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

Portable Gasoline Generators While many stand-by systems are powered by propane, most portable generators are powered by gasoline, which is the most commonly available fuel. However, when using ...

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

Here are the steps to properly use a generator after a hurricane.

Fire dangers Generators and their fuel can cause fires if not handled properly. The devices heat up while running and can take a long while to cool down even after they are turned off.

If you connected your generator directly into your home and didn’t have a licensed electrician, make the connections with proper equipment, according to the National Electrical code, now is the ...

After a hurricane, many people turn on their generators when the power goes off. But if not used properly, a generator can lead to deadly carbon monoxide poisoning. A family was poisoned after ...

If you ran out in a tizzy to buy a generator ahead of Florence, chances are you might not be an expert on how to use it.