“We compared three installers and Smart Solar won easily”
Michelle & Tom Roberts
Cairns, QLD | 8kW Solar + Battery | Installed September 2025
Before Solar
$950/quarter
After Solar
$90/quarter
Estimated Annual Savings
$3,440 / year
Installation Photo
Their Solar Story
We did our homework before going solar. We got quotes from three different installers and compared everything — products, pricing, warranties, reviews, and communication. Smart Solar Group came out on top in every category.
The consultation process was thorough and educational. Instead of a hard sell, our consultant walked us through how solar works, what size system we needed, and the realistic savings we could expect. It felt like a genuine partnership rather than a sales pitch.
What really set them apart was the after-sales support. When we had a question about our monitoring app two weeks after installation, they had someone call us back within the hour. That kind of service is rare these days.
Our system has been performing brilliantly in the Cairns sun. We have gone from paying $950 per quarter to about $90. The battery gives us peace of mind during storm season too — we did not lose power during the last cyclone warning when our neighbours did.
We are now passionate solar advocates and tell everyone about our experience with Smart Solar Group. The investment has already started paying for itself.
System Details
System Size
8kW Solar + Battery
Panels
24x Trina Vertex S 335W
Inverter
Fronius Symo GEN24 Plus
Battery
Tesla Powerwall 2 (13.5kWh)
Roof Type
Colorbond — North-facing
Installed
September 2025
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