Based on federal safety guidelines, we outline four important but easy steps to ensure the safe operation of your portable generator Pay close attention to safety guidelines when setting up a ...

Taking a trip in an RV or camper van is a popular choice for many people looking to escape the city. But without the right camping equipment, your trip can quickly turn stressful. Generators are an ...

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Ryobi makes plenty of good tools to have for a winter storm, but you will have a hard time finding one more useful and versatile than the 6500-Watt Generator. This portable powerhouse delivers 8,125 ...

The double-punch of the surprise May derecho and Hurricane Beryl spurred many Houstonians to consider backup power options. Even before this year’s natural disasters, one in four households in the ...

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Do you need a generator? That all depends and only you can really answer that question. Does anyone in your household use a medical device requiring electricity? Without air conditioning, the elderly ...