When we talk about connecting a backup generator or portable generator with a house through a transfer switch, it is not confined to just powering the home through the generator. But it also includes restoring our power system to a typical utility-powered arrangement later on. Before embarking upon the steps for making connections, you should … Read more
The problem with generator is their noise. Get rid of the irritating noise by doing little to no effort. If someone is promising you that they will make your generator sound quiet as a cricket, that is probably a over statement. Generators will make noise, but we can reduce it significantly by using the following … Read more
Before installing any electric equipment, the main concern of everyone is the benefit it provides in comparison to its cost. A transfer switch makes generator or portable generators usage reliable and easy and at the same time adds a lot to its total cost. The transfer switch is a must, especially when you live in … Read more
Do you want to keep your landscape in prime condition? Do your plants need help with moisture retention or protection from the harsh climate? Are you looking for ways to prevent weeds or protect sensitive seedlings? Mulch, usually made of leaves, yard clippings, or groundwood, serves as a top dressing for trees or gardens. Why … Read more
UbiFi offers internet connectivity that they claim works anywhere in the world, and we’re here to put their claims to the test. Is their service as fast as they advertise? How much does it cost? And are there any hidden costs? Keep reading my UbiFi review to find out the answers to all of these … Read more
Best states for homesteading should provide all the basic needs and some more. Texas, West Virginia, Kansas, Kentucky, Oklahoma and Tennessee have ranked the top 7 states for homesteading. I’ve considered the living cost, climate, state laws, earning potentials, homeschooling curriculum and overall demographic aspects of the states while ranking the best homesteading friendly states. … Read more
Sand point well AKA Driven well can be the easy to install and portable water solution. Sand point well problems are maintenance cost and risk of contamination. An average American household consumes about 300 gallon water everyday. 70% of this 300 gallon is for indoor uses only. That includes cooking and washing. As off gridders, … Read more
When living in an off-grid cabin, accessing an oil stove could be difficult and expensive too. As creatives, we need to tap into the environment around us and find an inexpensive and accessible fire source to prepare our meals. While there are so many ways to go about that, using affordable materials and putting your … Read more
Ever wondered what it feels like living in an off-grid cabin? Staying away from actual civilization and full-blown technology? Well, if your family doesn’t own a place in the woods or you weren’t born in the early ’90s – it might be a little bit difficult to get the full-on unplugged nation experience. Off grid … Read more
Living off the grid could be quite the challenge; living a self-sustaining life and adapting to the new environment around you without public aid. The fouch o matic off-grid have found a way to see Mother Nature eye to eye, making homesteading seem effortless. What are they up to now? Finding a family that chooses … Read more