Homesteader describes first winter with a DIY setup to avoid the 'sketchy' power grid: 'Ice storm knocked out power for three days'

A homesteader in rural Tennessee took matters into their own hands after becoming fed up with a "sketchy" power grid that caused them to lose power at least 10 times per year.
The Cool Down

Tech reporter breaks down how to avoid blackouts without a generator: 'We need to be more prepared'

One California apartment renter decided to install backup batteries like the Pila battery to avoid the headaches of blackouts.

You Can Now Install—and Update—Microsoft Store Apps Using the Command Line

By typing simple, text-based commands into Windows' PowerShell, you can quickly install apps directly from the Microsoft ...

Aksesuar Design Leads 2026 European Kitchen Remodeling across DC, VA, MD, and NY

Aksesuar Design announces the Quiet Kitchen System, a field-tested performance standard and delivery process for modern ...
CNET

10 New Large Appliance Features That Prove the Home Is Getting Smarter in 2026

The future of the home is taking shape. After a massive three-day home, kitchen and bath showcase in Orlando, these are the innovations that stood out.

Fridge.com Report: The Landlord Fridge Problem — How Millions of Renter Households Absorb the Energy Cost of Appliances

Analysis by Fridge.com of Census data for 32,052 cities and EIA RECS survey data reveals a structural appliance ...

7 ways to outsmart D-FW weather if you’re building or updating your home

Building professionals share the home upgrades that will make a difference when it comes to protection against the weather.

Backyard Banger to Showcase World’s First Garden Hose Kitchen & Wet Bar on Wheels at The Colorado Garden & Home Show

"Whether it's deployments, birthdays, graduations, football games, you name it, America grills in the backyard," Ty ...

4 Costco Fridges You Should Buy And 4 You Should Avoid

If you want to buy a smart fridge from Costco, then select models of Samsung, LG, Cafe, and KitchenAid fridges are your best ...

The Exact Fridge Temperature You Should Use, Backed By Science

Consumer Reports says that your fridge needs to be set to 40 degrees Fahrenheit or below in order to prevent the growth of ...

They put $300,000 down to move up in Passyunk Square | How I Bought This House

After selling their first home, this couple rolled their equity into a $725,000 house in the same neighborhood.