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One thing customers are never told when getting a quote for off-grid solar?
What they can do to lower the cost. We believe this is a massive disservice to a customer.
Why are Off-Grid Quotes so High?
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How to choose a backup generator
A generator is a key part of any off grid setup. If you run into a set of rainy days with no solar generation or you just use too much power, you'll need something to use as a backup.
What is Solar Pumping?
Solar water pumps are usually to replace on-demand pumps such as petrol or mains pumps - saving on bills and time.
How to Look After Off Grid Solar Batteries
Batteries are a key component in all our off grid solar kits. They are also your biggest investment, so it is very important to look after them to maximise their lifespan!
5 Things to Consider before Living Off Grid in NZ
Dreaming about escaping the rat race and living off the land? Here are five things to consider before making your big move towards living off grid in NZ.
10 Things to do to Prepare to Live Off the Grid
In this article, we will cover 10 important things to think about so you know how to prepare to live off the grid.
What are Peak Sun Hours?
What does '3 peak sun hours' mean? And how do you understand it in a way that helps you choose the right kit? Here’s a full explanation!
How to Read Gel Battery Voltage
A common mistake new solar users will make with our kits is reading your Gel battery charge using the bars or percentage on screen, and misinterpreting charging voltage vs resting.
How to get the most out of your solar kit
An off grid solar kit is a significant investment, and with some careful planning and attention, you can maximise its output and longevity.
10 Things to be aware of when buying bare land for off grid living
If you’re just starting the process of buying bare land in NZ, and you’ve not done it before, there’s a lot to think about! It’s important to do your due diligence when buying land, so to make thin...
Top Tips from Off-Gridders
Our Facebook group, GridFree NZ, is full of off-gridders with plenty of knowledge about all the different areas of off-gridding, so we pulled together some of their advice to help you on your journey!
How to Prepare for Living Off-Grid in Winter
Getting ready for your first winter off-grid? It can be a bit daunting heading into it, so in this article we list some recommended tasks to complete before winter really sets in.
Generators for Beginners - Basics + What to Buy
Are you going off grid, have never used a generator, and have no idea what to expect? Here’s a rundown of some generator basics to help you get a feel for what to buy and how you’ll use it.
More Off Grid Resources
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