Having a home generator can be a game-changer during unpredictable situations, whether caused by severe weather or downed power lines in your neighborhood. But to make sure your generator actually ...

The article begins by emphasizing that a generator in an area that routinely sees temperatures below freezing, is not the same as installing a generator in warmer climates. In frigid conditions, even ...

What is involved in a successful generator set installation? To come up with a set of best practices, Curtis Engine interviewed three of our longtime electrical contracting partners in the Greater ...

Lou Manfredini, TODAY contributor and host of “House Smarts,” answers viewers’ home repair questions, including how to know if your sump pump needs to be replaced, how to install a generator, and how ...

Generators must be kept at least 20 feet away from your home and never operated in enclosed spaces like basements, garages or crawl spaces. They need 3 to 4 feet of clear space above and on all sides ...

HARTFORD, Conn. — Consumers and businesses are expected to purchase thousands of backup generators as a result of recent record power outages in the Northeast, but the Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection ...

LAFAYETTE PARISH — As hurricane season looms, Louisiana homeowners are thinking of ways to secure backup power. But experts are sounding the alarm: improperly installed generators can turn lifesaving ...

Using a Generator The primary hazards to avoid when using a generator are carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning from the toxic engine exhaust, electric shock or electrocution, and fire. Follow the directions ...

During a power outage, a generator can keep all your necessities running—from the lights, appliances, and heating systems to your air conditioning, sump pumps, and WiFi. It can also help you save ...