Use these planning tools to turn real equipment details and outage goals into transparent starting estimates.
Backup Power Planning Worksheet
For homeowners mapping essential loads before comparing backup systems. Estimate energy needs in watt-hours from load, runtime, efficiency, and reserve assumptions; it does not select equipment or specify an installation.
Planning tool 02Sump Pump Battery Backup Runtime Calculator
For homeowners evaluating battery backup for an AC sump pump. Estimate startup and continuous power screens, battery capacity, runtime, and modeled cycles; verify the actual pump, inverter, battery, and installation before relying on the result.
Estimate-only boundary: These tools are planning aids, not compatibility guarantees, electrical designs, code advice, or substitutes for manufacturer instructions and a qualified professional where required.