Fix It Homestead on MSN

The extension-cord setup that’s safer during an outage and the one that isn’t

When the lights go out, the way you string together a few cords can quietly decide whether your home stays safely powered or ...
Fix It Homestead on MSN

What to do before you start a generator so you don’t trip breakers instantly

When the lights go out, a portable generator can feel like a lifeline, but if you rush the startup, you can end up staring at ...
The Cool Down

Homeowners sound the alarm after federal report reveals the dangers of backup generators: 'Every single year … there's a report of a few people dying'

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hundreds of people die from carbon monoxide poisoning each year.