Q: I plan to install a backup generator for power outages. How do I determine what size I need? Would it make economic sense to just use one all the time? A: Smaller portable or large whole-house ...

Get help calculating what size generator you need. Plus, advice on whether to pay more for an inverter model, or even invest in a whole-home generator.

Unveil the perfect generator capacity for your home. Our guide offers expert tips to ensure you choose the right equipment ...

Both inverter and standard generators run on fossil fuels and emit carbon monoxide (CO) fumes in their exhaust and must be ...

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

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

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 ...

If you live in an area prone to frequent weather-induced power outages, consider investing in a generator. A generator can help power your family through monsoon storms or any time the power goes out.

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 all To determine the size generator you need, we ...

Experts say between 2000 and 2019, extreme weather events have become more frequent, and the terrible devastation caused by the January Los Angeles fires has done little to calm the nerves. In fact, ...