When there’s an unplanned power outage in your home, you can face a long list of inconveniences and expenses, including spoiled food, frozen pipes, flooded basements, and moldy walls. And when it goes ...

Following on our generator maintenance tips in the Aug. 1 issue, consulting engineer Charles “Buc” Fitch, P.E., offers 10 ...

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 ...

Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who writes about energy, personal finance, electric vehicles and climate change. He's also the author of the nonfiction book, "Morally Straight: How the Fight for ...

A home generator can protect you during power outages. This guide can help you make a smart choice without overpaying.

QDEAR TIM: The last major storm knocked out my electric power for days. I'm wondering if I should invest in a portable generator or a standby generator. What's the difference? How do you determine ...

Electric power is one of those things that when you need it, you need it and there shouldn't be any messing around to get it. When we walk into a room, we hit a light switch and we’ve got lights.

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, ...