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.

Learn how to prepare your home and safely connect a backup generator for power during outages from extreme weather or utility ...

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Portable generators can keep critical devices and appliances powered during an outage. Our top picks include solar, gas, and ...

Life's unpredictability extends beyond weather patterns and traffic jams. Power outages, while unwelcome, are a reality we all have to face occasionally. Whether it's a storm knocking down power lines ...

When the power goes out because of a hurricane, a storm, or a problem with the electrical grid, portable generators and whole-house generators will do the same important task: provide electricity ...

“Our dealers, as a routine matter, ask the type of questions [shown] to ensure the generator meets the application requirements,” says John Garcia, Doosan Portable Power. “The supplier’s goal is to ...