Our editor-tested and researched portable and whole-home options keep appliances and other essentials running during an emergency—no matter what.

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 ...

How much should homeowners expect to invest in backup power when considering a standby generator in Louisville, KY?

After Hurricane Ike knocked out electricity to most of Houston in 2008, my 83-year-old father fired up his portable generator, running extension cords through an open kitchen window to a handful of ...

The Professor reviews the Delta Pro Ultra 7200w Solar Generator Home Backup Battery ups Power Station by Ecoflow with 240v ...

Choosing the right home generator made simple Selecting a home generator means balancing fuel type, technology, cost, and maintenance. Propane, gasoline, and inverter models each have unique benefits ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." People love the idea of using solar power as an emergency backup power source. When a severe weather ...

"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 ...

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 ...

Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...