When extreme weather, power surges, or grid-wide maintenance cuts you off, having a backup generator can be a lifesaver, providing essential power for heating, lighting, and cooking. I'm a master ...

Versatility: Portable generators work well for a wider variety of tasks than a dedicated standby generator. In addition to ...

Home standby generators from companies like Champion, Generac, and Kohler can be pricey, but they provide immediate backup power during outagesWhole-house generators are more expensive than ...

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From rolling blackouts in California to windstorms toppling forests (and power lines) in Washington State; hurricanes devastating communities along the eastern seaboard to electrical grid failures in ...

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The inconvenience of inclement weather can run the gamut from canceling weekend activities, ruining whatever is in your fridge to causing serious damage.While we don’t have any tech (yet) to protect ...

It hasn’t been that long since humans figured out how to create power grids that integrated multiple generators and consumers. Ever since AC won the battle of the currents, grid operators have had to ...