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Aileen TesorieroGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC
- Verified customer
Making our own electricity
The boys from Solar Services were very polite and efficient. The batteries were installed in the time we were given. The installation was performed without inconveniencing us and their software application is very user friendly.
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DO NOT USE Solar Service Group: Terrible Customer Service + Cowboy Installers + Ghosting
Installed Hive battery 1 year ago with installers who were cowboys, 2 days later, battery failed.
Informed SSG and after a protracted tussle between SSG and manufacturers, they ended up replacing the front panel/cover (only 56 days later)! Who cares, working again phew....
Then the battery stopped working again about 3 months after cover replacement... After informing SSG again, they just ghosted me. I understand that electronics fail, but for every single problem, the onus has been entirely mine, calling and chasing them... It was faulty for ...Read more
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Megan C.Solar Service Group
Hi Voss, thank you for providing us with your feedback. I'm sorry our service has not been up to our usual standards and sincerely apologise for this. We have sent you a private message to acquire you... Read more
r relevant order details so that we may investigate this immediately for you. In the meantime please do not hesitate to email us at hello(at)solarservicegroup.com.au.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Paul BGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- Verified customer
Great Service and Information
Installed a Hive Battery which has already cut down my summer power bill. Excellent communication from Solar Service Group answering all my questions. Would highly recommend using for Solar Installation and Battery storage.
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Paul, thank you for providing your feedback. It's great to hear the solar battery is working well for you and that you are seeing savings! If there is anything you would like to see us improve on i... Read more
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TuckerGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- Verified customer
Excelent service from start to finish!!
We have had solar Panels installed ten years ago, by a company that has now gone out of business. On the seventh phone requesting a service, Solar Service Group agreed to come out and do it. Al the others were only interested in installing panels. The two young guys who came out explained what they were going to do, when finished confirmed all had been done. Explained how we could turn the system back on after a blackout. On time, very pleasant and even answered a question on why we did not have additional panels
Would definitely recommend the company every time!!
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Tucker, thank you for providing your feedback. It's great to hear your service with us has been excellent. If there is anything you would like to see us improve on in the future please do not hesitate to contact us and let us know.
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JohnnoIllawarra, NSW
- Verified customer
The Alpha Ess 2.9 has changed our understanding of our power usage
We had an Alpha Ess 2.9 installed in January 2022 & by monitoring the app over the course of 12 months we have been able to add additional modules & build a solar storage system to accommodate the specific requirements of our household. No more or less storage than we require!
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Johnno, thanks for taking the time to provide your feedback. It's great to hear that you have been able to optimise your households energy usage with the assistance of your solar storage. If there ... Read more
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NeilSydney, NSW
Battery Expansion Installation
Initially the Hive battery installation had an issue and I was not consulted to find a solution before the installation.
The expansion unit was not properly mounted against the wall beneath the main unit.
SSG has offered to correct the installation at no cost. It will require the dismounting of the unit while the bricks that stick out at floor level are cut back, then remounting. I would have preferred that the installation have been postponed until the wall could be adjusted.
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Neil, thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. I apologise for your after sales experience so far as this is not up to our usual standards. We have sent you a private message... Read more
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I am excited about helping to save the planet through solar energy.
Installation was well planned, efficiently carried out and the installer were friendly and professional with their work.
The company was professional in their dealings and manner, from when we first received a letter in the mail, to making inquiries, to installation and follow up.
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Wayne, thank you for your positive feedback. We're glad that our team were able to provide you with an excellent installation experience. If there's anything that you would like to see us improve o... Read more
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barry lovejoyHunter Region, NSW
- 2 reviews
- Verified customer
The installation has been a great asset, reduced my power bill & added value to our home.
The panel installation went well, the installation guys were very professional and very helpful in regards to the questions we asked them. I have had no issues with the company but I had a message from Victoria to contact her but she has not rang me back. I have left 2 messages for her.
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Barry, thanks for taking the time to provide us with your positive feedback. If you have any questions or issues in the future please do not hesitate to contact us on 1300 70 71 72 or email us at hello(at)solarservicegroup.com.au
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Consider good investment
Happy with product and excellent service by contractors setup all working fine no panel installation only battery setup and commissioning as I have stated happy with product and very professional lnstallation of product.
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Phillip, thanks for taking the time to share your feedback with us. It's great to hear you've had a positive experience with us. If there is anything you would like to see us improve on in the futu... Read more
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Barbara WorkmanGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
- 2 reviews
- Verified customer
Very professional
Battery installation was super easy, no mess and all pre installation information about what would happen was exactly correct. Looking forward to reaping the rewards with regard to energy, cost and the environment
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Hi Barbara, thanks for sharing your feedback. It's great to hear we have been able to provide you with a 5-star experience. If there is anything you would like to see us improve on in the future pleas... Read more
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FlisSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 2 reviews
- Verified customer
helping us and helping the environment
The installation occurred sooner than I thought likely and was well handled by a a friendly tecnician who explained more about how the system worked and answered any questions that I had.
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Flis, thanks for sharing your feedback with us. It's great to hear that the technician handled your installation well and explained how everything worked to you. If there is anything you would like... Read more
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Follow up annual service done professionally - impressed
The technicians arrived and fixed some minor issues I had and cleaned the panels. The system is now running better than ever. The technicians showed what they had done and provided some tips to monitor the panel performance. Most impressed.
Only issue was it took nearly 6 weeks for the technicians to arrive after booking the service
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Peter, thanks for providing us with your feedback, we're pleased to hear your service went well and your system is running better than ever. If you ever have any queries or need anything in the future, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
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Richard BoddingtonPerth, WA
- Verified customer
Very happy with the solar batteries and their performance
I recently had a Hive 5.0kw battery solar system installed to increase my independence from the grid and use the 5kw solar panel system more efficiently. The system has worked well for the past month and my use of the grid insignificant. The installation was undertaken promptly by a professional who located the system next to my inverter and answered all my questions and more regarding solar battery systems and how the Hive system could be easily expanded if I required greater storage - electric powered cars etc. More than happy to recommend Solar Service Group.
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Richard, thanks for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We're pleased we have been able to provide you with a 5-star experience and help you utilise renewable energy. If there is anyt... Read more
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BaziGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
I'm glad I made the decision
Solar services group well done, everything from installation to finished product fantastic. I am glad i decided to install solar when i did it's now buzzing away. A very happy customer
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Bazi, thanks for taking the time to share your positive feedback with us. It's great to hear your happy with your solar purchase. If there is anything you would like to see us improve on in the fut... Read more
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Steve & JanHunter Region, NSW
- 4 reviews
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They did a great job - no regrets
We already had a large 42 panel solar system with an ABB inverter (10Kw) already installed in our new large house of 570 sqm. When I looked into battery storage I was fortunate to come across Solar Service Group who were offering a VERY competitive price to supply and install their latest Storion Smile B3 range of 3Kw batteries (provided by Aplha ESS Australia). Installation went ahead without incident and installation was a very neat job.
The advantage of this system was that it was self contained having its own inbuilt inverter so there wer...Read more
e no compatibility issues with my existing ABB inverter which did not support batter storage. Also the system was fully wifi connected enabling the whole system to be monitored via a browser link to the the Aplha ESS monitoring system. The monitoring system was also great showing real time power usage from the grid, solar input, battery charge and discharge. After a few months of monitoring I decided to add 1 more 3KW slave battery as our large house was chewing up the battery pretty quick. After consultation with support we ordered and installed the slave battery without issue. I now have a very balanced system and for the first time have paid NO electricity bills for December and January despite being the hottest months and running a large 19KW ducted air cond system. Whenever I had a query I contacted support and always got a personal phone call back in reasonable time to answer my query. Could not fault their support. I would not hesitate to recommend Solar Service Group be on your shopping list if you are contemplating solar and/or battery storage.1 comment
Stephanie A.Solar Service Group
Hi Steve & Jan, thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We're pleased to hear you've had a positive experience with us so far. If there is anything you would like to see us imp... Read more
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GnDHunter Region, NSW
- Verified customer
Good Product .. Well Installed .. Great Outcome
The pre-install was good .. everything was explained and my questions were answered promptly. The installation presented problems to the team that could not have been anticipated but they worked hard to overcome them on a very hot day. The result is a very neat install in our garage. We've not issues with the company at all. We had a suggestion for an improvement (to overcome one of the installation issues) that we passed on and it was well received.
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Peter EdwardsSydney, NSW
- 2 reviews
Great Pre-Install Customer Service. Very very BAD after installation Customer Servicce.
The sales process and installation booking and installation all went well. Since installation have had an issue with my coffee machine and microwave turning off for no reason. Also my standing lamp comes on at the same time. Also since installation found that my Ethernet cable was cut by the installer when drilling holes for the battery.
I have rang Solar Services Group twice and left messages, with their call centre. Can't actually speak with anyone from the company direct. Also submitted a Technical support request on their website. Have hear nothing from them despite both messages with the call centre being marked as URGENT.
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Peter, thanks for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. I'm sorry to hear that you have not yet received a call back from our team in response to your phone calls made yesterday and thi... Read more
s morning and sincerely apologise for the delay. Our team is aware of your issue and will make contact with you as soon as possible to discuss your case. In the meantime feel free to contact us at hello(at)solarservicegroup.com.au or support(at)solarservicegroup.com.au.I was contacted by a Solar Service Group representative shortly after submitting this. They were very helpful and apologetic for the delay. The fault was rectified by the installer within 24 hours an... Read more
d everything is now working perfectly. That is the customer service I had expected from Solar Service Group. So think you very much. Job well done.Stephanie A.Solar Service Group
Hi Peter, I'm glad that we were able to rectify the fault promptly and as a result, your system is working perfectly. For any future enquiries, feel free to contact us at [email protected]
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All that was promised.
Two very nice blokes arrived on time as promised, explained what they would do, and within an hour they
had finished. The App was explained to me and they were gone inside the hour. Could not be happier with the finished job.
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Neil, thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. It's great to hear that we delivered on all that was promised. If there is anything that you would like to see us improve on in... Read more
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Solar battery surprise
The installation was smooth and efficient with no interruptions to my day to day activities. It was amazingly quick. The installer took time to explain the workings of the battery and answer my questions. The software provided is easy to use. I would thoroughly recommend Solar Service Group.
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi John, thanks for taking the time to provide your feedback. It's great to hear your installation went well and your installers explained everything for you. If there is anything you would like to se... Read more
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DawnPerth, WA
Devastated
The quoting system promised a battery for my 3 kw solar panels and inverter, not sure how the battery works because the installer didnt connect it properly
The install failed and my independent electrician said the panels, inverter and battery were not connected properly, still 10 months on.
Called and sent many letters regularly to Solar Services Group and from their Adelaide office they told me the system was fine, no one came out to check, ever. Constant calls and they did nothing
Customer service, there was no customer care or service, I a...Read more
m left with no option than the magistrates court. This is how Solar Service Group treat pensioners, they were not even honest in how ineffectual the battery they supplied would be on my 3 kw system I have no idea how a company can treat people like this, please avoid them2 comments
Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Dawn, thank you for providing us with your feedback. I'm sorry that you feel our service has not been up to our usual standards and sincerely apologise for this. We have sent you a private message ... Read more
to acquire your relevant order details so that we may investigate this immediately for you. In the meantime please do not hesitate to email us at hello(at)solarservicegroup.com.au.Dean from South Australia branch has refused to help in any way. my electricity bills have increased in excess of 400 percent and my solar panels have been made invalid. The reason for the large ele... Read more
ctricity accounts. He checks everything by computer. An electrician has said the connection does not work. there is a report which was sent to Dean who will not accept that there is anything wrong according to his computer. the bills show there is. I have been speaking and messaging him since April 2022. the battery was installed in march 2022.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Questions & Answers
Stan B.asked
battery dimentions
Reviewedhonestlyasked
Why are you so pushy for payment and yet I am still awaiting installation? I've paid in full and for an extra battery, yet no contact made to arrange install. Been waiting 7 weeks now!!
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Got called n the day this was posted and was informed my installation will be December. Wow so much for the promise of installing within 8 weeks? By time install date planned arrives I will have been waiting 13 weeks!! Not a great start. Wishing I had not signed up now
Beware! have had Abysmal service and left with power outlets in 3 rooms in my house not working, solar panels not working and switchboard left with cover not screwed on. Will be getting a reliable company to rectify the shockingly incompetent work.
Maz26asked
Has anyone had their bill go to zero after installing a battery?
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You will always have the service to property charges. But it seems that the battery is providing most of the floating power required. I am thinking that if I switch on the oven I may be drawing partially from the grid.
Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Maz26, as Karl says you will have supply or property charges from your electricity retailers, however we have been able to see our customers charge their solar battery during the day and still cover daytime electricity usage with their solar. Then cover their night time electricity usage with the electricity stored in their battery.
No. After technicians came to rectify a problem I was left with power outlets in 3 rooms in my house not working, solar panels not working and switchboard left with cover not screwed on. Will be getting a reliable company to rectify the shockingly incompetent work.
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Customer S.Solar Service Group
Hi Aileen, thank you for taking the time to share you feedback with us. It's great to hear about your positive experience. If there is anything you would like to see us improve on in the future please do not hesitate to contact us and let us know.