If you think that a portable generator will provide clean and consistent power, think again. Although portable generators have become more reliable and very affordable, most don’t provide clean power. The frequency and voltage may vary so much that certain...
The safest way to run a generator is to plug it into a piece of electrical equipment called a transfer switch, which is required to meet national electrical codes. This is a combination switch and electrical subpanel. It’s wired directly into the house’s...
Portable generators: Labor-intensive, but affordable Smaller portable generators cost between $500 and $1,500 and are capable of powering your home’s essential appliances. These are considerably less expensive than standby generators—and all in all, they are fairly...
