Most of us were born into a grid world. Our minds are steeped in grid dependency. Effort is required to change the programming and a change of mind always precedes a change of state. So, exactly what appliances can be operated from an off-grid system? Below is a copy-paste from a recent inquiry:

Regarding appliance selection, here is a list of appliances that are grid-dependent. Electric stoves, ovens, water heaters, clothes dryers, and almost all forms of electric heat. The absolute best way to do air-conditioning is with a mini-split. Insulate your house well, use glass moderately, and you can figure 12,000 btu (one ton) per 1000 ft2. That is one half of the standing rule of thumb used by almost all HVAC contractors. I strongly recommend you consider Sundanzer for your refrigerated and frozen food requirements. Small microwaves are no problem. HE washers, gas dryers, gas stove/oven are standard along with the usual array of kitchen countertop appliances. Wood or gas heat, but you may want both. Gas for convenience and wood for sustainability. We use a different well pump than the standard grid type, but I’ll handle that for you. You will see it all when we meet.

The above list will allow you to make an almost unnoticeable transition from grid to off-grid. However, there are some that want a different life with little semblance of their former grid life. That is a conversation reserved only for those interested.

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