Sales of portable generators tend to spike around major storms, from just before to weeks afterward. But getting a portable generator up and running in a hurry often means bypassing the recommended ...

A whole-house generator can keep your home comfortable and safe during power outages, but only when it is installed and used correctly. Because these systems run on fuel and connect directly to your ...

Among other random weather events, the annual hurricane season—which runs through November—prompts many to rush out and buy portable generators, but you shouldn’t wait until disaster hits to acquire ...

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 tripped breakers instead of restored power. The difference between a ...