How we compare
The Solar Broker vs comparison sites vs lead generation companies.
A side-by-side look at what actually happens after you enquire, so you can see why "independent" only means something when the whole model backs it up.
The difference in one sentence
The Solar Broker
Independent advice first. Installation second.
Comparison websites
Sell your enquiry to installers.
Lead generation companies
Generate appointments for sales companies.
Full comparison, feature by feature.
Every row is something a homeowner actually asks us about. On narrower screens scroll the table sideways to see all three columns.
| Feature | The Solar Broker | Comparison Websites | Lead Generation Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truly independent advice | |||
| Visits your home in person | Sometimes | ||
| Drone roof survey | |||
| Roof measurements taken accurately | Sometimes | ||
| Checks shading, chimneys & Velux windows | Sometimes | ||
| Designs the right system | Sales-led | ||
| Compares multiple installers | Limited | ||
| Installer quality assessed | |||
| Fixed commission regardless of installer | |||
| No incentive to upsell | |||
| No high-pressure sales | |||
| Advice before quotation | |||
| Independent suitability report | |||
| Checks if solar is worthwhile | |||
| Battery sizing | Sometimes | ||
| EV charging advice | Sometimes | ||
| Emergency Power Supply advice | Rarely | ||
| Export tariff advice | Sometimes | ||
| Finance guidance | Limited | Own finance | |
| Accreditations checked | Rarely | ||
| Customer chooses installer | Limited | ||
| No obligation | Often pressured | ||
| Local knowledge | Sometimes | ||
| Dedicated consultant | Salesperson | ||
| Evidence-based recommendations | |||
| Written installer comparison | |||
| Whole-of-market approach | |||
| Ongoing support | Usually ends |
What customers receive
Everything included, from first call to switch-on.
One consultant, one honest process, and a written recommendation you can actually hold the installer to.
- Independent consultation
- Home survey
- Drone inspection
- Solar suitability assessment
- System design
- Installer comparison
- Quality scoring
- Fixed-fee impartial advice
- Choice without pressure
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