Sales of portable generators tend to spike around major storms. But getting a portable generator up and running in a hurry often means bypassing the recommended installation procedure and making do ...

Portable generators can power essential appliances during power outages, with various sizes available based on wattage needs. Dual-fuel models offer flexibility, but gasoline is the most commonly used ...

Stay powered up during hurricane season with top-performing traditional or inverter models from companies like Champion, Generac, and Honda A large portable generator can provide plenty of power to ...

Top models from Champion, DeWalt, Honda, Yamaha, and others outperform most conventional portable generators Inverter generators from manufacturers like Ryobi are quiet and tend to use less energy ...

Next, prepare in case you need to leave quickly. Pack an emergency go-bag with essentials: clothes, non-perishable food, ...

“With more extreme weather you never know when you might need your generator so it’s a good idea to wheel it outside every few months, fire it up and make sure that it starts," said Hope. "You also ...