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Anker's Solix X1 outside a house with lights on, keeping it powered during a rain storm

Anker’s New Home Battery Tower Is a Sleek, Modular Step Toward Complete Energy Independence

Presented By Anker SOLIX

The DeWalt 8000-Watt Electric Start Gas Generator on grass during testing.

The Best Portable Generators for Go-Anywhere Power, Tested

By Glenda Taylor, Mark Wolfe, Tom Scalisi

The 18 Best Generator Brands

By Tony Carrick, Deirdre Mundorf, Bob Beacham

Gas Line Installation Cost

How Much Does Gas Line Installation Cost?

By Katie Flannery

How Much Does a Home Wind Turbine Cost?

How Much Does a Home Wind Turbine Cost?

By Rochel Maday

Yellow and black Champion dual-fuel generator running on propane

The Champion 8,500-Watt Dual-Fuel Generator Is a Heavy Unit But It Dominated in Our Tests

By Zach Lazzari

A person pointing to the digital display on the Craftsman 6000-watt generator during testing.

Our Hands-On Review of The Craftsman Performance 6,000-Watt Generator

Brick house covered in holiday wreaths and lights.

Do Christmas Lights Use a Lot of Electricity?

By Deirdre Mundorf

Lighting decor macro

Types of Light Bulbs and Light Bulb Shapes Every Homeowner Should Know

By Gretchen Heber, Theresa Clement

zz plant care 101 - how to care for zz plant indoors

ZZ Plant Care

By Savannah Sher

Slash Your Electric Bill with 11 Savvy Hacks

Slash Your Electric Bill with 11 Savvy Hacks

By BobVila.com Staff

KOHLER 26kW Home Generator in the rain

How to Use a Generator When the Power Goes Out

By Timothy Dale

Presented By Kohler Home Generators

Left side: Gas stovetop with two flames lit. Right: Electric stovetop with one burner red

Gas vs. Electric Stove: Which is Better?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Kelly Weimert

The Best Standby Generator Options

The Best Standby Generators

By Timothy Dale

iStock-177552130 standby generator generator at house

6 Things to Know Before Buying a House With a Standby Generator

All You Need to Know About Geothermal Heating Systems

All You Need to Know About Geothermal Heating Systems

By Maureen Blaney Flietner, Bob Vila

11 Deck Lighting Ideas for Illuminating Your Outdoor Space

11 Deck Lighting Ideas for Illuminating Your Outdoor Space

By Miranda Siwak

propane vs natural gas

Should You Make the Switch From Propane to Natural Gas?

By Deirdre Mundorf, Bob Vila, Jennifer Noonan

9 Signs You Need to Replace Your Fridge

9 Signs You Need to Replace Your Fridge

By Glenda Taylor

11 Mistakes Homeowners Make Every Winter

11 Mistakes Homeowners Make Every Winter

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Replacement Windows 101

Replacement Windows 101

By Joe Provey, Bob Vila

How Long Does a Roof Last? Solved!

Solved! This Is How Long You Can Expect Your Roof to Last

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Drought-Tolerant Landscaping Ideas

Drought-Tolerant Landscaping: Top Tips for a Hardy, Low-Maintenance Yard

By Maureen Blaney Flietner, Bob Vila

Solved! What Is a SEER Rating?

By Gretchen Heber, Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

14 Sneaky Ways to Save Money on Your Water Bill

14 Sneaky Ways to Save Money on Your Water Bill

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

9 Creative Ways to Heat Your Pool This Summer

9 Creative Ways to Heat Your Pool This Summer

By Tony Carrick

18 Ways You’re Accidentally Wasting Energy

18 Ways You’re Accidentally Wasting Energy

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Interior Storm Windows - Installation

Interior Storm Windows Save Homeowners Money in Two Ways

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Stacey L. Nash

The Best Places to Install Solar Lights in Your Outdoor Space

The Best Places to Install Solar Lights in Your Outdoor Space

By Tony Carrick

5 Windbreak Ideas That Can Help Conserve Energy at Home

By Stacey L. Nash

Ceiling Fan Direction

All You Need to Know About Ceiling Fan Direction

How to Use a Fireplace

How To: Use a Fireplace

By Katelin Hill, Bob Vila

How to Change a Furnace Filter

Change Filters Frequently to Optimize Furnace Efficiency

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

10 Tips to Improve Your Garage Lighting

10 Ways to Improve Your Garage Lighting

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

Too Hot Upstairs, Too Cold Downstairs? Here’s What to Do

Too Hot Upstairs, Too Cold Downstairs? Here’s What to Do

Faucet Aerators

A Cheap and Easy Way to Slash Your Water Bill

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

The Little-Known Benefits of Pipe Insulation

The Little-Known Benefits of Pipe Insulation

Zoned Heating Diagram

Control Temperatures and Save Energy with Zoned Heating Systems

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Determine Your Home's Energy Efficiency with a Blower Door Test

All You Need to Know About Blower Door Tests

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Solatube Daylighting

Tubular Skylights 101

5 Things to Know Before Installing Storm Windows

5 Things to Know Before Installing Storm Windows

By Michael Franco, Bob Vila

Vinyl Clapboard Siding

Vinyl Siding vs. Fiber Cement: Which Is Right for Your Home?

By Michael Franco, Bob Vila

Ditch the Ducts: Choose Ductless HVAC for Savings and Comfort

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

Gas or Oil Furnace - Which Is Better?

Gas vs. Oil: Which Furnace Is Better?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

These are the Biggest Electricity Hogs in Your Home

These are the Biggest Electricity Hogs in Your Home

By Andreana Lefton

I Installed Solar Panels on My Roof and Here’s What Happened

I Installed Solar Panels on My Roof and Here’s What Happened

By Glenda Taylor

A “Charged” Debate: Portable vs. Standby Generators

A “Charged” Debate: Portable vs. Standby Generators