When the power goes out, whether due to a hurricane, heat stress on the power grid, or just one downed tree, a generator can be a lifesaver. Because of this, you should regularly check and maintain ...

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 ...

Q. How do I size an optional standby generator when a manual or automatic transfer switch is installed? (Answer based on 2011 NEC.) A. The calculated load on the standby source must be in accordance ...

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 ...

As storms continue surging across Houston, thousands of Southeast Texas residents facing ongoing power outages may consider purchasing a backup generator. According to Consumer Reports, the generators ...

A gas piping module, the first in a series of enhancements to the Power Design Pro™ software, a generator sizing tool, has been added. The gas piping module is used to determine the required pipe size ...

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 ...

CR's experts help you select the right type and size of generator to keep the electricity flowing, whether you have frequent power outages or none at all To determine the size generator you need, we ...