Want to add a portable generator as a backup power source to your house? There are a few things you need to know before making the jump. The most important is the transfer switch. Not only are there safety precautions to follow when installing a transfer switch, there are also important guidelines to follow for... Read more →
Portable generators are used for a variety of tasks, including back up home power supplies, powering tools at a job site, and many more. Certain scenarios may require you to ground your portable generator. You’ll need the right tools and know-how to get it done safely. In this article, we will review what grounding is,... Read more →
A portable generator can be a great tool for a variety of situations. Whether using it as an emergency backup power source, for powering tools in a remote location, or for improving your tailgating or camping experience, it’s important that your generator is producing the correct voltage. How can you tell? A cheap voltmeter is... Read more →
For many people, a portable generator is a rarely used tool. But when you do need to use it, it’s pretty important that it actually works. This is certainly true in emergency situations like power loss from extreme weather. What should you do if your portable generator won’t start in an emergency situation? Read on... Read more →
Can a portable generator charge a Tesla? The answer is yes…but there are a number of caveats. In this post, I will tell you everything you need to know about using a generator to charge a Tesla. Many portable generators will not work, and there are a few things you definitely need to know before using a... Read more →
The human race has always needed energy. Over the ages, the way that we have generated our energy has become more and more sophisticated, especially since the industrial revolution, the increase in the population and the sophistication of the machinery that we have invented. However, energy generation goes right back to early man. Here, we... Read more →
When you lose power during hot weather, the two top priorities for most people are running the refrigerator and the air conditioner. Whether you have a central AC or a window AC unit, you should be able to power them with your portable generator. Read more →
By taking the time to carefully break in your portable generator, you're making sure it has a stronger likelihood of working well for many years. If you don't break in your generator, you are risking damage and speeding up the rate of engine wear. Read more →
A portable generator has a lot of possible uses. But do you know how many things your portable generator can power? Do you know if it can handle each of the things you want to use it to power? You might have checked on the wattage needed for tools and lights and fans but what about your TV? Read more →
Generally, it's unsafe to use a portable generator in wet weather, rain or snow. However, there are a few portable and non-portable solutions available. DIY and ready made products do exist to let you run your generator even in less than ideal conditions. Read more →