This makes a portable home generator a popular piece of gear to keep on hand, but connecting one to the house takes a bit of know-how and planning.

I'm a master electrician so I know the process of installing a generator isn’t always simple. Knowing how to do so safely and efficiently hook up a generator to your house is crucial to avoid ...

Consumer Reports gives four steps to safely getting a portable generator running quickly.

From picking the right panels to the right type of installation, we walk you through every step of the process.

Setting up a generator for your house can seem like overkill -- until the power goes out. Here is our guide to picking the right generator from your home.

Connecting the generator to your home could cause a surge in electricity that might result in injury or death to yourself or your family.

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