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DanielMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
difficult install challenged crew
We have a skillion roofline which was challenging for the first crew that arrived (on time), they informed me they would have to come back at a later date and someone would contact me.
Later that day another crew turned up unannounced and asked if I had a ladder they could borrow to do the install, didn't inspire a great amount of confidence.
That said, they got the job done, seemed a bit rushed though.
Some scrap left on roof and had to ask one guy not to smoke while on the roof.
Communication was poor but admittedly they got the job done in a timely fashion and generating a week later after Origin replaced the meter.
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DalePerth, WA
6.6 kw installed
Installation crew were very good.
The quality of the quotation provided by sun boost was lacking as there was two variations- one straight after I paid deposit and a second when installation started
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Sunboost T.Sunboost
Hi Dale,
Thank you for taking out time to put up a review for us! We are happy to learn that you had a great experience while dealing with us. It is indeed a pleasure to have you on board. We will che...
Hi
Quote number was SB158691
AnthonySouth-Eastern Region, NSW
Solar
Good. Only issue we had there was no assistance on the day to set up the WIFI. no phone calls follow up. I would have liked to be shown on the day how to set up the APP etc.
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Hi Anthony,
Thank you for the review. We further request you to kindly help us with your quotation number, so we can arrange our best customer service executive to assist you for the WiFi monitoring ...
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GlennHunter Region, NSW
Hidden fees.
Just be warned.
They don't quote right and are more concerned about how many panels you can fit on your roof but don't look things like the roof pitch. Once the installers come out and say the the roof is too steep they throw extra charges on the bill and its all good because in the contract, in the small print it says that unforeseen changes may cost extra. Im just not sure of the angle of the roof is unforeseen, they could have even asked me about the angle of the roof but once again, more worried about the up sale of the solar system. Plus t...
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Hi Glenn,
We apologize for the inconvinience caused to you whilst dealing with us. We request you to kindly help us with your quotation number and we assure to get back to you with a solution to the s...
SB212435 is the invoice number I was sent with the extra charges after I had paid in full for the system.
So just an update.
Sunboost reached out and asked for the invoice number after I posted my review saying they will look in to the extra charge but never contacted me again.
Not sure if they said the...
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Happy Solar OwnerMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
Sunboost review S.A
Sales gave me a great deal on my solar system but were a bit liberal with some other verbal offerings, this was a pity as they were minor things but deminished my trust needlessly. I was very happy with the rest of my experience with Sunboost. The Installation team, process and time lines were fantastic. They left no rubbish behind and were particular about a quality install.
Would I use Sunboost again ? Yes i would, happily.
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Jessica S.Sunboost
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The installer team is not professional
The installation workers left lots of rubbish, like paper box, plastic bags, on the roof or my garden, I cannot go to the roof, so I only saw them after a windy day. It is very easy to improve the situation. I don't know why this could happen.
The system is working well (the second day). The leader of the installation team is good to explain my questions. But I don't feel confident to their work after I saw rubbish on my trees
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Sunboost T.Sunboost
Hi Helen,
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too early to tell how good/bad it will be
I wasn't present but my wife said they were efficient.
There was a glitch prior to installation when a delay occurred because a request for information was not sent/received. Once the request was received, installation went ahead without problems.
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Dear Customer,
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DonnaMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 2 reviews
Install Great - paperwork delays caused issues
I had my 6.6kw system installed in December 2019 without a hitch. The installers were professional, clean and courteous. The problem is now it is 8 months down the track, i've found out that the Certificate of Compliance was never sent to my energy provider. Now I am 8 months into a new Solar system and not receiving the benefit. I thought the first bill was quite high considering what we were advised, I put it down to a really hot Adelaide summer. Not the case at all, i'm less than impressed to find out that this crucial step was not done. I'll be seeking some form of compensation from Sunboost.
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Sunboost T.Sunboost
Hi Donna,
Thank you for taking out time to put up a review for us! We are happy to learn that you had such a good experience while dealing with us. It is indeed a pleasure to have you on board.
We hop...
Thanks for your response, I will enjoy the savings the system brings once it is finally connected properly. The delay of 8 months is not good enough i'm afraid and has really tarnished our view on Su...
Read morenboost, the 3 stars was very generous. The job number is as follows 153764CarlSydney Surrounds, NSW
Installation complete.
From the outset they were good in replying to emails and very helpful with the questions i had when I talked to them on the phone. The installers i believe were contractors and were very helpful and kept me informed during the process. Communication with the installers was limited, due to limited English skills (which was fine, as I said they did a good job and were helpful) and around what to do after the fitment, he advised me to contact Sunboost.
I tried to ring Kevin back, as he had left a message to see how it was going, the number would ...
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Sunboost T.Sunboost
Hi Carl,
We apologize for the delay in services from our end. We request you to help us with your order number and we will arrange a call and get everything up and running for your solar system.
Regards,
Sunboost Online.
Hi,
I have now contacted my electricity provider, which were very helpful and also informed me there was no application for solar received. They then gave me all the necessary requirements, ccew, ptc ...
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Solar panel instalation
I had the installation in winter when the weather was not very good ( raining and very humid most days). The personnel at SB was good following the installers after re-scheduling. I had a few issues with the operation and they are responsible to look at the problems.
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Dear Customer,
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We ho...
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Check my previous review. This is an update 2 weeks later.
Installation and communication was good. No probs with that.
After final payment and 2 weeks later, promised email of paperwork and certification from installing electrician so that meter change could be organised was not forthcoming. 3 phone calls later and promise of email within 48hrs..nothing!
Not happy. Beware!!
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Hi Betty,
We apologize for the inconvenience caused. We request you to kindly help us with your quotation number. We assure you that we will look into it and get back to you with a solution at the earliest.
Regards,
Sunboost Online.
Thank you for your reply. My Quote/Order number is 193724.
This is now resolved. It took another phone call, this time to Monica who sorted it out quickly. Thank you Monica, you get things done!
It’s too soon to provide a rating as the system is not fully functional
Installation process was very quick and efficient. The installer was easy to talk to and communicated effectively throughout the process. Despite having to return to install a part after the panel installation was completed, the installer was very professional and was well versed with the product. Any queries I had were answered immediately and honesty.
I must also pass comment regarding Paxton who consistently Kept in contact with me throughout the process. Paxton was instrumental in ensuring effective communication and keeping us up to date on each step in the process.
It has been a real pleasure to deal with the company this far
Billie-Jo
Project # 190370
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Sunboost T.Sunboost
Hi Billie,
Thank you for taking out time to leave us a review! We are so glad to hear that we were able to serve you with such a great experience.
We hope you enjoy the savings your solar system bring for many years to come....
GVHMid North Coast, NSW
Rough installation
The team were great but I asked them to be careful on our tin roof and the ended up bending some of the iron sheets which shortens the lifespan of the roof and is disappointing.
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for taking out time to leave us a review! We are so glad to hear that we were able to serve you with such a great experience. We do accept your suggestion and assure to work ...
Friendly, helpful staff and service just need to check they don't knock TV wires out.
Friendly staff and helpful did take time for team to come and installed but due to (COVID19) so cant blame them for that. The installers where friendly and got the job done in a quick time. After they left they have have noticed in one of the bedroom we have lost the TV signal they must have knocked it out while in the roof. So would have given 4 stars but due to TV signal I gave them 3 stars.
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Jessica S.Sunboost
Hi Richard,
Thank you for taking out time to leave us a review! We are so glad to hear that we were able to serve you with such a great experience. We request you to kindly help us with your quotatio...
lack of communication after paid deposit
Disappointed in call centre service (only one staff member), after phoning around different places for quotes, was hounded daily by staff member Clay to get the sale. When I asked about prices for more quality solar panels was quoted a price three times more than basic panels, but no prices in between. However Clay could provide these prices days later when I was advised him of another suppliers solar panels. After paying deposit did not hear from Clay after this process, sent two emails following up with him asking when installation would t...
Read moreake place however no reply. It took over three months from deposit to installation. Had to phone the call centre, spoke to Lauren, who then organised the installation with the contractors. The contractors provided quick & quality service.1 comment
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Hi Craig,
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Matthew R.South East Queensland, QLD
Good up to installation, terrible after sales
Simple process, good communication early-on and the price includes old system removal. Terrible after sales communication and I'm still to receive my declaration of compliance and certificate of electrical safety paperwork that I've been chasing for weeks and my Installation contact (Rex) has gone AWOL.
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Hi Matthew,
Thank you for taking out time to leave us a review! We are so glad to hear that we were able to serve you with such a great experience.
We hope you enjoy the savings your solar system bring for many years to come....
Hi, since writing this review I have been trying to contact Rex (my installation contact) to get the supporting documentation sent through. By this I mean the manuals for the equipment, warranty info...
Read morermation, declaration of compliance and certificate of electrical safety. Rex has not answered any of the 4 emails that I have sent him. Please can this be escalated as I need to pass them on to my new electricity provider? Matt Ransby 0436 318 637Get quotes from Solar Panel Installers servicing your area
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Diana TittertonSydney Surrounds, NSW
- 4 reviews
Not much communication
The installation of the panels were great, the crew were friendly and efficient very tidy and explained how things will work from now on, They cleaned up after them selves
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Jessica S.Sunboost
Hi Diana,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are so glad to hear that we were able to serve you with such a great experience.
We hope you enjoy the savings your solar system bring for many years to come....
Monique M
- 3 reviews
Expected better service
I have been quite disappointed with Sunboost and do regret going through them at this point. I have had issues with them communicating with me about installation date and the process involved, and have already had to ring them three times in three weeks following installation due to an issue with the contractors that they have not sorted. It frustrates me that they provide so little information and that I am the one chasing this up. I cannot comment on the quality of the system as we have yet to be able to use ours completely. I would recommend considering local options over this company.
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Jessica S.Sunboost
Hi Monique,
We apologize for the inconvenience caused to you. We wish to assure you that this is not a common Sunboost practice.
Furthermore, we request you to kindly help us with your quotation num...
fault rectification
rain ingress after solar panels were installed
crew were sent on Monday after problem was reported on Saturday
they did not find the source of the leak
issue has not been resolved
thank you [name removed] you were extremely help full in trying to resolve the issue
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Jessica S.Sunboost
Dear Customer,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are so glad to hear that we were able to serve you with such a great experience.
We hope you enjoy the savings your solar system bring for many years to come....
Fairly average provider in the market
I dealt with [name removed] who raised various arguments as to the benefits of sunboost, such as they have Alan Border as their brand ambassador and their service is just the best in Australia (no proof other than pointing to reviews to back this up).
Overall their pricing seems to be a fair amount more than others and they seem to promote the cheaper brands rather than giving you the options of the more up market products.
Whilst their product offering is good, there isn't really much to differentiate them from the other providers out there...
Read more other than their promises of future service, which is yet to be seen given the company is only around 2 years old. I don't have anything negative to say but neither do I have anything overly positive. For the price I think doing your homework is essential for the specific requirements you have because there are other providers offering similar and even better solutions for less who also make the same promises as to warranties and service. Time will tell how they go in the long run.Questions & Answers
JohnnyThundersasked
I was told installation would happen on 12 January. Three installers showed up and scoped the job (this is something other companies do BEFORE the date of installation and, if they are operating professionally, BEFORE they agree the price).
The installers made some comments about the need to run conduit and have an electrician to install.
Today (Saturday) I had a call with Sunboost telling me the job would cost a further $500 because it would take a day to install the wiring to the inverter and meter box. There was some (gobsmacking) comment regarding if it were not installed according to legal requirements, I could not use the solar system if it were inspected by relevant authorities.
I explained I had been offered a price, agreed a contract, expected the system would be installed in accordance with legal requirements and I would not be paying a cent more. I have asked Sunboost to send me a firm plan regarding installation by Monday, at the agreed price and, if not, I advised Sunboost I would have to consider my options.
Completely unsatisfactory performance to date. Hopefully Sunboost will redeem itself.
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One of the 3 installers was the electrician on my job. They cant install it without an electrician. I had my site inspection on the day of install ebven after I asked for one prior. The electrician used conduit to run wire which is a requirement for all cabling anyway.
I did have another company come and do a site inspection but the person who came was rude and basically told me he was wasting his time with me. He also quoted almost 3 times the price for a similar system
Paul J.asked
We signed our contract with Sunboost on 13/11/2020 and paid our $200 deposit. We were supposed to get the system installed before Christmas but Sunboost Reps would just ring a day before installation and cancel. We have made endless calls to them and been transferred to installers who tell you that they will be coming to install and then they don’t turn up. Then we were told that our house was too high for the installers. We complained and was told that a representative from the installers would come and have a look at our house today then install the next day. We are still waiting. I wonder if Alan Border knows how this company really operates?
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I didn’t have such issues. We had few cancellation due to rain on those dates . Who was the sales person. We had Mark. Talk to him and he will sort you issues.
Rachael
Sunboost don’t let you talk to anyone but who they want you to talk to. It would be a waste of time asking for Mark. He probably doesn’t handle my area. We are in North Brisbane.
QLDZDRasked
is there hidden extra charge for houses with 3 phase electricity?
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Sunboost T.Sunboost
Dear Customer,
We wish to inform you that there is no hidden cost for 3 phase Electricity supply, provided it is informed while quoting itself.
Regards,
Sunboost Online.
Oh well, you probably forgot to mention that, customer need to pay 300 deposit in order to secure the lowest price. Then it is wonderfully come with 10 days cooling period. customer will get REFUND with cooling period. Amid fee $150 apply. Wow easily, regardless what, sunboost gets 150 with every customer that they loop in thro “10 days cooling period”
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Category | Solar Panel Installers and Solar Retailers |
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After Sales Service | Yes |
Solar Connection Type | Grid-Connected and Hybrid |
Services Provided | Installer and Solar Product Retailer |
Clean Energy Council Recognition | None |
Solar Connection Type | Grid-Connected and Hybrid |
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Sunboost T.Sunboost
Hi Daniel,
Read moreber and we will escalate the matter further and discuss the same with the installers. We will thrive our best to render the best possible services in future. Regards, Sunboost Online.We apologize for the inconvenience caused to you whilst dealing with us. We assure you that this is not a common sunboost practise. We request you to kindly help us with your quotation num...