If you’re into camping, hiking, or spending time at the beach, you’ve probably seen people using solar power banks to keep their devices charged up. But what is a solar power bank, and how do they work? A solar power bank is a small external battery that collects and stores energy from the sun. This […]
Battery powered lawn mowers are quickly becoming more and more popular, especially among people who are looking for an eco-friendly option. But, are battery powered lawn mowers any good? Do they really work as well as the traditional gas-powered mowers? Battery powered lawn mowers tend to be less powerful than gas powered ones, but offer […]
Believe it or not, every single year somewhere north of 60 million Americans use propane to power a backup generator. Propane is one of the most popular fuel sources for generators today, and for good reason. There are a lot of benefits to using propane. It’s reliable, it’s consistent, it’s affordable, and it’s easy to […]
If you love getting away from it all, the hustle bustle of city life and the rat race of the 9-to-5, but don’t want to give up creature comforts completely the odds are good you’ve got a generator tucked away in your camper. Or at least you plan to, anyway! Finding the right generator for […]
Most people think of all portable generators as being nearly identical to one another, at least as far as their utility. These units are designed to produce electricity when traditional sources fail – using alternative fuel sources and helping us keep our lights on, our HVAC systems running, and giving us enough juice to operate […]
With all the distractions around us, sometimes we need a break from our daily lives and head out into nature. It doesn’t matter if you’re hiking or camping under the stars; getting away will do wonders for your mental state. What happens when you’re miles from civilization and your cell phone goes dead? You can’t […]
While most people think of solar electricity technology as something you stick on your roof, the truth is solar generators are better performing and more efficient today than ever before – some rivaling more traditional backup power sources, too. Of course, as with any backup energy source it’s important to understand the pros and cons […]
The decision to invest in a backup generator is always a smart one. Natural disasters, inclement weather, and all kinds of man-made accidents can force you to be without power for extended amounts of time. With a backup generator, though, those issues are mitigated (if not eliminated) completely. At the same time, though, your backup […]
Plenty of new electronic vehicle (EV) owners are looking into whether or not a portable generator can charge their electric car if their traditional charging system fails. Sifting through all of the info out there about can a portable generator charge electric car can feel like a real uphill battle. Some people say it’s effortless […]
Do you know which appliances use the most electricity in your home? Knowing which appliances in your home consume the most electricity can help you understand the power consumption needs when planning for an emergency backup power system. When planning for a backup power system, it is important to know the wattage requirements of your […]