At Start Solar, the paperwork side of going solar gets almost as much reviewer attention as the installation itself, with Vinnie, Riya and Mandy repeatedly credited for handling STC rebate claims and subsidy forms on customers' behalf. Mandy also comes up often for keeping installation teams organised, while Tina is described as patient and deliberately non-pushy, taking time to walk undecided customers through options before they book. Ayush earned praise for returning years after an install to investigate a roof leak that turned out to be unrelated to the solar work, and fixing it anyway. Reviewers also mention switchboard and meter box upgrades bundled into larger jobs, plus a heat pump installation team led by Kirsten. Sites are consistently left clean, and reviewers say the company keeps communicating well after the invoice is paid. As a solar installer in Melbourne, Start Solar holds a 4.8-star average from 370 Google reviews.
Reviews
4.8 / 5 · 370 totalMandy is a brilliant salesman! He gave me genuine, honest advice and expedited my installation. My solar battery was installed within 3 days of my first contact with him. Unlike other salesman who try to oversell or make you buy a battery capacity you will never need, Mandy was upfront about what my home needs were and guided me accordingly. He also gave me the most competitive quote from all the companies that I contacted. My recommendation would be to go with Start Solar for all your solar needs and have Mandy manage the installation for you.
I originally had a 10kWh battery installed by Start Solar two years ago, and I’ve just had them install two more 10kWh batteries. Their price was very competitive, and the whole process was smooth. From the original quote to installation only took about four weeks, which was much quicker than I expected. Thanks, Start Solar! 😊
Start Solar was recommended to us by friends. They have organised everything for us including an upgrade to our old existing meter box. Start Solar staff have been a wonderful support, patiently explaining how everything works and answering our questions. We have no hesitation in recommending Start Solar to others.
I had a great experience with Start Solar from start to finish. The entire process — from sales to installation — was smooth and hassle-free. Mandy and Riya were professional, patient, and very helpful in addressing all my questions and concerns, ensuring I was completely satisfied. The installation team, led by Ali, was also very professional and paid great attention to detail. The final result is a neat and clean installation that looks fantastic. Thanks to the entire Start Solar team for your excellent service..!!
We are very happy with the expert advice and service provided by Start Solar regarding our new solar panel installation. We can't thank Vinnie and Riya enough for their expert advice and assistance with the preparation and lodgment of our solar rebate claim; their expertise and professionalism saved us many hours of frustration. The Installers were friendly, professional and did a fantastic high-quality job of the installation. The installation is now complete and running perfectly, a big thankyou to all involved; we are very satisfied customers and have no hesitation recommending Start Solar to anyone considering any solar installation work. Your efforts are greatly appreciated. Lyn & Theo Zonneveld :)
Very good job properly check and install. The both guys Ali and other work properly.I want to thanks all if the ream members.Thanks again.
Outstanding Service from Start Solar, Highly Recommended! I recently had my solar system installed through Start Solar, and I couldn’t be happier with the entire experience. From the very first conversation to final installation, everything was handled with exceptional professionalism and care. A special thanks to Vinnie, whose expertise and clear explanations made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Vinnie was incredibly knowledgeable and patient, taking the time to answer all my questions, walk me through every option, and guide me toward the best solution for my home. His flexibility in accommodating changes and responsiveness to our needs was truly commendable. It’s rare to find someone so committed to customer satisfaction. Start Solar delivered exactly what was promised, high-quality equipment, a seamless installation process, and ongoing support. If you're considering solar, I highly recommend Start Solar, and be sure to ask for Vinnie. You’ll be in great hands!