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Let Us Power Your Remote Lifestyle with Our Off-Grid Solar Solutions

Living Beyond the Grid

Off-grid or “stand-alone” solar systems generate and store their own power without relying on traditional power grids. If you don't have access to the electrical grid, or its simply too expensive to bring in a power line,  installing an off grid solar system may be the best choice for your project. 

We've installed hundreds of off grid systems for homes, cottages, and custom projects over the past 30 years. We know what works, and what does not.

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System designed and installed by Ottawa Solar

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600 AMP HR Lithium Battery, 12kW Inverter Charger, Web-Based System Monitoring

Live Off-Grid with Confidence

Our custom off-grid solar solutions are designed for your unique needs.From your remote cabin, agricultural property, or fully off-grid home, our expertly engineered systems ensure consistent, reliable energy, anytime, anywhere.

Is Off-Grid Right for You?

Many of our clients opt for off-grid systems to power remote properties where connecting to Hydro lines is costly or impractical. With advancements in solar technology and rising Hydro rates, going off-grid is now a viable, cost-effective option for many.

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  • Off-Grid Cottage
  • Outdoor solar panel array on wooden frame in snowy landscape surrounded by trees.
  • Two people installing solar panels on scaffolding beside a house with a green roof, surrounded by trees.
  • Back view of a solar panel mounted on a pole, set near a small lake and surrounded by trees under a clear blue sky.
  • Battery storage room with multiple red batteries on metal shelves and electrical equipment mounted on a wooden wall.
  • Solar panels in a snowy landscape with a forest background and blue sky.
  • A Victron Energy MultiPlus-II inverter charger installation with other electrical components and a battery on a wooden floor.
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“Mike at Ottawa Solar Power has been instrumental in keeping our off grid cottage powered for 15 years. This past year, Mike has just completed a major solar upgrade for us. I can’t say enough about his knowledge, quality and dependability of solar power. Trustworthy and highly recommended!

- Jeff Moustgaard

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Off-Grid Solar FAQ

  • An off-grid or stand-alone solar system is a power system that operates independently from the electrical grid (often referred to as “Hydro” in Canada). These systems generate electricity using solar panels, store energy in batteries, and convert it to usable AC power for your home.

  • How does an Off-Grid Solar System work?

    1. Solar panels collect energy from the sun.

    2. The energy is converted into DC electricity and sent to a charge controller.

    3. Batteries store the electricity for later use.

    4. When power is needed, inverters convert the stored DC electricity into AC power (110 volts, 60 Hz), supplying electricity to your home’s appliances.

    For a visual explanation, check out our YouTube video [click here].

  • If your location lacks access to traditional grid power or the cost of connecting to the grid is too high, an off-grid solar system may be the right solution. However, living off-grid comes with certain considerations:

    1. Appliance Limitations – Standard electric water heaters, stoves/ovens, and clothes dryers consume too much power for an off-grid system. These appliances must be propane-powered.

    2. Seasonal Challenges – Fall and winter often bring extended cloudy periods. A backup generator is essential, as you may need to rely on it from November to mid-January when sunshine is scarce.

    3. Heating Requirements – Heat pumps are not viable due to their high energy consumption. Off-grid homes typically use propane or wood heating.

    4. Solar Panel Placement – Roof-mounted panels can become buried in snow during winter. A ground-mounted system ensures year-round efficiency.

  • Off-grid solar is ideal for:

    • Cottages, cabins, barns, and remote homes that have never been connected to Hydro.

    • Property owners looking to avoid the high cost of installing Hydro poles and connection fees.

    • People seeking energy independence and protection from rising electricity costs.

    Most of our off-grid clients choose solar because extending Hydro lines to their property is too expensive or not feasible.

  • Most homeowners with existing Hydro connections stay on the grid due to cost considerations. However, as electricity prices rise and solar technology becomes more affordable, more people are considering making the switch.

  • Every off-grid system is custom designed based on:

    • Your expected energy consumption.

    • The best location for maximum solar exposure.

    • Aesthetic considerations to fit your property.

  • Yes, but your system must be properly sized to meet your electricity needs year-round. We design systems based on your energy usage, seasonal sunlight, and battery storage capacity.

  • We perform an extensive load analysis of your home to determine how much power you will be using on a daily basis. Then we Match the load with a proper battery design.

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