BEST Way to Store a Generator Outside

A lot of people think a tarp will suffice to store their generator outside.
It will not.
Really, there's only one practical way to store a generator outside that doesn't come with a myriad of problems.
You have to consider that, when you need a generator, you've likely got some bad weather.
Lugging a generator from your shed to your home in those conditions is not only a pain, but you just don't want to expose your backup generator to the elements, even for a short while.
Today I'll go over the best way to store a generator outside, and explain why the alternatives simply don't suffice.
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[@phillyfathead]

Good advice!

[@markbernier8434]

A very good answer. I would add that a well designed shed can have weather resistant venting for exhaust and heat to allow for maximum protection when in use. Also, although the generator can be stored outside, my recommendation is to keep the starter battery inside with a trickle maintainer. Similarly, keep the cord(s) that connect the generator to the house inside until needed. (I discovered mine to be as flexible as steel pipe at -25C) Last, but not least, use the generator. Start it up for 20 minutes or so every other week. The sinking feeling when the lights go out, the starter battery is flat and your shoulders won't stand one more pull on the recoil starter is devastating. Another factor is regular operation means that each step is easily remembered, needful things are at hand and you are confident as you put on your toque.

[@FREIMUZIC]

Great advice! I own a Honda EU6500 portable generator. I’m thinking of buying a 5’x3’ plastic shed from Walmart or Costco to keep the generator outside next to the port that connects my generator to a manual transfer switch on my main electrical panel, which is indoor.
You recommend to keeping the starter battery indoors, but having to install and connect
the battery to the generator in the middle of a storm would be a real pain…
Currently, I keep the generator in my garage connected to battery tender. How about keeping the battery tender connected to the generator in the outdoor shed, and connecting the battery tender to an outdoor outlet with an outdoor extension cord in order to keep the battery charged?
I would keep the cord that connects the generator to the house indoors until using it. Thanks!

[@eddieo4978]

And another problem with tarps is if sunlight shines on top, the material will deteriorate quickly causing holes to develop and not even lasting one winter.