Portable generators are not hard to use, but can be dangerous if you don’t consider these important safety guidelines.

As temperatures begin to drop in the weeks leading up to the first day of winter, Dec. 21, safety departments urge residents ...

As parts of Houston head into their third day without power, it's important to revisit best practices for the gas-powered generators that thousands of household are relying on. Risks of misusing ...

When a power outage hits, getting left in the dark is just one of the concerns. An extended blackout is an inconvenience, but being without air conditioning, heating or necessary medical equipment is ...

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Many homeowners are surprised to learn that most solar systems stop working during an outage — even on sunny days. That’s why many people add a backup generator (or solar batteries) to make sure their ...

A gas generator offers reliable power whenever and wherever you need it. This can be in the event of a power outage in your home, while on a camping adventure, or somewhere in the great outdoors like ...

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