When people invest in energy solutions like solar and battery storage, the focus is usually on powering what’s inside the home. But outdoor spaces — especially gardens, entertainment areas, and landscape features — are becoming just as important.
At Empire Energy, we’ve seen a growing number of homeowners looking to extend their energy planning outdoors. From pool equipment and irrigation timers to landscape lighting and water pumps, there’s a lot more happening outside than you might think — and it all draws power.
The key is to design your system to handle not just the house load, but everything else you’ll want to use once you step outside. That’s especially important if you’re planning to run off-grid, install battery backup, or expand your solar system later.
To avoid any conflict of interest or endorsements, we often use examples from outside our own area when discussing broader ideas. For this example, we went with a water features specialist like Crave Designs, who create custom installations that often rely on continuous power for pumps and lighting. We’re not affiliated — they simply help illustrate how outdoor design can tie into your energy setup.
If your backyard includes any powered features — even just garden lighting or a water pump — it’s worth discussing them when planning your energy system. That way, everything works together from the start.
Good energy planning isn’t just about supply — it’s about making sure it fits your lifestyle, indoors and out.
