Storing a generator outside all year is safe as long as you follow certain protocols. Use a level, well-drained surface plus a canopy, cover, or enclosure that blocks rain but still lets air flow.

Backup generators are a lot like old friends in that you forget about them until you need a favor. And when there's an emergency, you expect them to show up instantly, no questions asked. But ...

Familiarize yourself with these generator safety rules so you know how to use yours safely during an outage, especially ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The exhaust from fuel-based generators creates carbon monoxide (CO), an almost-odorless gas that can be ...

Maintaining a generator year-round is key to making sure it's ready to go in the event you need it – whether it's a camping trip or a power outage, having a generator not start is the worst way to be ...

Every week, consumers take their portable generators to local stores hoping for good news. They swear they’ve been performing the recommended monthly maintenance on the machines so loud, but so valued ...

Following on our generator maintenance tips in the Aug. 1 issue, consulting engineer Charles “Buc” Fitch, P.E., offers 10 important points to keep in mind when planning to purchase a new one. This is ...