How to Make a Generator Quiet for Camping or at Home With the unexpected increase in severe weather, we all know how crucial having a generator is these days. There is a substantial risk of a power outage in my neighborhood due to a significant volume of freezing rain expected overnight. For some people, having…
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What is An Inverter Generator? What Are Its Advantages and Disadvantages?
What is an inverter generator exactly, and why would you want one? To operate a motor coupled to an alternator that produces power, all generators require combustible fuel, commonly gasoline or propane. Inverter generators convert AC power to DC power before digitally inverting it back to a cleaner true sine wave. Traditional conventional generators use…
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of a solar generator?
Solar generators are a terrific way to have additional energy on hand, whether you need to keep your lights on when the power goes out or you want to charge your phone while camping. But, in comparison to traditional gas-powered generators, how do portable solar power generators fare? We look at how solar generators function,…
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How Big of a Generator Do I Need to Power a House During a Power Outage
Every year, most American homes lose electricity for a few hours. It’s sometimes just an annoyance. Other times, homeowners may lose food, endure frozen pipes, or even lose revenue if they work from home. Worse, it may endanger your family owing to the cold or medical demands. A generator can keep your power on so…
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Permit or Not to Permit
One can certainly understand why homeowners wouldn’t want to involve their municipality in the installation of their home generator. Besides the obvious hassle of getting the permit, there is also the cost of the permit and the fact that you have to have a licensed electrician install the generator in order to get said permit. …
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