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Central Solar Systems Reviews (15)
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Average Scores
4.4/5
Value for money
4.5/5
Quality of System
4.4/5
Installation
4.3/5
Customer Service
- 5 star 9
- 4 star 4
- 3 star 1
- 2 star 0
- 1 star 1
29 October 2026
24 October 2026
Fantastic service!
Absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish! We couldn’t be happier with our solar and battery installation. The team were brilliant, taking the time to explain everything thoroughly and walk us through the different options and prices so we could make the best decision. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and their customer service has been outstanding. Even after installation, they’ve been more than happy to answer questions and offer advice. It’s so refreshing to find a company that genuinely cares about its customers. We couldn’t recommend them highly enough!Inverter rating: 5/5
23 October 2026
Professional local installer
I recently commissioned Central Solar (Ashmore) to install a 40kw solar battery onto my existing solar panel system. I found them very knowledgeable and professional throughout the installation. Nothing was an issue and I am extremely pleased with the result.They were extremely price competitive and only install quality reliable brands. I would definitely recommend giving them a call for anything solar related.
Panel rating: 4/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
Battery rating: 5/5
23 October 2026
Highly recommended!
5 stars for Stu and his team from central solar!We had a 48kw battery system and solar panels installed to suit on our roof.
The whole process was great from the get go,
Stu attended and checked over our property and roof and gave us his recommendations and what we could expect to save from various scenarios.His quote was very detailed, and competitive.
The installation was fast and efficient,and very tidy.
I’m a tradie myself so I’m a bit fussy on the smaller details but was very happy with how tidy the whole installation was.
Site cleaned up afterwards like they were never there.
Honestly best decision we ever made getting this system we have 2 teenage kids , (looong showers), ducted aircon, induction cooktop , a Tesla we need to charge, our power bills have gone from $1600 upwards to under $200.
Thanks guys super happy with our decision to go with you guys , we recommend you to anyone we meet that are thinking about getting a solar battery setup. Cheers!
Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
Battery rating: 5/5
EV Charger rating: 5/5
23 October 2026
Great communication. Great service.
The process was easy throughout. Great communication and work was completed on time as advised. Everything was handled by Central Solar Systems.Inverter rating: 5/5
Battery rating: 5/5
09 December 2022
Great service and advice.
Ray and his team were amazing to deal with. Ray's knowledge regarding systems and the maximisation of output is incredible, and he explains how it all works in a way that someone with no knowledge can understand. His after installation care was also great - our system had an update which knocked it offline briefly, and Ray came out before we had even noticed and checked it out to make sure it was all up and running again. His team (Stu and Ben) are fantastic. Their professionalism is second to none and the work they did was excellent. Communication was great - we always knew when they were coming and they would turn up when they said they would.We are extremely happy with our system and the amount of power it is pumping out to us, and back to the grid. Even with children that are, quite frankly, energy suckers, we are still generating more than enough through our solar panels and storing in our batteries to keep us going throughout the day and night without pulling off the grid.
It is rare to find a company that does exactly what they say they will do, and not only do so but go beyond. Having dealt with other solar companies in the past at previous residences that were a bit hit and miss, we can't recommend Central Solar Systems highly enough.
Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 5/5
Battery rating: 5/5
20 November 2021
Original Review on 22-03-2021:
Returning customer to a First class Installer
This is the 3rd system I have had installed by Ray from Central Solar systems. I find Rays knowledge as an Electrical Engineer shone through from the other 6 suppliers I contacted for quotes. One gave me a quote over the phone, one used a zoom call with only 5 coming to site. Of those 5 only 2 went on the roof for a look at the area I wanted the panels installed. Ray's attention to detail and his knowledge of local regulations had him one of only 2 of the companies picking up changes needed in my meter box to bring it up to current standards. 5 of the quotes would have resulted in changes needed once the installation started and with this extra expense. A number of the systems wouldn't have fit in the space I wanted the system installed in and this would have resulted in a smaller system or one which was installed illegally. Ray allowed space for future maintenance and cleaning and made sure the system fitted into the area based on current rules. Once installed he also monitors the system, follows up with software updates and suggests electrical suppliers once he has a better idea on how your system in performing. His installers were friendly, on time, neat and took the time to explain to me the geeky stuff an fellow electrician like me needed. Highly recommended8 months later we asked Craig: "Are you happy with the performance of your system so far?"
The system is working as projected and we look forward to our first full summer.31 January 2020
A regretful purchase.
Prompt quote, pleasant sales guy, but that’s where my positive feedback stops. If you’re a buyer wanting a big job and have a big budget then I’m sure they give you all the respect your ego desires. To the lesser jobs and smaller budgets you get the sales guy. You also get poor service, no responses to communication, handballed to the sales guy, and no follow up after they’ve got your money. Still waiting for the wifi setup, the documentation for the body corp and power supplier recommendation after recent update as promised ... and as per the fabulous representations from those with big systems who do get the companies attention. Sales guy is sold as being wonderful and local and and all round good guy. I however have the opposite experience and absolutely regret my purchase. Since this regrettable purchase, that I was assured was a great system at a reasonable price, I find I could have received 50% more panels and a 5kW system for the same price as the 13 panels and 3kW system Central Solar installed. Disappointing and entirely regrettable purchase.28 May 2019
Incredibly tidy installation
We cannot fault Central Solar Systems - Ray Cooper and his installers. Ray drove from the Gold Coast to meet with me and to discuss our requirements. He was easy to understand and was not simply a salesman. Ray talked through various options as well as energy providers. The installers did a fabulous job. They were professional, the panels look fantastic and they did not leave a mess. Ray came the next day to help us with monitoring system and has offered to answer any questions in the future. Great service all round.13 March 2019
19 November 2018
Absolutely Brilliant!!! I would never contemplate using the services of anyone else. After speaking to several " solar re-sellers" it was a breath of fresh air to come across Ray Cooper at Central Solar Systems. Ray's experience and knowledge was ultra impressive. He really cared about designing the most optimum system and he did just that. I am 100% happy with the outcome. You would be crazy to have solar designed and installed by anyone else.
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05 September 2012
Original Review on 17-06-2010:
Any info that I needed was always available by email or phone.Installation was done quicker than I expected.27 months later we asked NORM: "Are you happy with the performance of your system so far?"
THE SYSTEM HAS PERFORMED AS EXPECTED.THE DOWNSIDE IS THAT ON NON SUNNY DAYS YOU DON'T PRODUCE MUCH ELECTRICITY WHICH IS NATURAL.IF I HAD MY TIME AGAIN,I WOULD HAVE GOT A BIGGER INSTALLATION.I WOULD RECOMEND FOR A 3-4 SIZE FAMILY,THEY GET ATLEAST 12-16 SOLAR PANELS WITH A MINIMUM 2-3KW INVERTER.ANYTHING LESS IS NOT COST EFFECTIVE.
THE GOVERNMENT IS CHANGING THE RULES ALL THE TIME AND UNLESS YOU ARE GOING TO LIVE THERE FOR ATLEAST 10 YEARS,IT IS NOT COST EFFECTIVE.IF YOU ARE GOING TO LIVE THERE FOR 10 YEARS,GET THE BIGGEST YOU CAN AFFORD.
28 August 2011
13 February 2011
The inverter was put so far up the wall that I had to get a ladder to read the digital info.!!
This should be rectified this coming weekend.I am still waiting for the website information so I can download onto my laptop to keep a record of how the system is working.
The handbook is very poorly written and not user friendly.
There was very little handover info on completion of the job.
I've been on my laptop for 3 months deciding on a system and then at the last moment I stumbled in sight of the line!!
At least,all these matters should be rectified in the next week. Feb.13 2011
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This should be rectified this coming weekend.I am still waiting for the website information so I can download onto my laptop to keep a record of how the system is working.
The handbook is very poorly written and not user friendly.
There was very little handover info on completion of the job.
I've been on my laptop for 3 months deciding on a system and then at the last moment I stumbled in sight of the line!!
At least,all these matters should be rectified in the next week. Feb.13 2011
23 December 2010
I chose a local survice provider and Australian Made panels matched to a SMA Inverter which provides a 5.075kW system that has produced in excess of 31kWh on a number of days since being fully operational. Most quoters were not willing to either provide a price or supply the panels that we required, choosing instead fully imported panels and inverters that in our opinion do not offer appropriate on-shore back-up.
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Very professional job, good price and service
Central Solar Systems gave me the best price out of others I received, to add another 16.6Kwh stack of BYD HVM batteries. This included adding a combiner box and running cabling from the existing one.Compared with the people who installed the original battery, Stuart's level of professionalism and quality was way ahead. He clearly knew the Fronius Inverter and BYD combinations worked, including how to optimise the setup.
They handled all the paperwork involved, including applying for the Commonwealth battery subsidy. All I had to pay was the net price.
When I purchased the house a couple of years ago, the solar panels were already on the roof. I had no idea what brand, age and capacity they were. Stuart voluntarily did the research and sent me the appropriate brochures on those panels.
I have no hesitation in recommending Stuart and Central Solar Systems.
Battery rating: 5/5
EV Charger rating: 5/5