Batteries

Guides, comparisons, and practical advice for portable power stations, home batteries, expansion systems, battery chemistry, capacity, and runtime planning.

Large portable power station powering an air fryer and laptop beside a refrigerator during an outage

Batteries

What Can a 2,000-Watt Portable Power Station Run?

August 22, 2026 14 min read

See what a 2,000-watt portable power station can run, with realistic runtime estimates for refrigerators, air fryers, microwaves, sump pumps, heaters, and electronics.

Portable inverter generator safely positioned away from a camper van at a mountain campsite

Batteries

Best Generator for Van Life and RV Travel: What Size Do You Need?

August 16, 2026 14 min read

Choose the right generator size for a camper van, 30-amp RV, or 50-amp RV—including air-conditioning loads, fuel, noise, and safe operation.

Central air conditioner with a professionally installed soft starter and an outdoor backup generator

Batteries

Benefits of a Soft Start for Your Air Conditioner: Is It Worth It?

August 15, 2026 14 min read

An AC soft starter can reduce compressor startup current, help central air run on backup power, limit light dimming, and make startup smoother.

Electric furnace and whole-home battery backup system during a snowy winter power outage

Outage Planning

Can a Generator Run an Electric Furnace During a Power Outage?

August 2, 2026 13 min read

Learn what size generator an electric furnace needs, why most batteries fall short, and how heat pumps, regional costs, and safe connections change the plan.

A portable power station running a refrigerator

Outage Planning

What Size Portable Power Station Do You Need to Run a Refrigerator?

July 30, 2026 11 min read

Learn how to size a portable power station for a refrigerator using battery capacity, compressor surge, daily energy use, and realistic outage runtime.

Sump pump connected to backup battery power in a dry basement during a storm

Batteries

How to Keep a Sump Pump Running During a Power Outage

July 21, 2026 15 min read

Learn how to keep a sump pump running during an outage with battery backup pumps, portable power stations, generators, and layered protection.

Choosing the best home battery backup system

Batteries

Home Battery Backup Systems: Pros, Cons, and the Best Brands to Consider in 2026

July 19, 2026 21 min read

Compare the advantages, disadvantages, sizing requirements, and top brands before choosing a home battery backup system for your home.

Electric vehicle connected to a large portable power station outside a suburban home

Electric Vehicles

Can You Charge an Electric Vehicle With a Portable Power Station?

July 18, 2026 20 min read

A portable power station can charge an electric vehicle, but capacity, inverter output, grounding, and charging losses determine how useful it will be.