Blackouts happen, and generators can make them a lot less awful. But what kind of generator do you need, and how powerful does it have to be? Here’s how to tell.

Frank Paul never wanted to be without electricity again after losing power and heat for 12 hours during the February freeze. He knew hurricane season was on its way. So, Paul, 46, went shopping, ...

Refuel only after turning off the generator and allowing it to cool for at least 15 minutes. Gasoline spilled on hot engine parts can ignite instantly. Store your fuel in away from living spaces and ...

It's about time to prepare for summer by selecting a home battery or generator that can make sure your air conditioning stays up and running. Batteries and generators provide the same basic service, ...

The risk of grid blackouts is rising, and the Department of Energy said weather-related power outages due to extreme weather rose by 80% in the United States from 2011 through 2023. With the U.S. grid ...

Having a generator to provide backup power can be helpful, no matter where you live, but it’s downright essential if you reside in an area prone to extreme weather and frequent power outages.