How to Connect a Generator to Your Homes Electrical Panel Safely
Powering a few appliances with extension cords works, but it leaves out the things most...
Jake Thornton
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Dual Fuel vs Tri Fuel Generators: Which Fuel Setup Is Best?
Dual-fuel generators run on gasoline or propane. Tri-fuel generators add natural gas. On a store...
How Often Should You Run Your Generator for Maintenance?
A generator that sits untouched between storms is quietly deteriorating. Fuel ages in the carburetor,...
How to Safely Run Extension Cords from a Generator
Most generator accidents are not dramatic engine failures. They happen at the edges: a cord...
Portable Power Station Airline Travel Rules: What You Can and Cannot Bring
Portable power stations have become common travel companions for campers, photographers and remote workers, and...
How to Test a Generator Before Storm Season Hits
A generator that starts in the driveway is not the same as a generator that...
How to Winterize a Portable Generator for Storage
Winter is hard on a generator that is not running. Stale fuel gums up the...
Best Generator Extension Cords and Power Distribution Boxes
People spend weeks choosing a generator and thirty seconds grabbing an extension cord, which is...
Generator Amp Rating Explained: What 30 Amp vs 50 Amp Means
Generator outlet panels are covered in numbers and odd-shaped receptacles: TT-30, L14-30, 14-50, L5-30. Shoppers...
How to Choose Between a Portable and Standby Generator for Your Home
Choosing between a portable generator and a permanently installed standby unit is less about which...