Beginners guide to choosing, sizing, installing, and maintaining 12V water pumps for cabins, vans, and tiny homes — wiring, plumbing, batteries, troubleshooting
Toilets & Waste Systems
How To Deal With Human Waste Off‑Grid Safely And Legally
Learn how to manage human waste off-grid safely and legally: system choices, site selection, pathogen control, permits, maintenance to protect water and health.
Filtration & Purification
Off-Grid Water Filters: Top Picks for Cabins, RVs & Tiny Homes
Choose the best water filter for off-grid cabins, RVs & tiny homes. Sediment, carbon, ceramic, RO, UV; testing, sizing, power, install & upkeep. See tips inside
Water Sourcing & Storage
Off-Grid Water Sources: How to Choose the Right One
How to choose a reliable water source for your off-grid property: compare wells, springs, surface and rainwater, testing, treatment, storage, pumps, permits FAQ
Toilets & Waste Systems
Composting vs Incinerating Toilets: Which Is Better Off-Grid?
Composting vs incinerating toilets for off-grid living: weigh costs, energy, installation, odor, maintenance, environmental & health tradeoffs to choose wisely.
Filtration & Purification
How to Make Off-Grid Water Safe to Drink: Complete Guide
Practical guide to making off-grid water safe: evaluate sources, pick filters, boil or chemically treat, use UV/solar, and build a multi-barrier system & tools.