Blackouts happen, and generators can make them a lot less awful. But what kind of generator do you need, and how powerful does it have to be? Here’s how to tell.

Maintenance cost is one of several you'll need to account for. Maintenance cost is one of several generator costs you'll need to account for. Understanding the costs, installation requirements and ...

If you experience regular power outages or live somewhere that's considered high risk for disasters such as hurricanes or fires, a home generator or large power bank may be worth investing in. Both ...

Editor’s Note — October 9, 2025: We checked our recommendations to verify that they are still in stock and competitively priced. We’ve also added a standby generator, the Generac Guardian 22-Kilowatt ...

Cost, sizing, and ROI explained.

(BPT) - Like most Americans, you've probably been living, learning and working from home more than ever, which means you need power all day long - for your HVAC system to your internet connection and, ...

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Having a home generator can be a game-changer during unpredictable situations, whether caused by severe weather or downed power lines in your neighborhood. But to make sure your generator actually ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...