The best practice is to plug appliances and electronics directly into the generator. If you must use an extension cord, make ...

When using generators in severe weather, safety is crucial to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, electrocution, and fire.

Portable generators save food, power medical devices, and keep the lights on when the grid goes dark, but they also quietly ...

During a winter storm, a generator can help give your home or business power if electricity has been knocked out. But people ...

A major winter storm is heading our way this weekend and a lot of people are thinking about getting a generator. Here's what ...

Lake-effect snow has descended once again and is expected to continue over the weekend. If you lose power, you may turn to a generator. Here's some safety tips.

If you bought your first generator or propane heater, there are a couple of things you should know about safely operating ...

Having a generator to provide backup power can be helpful, no matter where you live, but it’s downright essential if you reside in an area prone to extreme weather and frequent power outages.

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Nobody wants to deal with a power outage. Aside from the aggravation of not having access to the internet, it can also cause serious problems like spoiling food, or extreme temperatures during summer ...