THE FARMHOUSE. Home Battery Backup Project. Lets see what it will run? Less generator, more battery.

Setting up the Bluetti AC300+B300 home battery backup power station to help run the Farmhouse when the power goes out. This is an exciting project that can grow with time.
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[@cndream1]

The Clark Griswold of extension cords 🤣😁🤣

[@truenorthliving9557]

I was thinking the same 😂

[@glendonjones187]

You people who are complaining know NOTHING about Joe. He could have been raking it in for years but hasn’t. This guy wouldn’t say something worked if it didn’t. Second, KZbin changes are squeezing content creators for every dime the can, so it’s just smart for him to champion products he likes and get some extra scratch. Does anyone work harder on KZbin than Joe??! Yeah, that’s what I thought. End of story.

[@mikebowman2445]

Agree 💯 Joe works hard

[@charlieretro]

What gets me is they don’t like them and yet they still watch and comment I don’t understand people on here anymore

[@kerrystennett3829]

Absolutely

[@queenbee3647]

Plus tell me again how much you paid to watch these videos...yep thats what I thought!

[@JustinHallowesOutdoors]

people will always complain. I like all of Joe's videos

[@kewljewl3006]

I love watching your learning process with the off grid system. Thanks for your honest evaluation of your needs and plans for expanding the battery backup system.

[@vic2265]

I have played with solar for last 4 years at camp and have found that putting up solid fixed solar panels made a huge difference. I also found that what you think is enough needs doubled in panels in order to charge the system especially in the winter I couldnt win the use vs regen war. I put in a small 500 watt wind generator on corner of camp and that was the winner. Both together brought the power storage back up quickly and when wind was blowing I produced power overnight when power consumption is lowest. I also found that these battery setups IE Bluetti and eco flow are great for rvs and emergency backup power but you need far more storage for a camp or house. If this is something you are seriously considering have a professional come in and set up a lithium battery bank and charge control setup for both wind and solar and you will be in a much better place.

[@Billthrasher]

Always feels good to be prepared. Technology has come so far

[@marygordon3032]

Hey Joe I’m sold because you keep everything in order and if it’s not right you don’t stop until it is done. 👏👏👏🤩🤩🤩💯💯💯

[@snotina]

good video....we all know Joe will tell us if it is crap or not. I admire that he admits that he is unsure of some of the details of the unit. Like all of us, we just want to plug it in and have it work! Then you can play with the input and output numbers later. If Joe approves then it is a go.

[@englishteacher1260]

Great plan you have I wish you the best outcome, and I agree with that idea of letting the battery do the bulk of the work and using the generator to top it off when needed.

[@irenel.m.3238]

I think it is a bit expensive investment at firts, but over time it pays for itself. Good review

[@williamkn621]

Only if you use it daily... Otherwise it's an expensive closet queen

[@snowysnobdds7842]

Just this summer I bought a blueddi for the cabin. It was game changing. My Honda did me well for years, but it makes sense to generate, store and use free energy at a affordable price. Next summer I will install a 1kw array. It will be perfect.

[@d.j.robinson9424]

Great start Joe, that will be an awesome setup. Pretty sweet you can see it on your phone too, looking forward to know how this works in the summer, and maybe a few more batteries and panels.👍👍🧡. Stay warm.

[@rwoods6132]

OK, You are scarring the hell out of me! A damn carpenter sounding like an electrician! What's next? Donkeys flying! Love the video. I used to have a solar panel system but it was a wet lead acid battery system since that is all there was back then. I will have to look into this new Lithium battery stuff.

[@rebeccahaughn8677]

Appreciate all you share it is amazing. We had solar and wind set up and in the summer I had to look for ways to use the power. We had several batteries and wind power since when the sun does not shine the wind normally blows. So it helped alot. Just a thought and thanks again for all you share.

[@w.a.stewart3191]

Good info, Joe

[@robertparker3580]

this is a awesome beginning,i look forward to seeing more on this,thanks for sharing Joe!

[@angieplemmons4439]

Great video Joe! Love to learn new stuff coming out. We all need to learn more about solar energy and its uses.

[@goodtimefolkrock]

Hi Joe .....gettin cold now dont forget to add anti gel to your diesel truck's fuel now

[@truenorthliving9557]

Bought a Bluetti for my camp this winter. Smaller one but I’ll upgrade later. Beats burning gas all day when I’m at camp. Cheers Joe.

[@mso-ink]

Interesting. Thanks for sharing, Joe. Take care.

[@TonyGeneseo]

With the boiler and circulator pumps able to run and keep the heat going I’d think a half dozen five gallon pales filled with water IF you knew the power was probably going to go out or even after it went out … for flushing or cooking even. That would save so much power and add hours to overall run time with however many batteries you had. We all would love to run seamlessly through a power outage but that well pump , in my humble opinion , isn’t a necessity. Heat is whether in Mn,Me or AK. Love these videos and so happy you’re into this stuff and sharing. I think so many are on your heels and we value you sharing ! Take care Joe

[@jodymccain3258]

I have an older Bluetti that I charge with solar panels without a load connected. Keep in mind that it takes wattage to run the battery unit itself that, as far as I can tell, is not accounted for in the display. This has meant for me that if I'm not getting in at least 60-80+ input watts, it's not worth it to charge it because I may even lose power, break even or just squeak in some watts. I'm in a warmer climate than you so my guess is the internal fans may run more when the unit is charging. Just something for you to keep your eyes on. You are right . . . we had a prolonged power outage last year. I continually recharged my Bluetti (and other solar generators I have) with my gas generator so that I didn't have to worry about running the fridge and lights at night and disturbing my neighbors. Have fun!

[@danieldeanmasterfinisher4715]

Now you just need to run a bunch of 12 volt RV type lights And a solar panel bank. Looks great Mr.Joe got me wishing I had 1 of them units for myself

[@REB65]

Very cool Joe 👍. And you were like a little kid on Christmas morning 😂👍. God bless y’all 🙏✌️

[@musicvibes017]

That is a great starter setup for the panels. But if you really want to draw the power, you should consider upgrading your solar panels to monocrystalline panels like 100 Watt per panel, or perhaps 300 Watt panels. Always enjoy your videos Joe.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

We want to do that next year. The permanent type panels and build them into a holder set up. I think doing the 100 watt panels and maybe having a bunch of them is better than doing the 300 simply because if something goes bad with a panel we are only replacing a 100 watt vs the cost of a 300 watt if that makes sense.

[@chinniewas9995]

That's what I did - bought 4/100W monocrystalline panels from Itehil - they had them knocked down to 89 a panel (reg price is 229 ea) during their Black Friday sale. They work real nice - pull in 100W each. Later will exchange them for permanent solar panels. But for now am happy with the ones I got.

[@musicvibes017]

@@NorthernSeclusion That makes total sense to me. Thank you for responding.

[@noyopacific]

My wife wanted solar on our house for a long time. I'd look at the value of the electricity against the cost and tell her that we'd make more by putting the money for solar into government bonds than we'd save on our electric bill. A three or four years ago I ran the numbers for her again and found that the lower cost of solar (amortized over an assumed 20 year lifespan) along with the higher cost of electricity had flipped the results. I've been very happy with the investment returns from our solar panels (and glad that we waited.) I've wanted to add a battery backup for power outages but that would mean adding an electric sub-panel for the critical loads so haven't gotten around to it yet. It looks like lithium batteries hold a ton of promise for this! Thanks for the video Joe !

[@robert55958]

That should definitely help when you loose power again. Cheers 🍻

[@rugermossberg9221]

Hello from West Fargo. Full disclosure...my favorite videos are you cooking pork steaks on the grill at the Tent...lol. These videos though, are really informative and helpful especially coming from someone like you who keeps it practical, simple, and honest. Keep up the good work Joe and looking forward to more Deer Camp videos especially with the "kids".

[@franklyterrence4860]

Interesting review. It is still new technology that I know a lot of us are interested to learn more about!

[@alosborne2858]

Those work great we have 3 of the ac200 and 6 300watt solar panels helps alot with the storms in Florida

[@MikeZMonroe]

Nice job explaining your power backup.

[@rickvollmer3646]

Did I miss the 3rd installment of deer hunting video with the kids ?

[@NorthernSeclusion]

The kids never went up but the 3rd video goes public tomorrow on Joe and Zach Survival at 5 central. Still almost an hour long video and its a good one. I explain why they did not go up.

[@kevinsimpson7114]

Great set up Joe. I look forward to the next video.👍🏻👌🏻

[@larryerickson3204]

Always looking ahead to next video, u have such a comforting approach to the videos , make it all so enlightening. Thanks Joe

[@andyfreer8463]

Great vi joe very interested in your power pack amazing

[@martinfrantz1623]

Thanks joe I just started monkeying with these things myself.I do live of grid but your helping me learn aswell because I no something's but like you not alot. Things are starting to make sense.

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Thanks for sharing with us Joe, you're getting the solar lined out right for your uses. Keep having fun around there and get things all set and working the way you need them to work. Fred.

[@susannepatriot6264]

Merry Christmas Joe and Melissa! Looking forward to your 2025 content. Whatever that might be. Good stuff!

[@dannydunnagan3267]

You have a nice setup we have a generator that can be hooked to the house if needed and 2 300-watt jackrey solar boxes if needed we live in west Tennessee lots of storms in the last few years it tore our house up this spring glad, we had insurance.

[@wassabuck]

I would take Joe's opinion on a product over most . He says it like it is. Good the bad .

[@danmarklesr6260]

Thanks Joe! I just kicked myself in the butt for not doing that plugin cord for the well pump! I will be watching to learn more about solar. Very concerned about cost. Thank you for the info.!

[@1989Falkor]

Thanks I've been thinkin of getting a bluetti for emergency and deer camp. Getting rid of the gas generator would be nice.

[@paulkilp]

good job explaining things and when you didn't know something you come right out and say you don't. i like the farm house wireing system [not realy] you should have someone come in and do some rewireing because i don't want you calling the basement savers in the area you live in

[@ericwitcher952]

Its good practice to not have the panels facing the sun when you are plugging them in. Looks good tho i want one of those units.

[@stephenluciak6176]

I’ve seen on other channels that partner with simlysafe, that there is a water sensor available. I wonder if something like that might offer you some piece of mind for sump pump situation.

[@joanneiler2415]

Awesome video great generator 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@davenz000]

Does this unit have a UPS Mode? Put it into that mode then leave critical loads always connected (sump, boiler) and leave the thing plugged into the mains. That way if mains power fails then those critical loads will just be powered till the battery runs out. Hard wire in some permanent solar panels on roof or ground mounts.

[@wesley1983]

19:03 Joe, I thought the water in the boiler had some antifreeze or something similar in it to stop the water from freezing.

[@spingirl4855]

Great job on the review Joe thank you!

[@chris3m98]

I would put the units on a 3/4 foot table up off the floor.

[@donniehelmly4920]

Nice setup. But you have 10/2 UF plugged in to a 20amp recepticale. 10/2 is good for 30 AMPS. You shouldn't have trouble with voltage drop.

[@geohac2456]

great video.

[@kerrystennett3829]

Loved this video Joe. Thank you for sharing.

[@RichardL7836]

Joe, outstanding video as always. This does look like a good investment. As you mentioned, it takes time and money. I'm sure it takes a few years of constant solar to be free from paid electricity. Have you considered a smaller windmill to pair up with the solar system you're working with?

[@starrmcurry2718]

Congrats on 100K subscriber’s!

[@dnhman]

You need to set the input to PV for the unit to take the solar,, without adding more batteries you will not have enough power for more than a day with loads your looking for.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

Like I said, if people need more statistics, there is a lot of videos out there. As far as power for a day, usually the power is out for an hour or 3. Perfect to have a setup like this to run the critical systems.

[@dnhman]

Thanks Joe, I have two Bluettis the AC200max and their first gen ac200. While they are great for many things they do need good sun to recharge them as that 2048wh does go fast. This is why I suggest a second B300. another tip be sure to use the thickest wire from the unit to the solar panels as there is alot of loss in DC voltage.,regards, Joe @@NorthernSeclusion

[@user-fu6jk7ok5l]

Hey Joe, do you plan to elevate those solar panels outside ? Minnesota snow could bury those.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

Yes I would. If using this long term I would buy different panels and put them up off the ground.

[@TheDobbermn]

I've been looking at Bluetti power banks but I'm hesitant to buy. Every where you look there's horror stories about customer service if you have a problem. I'll probably go with ecoflow instead.

[@jeffmerhar9424]

It's a good idea as long you have enough sun light

[@williamkn621]

And extension cords

[@conservativeprodigy2604]

Great video 😊

[@darylmiller7456]

COULD YOU PUT A TIMER ON FOR THE GRID POWER TO CHARGE AT NIGHT WHILE THERE IS NO SUN POWER

[@CraigGrant-sh3in]

He could put a photocontrol eye outside connected to the grid line that feeds the charger. When it gets dark out it opens the switch and the grid power feeds the charger . No constantly changing time on a timer as sun light hours change

[@NorthernSeclusion]

You do not need a timer, it does it automatically when you have it plugged in to both grid and solar. It will take from solar and as the sun dims, it will then start taking more from the grid. It is smarter than both of us. Lol.

[@mikebowman2445]

Love the videos joe

[@leed206]

UPS uninterrupted power supply computer installations are big users.

[@JamItJohn]

Joe, not for sure if you mentioned your well & boiler voltage. Is it 220/240 ?

[@williammckeown9855]

to buy this for $5k? No chance i would buy this for a back up with a gas generator is $500. Question Joe, would you buy this if you didnt get it for free and you saw this video on a different channel? Thats the question.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

We have been dying to get most everything run on solar so YES in my answer. Our electric bill here is almost 600 a month. It does not take long to pay off the investment.

[@elteescat]

When the apocalypse happens I'm staying at your house.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

My whole extended family when we have family reunions always say that if anything happens, they are coming here. Lol.

[@elteescat]

@@NorthernSeclusion lol

[@SuziPoozi]

I'm a little surprised you don't have your generator running off of propane, is it because of how cold it gets there?

[@petekleinschmidt4251]

That’s a sweet unit Joe! I live in the country in Michigan my well is 220 will that unit run 220 volt equipment? I like what you said I too use a generator but at night it would be nice to use the battery unit just because of the noise.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

I am pretty sure that yes it does but to be honest, that is above me. I just think I heard or read that it will when you have the right battery set up. This unit does everything but go make you a sandwich. Lol.

[@Oregonadventure]

Any discounts with a code??? Probably would have helped to have the video up before Cyber Monday just saying!!!🤷🏼‍♂️

[@NorthernSeclusion]

Look in the description box. everything is there. Lots of savings to be had right now.

[@jeffturner6108]

What the heck is to the left? Looks like hundreds of bags of onion rings? :)

[@terrynichols7199]

They make better multiple power strips

[@NorthernSeclusion]

Lol. c'mon, my 4.99 strip works just fine.

[@jerjer7154]

I would like goerges info please.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

email me please [e-mail]

[@larrykluckoutdoors8227]

👍👍👍

[@jimspinelli5166]

You're not going to recoup the cost of the unit running your critical loads. This unit I'm sure costs several thousand, how much does it cost to run those things every month.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

I am way more concerned about running things when the power goes out. When it goes out here, that boiler HAS to run, if it doesn't, a huge investment could be lost. The sump pumps have to run also or that basement will flood to 2 feet which ruins the furnace and water heater and anything we have stored down there. We had to replace the water heater and have the lower part of the furnace replaced when we bought the house because it had been vacant for 2 years and the power went out one spring and the guy watching the house while it was vacant did not know and the basement flooded. Saving money by running the critical stuff while charging with solar is a future plus but the need for it is greater than that.

[@deerchasing]

I'm glad i watched, 1000s of dollars for 20 hours, no thanks. I'll run an inverter generator with fossil fuel. Thanks for the education Joe.

[@442palange]

Your gonna need a bigger battery

[@jimjohnson6857]

Hello, long time watcher of your videos, first time commenting. Not sure if it helps but I am starting to sell used solar panels that are still in great shape. I'm in central Illinois and don't do any shipping yet. I can get as many as you or your viewers need. I get 24v panels that very between 240w- 260w and sell them for between $80-$90 each. Or generally sell a pallet of 25 panels for $2,000. I can get you my email if necessary. Love your videos!

[@kennethlehmann137]

Well Joey I’ve been watching your videos for years but I will stop the practice immediately. I could care less about you as well.

[@chrisswain5633]

I'm not a expert, but the portable solar panels are not water proof, suggest getting two 300 watt exterior panels.

[@timguffey7907]

More ads!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jesseweaver_fuyt]

Get you tube premium and you get no adds.

[@blklbluvr]

You have the choice to watch it or not. He tells you what the video is about so you can not watch.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

Well timmy, you were told right from the start.

[@timguffey7907]

Its Timmie, with an ie.😂

[@timguffey7907]

Joey

[@robertdean5327]

Stop taking advantage of free stuff seems like you’re overdoing it. Review videos, BS all you want is free stuff

[@NorthernSeclusion]

Well Robert, I do not give a flying F what you think I should be doing but you could keep in mind that Christmas is less than a month away and that means everyone is trying to get their merchandise out there. And I was right up front in the video saying this was sent to me so it seems your BS statement is a bunch of BS. As most people that watch the channels are reading this they are amazed at how nice I am being to you right now.

[@robertdean5327]

You have anger issues, Joe

[@michaelpetty8416]

@@robertdean5327Really? You insult him and his channel, then when he responds you say “he has anger issues”. 🤔🤔😒😒🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@pesto88]

@@robertdean5327I’m willing to bet non of your subscribers complain about your videos.

[@robertdean5327]

@@michaelpetty8416 yeah by using the F bomb means he’s angry

[@spudrubble]

Yeah when a company rushes you to do a review and you accept free items and comply it really discredits your reviews.

[@sherimcgill5139]

Here’s how sponsorships work. All you are asked to do is give an honest review. It could be a piece of crap and you can actually say that on your review. A KZbinr would be stupid not to do a sponsored video. You get cash and whatever product it is.Sponsorships are a sign of success on KZbin. Joe is trustworthy, he would never say something is good if it really isn’t. If you trust the creators you watch, you have nothing to worry about. If you don’t, then you shouldn’t watch them.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

Rushes me? I have had this unit well over a month, there was no rush except that I was gone hunting. I find your comment quite stupid and it does not really make any sense.

[@tdvan80]

I hope Joe does more of these. Very good review from an average user in real life scenarios and if he gets kick backs and endorsement fantastic good for Joe. I have been watching Joe for over 6 years and he does not mess around and always finds quality items. I am seriously considering getting this from my house as it is smart to have backups like this in the frozen north. Also looking at the cost on this set up is not bad considering the "smart" features it has and the mobile app looks amazing.

[@kennethlehmann137]

I guess you’re an infomercial channel now. How sad.

[@NorthernSeclusion]

Christmas is coming Kenny. They want the videos up during shopping time. You can always not watch the videos or unsubscribe. Or, the other option is that I ban you from the channel. You knew immediately when you started watching the video that is was a paid promotion, If you chose to watch and then complain it is on you. I could care less.

[@tdvan80]

I love seeing quality reviews from trusted people. I hope Joe does more. I have been looking into this for a couple years so it's been nice to learn with Joe on this with what he has been finding.

[@vickiconley3638]

Hiya Joe and Melissa! Well it feels like I walked into a bee's nest in here! I personally love to learn new things, and especially from Joe and Melissa on here! From farming, fishing, camping, canning, cooking, building the guest house, gardening, the chicken coop, the other animals, maintenance on the farm equipment, and I'm hopeing someday soon to watch and learn about crafting on the pottery wheel. I'll watch Melissa, like I did with her cooking, her recipes, making candles, and bee keeping. Joe is learning a new and more economical way to run the farm. Hopefully, if he likes the product and shows it to his viewers, why not reap the benefits? That's why I like watching the show with Joe's energy and willingness in learning new ideas.The farm interests me and he works hard, so why not present a product occasionally? Vicki from Iowa TC ✌️🥧🦃🌲🫕🐓🐦

[@sarastewart358]