Portable GEnerators

When it comes to connecting a large portable generator to your home, the best choice for power, safety, and convenience is a power transfer system. These systems provide everything you need to safely hook up your generator to your house, ensuring a seamless connection. Unlike standard setups that only power individual appliances, power transfer systems can energize entire circuits, allowing you to run hard-wired systems like air conditioners, furnaces, security systems, and lights. It's a cost-effective solution for emergency backup power during a power outage, providing peace of mind knowing that your essential systems remain operational when you need them most.

A portable generator gets plugged into an outdoor power inlet box, and supplies electricity to the home's main electrical panel through a transfer switch.

Image of the transfer switch installed on the main electrical panel. Andy explains the entire process—how to connect the generator, switch the panel to generator power, and manage essential appliances.

Seeing this sticker on your electrical panel gives you confidence that your power needs are covered.