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.

Q: Last year, we endured a power outage that lasted for days. After that experience, we decided to buy a generator, but we’re just not sure what to buy. How big of a generator do I need to power my ...

Start by making a list of the devices and appliances you need to power and add up the number of watts it takes to run them. Consider the fuel options to generate backup power, whether it's gas or ...

In the event of a power surge or minor outage that lasts only for a few minutes, the biggest hassle is resetting the clocks on all of your appliances. However, prolonged power outages that last hours ...

After Hurricane Ike knocked out electricity to most of Houston in 2008, my 83-year-old father fired up his portable generator, running extension cords through an open kitchen window to a handful of ...

Texas officials anticipate Tropical Storm Francine to make landfall as a hurricane this week. After the region faced widespread power outages due to Hurricane Beryl in July, Houstonians may consider ...

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.

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Start by making a list of the devices and appliances you need to power and add up the ...