When winter storms, high winds, or unexpected grid maintenance knock out electricity, being able to hook up a backup generator can be a real lifeline. It keeps critical systems running so you can stay ...

Extreme cold is hitting, here's how to safely hook up a generator to your house before you lose power.

When the power goes out because of a hurricane, a storm, or a problem with the electrical grid, portable generators and whole-house generators will do the same important task: provide electricity ...

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