How to Safely Use a Generator Indoors (and When Not To)
Every year carbon monoxide from improperly used generators sends thousands of people to the emergency...
Jake Thornton
Articles by Jake Thornton
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Solar Generator vs. Traditional Generator: Pros and Cons
Choosing between a solar generator and a traditional gas-powered unit comes down to how you...
Deep Dive: The Best 5000-Watt Generators for Home Backup
The 5,000-watt class is the practical sweet spot for home backup. It is enough power...
8 Best Portable Generators for Running a Microwave
A microwave seems like a small appliance, but it is one of the trickier loads...
8 Best Generators for Job Sites: Powering Tools on the Go
A job site lives and dies by reliable power. When the nearest outlet is a...
How to Connect a Generator to Your Home: A Step-by-Step Guide
Owning a generator is only half the equation; connecting it to your home safely is...
Review: Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 500
The Jackery Explorer 500 has become something of a benchmark for mid-size portable power stations,...
Gas vs. Electric Generators: Which is Right for You?
When shopping for backup power, one of the first decisions is between a traditional gas-powered...
What Size Generator Do I Need for a Refrigerator?
When the power goes out, the appliance people worry about first is almost always the...
8 Best Portable Solar Generators for Camping and RVs
Solar generators have quietly become the default power source for weekend campers and full-time RVers...