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The Differences Between Standby And Portable Generators

The climate is changing and, with it, the weather has become more unpredictable. In certain areas, this has caused storms and other natural calamities to bring more frequent power outages. And, if you have been involved in more than one, you have probably started to think about investing in a generator.  Standby and portable generators […]

Five Tips to Reduce Whole Home Generator Noise

Many homeowners in the market for backup generators worry about how much noise their units might make. After all, they require an engine to drive the alternator that generates electricity. And that sounds like it should be loud.  But how loud are generators, exactly? And do they comply with neighborhood noise levels?  The Generac generators […]

How Long Can A Generac Generator Run Nonstop?

Most power cuts are short-lived. According to data from the US Energy Information Administration, the average electricity customer must endure four hours per year without mains supply. But, for some, outages are much longer, prompting them to wonder how long Generac generators can run nonstop. What if they have to keep going for days or […]

5 Reasons To Buy A Generac Backup Generator

Is there anything more inconvenient and troublesome than a power outage? Your television viewing will be cut short, the food in your freezer will start to thaw, and you will have no access to the internet! It is possible to fill your time when a power outage occurs, but let’s be honest, you don’t want […]

How The Current Power Grid Works

Have you ever stopped to think about how your home gets its power? You use electricity every single day, for so many appliances in and around your property. The same goes for business owners: you’ve come to rely on a steady supply of electricity every single day.  But, how does electricity get to your property? […]

How Does A Whole-Home Generator Work?

Grid electricity works most of the time. But, according to Statista, the US only has a reliability index of 98.6 out of 100, behind countries such as South Korea, Finland, Hong Kong, and Belgium, making whole-home generators necessary.  But what are they and how do they work? What Is A Whole-Home Generator?  A whole-home generator […]

How Do Power Outages Happen

Power outages can lead to disruptions and annoyances in homes and businesses across the country. They can happen in an instant, with no prior warning. But, have you ever wondered why power outages happen? In this short guide, we’ll explain all of the most common reasons you might suffer from a power outage on your […]

Protect Yourself From Storm Chasers: 5 Tips to Protect Yourself

When you think of storm chasers, people in high-tech trucks and vans who are out following the trajectory of a big storm or tornado might come to mind.  But, those storm chasers are working for the greater scientific good. Unfortunately, there is another type of storm chaser that wants nothing to do with the greater […]

What You Should Know About Generators

It always seems like such a bright idea, but it is something that we don’t necessarily think about until those rare situations actually arise. When the power goes out in your home, and it lasts longer than a few hours, the natural reaction is to regret that we didn’t purchase a generator sooner. Having a […]

What Size Generator Do I Need?

The importance of having power in your home cannot be underestimated. Home generators were recently considered to be the next must-have appliance for any home and it is easy to see why. Whole-home generators are becoming a must-have appliance this year, with demand at an all-time high. But it is not just about the demand, […]