8 Must-Know Tips to Keep Your Generator Ready When You Need It Most

Most of us treat our emergency generators like that old treadmill in the garage. You know, the one collecting dust, silently judging you? Generators are the same. They're lifesavers when the power goes out, but the rest of the time? They just sit there... until you really need them—like in the middle of a thunderstorm—and they decide to throw a tantrum and not start.

Don’t let that happen. Giving your generator a little TLC now can save you from sweating it out in a blackout later. Whether it runs on gas, diesel, or even unicorn tears (okay, propane or solar), here are 8 low-effort tips to keep it ready for the worst.