The 15 Best Gifts for the Father Who Has Everything

It’s no secret that dads are notoriously hard to shop for. Finding a meaningful, well-thought-out gift that he needs or wants can be daunting, even for the most creative people.  If you’ve found yourself in...

Pros and Cons: Inverter Generator

Inverters are a relatively recent innovation that improves on traditional gas, propane, and diesel generator technology in numerous ways — particularly in portable applications. Like all fossil fuel-powered generators, inverters use an internal combustion engine...

Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist

While owning a home is an incredible accomplishment, it comes with some important responsibilities that can’t be ignored. Prioritizing maintenance throughout your home is essential and can help you to avoid costly repairs down...

What Is a Rolling Blackout?

Have you recently heard the term “rolling blackouts” or “rotating blackouts”? Are you a local resident and are concerned about how these blackouts may impact you? We’re here to set the story straight and...

How Does Residential Energy Storage Benefit Your Home?

Relying on your local electric company often comes with regular rate hikes, unreliability during outages, and other challenges for residential customers. One way to overcome these setbacks is to store clean energy at home...

Do I Need an Inverter Generator for My House?

Do you need a backup power solution? Is your home power suite missing a reliable source of electricity for outdoor activities? If you answered yes to one or both of these questions, you could...

Does a Fan Use a Lot of Electricity? How Much Wattage Does It Use?

In the thick of the summer months, it can be hard to keep the house cool while also keeping the rising electricity costs at bay. If you constantly reach for the thermostat to cool...

What Is a Deep-Cycle Battery?

From smartphones to electric vehicles, much of the modern world runs on batteries. In South Africa, where load-shedding seems neverending, backup batteries can be a lifesaver. There are millions of types of rechargeable batteries depending on...

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