When shopping for a tri-fuel generator, consider criteria such as power output, fuel efficiency, portability, starting ease, noise level and safety features.

Both provide electricity during an outage—the choice comes down to convenience, price, and powerA portable generator (left) ...

If you often lose power where you live, whether because of seasonal storms such as hurricanes or due to other problems with the electrical grid, having a whole-house generator can be very convenient.

This dual-fuel model is quiet and built to power sensitive devices and smart appliances. It’s also $1000, which makes it a ...