CR's experts help you select the right type and size of generator to keep the electricity flowing, whether you have frequent power outages or none at allTo determine the size generator you need, ...

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

As storms continue surging across Houston, thousands of Southeast Texas residents facing ongoing power outages may consider purchasing a backup generator. According to Consumer Reports, the generators ...

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A power outage isn't fun and can be a real pain. If you live in an at-risk area, you might want to consider one of these home generator options. AJ Dellinger is a contributor to CNET. There are a ...

If you experience regular power outages or live somewhere that's considered high risk for disasters such as hurricanes or fires, a home generator or large power bank may be worth investing in. Both ...

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With the rise in weather events, a home generator is a critical resource for many households. According to the US Department of Energy figures, power outages caused by severe weather have doubled in ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Thinking of installing a home generator, but unsure about how exactly to connect it to your home? We get it: There’s a lot that goes into finding and setting one of these babies up, and you want to ...

If your electricity goes out because of a hurricane, tornado, or any other reason, a generator can help. It’ll restart your lights, fridge, or help charge your phones and laptops. But it’s important ...