Both provide electricity during an outage—the choice comes down to convenience, price, and powerA portable generator (left) ...

They’re inexpensive and easy to use, and they help keep you safe when doing DIY electrical work. Solution: Test. Use. Verify. First, test the tester by holding it to a known live circuit, like a ...

Avoid fire hazards at home by keeping appliances plugged into a dedicated wall outlet and not an extension cord.