Cleary advises homeowners to think about generator capacity in two ways: essential coverage and whole-home coverage.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Whether it’s a hurricane, an ice storm, or even a wildfire, power outages seem to be happening more often and in more places. Maybe you’re thinking about buying a generator to keep ...

So, you’ve decided to buy a generator. Generators are a fantastic way to ensure power during blackouts and help to provide power to places where electrical service is not an option. If you’re doing a ...

More people want a backup, portable generator to have on hand for emergency situations. An alternative source of power can help a household stay put when faraway wildfire or smoke has caused high ...

Dear Jim: Our electric rates are high and we have power outages during storms. I want a backup generator for the entire house. What type and size is best and can I use it nonstop instead of the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." No one likes to be in the dark during a storm. Those who live in cities may not experience frequent power ...

Winter is the time that ice storms can down power lines, knocking out electricity for hours, sometimes days at a time. For many homeowners without power, the solution is putting a portable generator ...

Severe weather costs the United States between $18 billion and $33 billion a year. And that number just goes up when there’s a major event: In 2008, when Hurricane Ike hit, weather-related outages ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? No one likes to be in the dark during a storm. Those who live in cities may not ...