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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

If you often lose power where you live, whether because of seasonal storms such as hurricanes or due to problems with the electrical grid, having a whole-house generator can be very convenient. It ...

If you often lose power where you live, having a whole-house generator ensures that your appliances are available when you need them, even hardwired devices like your well pump, water heater, and air ...

With the colder months approaching, we face the possibility of power outages that can last from hours to weeks. Investing in a standby generator is one of the best ways to keep your most important ...

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 ...