Setting up a generator for your house can seem like overkill -- until the power goes out. Here is our guide to picking the right generator from your home.

For gas generators: Use ethanol-free gas treated with fuel stabilizer, and keep the tank full when not in use. Also, keep a ...

As power outages become more common, purchasing a home generator may be a top priority. Use this as a guide before you make the investment.

Gas-powered generators—which must be run outside—should be kept at least 20 feet from the house, and away from windows and ...

The guiding principle when hooking up a portable generator is simple: Don’t take shortcuts. They can be dangerous and, at times, even lethal. First, you may feel compelled to get your electric ...

Using wattage to find the right sized generator for you Once you understand how much starting wattage your home needs -- let's say 22 kW -- you'd want a generator with the same wattage -- 22 kW ...

Generators are a specialty of mine: I’ve covered everything from mini solar gens to home backups for publications like Popular Mechanics, Popular Science, Thrillist, and The Daily Beast.

Incorrectly using a generator can lead to dangers including carbon monoxide poisoning. If you’re without power, here are ways to safely use a generator at home.

Historic snowfall and frigid temperatures have left millions of Texans without power, and when you’re forced to your own devices to heat your home, using a generator is a common alternative in ...

To make sure your portable generator is always ready to run in an emergency, follow Consumer Reports' expert advice.