If you’re thinking of connecting an electrical generator to your household to provide backup power during an outage, there are different options. One of the simplest, most flexible and most economical ...

Plus an alternative that could save you hundreds of dollars By Paul Hope, Allen St. John Sales of portable generators tend to spike around major storms. But getting a portable generator up and running ...

As backup power sources become more common in residential construction (Photo 1), many homeowners have learned about the needs and benefits of transfer switches. They know in the event of an electric ...

An ATS enables safe and automatic transitions from utility to backup generator power. CAMARILLO, Calif., Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nature's Generator, a leader in renewable-energy home integration ...

Our pick for the best overall standby generator, the Generac Guardian, is selling on Amazon for less than anywhere else.

Heath installs a generator transfer switch; Mark fixes a faulty brick lintel repair. Heath Eastman assists a homeowner who wants to hook up a generator to their home by installing a transfer switch to ...

Generators are critical during severe weather events, when the power can go out. They can bring power to remote job sites, aid in disaster recovery and assist ...

Both provide electricity during an outage—the choice comes down to convenience, price, and powerA portable generator (left) ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Think about what you plan on using your generator for, as well as where you’ll be ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Whether it’s a hurricane, an ice storm, or even a wildfire, power outages seem to be happening more often and in more places. Maybe you’re thinking about buying a generator to keep ...

Get help calculating what size generator you need. Plus, advice on whether to pay more for an inverter model, or even invest in a whole-home generator.