Spring is a season of contradictions. The longer days and warmer temperatures mean summer is right around the corner, but harsh storms and late snowfall remind us that there are still a few months of ...

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 ...

To get the best efficiency for my battery backup system I want to make sure that the backup battery is large enough to cope with at least twice the total amp hours required in my calculations. So, in ...

A home standby generator is a luxury, and for some people a necessity. Also known as whole-house generators or stationary generators, these units cost about $2,000 to $5,000. And the professional ...

The power just went out—again. As you dig around for candles and wonder whether your laptop is fully charged, you think, “I’m finally going to get a generator.” Let’s say you want a generator that can ...

Q: Aside from plumbing issues, I enjoy your bonus columns about other topics such as installing standby generators. I lost my electrical power for days earlier this year due to heavy snowstorms. Now ...

Going days without electricity has a way of making a person plan ahead for the next time the lights go out. Portable generator makers and big-box retailers are reporting increased demand for portable ...

Will my home value increase if I install a generator? Home generators have a sole purpose; to provide power to your home when your electric company cannot. Loss of power can simply be a result of a ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. When the power goes out, a generator is the ...