Every generator and power station has two numbers listed on it: starting watts (sometimes called surge or peak watts) and running watts. Both refer to how much power a generator can deliver, whether ...

Our editor-tested and researched portable and whole-home options keep appliances and other essentials running during an emergency—no matter what.

When winter storms, high winds, or unexpected grid maintenance knock out electricity, being able to hook up a backup generator can be a real lifeline. It keeps critical systems running so you can stay ...

If you didn’t need to start up your generator when winter storm Gianna hit the Eastern US, consider yourself lucky. Over a hundred thousand people lost power during that storm, many of those in the ...