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You bring up some good points Madcodger and SolarFlares. As we become empty nesters (~5 years), we plan to spend our winters in south...

If you have a battery bank that can be charged by the solar panels and from the propane generator, all of your electric devices are...

I think you are referencing wood boilers, and not gas. Assuming that... Wood boilers (commonly outdoor, although indoor units also...

Hey Gang, My builder is recommending that I skip the air tight fireplace and instead go with a boiler outside. I know almost nothing...

Also, Quattrohead, I believe that since my installation is going to be in a shed, separate from our house, that the Victron does not...

The quote was actually for $73k, but didn't include solar mounts, PV Cable, and other (likely small dollar) items. I'm not done price...

I had heard that, but my understanding is that it's not an issue with an off-grid installation. Am I wrong?

We work from home and are flexible with EV usage, since we do have a combustion engine car as well. I don't know why September spiked so...

You'll use more propane backing up solar than backing up the grid. That impacts your monthly electricity savings. How much depends on...

No, that's a DIY job. I think I can tackle it with help from a friend of two. Worst-case scenario, I can always call on an electrician...

BTW, I didn't include the cost of a propane generator since I would be buying one regardless of my going off-grid or not. Just wanted...

Hi Hardtop, I appreciate your thoughts and certainly respect your opinion. For perspective, allow me to share some details regarding a...

There has never been a time like now, to live independent of others for your energy needs. In the old days, the equipment was not...

Wow! That is quite a setup. I definitely see the vision. Thanks for breaking it down, step-by-step. I am feeling more confident about...

What little experience I have would always suggest a coiled hot water tank system that way you can add any form of heating to it from...

I've learned about dual fuel heat pumps, but what about dual fuel hot water tanks? It seems to me that having both the hp and hot water...

Google earth the area, look for people with solar and pay them a visit as a new neighbour, if your lucky you might find an electrician...

My wife and I commissioned a 2,500 square foot, off-grid home build in 2017 in the Pacific Northwest. Building from the ground up...

The cool kids are way cooler than me, that's for sure. My head is spinning right now, but when it stops I'll try to piece together...

I did the same thing as you are planning just north of you in Nashville. Same situation. Currently have 100kwh of battery diy cells...