Sales of portable generators tend to spike around major storms, from just before to weeks afterward. But getting a portable generator up and running in a hurry often means bypassing the recommended ...

Whether it’s a hurricane, ice storm, 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 the juice flowing. While ...

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Our editor-tested and researched portable and whole-home options keep appliances and other essentials running during an ...

Portable generators have become fairly common and their popularity will likely increase as extreme weather events become a more regular part of daily life. Anyone who lives in a suburban area often ...

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 ...

Home standby generators from companies like Champion, Generac, and Kohler are pricey, but they provide immediate backup power ...

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