by Sean Jennings | Off Grid Solar
Whether you’re looking to lower your electricity bill or live off the grid, a solar water heater is an excellent choice for your family homestead. You’re not alone if you’re wondering how long it takes for a solar water heater to heat up. ...
by Sean Jennings | Off Grid Solar
On one side, I have my Solar Hot Water Panel. On the other, rain. Will there be enough hot water for me to take a shower? If you’re considering using solar water heaters then you’ve probably had this thought. I did too, so I put it to the test. Solar Hot...
by Sean Jennings | Homesteadin' Tips, Off Grid Solar
For years I have been living off grid with Solar Hot Water Heaters as a primary source for heating water. Through the cold winters of Vermont to months of rain in Hawai’i, I have used Solar Hot Water Heaters in some pretty adverse conditions. If you...
by Sean Jennings | Homesteadin' Tips
It seems like there are solar solutions for everything: water heaters, televisions, and even ovens. The question is though, how effective are the solar options – like a solar cooker – compared to traditional ovens? Basically – do solar cookers...
by Sean Jennings | Off Grid Solar
When I first went off grid, I remember a neighbor asking me if I needed an old-fashioned washboard to scrub my clothes. Actually, I did for the first few years, until I finally built my solar system up enough to power an energy-efficient laundry machine. A small,...