For instance, one key regulatory agency warned that the Pacific Northwest was at elevated risk of insufficient power supply ...

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When the power fails, you expect your generator to hum steadily in the background, not to spend the night tripping breakers ...

Portable generators vary from being an essential item to a convenience that’s just nice to have. But there’s one thing all generators have in common, they can be a safety risk. The Centers for Disease ...

Ideally, you don’t use your portable generator often. But you don’t want this key piece of emergency equipment to let you down when you need it. How can you make sure your generator is always ready to ...

Generac has recalled more than 321,000 portable generators because an unlocked handle can pinch a consumer’s fingers against the frame when the generator is moved, potentially resulting in a crushed ...

If your power goes out, a portable generator is a great way to run household essentials like lights and refrigerators—not to mention an air conditioner or a fan. Whether you opt for a traditional ...

A whole-house generator can keep your home comfortable and safe during power outages, but only when it is installed and used correctly. Because these systems run on fuel and connect directly to your ...

With severe winter weather events happening regularly this season, we recently updated this guide, including the addition the ...

Whether you’re in an area that’s still getting hit by winter storms or you want to prepare for hurricane season, a portable generator is a great emergency tool worth investing in. An emergency ...