How Many Solar Panels to Run a Well Pump Off-Grid?

How Many Solar Panels Do You Need to Run a Well Pump Off-Grid? Running a well pump off-grid sounds like it should need a huge solar array, but the math is friendlier than most people expect. A well pump uses a lot of power while it is running, but it only runs for a short … Read more

Keep a Solar Generator Charged in a Winter Storm

How to Keep a Solar Generator Charged During a Multi-Day Winter Storm A solar generator is great until the sky turns gray for three days and snow covers your panels. Winter storms are exactly when you need backup power most, and exactly when solar charging is at its weakest. The good news is that with … Read more

Solar Generator Won’t Charge? Common Panel and Battery Fixes

If your solar generator isn’t charging, it’s rarely the whole unit failing — it’s almost always one of a handful of specific issues: panel positioning, connection problems, weather conditions, or a battery management system safeguard kicking in. Here’s how to diagnose it before assuming you need a replacement. Step 1: Check the Panel Connection and … Read more