Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When the power goes out, most people focus on issues such as lack of light and heat. But without power, many modern amenities that ...

Power outages cost U.S. businesses $150 billion annually, disrupting operations, damaging equipment, and causing lost revenue. For homeowners, outages can mean spoiled food, unsafe conditions, and ...

Dear Jim: There are occasional electrical power outages in my area, so I thought about getting an automatic whole-house emergency generator. Are they expensive to operate and can they really power an ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The power just went out—again. As you dig around for candles and wonder whether your laptop is fully ...

Mr. Electric, a global franchise organization offering electrical installation and repair through more than 120 locations worldwide, announced a national alliance with Generac to offer customers ...

When a storm, then CL&P, leaves you in the dark, maybe it’s time to formulate your own emergency response. What if, next time power goes out on your street, a standby generator automatically kicks in ...

Q: I'm an older gentleman living in Florida, and recently I read one of your columns on permanently installed automatic generators now available for home use. I have special-need medical equipment ...

When you lose power, a whole-house generator keeps your home’s systems up and running. Some are permanently installed to power your home in an emergency, while others are portable for off-grid camping ...