by Nick Meissner | Off Grid Power
There are so many gimmicks and gadgets out there that I pretty much tune them out. And when they make big claims, it’s especially obvious! When it comes to extending the life of batteries, there is no exception to this rule. Lots and lots of gadgets out there! Some...
by Nick Meissner | Off Grid Power
When we purchased our new (to us) homestead, it came with an old dilapidated off-grid power system. It didn’t take much expertise to see the writing on the wall—this power system was a relic from the past and was on its last leg. We would need to replace it soon......
by Nick Meissner | Off Grid Power
I often get questions from folks who live in cloudy climates about the feasibility of solar power. My typical answer is that we live in a location that is about as cloudy as possible in the winter. Combine that with the very short winter days that come in a northern...
by Nick Meissner | Off Grid Power
In the last several years, the market has been flooded with many so-called “solar generators”. They are basically tiny, portable solar systems and are often touted as your key to energy independence or security. But do the facts bear out these claims? Are “solar...
by Nick Meissner | Off Grid Power
Let me preface this by saying that any off grid system can produce power that is just as "clean" if not "cleaner" than what you get from the power company--IF you choose the right inverter. That's why I'm letting you know about the 'unclean power' option so you don't...
by Nick Meissner | Off Grid Power
You may be wondering how feasible it is for a home that is currently hooked up to the power lines to go off grid. In many ways, it's probably easier than you think. However, there are a few items we should look at more closely. In this article, I'll walk you through...
