Code Basics Installation and operation of optional standby systems With last year’s blackout still lingering on the minds of many, the use of optional standby power systems is worth a closer look.

Q. How do I size an optional standby generator when a manual or automatic transfer switch is installed? (Answer based on 2011 NEC.) A. The calculated load on the standby source must be in accordance ...

A: I get a request for my standby generator install checklist every hurricane season. Quick note: A standby generator is not a portable generator; it runs on natural gas or propane and is ...

Large whole-house generators can power an entire average home than smaller ones. Here are the best of each size from CR's ratings.

What to know before investing in a standby home generator Work-at-home lifestyle, fear of storm outage spur sales of built-in backup systems ...

Will my home value increase if I install a generator? Home generators have a sole purpose; to provide power to your home when your electric company cannot. Loss of power can simply be a result of ...

3 Reasons to Install a Standby Generator by Master Electrical Mon, March 28th 2016 at 12:18 PM Updated Fri, October 14th 2016 at 2:21 PM Standby Generator ...