1. List essentials
Separate critical loads from comfort loads. A fridge and router matter before TV, coffee or microwave.
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Start with essentials: fridge, router, phone charging, lights and any medical or work equipment. Then size the battery for hours, not just watts.
2. Estimate runtime
Use wattage, quantity and hours. Add reserve for startup peaks and real-world losses.
3. Add recharge options
Solar charging helps during multi-day outages, especially when the grid stays unstable.