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Off-Grid Solar Power Systems Ballarat region
Self-sufficient, or just after more reliable power? Our local team has designed and installed well over 40 off-grid power systems around Ballarat since 2014.
Expert local knowledge, friendly service and the best quality components, in a system built to last for many years.
Ballarat region
Reliable power, locally designed
Off-Grid Energy Australia are Ballarat’s experts for off-grid solar power systems. If you’re looking to be self-sufficient or just want more reliable power, we can help. You’ll get our expert local knowledge, friendly customer service, the best quality components and a reliable off-grid power system that lasts for many years.
All power systems, whether for a small home or a large farm, come with remote monitoring capabilities, are individually designed to your load profile and are pre-built and tested in-house.
- 4 - 100+ kWh Systems
- Single and 3 Phase
- Off-Grid Independence
- More Reliable Than The Grid
- Homes, Farms, Businesses
- Scalable As Your Needs Change
- Expertly Designed To Your Needs
- Highest Quality Workmanship
- Cutting-Edge Technology
- Over 20 Years Experience
- Sustainable Business Practices
- Post Install Support
- Local References On Request
Local installs
Off-grid systems around Ballarat
A few of the off-grid power systems we’ve installed across the region, and a map of where they are.
GrenvilleSolar panels for an off-grid solar system 
MetcalfeSolar panels for an off-grid system 
InvermayOff-grid system with Tesla Powerwall 2 
Durham LeadOff-grid solar system install 
Mt BoltonOff-grid solar system install 
BallanBatteries and inverter for an off-grid system 
BeaufortOff-grid solar system installation 
ScotsburnShed-mounted off-grid solar power system 
ScotsburnBattery bank for an off-grid power system 
BeaufortSolar array for an off-grid power system 
BeaufortBattery bank and inverter for an off-grid solar system 
Where we’ve installedMap of off-grid solar power systems we’ve installed around Ballarat
System sizes
Off-Grid system sizes
Many of the off-grid solar systems we supply and install around Ballarat have a 10 to 15kW solar array, which is ideal for a “standard” size dwelling using 15 to 30kWh per day.
We also supply and install systems for smaller needs like a workshop, as well as much larger needs like farms and businesses.
Off-Grid
4 - 9kWh
Shed Power System
Man Cave, Live-In Shed, Workshop, Tiny Home
Off-Grid
10 - 19 kWh
Essential Power System
Holiday Homes, Efficient Dwellings, Weekends
Off-Grid
50+ kWh
Comprehensive Power System
Large Homes and Properties, Accommodation, Communities
Off-Grid
20-49 kWh
Complete Power System
Homes, Farms, Station: Small Businesses
Find your system
How much energy does your property use?
Move the slider to your average daily energy use, type it in, or work it out from your power bill. We'll show the Off-Grid Energy system that usually fits.
Average daily energy use
Typical family home energy usage
Work it out from my power bill
Enter your bill total to see your daily use.
Rates vary between retailers and states. Both figures are on your bill, usually labelled "usage" or "peak" (c/kWh) and "supply charge" ($/day). The defaults are rough Australian averages, so swap in your own for a closer answer.
20-49 kWh
Complete Power System
Homes, farms, stations, small businesses
Suits properties using around 20-49 kWh a day.
This selector is an indicative guide based on average daily energy use. Final off-grid system sizing should consider your full load profile, peak demand, location, seasonal conditions and required autonomy.
Local knowledge
Your Ballarat specialists
Off-Grid Energy Australia, established in 2011, is a national company that employs local people with extensive technical experience.
For the Ballarat region, Aaron Lewtas and Rory Tonkin are your specialists. Collectively they’ve been working in the solar and off-grid industry for 24 years and have personally overseen the installation of well over 40 off-grid power systems around Ballarat since 2014.
Aaron or Rory can help you to work out your specific requirements for an off-grid system and will put together a comprehensive quote and plan that meets your needs. They can also provide references to people in your local area who have purchased a system from us.
Aaron Lewtas
Ballarat Region Specialist
Rory Tonkin
Ballarat Region Specialist
Why choose Off-Grid energy
The Off-Grid energy advantages
Off-Grid Energy Experience
Installing battery storage isn't as simple as installing plain solar. Our head technician has been designing off-grid systems since 2002, and our core team has been working with battery systems since 2006.
Quality Components
Installing a solar battery storage system is a long-term investment you rely on every day. With varying quality standards, we never compromise, sourcing only the best components for trouble-free performance.
Expert Design
Inferior off-grid systems can deliver unreliable power and short system life due to poor sizing, mismatched equipment, and unsafe installation. Our experts help avoid these issues.
Happy Customers
We have hundreds of happy battery storage customers across Australia. When you ask us for a customer reference, we can provide someone with an off-grid system just like yours.
A Bright Future
We provide off-grid power system installations across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific, supported by our nationwide network from South Australia.
Integrity
We understand the responsibility of providing reliable power, and being available 24/7 to troubleshoot. We value honesty and integrity in our staff, and always strive to exceed expectations.
Endorsed, Certified & Awarded
Our work is recognised by leading industry bodies and accreditation schemes, giving you confidence that your system is installed to the highest Australian standards.
Installing battery storage isn't as simple as installing plain solar. Our head technician has been designing off-grid systems since 2002, and our core team has been working with battery systems since 2006.
Installing a solar battery storage system is a long-term investment you rely on every day. With varying quality standards, we never compromise, sourcing only the best components for trouble-free performance.
Inferior off-grid systems can deliver unreliable power and short system life due to poor sizing, mismatched equipment, and unsafe installation. Our experts help avoid these issues.
We have hundreds of happy battery storage customers across Australia. When you ask us for a customer reference, we can provide someone with an off-grid system just like yours.
We provide off-grid power system installations across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific, supported by our nationwide network from South Australia.
We understand the responsibility of providing reliable power, and being available 24/7 to troubleshoot. We value honesty and integrity in our staff, and always strive to exceed expectations.
Our work is recognised by leading industry bodies and accreditation schemes, giving you confidence that your system is installed to the highest Australian standards.
