Generator install and connection guides
How generator power reaches the panel — the hardware, the code requirements, and what belongs to a licensed electrician.
All pages, A–Z
| Page | In one line | DIY? |
|---|---|---|
| Generator Interlock Kit vs Manual Transfer Switch (and the Power Inlet Box Both Need) | An interlock kit is a $50–130 bracket on your existing panel that lets you run any circuit, one main-or-generator at a time; a manual transfer switch is a $300–500 box that moves 6–16 chosen circuits and shows load on meters. | Licensed pro / dealer |