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Can a Portable Generator Power a House?
Bad weather have been a feature of the environment since, well, forever. Severe storms often lead to power outages that might last for a few hours or a few days. Our modern lifestyle is dependent on keeping the lights on and all the gadgets powered up. What do you do when the power fails? Which…
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How Do You Power Your House With a Generator?
The lights are off and there is no power at home. No worries, you’ve got a generator sitting in your garage. How do you power your house with a portable generator? Introduction A generator is categorized according to how much wattage it produces and what fuel it uses: gasoline or liquid propane. Of course, a…
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What Size Backup Generator Would Run a Whole House?
If you are feeling frustrated by unexpected power failures, then you might be thinking of getting a backup generator for your home. Introduction How many watts does it take to run a whole house during a power outage? Do you need a 18kW, 25kW or a 35kW backup generator to provide power for everything in…
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Generac GP17500E Review: Great Powerful Portable Generator
Do you need emergency backup power for your home, but do not want to install an automatic home standby generator? The Generac GP17500E is a 17500 rated watts portable generator with an electric starter that is an alternative to a stationary standby generator. Is the Generac GP17500E a great generator or not? If you mean…
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Westinghouse iGen4200 Open Frame Inverter Generator Review
The appeal of an open frame design combined with an inverter system is reduced product weight and cleaner power. For this reason, I have chosen to review the Westinghouse iGen4200 open frame inverter generator. Westinghouse iGen4200 Produces 4200 Peak Watts So, this Westinghouse open frame inverter generator provides up to 3500 rated running watts and…
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Honda EU3000i Handi Is Quiet But Costly Inverter Generator
The EU3000i Handi (model number EU3000IH1A) weighs only 78 lbs: because of that, Honda says it is the lightest and most compact 3000-watt inverter generator in their line-up. I like its compact design with the folding handle, fixed carrying handles and recessed wheels. What types of devices can the EU3000i Handi run? The EU3000i Handi…
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Generac GP3500iO Open Frame Inverter Generator Review
Open frame inverter generators might look like normal portable generators, but the addition of an inverter system makes it quieter, and it provides cleaner power. For this review, I answer a few questions about the noise level, fuel capacity, run time and application of the Generac GP3500iO open frame inverter generator (model number 7128). What…
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Generac iQ3500 Generates Competition For Honda Generator
Is the Generac iQ3500 better than a similar size Honda inverter generator or not? My review of the Generac iQ3500 compares it to the Honda EU3000iS and answers a few questions before reaching a verdict. Generac iQ3500 vs. Honda EU3000iS It appears that Generac is targeting the Honda EU3000iS with the iQ3500 portable inverter generator…
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Rockpals RP300W 280Wh Portable Power Station Review
Is the Rockpals RP300W your friend when rambling around the rocks or beating through the bush in the great outdoors? How about keeping your phone, tablet or laptop computer in power during an emergency? I review this Rockpals 280Wh lithium battery pack to see if it rocks or not. Accessories Are Included This Rockpals 280Wh…
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Jackery Explorer 160 Portable Power Station Review
It seems like the Jackery Explorer 160 is a popular portable power station for outdoor activities. In this review, I consider its various features to find out why it is a popular choice. I also compare it to the Explorer 240 and 500 models and answer a few questions before reaching a conclusion. Lithium Battery…
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Anker Powerhouse 200 Provides Portable Power At High Price
The Anker Powerhouse 200 is a compact and useful item to take along on your outdoor trips. It provides 200 watt-hours worth of portable battery power. It will keep your laptop computer, camera or smartphone charged and ready for work or play. Anker Powerhouse 200: Overview The Powerhouse 200 might not have enough battery capacity…
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Champion 100263 3400W Inverter Generator Runs Like a Champ
The Champion 100263 is a 3000-watt dual fuel portable inverter generator that can run on either gasoline or propane. Introduction Most people would prefer to buy a 3000-watt Honda inverter generator to provide portable power for their camping trips. However, few people can afford to pay more than $2000 to own such a Honda generator.…
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Champion 75537i Inverter Generator Has Wireless Remote Start
If you do not want to go out into the cold morning air to start a generator to brew your first cup of coffee, then you should consider buying a portable generator with a wireless remote start key fob. In light of that, here is my review of the Champion 75537i 3100-watt inverter generator with…
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DuroMax XP4400E Portable Generator With Electric Key Start
The DuroMax XP4400E portable generator provides 3500 continuous watts and up to 4400 surge watts. An electric key start and onboard battery makes it easy to start. Its retail price is also very competitive, but it requires frequent oil and fuel changes to keep it in good running order. Should you buy the DuroMax XP4400E…
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Briggs & Stratton Q6500 Portable Inverter Generator Review
Does the Briggs & Stratton Q6500 portable inverter generator have your back during power outages? Can it supply quiet power when the power quits? Read my Briggs & Stratton Q6500 Quiet Power Series inverter generator review to learn more. Q6500 Goes Up To 6500 Surge Watts The Briggs & Stratton Q6500 provides up to 6500…
