Off The Grid
Off The Grid is a podcast by Source Energy Group that helps Australian homeowners reduce living costs and eliminate power bills. Hosted by Jason Cooke and Cam Fitch, it offers honest advice on solar rebates, battery storage, and choosing the right installation. The podcast aims to guide listeners toward energy independence with custom solar and battery systems.
Episodes
#030 - Is Your Roof Right For Solar & Battery Installation?
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://go.sourceenergygroup.com.au/In this new episode, Jason and Cam are joined by Tim to break down what makes a roof suitable for solar and battery, the hidden issues homeowners often miss, and why a proper site inspection can prevent costly mistakes down the track.◼️ How roof type, condition and usable space affect system design ◼️ The importance of roof directi
#029 - How We Slashed His Power Bills From $300 Per Month To $40 In Credit
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://go.sourceenergygroup.com.au/In this new episode, Jason and Cam are joined by Tim and valued Source Energy customer Angus to break down how a household with 20kW of solar went from paying around $300 per month to being in credit after adding a properly designed battery system and optimising their energy setup.◼️ How Angus turned a $300 monthly bill into credit
#028 - Are GoodWe Batteries All They’re Cracked Up To Be?
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://go.sourceenergygroup.com.au/In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Tim to break down whether the GoodWe ESA battery really deserves its reputation as one of the best battery systems in Australia, and how it compares to other leading brands on the market.◼️ What Makes The GoodWe ESA Different From Other Batteries◼️ GoodWe vs SIG, SunGrow And Other Le
#027 - Coastal Solar & Batteries Aren’t The Same. Here's Why.
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep27In this new episode, Jason and Cam break down why solar and battery systems installed near the coast require a completely different approach to homes further inland. From corrosion ratings and salt exposure to battery placement and maintenance, they explain what homeowners need to know before installing solar near the wate
#026 - How We Slashed Their Power Bills From From $200 to $23
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep26In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Jennifer from Nabiac, NSW, to break down how adding a battery to her existing solar system reduced her monthly power bill from over $200 to just $23, while eliminating almost all grid usage.◼️ Why her existing solar system wasn’t delivering the savings she expected◼️ How a b
#025 - Is It Worth It To Buy Your Battery & Solar Using Your Offset Account
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep25In this new episode, Jason and Cam are joined by Zac from AT Finance and Tim to break down whether using money from your offset account is the smartest way to purchase a solar and battery system, or if another finance structure could deliver a better outcome.◼️ Offset Accounts vs Solar Finance Options◼️ How Solar and Batte
#024 - Exactly What’s Wrong With The Solar Industry And Why We’re Fixing It
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep24In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Luke and Tim to break down the real problems inside the solar and battery industry, from bottom‑dollar sales companies to rushed installs, poor support and homeowners left stranded when something goes wrong.◼️ Why sales‑only companies keep burning good homeowners◼️ How botto
#023 - Ranking Every Solar Battery Brand in 2026
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep23In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Luke and Tim to rank the major solar battery brands in Australia for 2026, comparing real‑world performance, support, mounting design and long‑term reliability.◼️ The top battery brands worth considering in 2026◼️ Which systems offer the strongest backup and support◼️ The br
#022 - I Wish Everyone Knew THIS About Their Electricity Bill
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep22In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Luke and Tim to break down the major battery brands in Australia and how they stack up in 2026, from performance and safety to support and long‑term reliability.◼️ The brands leading the market in 2026◼️ Which batteries offer the strongest cycle life and warranties◼️ How ins
#021 - How We Reduced His Power Bills From $1,500 to $20
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep21In this new episode, Jason and Luke sit down with Ashley Baxter from Townsville to share how his family cut quarterly power bills from $1,500 down to around $20 with a properly sized solar and battery system.◼️ Life before solar and battery in a high‑usage household◼️ How a 49kWh battery changed daily routines and bills◼️
#020 - How Long Does Your Solar and Battery Really Last?
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep20In this new episode, Jason and Cam explain why a 10‑year battery warranty doesn’t tell the full story and what really determines how long your system lasts.◼️ What a 6000 cycle warranty actually means◼️ How daily usage changes battery lifespan◼️ Why installation location impacts performanceTimestamps:00:00:00 Introduction0
#019 - How He Reduced His Power Bills From $600 to $50
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep19In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Bob to break down how adding a 16.6kWh battery to his existing 8.6kW solar system cut his grid use to almost nothing and dropped his quarterly bill from $600 to around $50.You'll hear:◼️ Why his old solar setup wasn’t enough◼️ How the 16.6kWh battery changed his grid usage◼️
#018 - Answering Every Single Solar Question You Have In 24 Minutes
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep18In this episode, Jason, Cam and Delphi rapid‑fire through the most common solar questions homeowners ask, breaking down panel sizing, battery choices and why proper design matters for every household.This episode covers:◼️ Understanding real household usage◼️ Sizing panels and batteries correctly◼️ Charging speeds and inve
#017 - Watch Us Live Fix This Electricity Bill In 26 Minutes
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep17In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with a real household power bill and break it down line by line, showing exactly where the money goes and how a properly designed solar‑and‑battery setup changes the numbers.This episode covers:◼️ Breaking down a real household bill◼️ Understanding daily supply charges◼️ Reading
#016 - 5 Worst Solar System Design Mistakes Homeowners Make
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep16Bad solar design can cost you more than having no system at all. In this episode, Jason, Cam and Delphi break down the five most common design mistakes, how they happen, and what to check before anyone installs a system on your roof.◼️ 5 Worst Design Mistakes◼️ How To Avoid Bad Solar Installs◼️ Full Home Backup ExplainedTi
#015 - $10k Vs $20k Vs $30k Solar Quotes (Which Is better?)
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep15In this episode, Jason, Cam and Delphi break down why three solar quotes for the same home can vary wildly in price. They explain what you actually get at the $10k, $20k and $30k levels, how product quality and company structure affect long‑term costs, and why the cheapest quote often becomes the most expensive mistake dow
#014 - How We Chopped Randall’s Power Bills
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep14In this episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Randall, a Source Energy client whose quarterly power bill dropped from $990 to just $100, a 90% reduction in one install. They break down how a 15.2 kW system with the right battery setup transformed his household, why roof space limitations didn’t stop the savings, and how pro
#013 -Solar Panels Are NOT Worth It (Without THIS)
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep13In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Samantha Delphin to break down why solar panels on their own are not the full answer. They explain why so many homeowners still end up with a power bill even after installing panels, how export limits and collapsing feed‑in tariffs make panel‑only systems underperform, and w
#012 - Government Solar Rebates Reduced! (Is Solar Still Worth It?)
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep12In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Ellen to break down what’s actually happening with the government’s solar and battery rebates, why they’re being reduced, and whether homeowners should be worried. They unpack the new tiered rebate structure, explain how 0% interest plans and bill‑relief measures offset redu
#011 - Top 4 Best Solar Batteries Going In 2026
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep11In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Braden to break down the top four solar batteries homeowners should be considering in 2026. They compare performance, safety, and design across leading brands, explaining what makes each system stand out and how choosing the wrong one could cost thousands in lost efficiency.
#010 - What It’s Really Like Getting A Home Solar System
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep10In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Ellen to break down the entire solar and battery installation process, from the first conversation to install day and after‑care. Homeowners often worry about disruption, timelines and trust, so this episode shows exactly what the real experience looks like and what to watch
#009 - How He Now Saves $1200 on His Electricity Bill
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep9In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Braden to walk through his full before‑and‑after journey, from $1250 quarterly bills and uncomfortable penny‑pinching to wiping out almost the entire bill with a premium solar and battery system.◼️ His real usage and bills before solar◼️ How the install went and what actually
#008 - Dodgy Installs, Fake Savings, Experts Reveal The Doggiest Solar Operators.
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep8Power bills are rising even when usage is dropping, dodgy installs are still happening, and homeowners are left wondering what’s real.In this new episode, Jason and Cam react to viral clips, industry claims and everyday stories, showing what solar and batteries actually change.◼️ Why window tinting and “better offers” don’t
#007 - How To Assess If A Solar Installer Is Dodgy
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep7The solar industry has a massive trust problem, and most homeowners only realise it once something goes wrong.In this new episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Braden to break down the exact red flags that help you spot a dodgy installer before you sign anything.◼️ Why 50% deposits signal cash flow issues and high risk◼️ How
#006 - Is Solar A Scam? (Experts Reveal The Math)
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep6Solar gets called a scam every day, but the truth only shows up when you look at the maths.In this new episode, Jason and Cam break down why the industry feels messy and what actually drives the confusion.◼️ Why most “solar is a scam” stories come from bad installs, not the technology◼️ How payback periods, rebates and zero
#005 - Can Solar Can Save You From The Cost Of Living CRISIS?
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep5In this new episode of Off The Grid, Jason and Cam break down whether solar can genuinely protect Australian households from rising inflation and the cost of living crisis.They unpack the numbers behind power price hikes, battery value, and why homeowners with solar are seeing far smaller increases than everyone else.◼️ How
#004 - The TRUTH Behind Three Hours of Free Power
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep4In this new episode, Jason and Cam react to viral clips on power prices, coal exports, and the government’s three‑hour free power scheme. They cut through the noise to show what’s really driving the confusion.This episode covers:◼️ Why “cheap renewables” don’t match rising bills◼️ The contradiction between Australia’s coal
#003 - How He Reduced His Power Bill From $1,800 To $0
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep3In this episode, Jason and Cam sit down with Jamie, a Queensland homeowner who went from thinking solar was a scam to eliminating his $1,800 quarterly power bills entirely.This episode covers:◼️ Why a massive $1,800 power bill isn't something you just have to accept◼️ The exact system size required to run ducted air conditi
#002 - 5 Solar Mistakes That Cost Home Owners Thousands
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep2https://special.sourceenergygroup.com.au/opt-in-apple-orgIn this new episode, Jason and Cam reveal the five solar mistakes that cost homeowners thousands, and how to avoid them before you sign anything.This episode covers:◼️ Off‑the‑shelf solar packages and why they fail◼️ Undersized and oversized systems that drain your sa
#001 - Massive Solar Shift Coming July 1 (Prepare Now)
Book your free energy audit 👉🏻 https://use.sourceenergygroup.com.au/pod-ep1https://special.sourceenergygroup.com.au/opt-in-apple-orgElectricity rules in Australia change on July 1st, and what looks like “three hours of free power” could actually push bills higher if you’re not set up correctly. In this first episode of the Source Energy Group, Jason and Cam break down the hidden details behind the
