A Guide to Generator Maintenance

generator maintenance tips

Generator maintenance is essential to ensure it runs smoothly and safely. Depending on the type of generator you have, there may be different maintenance requirements. Most generators will need regular services such as an oil change and filter replacements every fifty hours of operation or once per year, whichever comes first.  To ensure optimal performance … Read more

How Many Appliances Can a 5,000 Watt Generator Power?

5000 Watt appliances run by generator

A 5,000 Watt generator is a popular choice for home backup power, but how many appliances can it actually power? In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the capability of a 5,000 Watts generator and answer the question of how many appliances it can handle at once. Whether you’re looking to power your … Read more

What is the most efficient fuel for a generator?

most efficient fuel for a generator

Choosing the right fuel for a home backup generator can be a tricky task. Factors such as how often, how long, and at what load the generator is running must be considered to ensure optimal performance. For a long time, diesel generators were thought to be the most efficient option due to their high energy … Read more

Are Pulsar Generators Any Good?

Are Pulsar generators good?

Pulsar generators are getting more and more popular all over the US. This generator brand is among the youngest but the most successful in America. However, how can one be sure if Pulsar generators are good enough? What makes them worth buying in contrast to some of the most trusted brands like Honda or Westinghouse? … Read more

Best running generator cover

best running generator cover

Running a portable generator in rain is not desirable as it will reduce the lifetime of this device especially if rains are frequent in your area. It is not just bad for the generator’s lifetime, but, it can also become dangerous for you and your relatives. In case of heavy rain, puddles will start to … Read more

Does a Portable Generator Need to Be Grounded?

Portable generator grounding

Safety first is a prominent collocation we hear all the time. When it comes to using a portable generator, you do really want to make sure to follow all the safety guidelines, especially, having your portable generator properly grounded. Having said that, there is a lot of confusing information about the grounding you can find … Read more

Will a 6500-Watt Generator Run a Heat Pump?

Running a heat pump on a 6,500 Watts generator

Yes, a 6,500-Watt generator will run your 1 or 2-ton heat pump. This is because the 6,500W power generator provides at least 6,500 starting Watts (usually more, depending on the specific model) that are required to get small heat pumps to start. A bigger heat pump will require significantly more startup Watts. For example, you … Read more

Propane vs Gas Generators

Propane vs Gas generators

Propane and gas generators are useful to have around in the event of a power outage. You can use both of them to power your most important appliances, such as a fridge, a heat pump, or house lighting. But, how do you choose between propane and gasoline generators? Which one is the best? Propane generators … Read more