In the event of an outage, selected circuits such as the one for your furnace are on a subpanel and automatic transfer switch, which is powered by the generator.

Generators are only as safe as you make them. Here's how to keep your house powered, and your family safe, after a power ...

Incorrectly using a generator can lead to dangers including carbon monoxide poisoning. If you’re without power, here are ways to safely use a generator at home.

For gas generators: Use ethanol-free gas treated with fuel stabilizer, and keep the tank full when not in use. Also, keep a ...

If you’re thinking of connecting an electrical generator to your household to provide backup power during an outage, there are different options. One of the simplest, most flexible and most ...

But if you park the generator on a slope (usually more than 10 degrees), the dippers can’t reach all the oil, and some engine parts run dry. That’s a recipe for catastrophic failure.

Consumer Reports gives four steps to safely getting a portable generator running quickly.

More extreme weather can mean extended blackouts, and it's especially disruptive for those working at home. Owners and experts offer guidance on what kind of generator to get and how to use it safely.