly recommend this company to everyone.
30 January 2024
Good installation in all respects
Despite pre-installation communications only being by phone Saad from Beyond Solar created a better configured, better capacity design than other on site and on-line providers from which I received quotes from. Installation team excellent (Adam talked through all on-day aspects and fixed a minor issue with my mains board for no labour cost), post installation responsive and organised all paperwork to update with electricity supplier. System works well and is delivering a little in excess of quoted Kwh.Panel rating: 4/5
Inverter rating: 4/5
18 January 2024
Patient and detailed consultation, professional installation and excellent after sale service by MK.
It's been 5 years since we installed the solar system by Beyond Solar. they help us to choose a good quality, money value system and it's been working so well and no issues at all. when we have some questions, MK always there to help. His professionalism, prompt reply is very impressive.Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
Battery rating: 5/5
17 January 2024
SW Sydney - 2 systems from Beyond Solar
I have used Beyond Solar twice now in three years. The first solar system they designed for me paid itself off well in advance of their estimates. The inverter broke and they were seamless in organising and installing a replacement. I was so impressed I came back for a second system.Saad is my sales guy and he was honest, open and very informative.
MK and the tech support team are amazing. Real stars of the after sales support.
Panel rating: 4/5
Inverter rating: 4/5
09 January 2024
Excellent after installation service
Aftercare support was excellent. Post some work by an electrician there was an issue with the inverter not being connected to the main switchboard correctly. I rang up the Beyond Solar for their assistance and MK their Technical Manager explained the issue to me and also directed the electrician to fault fix. Post issue resolution, he ensured the tests were down remotely to ensure there are no further faults.Would highly recommend Beyond Solar for their professionalism and attention to detail. Thanks MK for your support.
Inverter rating: 5/5
29 December 2023
Excellent System Design and installation
To be fair the quote documents contained all of the information required to define the system and to tick all of the boxes in the solar quotes checklist, but they were much harder to find than some other companies that quotedPanel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
20 December 2023
Quality products and workmanship
We are very happy with the product and installation Beyond Solar provided. Not only they have very competitive pricing, they also use reputable brands and the communication and installation were smooth. The solar panels have been working very well, and we even got credit for our electricity bills!Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
18 December 2023
Great install, easy to deal with
I went with Beyond Solar after they were recommended by Solar Quotes and a colleague who had used them. Sales quoting process was easy to understand and responsive to questions. Install involved some of the hardest workers I've met, punctual and got the full 13.2kw system installed in a day.Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 4/5
04 December 2023
No fuss profesional installation
easy sales and quoting systemcould not fault the installation tea
system was only installed a few days a go and the grid connection has not yet been finalised
16 November 2023
Very smooth experience
Sales and installers were friendly and professional, very good experience31 October 2023
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We would highly recommend Beyond Solar in all aspects from sales through to installation.Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
23 October 2023
Original Review on 22-12-2022:
Seamless process
The salesperson was very professional and upfront. The installation was once again professional and well done.The customer service so far, has been without fault.
10 months later we asked Peter: "Are you happy with the performance of your system so far?"
Above expectations and would like to add a battery when they become if ever financially sensible to purchase.18 September 2023
Great experience and quality installation
Saad and the team were great, the initialQuote was done online and communication throughout was transparent and clear. The team did a superb job installing and configuring the system, arrived on time and cleaned up after completion. Helped explain and setup the Enphase app on the day. Support team answered any questions we had, nightgown recommend.
Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
17 September 2023
Prompt service and efficient, friendly installers
Over the phone quote, regular reminders came across as a bit of a hard sell, nearly went with another installer if it escalated.Install was top notch. Arrived on time, quite, efficient, and diligent work by roof installer and electrician who did a high quality job.
After sales follow ups and customer relation contact. Grid connection was all seamless.
02 September 2023
Happy with the installation
Tony the sales person was very helpful did not have to wait long for installation arrived on time schedule for installation. Grid connection was arranged by Beyond Solar08 August 2023
Excellent install and advice
Beyond Solar and Saad was great and very accommodating easing any concerns in particular issues with my roof. Saad really listened to my concerns and provided great advice on what they can do. He even went to the trouble of organising the electrician to speak to me to gain comfort before committing to anything. The install process was just as smooth. Adam /Huss and the team was fantastic on the install day. Adam was even able to come up with a better solution on the day with how the cables would be run etc after seeing the roof and agreeing on the layout. The team kept me informed throughout the whole process. Everyone at Beyond Solar went above expectations and I highly recommend them!03 August 2023
Smooth experience
My first contact with Saad from Beyond Solar was great. I know a fair bit about solar already and from that phone call i knew Saad knew his stuff.He designed up a system that suited our needs and budget. He re-configured a few things when we learnt about shading trees and TV aerials. He talked through the process that Beyond Solar would perform.
The installers worked hard, they were neat, they were polite and they followed Saads plan to a "T".
Before leaving they guided me onto the "App" that lets me see the electricity we're generating and i am really happy with the results.
Well done Beyond Solar, Saad, MK and the installers, we're very happy clients and will refer you to our friends.
Inverter rating: 5/5
21 July 2023
Fantastic, would recommend
Sales person was great, very helpful and answered my question with clear and detailed answers. The installer were very professional and were great to deal with. Over all I highly rate and recommend Beyond Solar.Inverter rating: 1/5
21 July 2023
Extremely happy with process and installation
Have to say going forward will always be going to Beyond Solar. I had gone to many with many just telling to replace my existing solar system, until I came across Beyond Solar. Saad very clearly explained everything to me, saying I need to get a battery as my solar system is producing. Saad was extremely helpful, professional, knowledgeable and very patient with the amount of times I asked him question’s especially on the weekends. When it came to installing the team that attended completed the job efficiently and very neatly. Can’t recommend Beyond Solar enough, keep up the great work ????????Battery rating: 5/5
09 July 2023
Highly Recommend the Beyond Solar Team
Beyond Solar were one of the companies that were willing to work with a townhouse and provide multiple quotes that weren't outrages in price. Quoting was done remotely and was spot on. I provided a photo of all locations they required (meter box and switch board). The customer service team answer any and all quotes before, during and after installation.The team arrived onsite and were very polite and professional, they removed and cleaned up all packaging and rubbish.
Beyond Solar has provided timely updates and has been processing a warranty claim and chasing up Sungrow daily to get a new inverter supplied to replace a dead one after only a month
Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 2/5
Helpful Customer Service
Over all good job, despite some minor inconveniences. There was some issues with wifi connection that could have been easily sorted if the installer explain the process thoroughly in the first place. However the resolution was quite easy and timely with chatting with customer service. The only downside of the customer service is they can be hard to reach as they are always busy and call almost always through to "voicemail". If they tighten those ups, I reckon they'll easily earn 5 stars consistently.