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4.44

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What to expect when hiring solar installers in Fitzroy

Where solar installers near Fitzroy are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.

Where solar installers near Fitzroy are based

1 solar installer is based in Fitzroy and 139 within 5 km, the most in Melbourne, South Melbourne and Southbank.

based in Fitzroy
1
within 5 km
139
within 15 km
263

Solar installers based in each suburb

  • None listed yet
  • Water

The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.

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More solar installers based here

Around Fitzroy: where solar installers are basedMap of the suburbs within about 5 km of Fitzroy where solar installers are based, from ABS 2021 boundaries, with water shown. Suburbs are shaded from light to dark teal by how many solar installers are based there; Fitzroy is outlined. A list of suburbs grouped by band follows the map.
Suburb boundaries: ABS ASGS Edition 3 (2021), CC BY 4.0

How to choose a good solar installer in Fitzroy

Fitzroy has plenty of well-reviewed solar installers to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.

Most solar installers here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical solar installer has 15 reviews. Of the 185 rated solar installers within 15 km of Fitzroy, 29 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 50 reviews.

SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.

average rating
4.44
typical reviews
15
what the best have
4.8★ · 50+

Star rating

42% of solar installers here have a perfect 5.0

Best: 4.8+

Number of reviews

Half have 15 or fewer reviews

Best: 50+ reviews

How does that compare to other suburbs?

SuburbAverage star rating
Carlton187 solar installers15 typical reviews
4.45
Carlton South187 solar installers15 typical reviews
4.45
Melbourne University186 solar installers15 typical reviews
4.45
University Of Melbourne186 solar installers15 typical reviews
4.45
Fitzroy185 solar installers15 typical reviews
4.44
Collingwood North182 solar installers14 typical reviews
4.44

What solar should cost in Fitzroy

Solar in Fitzroy usually runs $7,488 – $14,684 for residential solar installation, and $5,990 – $12,469 for residential battery installation.

What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number — it's free.

Things to consider before you book

The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a solar installer.

High Rental Area
  • Apartment Area

    Most properties in Fitzroy are apartments or units. Let your solar installer know the building layout when booking — lift access, parking restrictions, and building noise hours can affect scheduling and equipment logistics.

  • Check Your Lease Before Booking

    Over half of properties in Fitzroy are rentals. If you're a tenant, check your lease before booking solar installer work — some jobs need landlord approval. End-of-lease services are in high demand here, so book well ahead.

What's in a good Solar quote?

A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered — labour, materials, prep and clean-up — so you're comparing like for like. Check what each solar installer's quote covers before you choose.

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    Hardware brand and model

    Exact panel, inverter and battery, not vague labels.

  • 02
    STC rebate deduction

    The certificate discount shown off the gross price.

  • 03
    CEC accreditation

    The installer's Clean Energy Council number on the quote.

  • 04
    Roof layout

    A diagram showing panel positions, orientation and tilt.

  • 05
    Workmanship warranty

    In writing, five years minimum but ten is better.

  • 06
    Access extras

    Switchboard upgrades, scaffolding or tile-roof fees, named.

Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.

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Licensed trade

Solar Installer licensing in Victoria

Solar Installer work is regulated in Victoria. Requirements vary by state. Here's what to know before hiring.

What to look for

  • Valid state electrical contractor licence displayed on quotes
  • SAA (Solar Accreditation Australia) accredited installer
  • ABN with active GST registration
  • Public liability insurance ($5M minimum)
  • Clean Energy Council membership

Licence details

A Registered Electrical Contractor is required for all solar installer work. Regulated by Energy Safe Victoria. Verify a licence

Frequently asked questions

Hiring solar installers

Does apartment living affect booking solar installer work in Fitzroy?
In apartment-heavy areas like Fitzroy, your solar installer may need to work around lift access, parking restrictions, and building noise hours. Share your building details when booking so they can plan for equipment and timing.
Do I need landlord approval for solar installer work in Fitzroy?
Fitzroy has a high proportion of rental properties. If you're a tenant, check your lease before booking — structural changes and fixture replacements typically need landlord approval. For end-of-lease solar installer work, book well in advance as demand peaks at month-end and quarter-end.

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