Excess energy consumption harms the environment and your wallet. To save money on your monthly power bill, it’s important to know about the average energy breakdown of your home appliances and how to cut down on that power further. What Appliances Use the Most Electricity? Heating appliances consume the most energy, according to the U.S. […]
Energy Guides
How Many Watts Does It Take To Run a Refrigerator?
Since your refrigerator or freezer is one of only a few appliances that run all day long, it can use a non-negligible amount of power. If you calculate how many kilowatt-hours your refrigerator uses, you can even figure out how much of your energy bill is going to your refrigerator each month! Most refrigerators will […]
How Much Energy Does a TV Use?
While electronics like TVs don’t use as much electricity as large appliances, the way you use them can significantly impact their energy efficiency. We’ll do our best to answer the question, “How many watts does a TV use?” and several more in this short guide. TV Power Usage Variables How much electricity does a TV […]
Everything You Need to Know About Generator Power Line Conditioners
Having a backup power supply for your home comes in handy when you need an alternative power source. A portable generator is an excellent source of backup power, but not all equipment operates with an open frame portable generator. Sensitive electronic equipment such as LCD TVs, computers, or audio equipment needs electrical power with less […]
What Is The Difference Between An Alternator And A Generator?
It’s confusing to understand the difference between alternator and generator. They’re both used to generate electricity, but the way they do it is what makes them different. When most people talk about a generator, their mind roams towards a portable generator you would use as a home backup or for a recreational vehicle. Then, when […]
How To Prepare For Power Outage (Safety Tips)
It can happen for a variety of reasons: A powerful storm, or too much snow, perhaps. Even a squirrel can cause days-long power outages. You never know when the power’s going to go out. But when it does, you’re going to wish you were more prepared. To avoid uncomfortable — or even dangerous […]
How To Manage Your Noisy Generator
Having a generator around can get you out of a quick bind if the power goes out, or be your best friend while traveling around on a boat or RV where the nearest power outlet is miles away. The only downside of a portable generator besides their fuel consumption is the fact that none of […]
Can I Use A Portable Generator To Charge My Tesla Car?
Tesla cars have revolutionized the way we interface with and conceptualize electric cars. Previously, electric cars were all seen as possibly not the most attractive cars, plus they seemed a be inefficient ways to travel. Ever since Teslas have hit the market, that way of thinking has been completely shattered. Besides looking sleek […]
10 Generator Safety Tips You Should Adhere To
A portable generator can provide backup power when your home electricity is out or portable power for industrial or recreational use. It’s not uncommon to see a portable generator used to run power tools at a job site or running appliances and electronics at the RV park when there is a power outage. Having a […]