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Six in-depth guides covering the core systems of an off-grid home. Each runs 2,800–3,000 words with tables, worked examples and safety notes.

Power

Size an off-grid solar system for Canadian winters: load audit, peak sun hours, array, MPPT, inverter, wiring, fusing, with a full cabin example.

13 min read

Power

LiFePO4 vs lead-acid for off-grid power: usable capacity, cycle life, cold-weather charging, bank sizing, wiring, ventilation and lifetime cost.

13 min read

Water

Size a cistern from roof area and rainfall, choose wells, pumps and pressure tanks, treat and test water, and winterize an off-grid system.

13 min read

Heat

Choose and size a certified wood stove, meet clearance and chimney rules, calculate cords per winter, burn cleanly and prevent chimney fires.

13 min read

Waste

Off-grid toilet options, safe humanure composting and curing, urine use, simple greywater systems, setbacks, cold-climate issues and permits.

13 min read

Food

Crop storage conditions, root cellar design, safe water-bath and pressure canning, drying, off-grid freezing and long-term dry goods storage.

13 min read