How to connect a portable generator to your home (main panel)
A portable generator can keep your home running during a power outage or emergency. The method discussed in this article is a standard, NEC-compliant method used by electricians throughout the United States: connect a generator to a manual transfer switch through an external input box and feed select circuits only. This is the safest way […]
How to calculate the size of a generator for a home
A home generator provides a way for homeowners to prepare for power outages. Generators can power your appliances and keep the lights on during a power outage, even when the rest of the neighborhood is in the dark. Choosing to invest in a generator is simple, but determining the right size for your home is […]
Choosing the right backup generator for your home
Spring in Texas means powerful thunderstorms, and this year has been a rollercoaster. When I moved here a few years ago from Minnesota, an in-house electrician convinced me to buy a portable generator. I’m glad I did. Just last week, I ran my machine for two days after trees toppled power lines across the city. […]