Versatility: Portable generators work well for a wider variety of tasks than a dedicated standby generator. In addition to ...

Home generators are effective options to power appliances and other electronics during an outage, but it’s important to keep generator safety in mind. Improper use of a portable generator can cause ...

TAMPA (BLOOM) – Hurricane Milton has left many Floridians without power, and for many residents, this may be their first time using a generator. With a rapidly growing population and new residents who ...

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Some generators operate on unleaded gasoline. Others use diesel fuel. Five gallons of gas will power a 5,600-watt generator for about eight hours. One gallon of gas will power a 3,000-watt generator ...

Consumer Reports offers tips on protecting your home, family, pets, and moreBy Consumer ReportsMuch of the east coast is currently bracing for the impact of nor’easter, expected to hit this ...

Nobody wants to deal with a power outage. Aside from the aggravation of not having access to the internet, it can also cause serious problems like spoiling food, or extreme temperatures during summer ...

Many homeowners are surprised to learn that most solar systems stop working during an outage — even on sunny days. That’s why many people add a backup generator (or solar batteries) to make sure their ...

If you're in need of a generator, and you don't want to buy one, Home Depot offers rental. Options remain consistent but ...