Sales of portable generators tend to spike around major storms, from just before to weeks afterward. But getting a portable generator up and running in a hurry often means bypassing the recommended ...

A transfer switch is an essential component of any backup power system, whether you’re using a portable generator or a permanently installed standby generator. It allows you to safely switch between ...

If you’re thinking of connecting an electrical generator to your household to provide backup power during an outage, there are different options. One of the simplest, most flexible and most economical ...

Hurricane and wildfire seasons are underway, and they appear to be getting longer and more severe in recent years. In response to this, portable generators and power stations have become critical ...

An automatic transfer switch (ATS) seamlessly shifts electrical load from the utility to a backup generator during power outages. It ensures continuous power, improves safety, and protects sensitive ...

Nature’s Generator added a 50-amp 120/240V 12-circuit transfer switch its lineup of power transfer switches. Designed to connect a home power supply to a solar-powered home’s power supply to a battery ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Think about what you plan on using your generator for, as well as where you’ll be ...

I need an automatic power transfer (changeover) switch for a rainwater pump on a 20A circuit. My electrician doesn't seem to be able to come up with anything under $3-4 grand installed, more than ...

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