How Do You Connect a Backup Power Generator to Your Home?

A backup power generator provides much-needed electricity during a power outage. It can be a lifesaver for those living in areas prone to extreme weather or blackouts.  A generator ensures that essential appliances such as...

How to Set Up a Solar Backup Generator: A Step-by-Step Guide

Traditional fossil-fueled home backup generators provide a convenient tool for keeping the lights on and the appliances running when you lose power. Unfortunately, they also tend to be extremely loud, produce potentially deadly carbon...

How Long Can a Battery-Powered Solar Generator Last?

A battery-powered solar generator can supply electricity off-grid and during a power outage.  Some can even run an entire house.  If you purchase a portable power station with solar charging capabilities, you have numerous options to...

The Delta 2 Portable Power Station Reviews

This review is written by Jesse over at The Camping Nerd (thecampingnerd.com). The full review can be found here. The Delta 2 As full-time travelers that blog about camping and traveling gear, we have tested a...

When Lightning Strikes: Home Safety Preparation for Electrical Storms

A typical American home averages 75 electrical outlets that power everything from your toothbrush to thousands of dollars worth of technology. Each of those outlets is a potential source of danger to your home...

How to Prepare for a Long-Term Power Outage

Most people rarely think about where their electricity comes from—until it's not there. Long-term power outages remain relatively infrequent. But with aging infrastructure, ever-worsening extreme weather events, and geopolitical instability increasing, long-term blackouts are...

10 Winter Safety Tips for Cold Weather: A Starter’s Guide

In many parts of the world, winter brings pillowy white snow, cozy evenings by the fire, and festive spirits for the holiday season. And while this yearly change of seasons is a welcomed perk...

How to Stay Safe During Heat Waves and Extreme Heat

Heat waves are becoming increasingly frequent worldwide due to climate change and other factors.  Knowing how to keep you and your loved ones cool, healthy, and hydrated during a heat wave is crucial for your...

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