Free Tools
Free tools to take the guesswork out of getting ready
Practical help, organized by what your household needs. Start with a calculator to get your real number, then build the kit, see the pick we trust, and read the steps — each need in one place.
Everything pulled together, instead of one calculator at a time.
Answer a few questions about your household and get a personalized plan — your numbers for water and power, your first 72 hours, and the situations that apply to you. Free to see your numbers — the full plan comes by email.
Build my readiness planWater
Work out how much water your household needs, then get it stored and safe to drink.
Power
Size your backup power to what your household actually runs, then build it out and keep it going.
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Supply Chain & Cost Index
What has actually happened to the price of batteries, water containers, food, medical supplies and radios — read straight from published federal data. No forecasts, no urgency.