Blackout Proof Living

Why You Should Build a Generator Before You Ever Need It I learned this lesson the hard way. One freezing night last winter, my entire block lost power. People … Why You Should Build a Generator Before You Ever Need ItRead more

The Simplest Energy Plan That Works When All Else Fails I used to think backup energy had to be complicated. Solar panels, gas generators, lithium batteries — all of … The Simplest Energy Plan That Works When All Else FailsRead more

How I Created Emergency Electricity Without Tools or Tech Skills I’ll be honest — I’m not “handy.” I don’t own a drill. I’ve never wired anything in my life. … How I Created Emergency Electricity Without Tools or Tech SkillsRead more

This DIY Generator Setup Works in Any Weather (And Costs Less) I used to think reliable backup power had to be expensive. Everyone talks about solar generators, propane tanks, … This DIY Generator Setup Works in Any Weather (And Costs Less)Read more

How to Create Power Off the Grid Without Panels or Propane When I first started researching off-grid power, I assumed I’d need solar panels or propane tanks. That’s what … How to Create Power Off the Grid Without Panels or PropaneRead more

What to Do Right Now If You Can’t Afford a Generator Let’s be honest — most generators are just too expensive. When I started looking for backup power options, … What to Do Right Now If You Can’t Afford a GeneratorRead more

The Best Emergency Power Option If You Can’t Install Solar I live in a rental. I can’t drill holes in the roof. I don’t own the place. So when … The Best Emergency Power Option If You Can’t Install SolarRead more

Low-Cost Energy Solution for Grid-Down Situations When the grid went down in my area for three days straight, I realized something important: I wasn’t ready. I had flashlights, a … Low-Cost Energy Solution for Grid-Down SituationsRead more

The Easiest Backup Generator You Can Build in a Day I’m not a builder. I’m not an engineer. But I built a working backup generator in just one afternoon, … The Easiest Backup Generator You Can Build in a DayRead more

How to Build Emergency Power With Hardware Store Materials I never thought I’d be the kind of person building an emergency power source from scratch. But when the power … How to Build Emergency Power With Hardware Store MaterialsRead more