Hobart is a small solar market dominated by established local firms, which makes choosing easier in one way (fewer cowboys) and harder in another (less price competition than Sydney or Brisbane). This guide is for Hobart and southern Tasmanian households comparing quotes for solar, batteries or hot water. We reviewed six installers that verifiably service the Hobart area (I Want Energy, Maximum Solar, Expert Electrical Tasmania, Solahart Hobart, Tasmanian Energy Company and Affordable Solar Tasmania), assessed on years operating, accreditation, brands, warranties, pricing signals and recurring review themes. Everything here is independent desk research using company websites, accreditation records and public review platforms; we did not contact these companies, request quotes or accept payment for inclusion. By the end you will know who to call first, the trade-offs, and what to check before signing. For the statewide picture, see our Tasmania top 10.
Quick winners
- Best Overall: I Want Energy. Two decades in Hobart, 7,000+ claimed installs, strong review record.
- Best for Australian-Made Panels: Maximum Solar. Tindo specialist with a 10-year workmanship warranty.
- Best for Batteries and Off-Grid: Expert Electrical Tasmania. Tesla, Sonnen and BYD storage plus off-grid design.
- Best for Solar Hot Water: Solahart Hobart. Dealer since 2007, pairs PV with hot water and heat pumps.
- Best Value: Tasmanian Energy Company. 10-year workmanship warranty with reviews mentioning reasonable quotes.
- Best Small Local Installer: Affordable Solar Tasmania. Owner-designed Fronius systems, small in-house crew.
Comparison at a glance
| Company | Best for | Years operating | Panel brands | Battery options | Workmanship warranty | Rating (July 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I Want Energy | Overall | Since 2005 (ABN 2008) | Tindo, REC, Aiko | Tesla, Sungrow, Sigenergy | Not published | 4.8 (183 SolarQuotes) |
| Maximum Solar | Australian-made panels | Founding year not published | Tindo, Trina | Tesla Powerwall | 10 years | 5.0 (~185 Google) |
| Expert Electrical Tasmania | Batteries, off-grid | Since ~2016 | Phono Solar | Tesla, Sonnen, BYD | Not published | 4.9 (~110 Birdeye) |
| Solahart Hobart | Solar hot water | Dealer since 2007 | Solahart Silhouette | Tesla, GoodWe, SolarEdge | Not published | 4.6 (35 SolarQuotes) |
| Tasmanian Energy Company | Value | Since ~2019 | Varies, not published | Offered, brands not published | 10 years | 4.6 (103 SolarQuotes) |
| Affordable Solar Tasmania | Small local installer | Not published | Not published | Fronius Reserva | Not published | Limited public reviews |
Best Overall: I Want Energy
I Want Energy is the safest first call for most Hobart households. It is a Tasmanian-owned firm in Moonah, founded in 2005 per its SolarQuotes profile, with an ABN registered since 2008 and a company claim of 7,000+ installations. As of July 2026 it holds 4.8 stars from 183 SolarQuotes reviews with none below three stars, rare at this volume.
Pros
- Around two decades of continuous Tasmanian operation
- Near-flawless review distribution at high volume
- New Energy Tech Approved Seller with a quality brand list
- Reviews consistently praise tidy workmanship and handling of connection paperwork
Cons
- Workmanship warranty length is not published on its website, so confirm it in writing at quote stage
- Reviews note communication delays in high-demand periods, particularly the battery rebate rush after July 2025
- Premium-leaning brand list means quotes will rarely be the cheapest in town
Enquire at iwantenergy.com.au, or browse all Hobart installers in our directory.
Key facts. Operating since the mid-2000s from Moonah, servicing Hobart and surrounds from Sandy Bay to Geeveston. New Energy Tech Approved Seller (NETCC), Tasmanian electrical contractor licence, Fronius and Sungrow partner.
Why we selected them. Longevity, volume and review quality is the strongest combination in this market.
Products and brands. Tindo, REC and Aiko panels; Fronius, Sungrow and Sigenergy inverters; Tesla Powerwall 3, Sungrow and Sigenergy batteries; also EV chargers and commercial work.
Installation quality and reputation. Reviews reference a consistent installation team, though the company does not state whether all work is in-house. Recurring praise: punctual crews, neat roof work, honest sizing advice.
Pricing and value. Not published. Given the brand list, expect quotes in the mid to upper part of Hobart’s typical $5,500 to $8,000 band for a quality 6.6kW system after STCs.
Warranty and after-sales. Manufacturer warranties are strong (Tindo panels carry 25-year warranties), but the company does not publish its workmanship warranty term. Post-install support is generally praised, with isolated reports of slow fixes on metering and monitoring.
Best for / look elsewhere. Best for households wanting a proven, low-risk installer and willing to pay a little more. Look elsewhere for the lowest price or an upfront written 10-year workmanship warranty.
Best for Australian-Made Panels: Maximum Solar
Maximum Solar is a locally owned firm with offices in Hobart and Launceston, run by Tasmanian founders Patrick Bass and Antonio Macri. Its focus on Tindo Solar, Australia’s only local panel manufacturer, is unusual (it claims to be the country’s top Tindo installer), and it backs work with a 10-year workmanship warranty.
Pros
- 10-year workmanship warranty, clearly published
- Tindo specialisation suits buyers who want Australian-made panels with a 25-year warranty
- 5.0 stars from roughly 185 Google reviews as of July 2026
- Consultations by Solar Accreditation Australia certified installers, per the company
Cons
- Narrow equipment menu (mainly Tindo and Trina panels), so you cannot comparison-shop brands within one quote
- Tindo panels cost more than mainstream imports of similar output, stretching Hobart’s already longer payback
- Founding year is not published; the “13 years of experience” claim is the founders’ combined industry experience, not company age
Enquire at maximumsolar.com.au, or browse all Hobart installers in our directory.
Key facts. Offices in Hobart and Launceston, installs statewide. Clean Energy Council approved, Smart Energy Council member, Tesla Powerwall certified installer. Marine-grade racking is standard.
Why we selected them. A published 10-year workmanship warranty, a perfect review score at meaningful volume and a specialisation you cannot get elsewhere in Hobart.
Products and brands. Tindo and Trina panels; Sungrow, Fronius and SMA inverters; Tesla Powerwall batteries; $0 upfront finance advertised.
Installation quality and reputation. Reviews and company material point to in-house crews, with customers repeatedly naming individual installers, a sign of a stable team rather than rotating subcontractors.
Pricing and value. Not published. Expect a premium over baseline quotes because of the Tindo focus; the value case is panel longevity and local manufacturing support, not lowest cost per watt.
Warranty and after-sales. 10-year workmanship plus 25-year Tindo product warranty is the strongest paper protection in this list, though the company’s track record is shorter than I Want Energy’s.
Best for / look elsewhere. Best for buyers who want Australian-made panels and a long written workmanship warranty. Look elsewhere to compare several panel brands in one conversation or chase the lowest quote.
Best for Batteries and Off-Grid: Expert Electrical Tasmania
Expert Electrical Tasmania (also trading as Expert Energy) is a solar and electrical business in the Hobart area, operating since around 2016. It has the deepest storage bench in this list, spanning Tesla Powerwall, Sonnen and BYD, and designs custom off-grid systems for properties beyond easy TasNetworks connections.
Pros
- Broadest verified battery range in Hobart: Tesla Powerwall, Sonnen, BYD
- Custom off-grid design capability, plus SMA Power Plus Partner status
- Strong ratings on two platforms (about 4.9 from 110 Birdeye reviews, 4.8 from 96 SolarQuotes reviews as of July 2026)
- Electrical contracting background suits switchboard and wiring upgrades in older Hobart homes
Cons
- Clearly premium pricing: its indicative SolarQuotes price for a 6.6kW system is around $10,000, well above Hobart’s typical band
- A minority of reviews raise design and communication issues on complex jobs
- Workmanship warranty term is not published, so confirm it in writing
Enquire at expertelectricaltas.com.au, or browse all Hobart installers in our directory.
Key facts. Based in the Hobart area (Derwent Park, with a New Norfolk presence in review profiles). Residential, commercial and off-grid work. Exclusive Tasmanian supplier of Phono Solar Diamond Dual Glass panels, per the company. Operating since around 2016.
Why we selected them. Since the Cheaper Home Batteries Program began in July 2025, battery competence has become a primary selection criterion, and no other Hobart installer we reviewed offers this storage breadth. See our battery rebate guide.
Products and brands. Phono Solar panels; SMA inverters; Tesla Powerwall, Sonnen and BYD batteries; Daikin and Mitsubishi heat pump partnerships; off-grid systems.
Installation quality and reputation. An established electrical contractor first, which reviewers credit for clean integration work. Occasional complaints concern design choices and slow communication, not workmanship.
Pricing and value. The most expensive installer in this list on published signals. Worth it for complex battery, backup or off-grid projects; hard to justify for a simple 6.6kW grid-tie job.
Warranty and after-sales. Manufacturer warranties are strong across its battery range, but the unpublished workmanship warranty term is a genuine gap at this price.
Best for / look elsewhere. Best for battery-first buyers, backup power and off-grid properties. Look elsewhere for a budget panels-only system.
Best for Solar Hot Water: Solahart Hobart
Solahart Hobart, based in Moonah, has been the local Solahart dealer since 2007 and is the obvious choice when solar hot water or a whole-of-home energy plan is part of the brief. Hot water is a big slice of a Tasmanian power bill, so pairing PV with a heat pump or solar hot water often beats adding more panels.
Pros
- Nearly two decades as a local dealer, backed by a national brand trading since 1953
- One-stop shop: PV, batteries, solar hot water, heat pumps and EV chargers
- New Energy Tech Approved Seller under the New Energy Tech Consumer Code
- Quality electronics options: SolarEdge, Enphase and GoodWe
Cons
- Panel choice is largely limited to Solahart-branded Silhouette panels, so you cannot pick from mainstream panel brands
- Small public review base for its PV work (4.6 stars from 35 SolarQuotes reviews as of July 2026), thinner evidence than rivals with 100+
- Franchise structure means product decisions and some warranty processes run through the national Solahart organisation rather than the local team
Enquire at solaharthobart.com.au, or browse all Hobart installers in our directory.
Key facts. Moonah based, servicing southern Tasmania from Brighton and Glenorchy to the Huon Valley, Sorell and the Tasman Peninsula. Dealer since 2007. NETCC approved seller.
Why we selected them. No other reviewed installer integrates hot water, heat pumps and PV this tightly, a combination that often beats PV alone per dollar in Hobart’s climate.
Products and brands. Solahart Silhouette 440W bifacial panels (30-year warranty, per the company); SolarEdge, Enphase and GoodWe inverters; Tesla Powerwall, SolarEdge Energy Bank and GoodWe batteries; Solahart hot water and PowerStore; Zip finance advertised.
Installation quality and reputation. The company describes installers as fully qualified but does not state whether crews are in-house or subcontracted. Reviews praise service and follow-up; the sample is small.
Pricing and value. Not published. Franchise-brand equipment typically prices above equivalent hardware; the value case is the bundled whole-of-home approach and long product warranties.
Warranty and after-sales. Long product warranties through a national brand unlikely to disappear, a real consideration given how many solar retailers have folded. Workmanship warranty term is not published.
Best for / look elsewhere. Best for households replacing hot water and adding solar in one project. Look elsewhere for mainstream panel brands or a larger body of PV-specific reviews.
Best Value: Tasmanian Energy Company
Tasmanian Energy Company is a Tasmanian-owned installer operating statewide since around 2019. It publishes a 10-year workmanship warranty, and its review history repeatedly mentions reasonable quotes, fast installs and good communication.
Pros
- Published 10-year workmanship warranty, matching the strongest in this list
- Review themes consistently mention reasonable pricing and efficient installation
- Solid review volume for a younger firm: 4.6 stars from 103 SolarQuotes reviews as of July 2026
Cons
- Youngest company in this list (roughly seven years trading), so its 10-year warranty is longer than its own track record
- Equipment brand line-up is not clearly published, so nail down exact models before comparing
- 4.6 rating sits below the top picks here, with some reviews noting scheduling slips on regional jobs
Enquire at tectas.com.au, or browse all Hobart installers in our directory.
Key facts. Tasmanian owned and operated, installing statewide including Hobart since around 2019. Publishes a 10-year workmanship warranty, inverter warranties of 10+ years and panel warranties of 25+ years depending on product.
Why we selected them. The value play with a safety net: competitive quoting plus a written decade-long workmanship warranty, a pairing budget installers rarely offer.
Products and brands. Warranties are stated by category rather than a fixed brand list. Treat the quoted hardware as the deciding factor, compared with our quote comparison guide.
Installation quality and reputation. Reviews describe fast, tidy installs and responsive sales staff. The statewide model means crews travel, which is where the occasional scheduling complaint appears.
Pricing and value. Review patterns place its quotes at the sharper end of the Hobart market, a strong benchmark to hold others against.
Warranty and after-sales. The published 10-year workmanship warranty is the headline. The counterweight is company youth: a warranty is only as good as the company’s survival.
Best for / look elsewhere. Best for price-conscious buyers who still want a real written warranty. Look elsewhere for a 15-year-plus company history or a locked-in premium brand list.
Best Small Local Installer: Affordable Solar Tasmania
Affordable Solar Tasmania is a small Glenorchy operation where the owner, Rick, designs systems personally and a named in-house crew installs them. It specialises in the Fronius ecosystem plus Sanden heat pump hot water, and suits people who want one accountable person from design to install, not a sales pipeline.
Pros
- Owner-designed systems with a small in-house crew, no call-centre layer
- Deep Fronius specialisation; Fronius inverters have a strong reliability reputation
- Sanden heat pumps with up to 10-year heat pump and 15-year cylinder warranties, per the company
- Customised designs rather than fixed packages, useful on Hobart’s shaded, multi-pitch roofs
Cons
- Panel brands, workmanship warranty term and accreditation details are not published on its website, so verify everything in writing
- Very small team means limited capacity; expect longer lead times in busy periods
- Single-ecosystem focus: not the installer for Tesla, Sungrow or Enphase hardware
- Thin public review footprint compared with rivals, so due diligence rests on direct references
Enquire at affordablesolartasmania.com.au, or browse all Hobart installers in our directory.
Key facts. Based in Glenorchy, servicing Hobart and surrounds for homes and businesses. Years operating not published. Fronius and Sanden focus.
Why we selected them. Small owner-operator firms install much of Hobart’s solar, and this is a verifiable example with named staff, a physical base and a coherent specialisation rather than a lead-generation front.
Products and brands. Fronius inverters, Reserva batteries and Wattpilot EV chargers; Sanden heat pump hot water. Panel brands not published; ask what is quoted and why.
Installation quality and reputation. In-house crew, which removes the subcontracting risk common with interstate volume retailers. The trade-off is a limited public review record to confirm consistency.
Pricing and value. Not published. Small operators often price keenly because overheads are low, but Fronius is premium hardware. Get the quote itemised.
Warranty and after-sales. Manufacturer warranties are solid (Fronius, Sanden). The unpublished workmanship warranty is the main gap; get the term in writing before paying a deposit.
Best for / look elsewhere. Best for buyers who value direct owner accountability and want Fronius hardware. Look elsewhere for brand choice, published warranty terms or a big-company paper trail.
How we reviewed
We shortlisted Hobart installers from accreditation directories, review platforms (SolarQuotes, ProductReview, Google, Birdeye) and local search, keeping only companies whose own websites confirm they install in the Hobart area. Each was assessed on reputation and years operating, equipment quality, installation model where discoverable, pricing signals, warranty terms, and customer service and after-sales themes across reviews. Ratings and review counts are approximate as of July 2026. Where a fact was not published or verifiable, we say so rather than guessing. We did not request quotes, contact the companies, or accept payment from any installer for inclusion or position.
Choosing a solar company in Hobart
Be honest about the payback maths. Hobart has the lowest solar irradiance of any Australian capital, and Tasmania sits in the lowest STC zone (zone 4), so the federal rebate covers less of the cost than in Brisbane or Perth. A quality 6.6kW system typically costs $5,500 to $8,000 installed after STCs, and payback commonly runs 6 to 8 years rather than the mainland’s 3 to 5. Solar still stacks up because Tasmanian households use a lot of power for heating, and Aurora Energy’s regulated feed-in tariff (minimum 9.276 cents per kWh from 1 July 2026, set by the Tasmanian Economic Regulator) beats typical mainland offers. Treat a promised 3-year Hobart payback as a red flag. Our STC rebate guide covers zone 4.
Check accreditation properly. Installer accreditation moved from the Clean Energy Council to Solar Accreditation Australia in 2024, so check the person signing off your job holds SAA accreditation, and prefer retailers approved under the New Energy Tech Consumer Code. Tasmania has no state solar rebate and its Energy Saver Loan Scheme has ended. The federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program (since July 2025) does apply, cutting installed battery costs by roughly 30 per cent.
Ask who is on the roof. Most reputable Hobart firms use in-house crews. Ask whether your install is done by employees or subcontractors, and who handles warranty callbacks.
TasNetworks and your meter. Your installer should handle the TasNetworks connection application and any export limit assessment before installation, plus Aurora Energy metering changes. Confirm in writing these are included in the price.
Warranties, in writing. You want three numbers: panel product warranty (25 years is standard), inverter warranty (10 years is a fair bar) and the installer’s workmanship warranty. Several Hobart installers do not publish workmanship terms, so make it a written condition of the quote. More in our installer selection guide.
Timing. Demand peaks in spring and summer. Winter quotes often mean shorter lead times and more design attention.
FAQ
How much does a 6.6kW solar system cost in Hobart? Roughly $5,500 to $8,000 installed after the federal STC rebate for quality hardware from an established local firm. Quotes near $4,000 usually signal entry-level hardware or subcontracted volume installs; quotes near $10,000 should include clearly premium equipment.
Is solar worth it in Hobart given the weaker sun? Yes, with honest numbers. Expect 6 to 8 year payback, not mainland timelines. Heavy heating usage and Aurora’s 9.276c/kWh minimum feed-in tariff do a lot of the work. Size to daytime usage rather than chasing export income.
How many quotes should I get? Three, ideally spanning a premium installer, a value installer and a specialist matching your priority. Compare them line by line with our quote comparison guide.
Which warranties actually matter? Workmanship first, because roof leaks and wiring faults are installer problems. Then inverter warranty (the component most likely to fail inside 15 years), then panel product warranty. Headline “performance warranties” are nearly impossible to claim on.
Are cheap installers safe? They can be, but verify SAA accreditation for the installing electrician, a NETCC-approved retailer, a written workmanship warranty and local references. Interstate operators flying crews in for a blitz carry the highest warranty callback risk.
What happens if my installer goes bust? Manufacturer warranties survive if registered, but the workmanship warranty usually dies with the company. This is why company age matters and why a 10-year warranty from a young company deserves scrutiny.
Should I add a battery now or later? The Cheaper Home Batteries Program makes now more attractive, and Tasmania’s evening heating loads suit storage. But batteries stretch payback, so if budget is tight, fit a battery-ready hybrid inverter now and add storage later. See our battery rebate guide.
How big a deposit is normal? Around 10 per cent. Treat requests for 50 per cent or more upfront as a warning sign, especially from companies without a long local history.
What are red flags in a Hobart solar quote? Mainland-style payback promises, same-day signing pressure, no itemised hardware models, no written workmanship warranty term, references to the ended Energy Saver Loan Scheme, and vague answers about who installs.
About this review
Written by the Solar Cobber editorial team. Last updated July 2026. Sources: company websites, SolarQuotes, ProductReview, Google and Birdeye listings, the Tasmanian Economic Regulator’s feed-in tariff determination, Solar Accreditation Australia and New Energy Tech Consumer Code records. Solar Cobber is a free directory that may earn referral or advertising fees from installers listed on the site. Commercial relationships never influence rankings or awards, and no company paid for or was contacted about inclusion. Confirm current pricing, warranties and accreditation directly with installers before signing. Browse all installers in our directory or see the Tasmania top 10.