I want an emergency generator

[Buzzsaw]

With hurricane season closing in, I've been thinking of getting an emergency generator. What size, brand is good? I want to atleast have capacity for the AC and fridge.

[Maxhooper]

I don't know much about capacity, but I can tell you that this is the right time to buy one. The more we get into hurricane season, the harder they are to find!

[jack007]

The two things you have to consider are running load and the surge wattage. More info here: http://home-electrical.suite101.com/art ... tor_basics

[rockhard1]

You have to decide if you want it to run on natural gas, diesel, or gasoline. Gasoline and diesel have a limited lifespan and natural gas lines frequently go out in a natural disaster. Pick your poison.