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Backup Power and Generators

When the grid goes down, power keeps food cold, phones charged and medical devices running. Choose a quiet battery power station for indoor use, a fuel generator for big loads, or both.

Updated November 1, 2026

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DuroMax XP13000EH Dual Fuel Generator

Whole home backup power on gas or propane with electric start and transfer switch ready outlets.

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EcoFlow DELTA Pro Portable Power Station

Massive battery capacity that can back up key home circuits. Expandable and solar ready.

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Jackery Explorer Solar Generator Bundle

A power station plus solar panels. Quiet, indoor safe and rechargeable from the sun.

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Anker SOLIX Home Backup Power Station

High capacity home backup that can run large appliances for hours.

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Bluetti Portable Power Station

Long life battery chemistry made for daily cycling and backup.

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EcoFlow RIVER Compact Power Station

Small, light and quick to charge. Runs phones, lights, CPAP and laptops.

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Champion Dual Fuel Inverter Generator

Quieter, fuel efficient generator with clean power for electronics.

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Westinghouse Dual Fuel Portable Generator

Electric start workhorse that runs the fridge, freezer and lights.

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200 Watt Foldable Solar Panel

Recharge a power station from sunshine with no fuel at all.

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BLAVOR Solar Power Bank with Flashlight

10,000 mAh battery with a solar panel, wireless charging and a built in light.

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Anker Portable Phone Charger Power Bank

Keeps phones alive for days. Put one in every kit.

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Energizer AA and AAA Battery Combo Pack

48 batteries that hold power for years in storage.

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Rechargeable AA Batteries with Charger

Recharge from a power station or solar instead of buying more.

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Battery Powered Carbon Monoxide Alarm

Essential safety gear for anyone using a generator or fuel heater.

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Generator Transfer Switch Kit

Safely powers chosen home circuits. Have a licensed electrician install it.

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Heavy Duty Generator Extension Cord

Rated cords move power safely from the generator to your gear.

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Fuel Stabilizer

Keeps stored gasoline fresh for up to two years.

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Sump Pump Battery Backup System

Prevents a flooded basement when storms knock out power.

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12V Portable Refrigerator Freezer

Runs from a power station or car to keep medicine and food cold.

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EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra Whole Home System

Expandable whole home battery backup with solar charging.

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Generac Home Standby Generator

Turns on automatically when the power fails. Requires professional installation.

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400 Watt Portable Solar Panel

Fast solar charging for large power stations.

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Hand Crank Generator

Make small amounts of power by hand when nothing else works.

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Solar Charging Station for Phones

Charge phones and small devices from the sun.

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What to look for

  1. Add up the watts you need. A fridge, lights and phones need far less than a whole home.
  2. Battery power stations are safe to run indoors. Fuel generators are never safe indoors or in a garage.
  3. Pair a power station with solar panels so you can recharge without fuel.
  4. Dual fuel generators run on gas or propane, and propane stores for years.
  5. Always have a battery powered carbon monoxide alarm if you own a generator.
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Common questions

What size generator do I need for a power outage?

A fridge, lights, phones and a few small devices usually need about 2,000 to 4,000 watts of running power. Whole home backup with central air needs much more, often 10,000 watts or above.

Is a power station or a generator better?

Power stations are quiet, safe indoors and need no fuel, but hold limited energy. Generators run large loads for days on fuel but must stay outdoors. Many families own one of each.

Where is it safe to run a generator?

Only outdoors, far from windows, doors and vents. The CDC advises keeping generators at least 20 feet from your home. Never run one in a garage, even with the door open.