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

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.

These models juice up your refrigerator, air conditioner, and other essentials during an emergency—no matter what.

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The Harbor Freight 5000W Predator is an inverter generator, so it's quieter and more efficient than conventional models, but ...

If you often lose power where you live, whether because of seasonal storms such as hurricanes or due to other problems with the electrical grid, having a whole-house generator can be very convenient.

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HOUSTON — When you lose power, a portable generator can be a lifesaver. But if used incorrectly, it can be deadly. KHOU 11 went to a professional at First Class Generator Services to learn the correct ...