Home standby generators from companies like Champion, Generac, and Kohler are pricey, but they provide immediate backup power ...

A whole-house generator can keep your home comfortable and safe during power outages, but only when it is installed and used correctly. Because these systems run on fuel and connect directly to your ...

Weather is unpredictable. Strong winds or storms can wreak havoc on power lines, resulting in outages that may last hours or ...

Both provide electricity during an outage—the choice comes down to convenience, price, and power A portable generator (left) is much less expensive than a permanently installed whole-house model ...

Introduction: When sudden outages hit because of wild weather, an old power grid, or soaring electricity use, most homeowners feel the stress. Maybe it’s time to swap the noisy, fussy gas generator ...

Instead of scrambling through blackouts, homes can now stay bright, calm, and connected—thanks to whole-home backup power systems. Living near Houston means you get used to certain things: high ...

The F3800 Plus now works with any 240V gas generator when using a Generator Input Adapter (sold separately) New model offers 30% increased solar input efficiency and enhanced generator compatibility ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins ...

This year's Atlantic hurricane season officially started June 1, and it could see above-average activity. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting 13 to 19 named storms by the ...

When the power goes out in the Pacific Northwest, life changes instantly. For some families, it’s a minor inconvenience. For others, it can mean danger. No heat in the dead of winter. No refrigeration ...