Keep reading. To determine the size generator you need, consider the appliances you wish to power and add up their wattage, says Misha Kollontai, the Consumer Reports engineer who handles ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. When the power goes out, a generator is the best tool to help you keep the lights on—and your fridge running and ...

Measured at 23 and 50 feet from the generator. We recommend hearing protection for standing close by the unit while it's running. The Generac 7031 is part of the Generators test program at ...