If you live in an area prone to frequent weather-induced power outages, consider investing in a generator. A generator can help power your family through monsoon storms or any time the power goes out.

CR's experts help you select the right type and size of generator to keep the electricity flowing, whether you have frequent power outages or none at all To determine the size generator you need, we ...

As storms continue surging across Houston, thousands of Southeast Texas residents facing ongoing power outages may consider purchasing a backup generator. According to Consumer Reports, the generators ...

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Many homeowners are surprised to learn that most solar systems stop working during an outage — even on sunny days. That’s why many people add a backup generator (or solar batteries) to make sure their ...

Solar panels can only generate electricity; they can’t store it, so you must pair them with a stand-alone battery bank or a power station. For home emergency power (for a few hours of power), we ...

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Preparing for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season means more than just stocking up on supplies, it also means being ready for potential power outages. For many, that includes relying on a generator to ...

When most homeowners think about preparing for a power outage, the packing list is simple: flashlight, candles, portable charger, first aid kit, bottled water, maybe a deck of playing cards… However, ...

Q: I plan to install a backup generator for power outages. How do I determine what size I need? Would it make economic sense to just use one all the time? A: Smaller portable or large whole-house ...