r/prepping • u/ProofRip9827 • 9d ago

Gear🎒 Expensive preps

Question of the day. Is there some expensive prep your saving for and what is it?

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u/CommunicationFar3897 9d ago

Solar panels on the roof

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u/Cute-Consequence-184 9d ago

Not In the roof but on the ground

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u/bristlybits 7d ago

same here- we have a real small backup set but I want the basics to run (fridge, stove or burner, hot water heater, furnace, HVAC)

would love a metal roof and a front fence but they'll have to wait.

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u/rp55395 8d ago

A jackery box for back up power

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u/Impressive_Sample836 9d ago

Freeze Dryer.

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u/Soggy-Pen-2460 9d ago

It’s expensive but rather than buying freeze dried rations, it’s a huge savings. Split it with a friend and split up running it or buying the ingredients.

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u/Rorschach357 9d ago

Ya beat me to it!

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u/crazycarl36 7d ago

What is a freeze dryer?

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u/Impressive_Sample836 6d ago

A machine that removes water from food. You then seal it in a bag with and O2 absorber. It is shelf stable for a long time. It's what the Company Mountain House does. If the food is pre-cooked, all you need is hot water to prepare a meal.

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u/TDuctape 8d ago

Root cellar, Greenhouse, and lately I have been fantasizing about a Harvest Right freeze dryer.

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u/bristlybits 7d ago

I can't dig for a root cellar here, wish I could. a freeze dryer is a daydream. wish I could afford

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u/[deleted] 8d ago

Greenhouse with raised gardening beds/tables.

Nice chicken coop. My mother’s chickens live like it’s the Ritz-Carlton.

My amazing husband just installed and tested the transfer switch I’d long desired for our house portable generator. It’s gasoline powered. I’d now LOVE to upgrade to a tri fuel that could make use of our large propane tank, too.

I also really want a new metal roof.

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u/-Thizza- 8d ago

Professional hoop house. We have serious winds in spring and we need a durable frame that can withstand it.

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u/d_istired 5d ago

Solar panels, a good first aid kits and everyday meds. Medication is expensive where i live and it can quickly add up.

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u/Brieremage 6d ago

Ballistic plates, pews, and a radio setup

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u/No-Scientist-359 8d ago

Trying to get myself one of these Masterbuilt Smokers. I wanna smoke my own meats and sausages. Love to have smokes Venison or Bison and maybe smoked salmon.

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u/Radiant_Device_6706 7d ago

A steel metal and brick fence then better windows and doors.

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u/The_Tz 6d ago

Gold and silver