Homeowners will want to note the size of their house and electrical panel so they don’t buy more power than is necessary. Generator Type For those wondering, “How much does a generator cost?” the ...

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 ...

More people want a backup, portable generator to have on hand for emergency situations. An alternative source of power can help a household stay put when faraway wildfire or smoke has caused high ...

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Dear Jim: It’s inconvenient when the electric goes off during storms. I want to get a generator. Is it expensive to operate a whole-house generator during outages? If not, why not always use one? – ...

An at-home generator is a back-up system installed outside of your house. It serves to protect your home and family from a power failure by turning on automatically if the grid is compromised by ...

Dear Jim: Our electric rates are high and we have power outages during storms. I want a backup generator for the entire house. What type and size is best and can I use it nonstop instead of the ...

Weather is unpredictable. Strong winds, ice buildup or storms — as well as wildfires or drunk drivers colliding with utility ...

For instance, one key regulatory agency warned that the Pacific Northwest was at elevated risk of insufficient power supply ...

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