Noticing the gas in your portable generator is getting low, and need to add more. Debating whether you should shut it off first, or keep it running. Can you refuel a generator while it’s running? Never add more fuel to your generator while it is running, or even while it’s hot. Doing so puts yourself […]
If you’re using a portable generator outside, one of your first questions might be, can a portable generator get wet? After all, rain is a common issue when you’re working outdoors. Never allow a portable generator to get wet, especially the power outlets. Generators convert fuel into electrical voltage, which if exposed to moisture could […]
Are you in the market for a portable inverter generator for your home electronics? If so, you may have come across the term “sine wave output.” But what is sine wave output, and is it something you need to worry about? Sine wave output is a steady and continuous wave, that provides a smooth, periodic […]
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 […]
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 […]
A generator transfer switch allows you to automatically or manually transfer your home’s power source from the electrical grid to the generator when the power cuts off. It’s no secret that the power grid is prone to failure, especially during inclement weather. A generator transfer switch can help you use your Generator with ease and […]
One of the smartest decisions you can make as a homeowner is to invest in a quality generator. But how do you know what to look for in a generator? We have all had to deal with the headache, hassle, frustration (and sometimes fear) of an extended power outage and blackout before. There’s nothing worse […]