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1 week ago | 
popularmechanics.com | David Dritsas
Solar panels can only generate electricity; they can’t store it, so you must pair them with a stand-alone battery bank or a power station. For home emergency power (for a few hours of power), we recommend a power station with a capacity of at least 5,000 watt-hours (Wh) or more and a solar panel array that can output at least 500 to 1,000 watts or more.
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1 week ago | 
aol.com | Bradley Ford |David Dritsas
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."Solar panels can only generate electricity; they can’t store it, so you must pair them with a stand-alone battery bank or a power station. For home emergency power (for a few hours of power), we recommend a power station with a capacity of at least 5,000 watt-hours (Wh) or more and a solar panel array that can output at least 500 to 1,000 watts or more.
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4 weeks ago | 
flipboard.com | David Dritsas
How to Connect a Generator to Your HouseThere’s more than one way to connect, but you must take great care. No one likes to be in the dark during a storm. Those who live in cities may not experience frequent power outages, but many rural and suburban communities know all too well how it feels to be left without power. This makes a …
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4 weeks ago | 
popularmechanics.com | David Dritsas
No one likes to be in the dark during a storm. Those who live in cities may not experience frequent power outages, but many rural and suburban communities know all too well how it feels to be left without power. This makes a portable home generator a popular piece of gear to keep on hand, but connecting one to the house takes a bit of know-how and planning.
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1 month ago | 
popularmechanics.com | David Dritsas
The , our pick for the best small and basic electric lawn mower, is currently 20% off, knocking $60 off the list price. You can get $150 off our top choice of a tractor-style riding lawn mower, the Cub Cadet XT1 Enduro LT. The price of the Ego Z6 Zero-Turn Mower dropped 27%—one of the best discounts we found on an electric zero-turn mower. The time to buy a lawn mower is now.
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2 months ago | 
popularmechanics.com | David Dritsas
Replacing your lawn mower blade every year or two is essential to keeping your grass looking sharp. Over time, the blade’s edge will dull, either from general wear or damage from debris like sticks, stones, and roots. You can extend its life by sharpening it at the start of growing season, but eventually, you will need to replace it when the blade becomes too nicked and worn. Luckily, this is an easy chore that you can easily perform yourself with just a few tools.
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2 months ago | 
popularmechanics.com | David Dritsas
Sharpening your lawn mower’s blade is key to a good-looking lawn. A dull blade creates ragged edges on grass tips that can turn brown after a few days or invite fungi and disease. Keeping the mower blade in top shape is just as fundamental to lawn care as watering and fertilizing. And while you could take a lawn mower blade to be sharpened at the local hardware store, it really isn’t difficult or time consuming to do it yourself.
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Nov 7, 2024 | 
usnews.com | Anthony O'Reilly |David Dritsas |Anthony O’Reilly
When working on cars, bikes, or any job that requires precision fastening, a torque wrench is key. This tool fastens and loosens nuts and bolts to a preset torque setting, or the amount of force being applied to the fastener. This ensures you’re not over-tightening a bolt to the point it breaks or becomes rounded, making it difficult to remove, or under-tightening a part that could come apart.
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Nov 5, 2024 | 
usnews.com | Jamie Sanders |David Dritsas
There’s nothing like the feeling of kicking off your uncomfortable shoes in favor of super soft, plush slippers. The best slippers for men do more than just keep you warm and cozy – they offer comfort, pampering, and support when you’re walking around the house. “I [recommend] patients use a house slipper that offers excellent shock absorption, heel support, and adequate arch support,” says Elizabeth Bass Daughtry, DPM, D.ABFAS, FACFAS, a podiatric surgeon at Piedmont Foot and Ankle Specialists.
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Nov 3, 2024 | 
usnews.com | Korin Miller |David Dritsas
Outdoor motion sensor lights offer home protection along with illumination in dark spots, flipping on and off as needed. “Outdoor motion sensors enhance security, deter intruders, provide convenience, and improve safety by automatically illuminating areas when movement is detected," explains Joel Worthington, president of Mr. Electric. There’s a range of outdoor motion sensor lights to choose from, including flood lights, path lights, and lanterns.
