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 ...

Generac Power Systems is recalling portable generators sold at Home Depot and Lowe’s after 114 reports of fuel leaking from the carburetor during first fill, creating burn and fire hazards that the ...

We tested today’s top-selling models to find out how they fared in real-life situations and whether they’re worth lugging ...

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 ...

Generators come in all sizes, but when you need power for camping or tailgating, or to power tools when you’re too far from an outlet, a large one meant for home backup is just too much. Power ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. These machines are pricier than more common, portable generators. But they run longer and quieter, and use less energy. By Paul ...

If you often lose power where you live, whether because of seasonal storms such as hurricanes or problems with the electrical grid, having a whole-house generator can be very convenient. It ensures ...