All kinds of generators can be called portable, but despite having wheels, many remain large, heavy and awkward to move around. Portable induction generators are very different. While compact and ...

With a full 20-pound propane tank, the Westinghouse WGen9500DF can generate enough electricity to run several household appliances and power tools for up to 7 hours at 50 percent load. As with most ...

Before running out to buy a generator, it’s important to think about how and where you’re going to use it. There are often laws, rules, and restrictions regarding their use in residential homes, with ...

Whether you are camping, hosting an outdoor event with live music and heavy lighting or in the midst of a power outage, portable generators are a smart investment and an essential item to have. While ...

There are multiple ways you can back up the power in your home: You could go with a solar-battery setup, a diesel/gasoline generator, or a propane generator. While all of these have their various pros ...

Picking a generator depends mainly on the size of your home and what you wish to power. The average house will take at least 5,000 to 7,500 watts to run only the most critical equipment—think fridge, ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...