To live off grid means you will be spending a lot more than you think.  The costs associated with off the grid living may not be very easy to work with so its better off using a hybrid solution.
While we often complain about the utility services we receive, it is easy to forget that the costs for maintaining that service comes at a higher price than we realize. When going  off the grid, the majority of these costs for maintenance and upkeep will shift from a utility service to you.
You should have a backup system in place to in case your current services are blocked, may be a better solution. Â It is also important to remember that sheltering in place will generally be your best option in all but the most extreme circumstances.
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