There’s also a less expensive alternative to a transfer switch, called an interlock device. The idea is similar: When the power goes out, you plug your generator into the same outdoor outlet. But ...

Whether it’s a hurricane, ice storm, even a wildfire, power outages seem to be happening more often and in more places. Maybe you’re thinking about buying a generator to keep the juice flowing. While ...

As backup power sources become more common in residential construction (Photo 1), many homeowners have learned about the needs and benefits of transfer switches. They know in the event of an electric ...