If you’re thinking of connecting an electrical generator to your household to provide backup power during an outage, there are different options. One of the simplest, most flexible and most economical ...

Hurricane and wildfire seasons are underway, and they appear to be getting longer and more severe in recent years. In response to this, portable generators and power stations have become critical ...

No one likes to be in the dark during a storm. Those who live in cities may not experience frequent power outages, but many rural and suburban communities know all too well how it feels to be left ...

Q. How do I size an optional standby generator when a manual or automatic transfer switch is installed? (Answer based on 2011 NEC.) A. The calculated load on the standby source must be in accordance ...

The Expert: I’ve been testing generators at Popular Mechanics for 5 years. In that time I’ve tested dozens of units, both big and small. Aside from testing, I also have experience using these devices ...