Solar 1 Electrical Pty Ltd Reviews
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Solar 1 Electrical is an installation company founded in 2017 servicing Bendigo, Echuca, Kyneton, Ballarat, Maryborough, Castlemaine, Heathcote and other locations in Central Victoria. In addition to solar and battery systems, the company supplies and installs EV chargers.
The company says:
"Welcome to Solar 1 Electrical, your trusted local partner for solar solutions in Central Victoria!
As a family-owned business with deep roots in the community, we take pride in being 100% Australian owned and operated. Our commitment goes beyond just providing solar solutions; we are dedicated to fostering a sustainable future for our region.
What sets us apart?
At Solar 1 Electrical, our commitment goes beyond installations; it's about building relationships and supporting our community. Our in-house installation team ensures that every project is handled with precision and care, no subcontracting!
Additionally, our experienced solar solution specialists are dedicated to understanding your needs. We believe in a holistic approach to solar solutions, providing not only top-tier installations but also personalised consultations tailored to your requirements. As a forward-thinking company, we proudly champion diversity in trades, with a female apprentice among our skilled crew.
When you choose Solar 1 Electrical, you choose top-tier products that offer excellent value for your investment. We bring over 30 years of combined industry experience to every project, tailoring solar system solutions to meet your unique needs and budget. From solar panels and inverters to battery storage systems and EV chargers, we've got your sustainable energy needs covered.
Join us in the solar revolution! Experience the benefits of clean, renewable energy while supporting a local business that values community, diversity, and excellence. Contact us for a quote or to learn more about our solar energy solutions. Let's power a brighter and greener future together."
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Solar 1 Electrical Pty Ltd Reviews (3)
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07 May 2026
18 March 2026
Excellent Installer - Very Good Customer Service
Of the four installers who quoted only two sent a representative to assess the job prior to quoting and only Solar1 sent a technical rep which gave me more confidence that they could do the installation as quoted.The installation crew were on time and very professional, communicating with me throughout the process.
Due to battery supply issues, this was a split installation - panels and inverters first, followed by the battery install a couple of months later. The system consists of 10kW of panels (22 Jinko 470W), 2 x GoodWE 5kW inverters, a 16kWh GoodWE battery, and 3 x Catch Power Controls (2CH controls for each of the inverters and a single 6CH controlling the system).
The installation technicians liaised with the Catch Power support during the installation to ensure everything was set correctly and showed me how to use the various Apps to control and monitor the system operation.
25 February 2026
Poor attention to detail, lots of return visits required
We had a solar and battery installed by Solar1 in early 2025, and almost a year later had the battery expanded by them. I have a number of complaints about their work:- The bollards were installed with a far too small bolt, and this was "fixed" by putting a much too large washer around it off centre so it that it just holds it. This looks very untidy and doesn't seem particularly secure.
- Switchboard upgrade that we paid extra for looks messy to me (see photo, I'm not an electrician so maybe this is acceptable)
- During the switchboard upgrade a power circuit and the aircon circuit were swapped, which we discovered later when different electricians were working on the house and found that the power was still on after turning it off. This also meant that the breaker sizes were wrong (20A for power, 16A for AC instead of the other way around).
- CT clamps were installed incorrectly, it took 3 return visits to resolve this and was only noticed because I reported that the system wasn't working correctly.
- During the battery upgrade, the correct procedure was not followed resulting in a highly unbalanced stack where the full capacity is not usable. The old batteries should have been discharged to 23% to match the new module, however they were left at 48%. This means the battery stops discharging when the new module reaches 0%, even though the old modules still have a lot of capacity remaining (see screenshot, 2.93V vs 3.23V). I caught this issue myself after seeing the battery SOC jumping around and after doing some reading and investigating I discovered the cause.
Overall I'm quite disappointed and would not recommend Solar1.
Panel rating: 5/5
Inverter rating: 4/5
Battery rating: 2/5
Still not operating as Quoted
System does not operate. Installer has not replied with reason!