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How to choose a good solar installer in Guildford
Ratings for solar installers in Guildford vary more than in most areas. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Here, using the star rating will help you choose a good solar installer. The average is 4.23 and the typical solar installer has 16 reviews. Of the 82 rated solar installers within 15 km of Guildford, 14 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
- 4.23
- typical reviews
- 16
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 50+
Star rating
55% of solar installers here have 4.8 or more
Number of reviews
Half have 16 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| South Guildford94 rated solar installers14 typical reviews | 4.32 | 94 | 14 |
| Kiara103 rated solar installers18 typical reviews | 4.28 | 103 | 18 |
| Eden Hill99 rated solar installers18 typical reviews | 4.26 | 99 | 18 |
| Lockridge97 rated solar installers18 typical reviews | 4.25 | 97 | 18 |
| Guildford82 rated solar installers16 typical reviews | 4.23 | 82 | 16 |
| Caversham82 rated solar installers17 typical reviews | 4.21 | 82 | 17 |
What solar costs
Across Australia, solar typically runs $7,488 – $14,684 for residential solar installation, and $5,990 – $12,469 for residential battery installation.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Guildford. 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.
Seasonal Rainfall
Guildford gets moderate rainfall, so timing matters for exterior solar installer work. Targeting the drier months gives the best run of uninterrupted days.
Cooler Months Mean Fewer Delays
Guildford has hot summers — your tradie will plan their day around the temperature, tackling heat-sensitive work early and saving prep or shade-side tasks for the hottest hours. Scheduling exterior solar installer work for the cooler months avoids most of this.
Rental-Heavy Area
A large share of Guildford properties are rentals. If you're a tenant, check whether your lease requires landlord approval before solar installer work. For end-of-lease services, book early — demand can be high.
Best time of year for exterior solar in Guildford
Ideal months: March to April and October to December.
Based on typical local rainfall, temperature and humidity.
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.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price — and it costs you nothing.
- 01Hardware brand and model
Exact panel, inverter and battery, not vague labels.
- 02STC rebate deduction
The certificate discount shown off the gross price.
- 03CEC accreditation
The installer's Clean Energy Council number on the quote.
- 04Roof layout
A diagram showing panel positions, orientation and tilt.
- 05Workmanship warranty
In writing, five years minimum but ten is better.
- 06Access 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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Do solar installers need a licence in WA?
Solar installers need a licence in WA for any job.
Connecting panels and inverters to the home is electrical work.
- Licence
- Electrical Contractor's Licence
- Categories
- Electrician's licence work (electrical installing and fitting)
- Regulator
- Building and Energy (WA Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety)
Sources: Electricity (Licensing) Regulations 1991, wa.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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