Generators
Please Note: Questions & Answers shown below are samples from My Home Improvement markets throughout North America and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of local experts in any specific market.Questions 1 - 10
Can I Install a Generator Myself?
Can I install a generator myself?
Changing the Oil and Filter in a Generator
Can I change the oil and filter myself?
Choosing the Right Generator Company
How do I know which Generator Company to go with for my generator installation?
Follow Local Codes for Setting Up Generator
I bought a 12 kw generator for my house and want to set the form for the concrete pad. How far must I keep the generator from the house if I have vinyl siding? How far from windows and doors? How far from A/C condensers?
Generator & Install Quote
Home has 200 Amp service to cover electric baseboard heat, Electric Stove, Refrigerator, Freezer, Gas Hot Water, Pellet Stove and light circuits. Need quote for generator to cover entire load and quote for just Refrigerator, Freezer, Electric Stove and light circuits...
Generator Won't Start With the Switch
My generator won't start w/the switch you have to pull the cord. I put a new switch in, assuming the battery is good, which I am sure it is, what could cause this. Generator will shut off using the switch. Any ideas?
Installing a Manual Transfer Switch for Generator
Where can I buy a 4 or 6 circuit manual transfer switch for my generator? It is a older Coleman generator 10 yrs 4500 watts, peak is 5500....
Is A Permit Needed to Install A Generator?
Do I need a permit to install a generator?
Self Starting Generator Installation Needed
My mother is 70 years old and lives alone. For health reasons, she cannot be without power for very long. What can be done to install a generator to power the forced air heating system, etc. The generator has to be self starting not necessarily automatic....
Type of Generator Needed
My house is primarily gas so what type of generator should I get? I want to be secure should the electricity go out in this area. I want to be certain that the lights, the heat and the refrigerator work at all times....
