Going off-grid

Off-grid solar for Northland properties

Off-grid solar can be a practical option where a grid connection is unavailable, difficult or uneconomic. It requires more careful design than a normal grid-connected system because the property must be able to operate through changing weather and seasonal solar conditions.

Start with a detailed load assessment

We assess everyday electricity use, larger appliances, water heating, heating and cooling, pumps, workshop loads and any future EV charging. The aim is to understand both average use and peak demand before selecting generation and storage capacity.

Solar, batteries and backup

An off-grid system normally combines solar generation, battery storage, an inverter system and an appropriate backup strategy. A generator may be included where the site needs additional resilience during extended periods of poor solar generation.

Designed for the property

Roof-mounted or ground-mounted arrays may be considered depending on available space, orientation, shading, access and maintenance requirements. The proposal explains the design assumptions and the operating limitations of the proposed system.

Request an off-grid solar assessment for a Northland property.