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: I plan to install a backup generator for power outages. How do I determine what size I need? Would it make economic sense to just use one all the time? A: Smaller portable or large whole-house ...

Dealing with the expense and bother of setting up a home generator can seem like overkill until the power is out and you're unable to charge your phone, the food in your fridge is spoiling, your ...

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ALBANY, N.Y., Nov. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- When a storm cuts power in Albany, how can homeowners know what size generator will keep their homes running safely and efficiently? A HelloNation ...

ALBANY, N.Y., Nov. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- When a storm cuts power in Albany, how can homeowners know what size generator will keep their homes running safely and efficiently?A HelloNation ...

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. ALBANY, N.Y., Nov. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- When a storm cuts power in Albany, how can homeowners know what size ...

So, you’ve decided to buy a generator. Generators are a fantastic way to ensure power during blackouts and help to provide power to places where electrical service is not an option. If you’re doing a ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Whether it’s a hurricane, an ice storm, or even a wildfire, power outages seem to be happening more often and in more places. Maybe you’re thinking about buying a generator to keep ...