Best system is the 2nd plan. I just installed a 50 amp plug for my 12,500 watt westinghouse generator. Total cost about $1,200 . I am an electrician IBEW. Did my own wiring. Good video for someone doing research on what system to buy.
Keep a couple gallons of gas on hand? Do you realize that generator uses 10 to 20 gallons of gas per day. So for a week that would be 70 to 140 gallons in a week.
Hello I just got the Wgen 9500/12500. 1st generator ever. Could you please tell me what all I can run in my home? I want to run hotwater heater, lights and outlets, freezer and refrigerator, TV/internet. Maybe stove if possible. Thanks
I went for the 30 amp portable unit. I have three garages and I keep the generator in my third bay. I can wheel it out in front of the third bay, keeping the garage door cracked open, and I have the outlet installed on the wall of my third bay. So the gen isn’t outside. I am able to power about half of my house. Thx for all of your videos! Very helpful.
Hey Glad you found it helpful. Do be careful with generator inside the garage. I wouldn't do it but please place a CO detector in the garage for extra safety. Be well ;)
Good advice and yes this is DIY if you have the skills. Something you could do also is upgrade to a dual gas/propane unit or replace your carburetor that will except gas or propane with a switch to either or. I personally but have never had to use it have 5 propane units on hand, gas goes bad propane does not. Propane is less efficient. You could also have a quick connect/disconnect to your homes natural gas service. Chase down the natural gas scenario as you do not have to have fuel sitting around, most all small generators will run perfectly fine on natural gas. Less impurities means you change the oil less often but at least once every year and a half due to acidic changes in the oil itself.
Thanks for the information, but I do not have any gas lines to my home. I have a totally electric house. Would love to go to an all house generator, but the cost is prohibitive. I would need to add the generator and the propane tanks.
Great video! I’m assuming you it’s best to keep the generator empty until used. Old gas would harm the fuel system. Also if it’s down pour you would want the generator in a place not getting wet.
Best to upgrade your carburetor to Gas/Propane/Natural gas. Inexpensive if you can work on small engines. Yes drain the gas and make sure and run the engine until it runs out of fuel. Never had a small engine not start because of a carburetor not working properly just by running until it quits. I add a fuel shutoff to any small engine that does not have one but most generators do.
She was talking and talking and talking about all the helpful things and tips and giving us information, but I was just looking at her beauty from head to toes 😂 ... Now I have to actually go back and listen 😂😂😂
Told me nothing other than hire an electrician to hook up my generator to the house. Didn’t tell me how many watts I needed, which fuel for generator to use, pretty much diddly squat.
Thanks so much for this! I didn't even know this was an option. Curious to know what your thoughts were on the different brands of generators. I see you have a Westinghouse generator; is that the brand you generally recommend or would you say most of them are pretty much the same? I have been looking at Firman generators (because that's what Costco sells) and have never heard of this brand before. Also, do you recommend tri-fuel generators or is it better to stick with gasoline powered portable generators only?
Hi Coral. My electrician recommended this unit. He has one himself so that was the best answer for me. I was happy to go with single fuel source for ease of use. I wouldn't want to do the natural gas hook up. The propane might have been a nice back up but this unit was so easy to use with push button start
I don’t have a garage at home. Just a shed outside to store winter tires and the lawnmower and no opening windows on it I live in Canada with cold winters. And the power go down mostly on winter storms. So the generator is usefull all year. I am looking for a portable generator. So where should i put it?
Hello. Great video. Many emergency gas generators has a run time of 9 hours according to it's specs. Will it run for another 9 hours if I refill it with gas? Will it run for 3 days if I keep refilling it with gas? Power outages during blizzards can last for days. Thanks
I'm very glad to find out this information! My question is: How come you said, "it does not require gasoline. It is when you have a whole-house generator and that is a permanent unit that is planted outside the home. It is tied into natural gas or to propane." How does it not require gasoline, if it is tied into propane or natural gas? Please, explain this matter. Thank you!
Because you aren't filling it constantly with gasoline. You either are running off natural gas, like a dryer, heater or water heater or have a propane tank where you have a service that it os filled periodically. Hope that helps.
I sorry if not clear. If you have a whole house system, it runs off propane or natural gas so you are not pouring gas cans of fuel and running to gas station.
Beware that high end electronics need an INVERTER generator that produces "clean" electricity. Regular generators are ok for power tools, but circuit boards need "clean" electricity.
Maybe the very high end electronics need he inverter generator but average electronics in most homes do not. The power supplies in the average electronics like the TV and computers will take very 'dirty' power. I have ran my home with several computers and average TV sets many times with a 25 year old generator that is as simple as they come.
Awesome video. I have the same generator and I decided to hire an electrician to install a transfer switch. I admit i don't know too much about generators so i am wondering. Any advice on maintenance or advice on securing the generator from theft ?
Maintenance basics - don't store it with gas in it! Keep it from getting wet. Always read the manual for specifics as units vary (all gas, gas w electric ignition etc). As for theft, you can chain it to a tree or fence. Add an air tag for tracking it. I do not run it over night unattended. Good luck
When running the generator change the oil after about 5 hours of run time and then about 30 to 50 hours after. Same with most small engines. If gasoline run it empty or drain the fuel and then run it to it stops. Ues the ethanol free gas if possible.
All Stores Please lower the cost of all Military and Local for all Brands of Generator Products and Accessories and Production Cost Now That's too much $$ Now The Whole World Now 🙏🙏🙏
Right stop Half way though I understand details are very important but at the same time we're human beings and we're in a pinch and half the time in a hurry so get to the point
Thanks for the information on generators. I have a Beacon G6.5 KW portable generator with Rated voltage 120/240V. I cannot figure out how that compared to your generator. I have used it in past storms, but only powered some lights, computer, phones, portable heater and refrigerator. Would this one work with the addition of a 30 amp cord to do what you explained ours does? Thanks
Yep It should work fine once you have to 30 amp line in the house. So grateful for ours after yrs of losing power, often for days. Good luck to you. Hop over to my website and join the newsletter. I offer free classes too. ww.diyhipchicks.com
You should never back feed a generator without an interlock or transfer switch. You risk electrocution to linesmen and yourself by feeding power back through the grid. A licensed electrician should absolutely install the proper outlet.
@@DIYHIPChicks If there are any other homes connected to the line the breaker will trip on the generator due to a very excessive load. The interlocks are a good idea maybe not for the safety of the lineman but to idiot proof the system. It could 'blow' the generator if the power comes back on and the generator is connected to the line.
Seems like she needs a better understanding of this topic. Not sure she knows enough to be making videos about generators. Things like running an extension cord to your (hot)water heater.
She has to leave out a lot of details, to keep the video down to a digestible length. I'm sure she knows that water heaters are hardwired, as well as several other things. She could get into THD, soft starts, diesel generators, inverter generators, and on and on. I love the depth of this topic, but this is a good introduction.
The first person to invent a generator that can be powered in the rain through Bluetooth with no electric cord is gonna be richer than big gates. If they invent one that can be powered in the inside with no gasoline or propane, just a big ole battery, they will be richer than God😮
HI I never intended to do a particular product review but a general summary of what homeowners need to know if considering one. Sorry you did not get the info you wanted here.
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Best system is the 2nd plan. I just installed a 50 amp plug for my 12,500 watt westinghouse generator. Total cost about $1,200 . I am an electrician IBEW. Did my own wiring. Good video for someone doing research on what system to buy.
Keep a couple gallons of gas on hand? Do you realize that generator uses 10 to 20 gallons of gas per day. So for a week that would be 70 to 140 gallons in a week.
Hello I just got the Wgen 9500/12500. 1st generator ever. Could you please tell me what all I can run in my home? I want to run hotwater heater, lights and outlets, freezer and refrigerator, TV/internet. Maybe stove if possible. Thanks
So helpful, extremely entry level (which is what I needed), and through! Thank you!!
Thank you
I went for the 30 amp portable unit. I have three garages and I keep the generator in my third bay. I can wheel it out in front of the third bay, keeping the garage door cracked open, and I have the outlet installed on the wall of my third bay. So the gen isn’t outside. I am able to power about half of my house.
Thx for all of your videos! Very helpful.
I say this with only genuine concern but I don’t think that’s safe.
Hey Glad you found it helpful. Do be careful with generator inside the garage. I wouldn't do it but please place a CO detector in the garage for extra safety. Be well ;)
@@DIYHIPChicks will do
$800 for an electrician would be $4000 in California
To add to this, you can also go with a generator that runs on propane which burns cleaner (no oil changes) and stores way better then gasoline
She mentioned this
Why would you not have to change oil just because it runs on propane?
@@johnsmith6368 I was wondering the same thing
You still have to change the oils
Why do you think you dont have to change the oil when running propane ???
Good advice and yes this is DIY if you have the skills. Something you could do also is upgrade to a dual gas/propane unit or replace your carburetor that will except gas or propane with a switch to either or. I personally but have never had to use it have 5 propane units on hand, gas goes bad propane does not. Propane is less efficient. You could also have a quick connect/disconnect to your homes natural gas service. Chase down the natural gas scenario as you do not have to have fuel sitting around, most all small generators will run perfectly fine on natural gas. Less impurities means you change the oil less often but at least once every year and a half due to acidic changes in the oil itself.
Thanks for the information, but I do not have any gas lines to my home. I have a totally electric house. Would love to go to an all house generator, but the cost is prohibitive. I would need to add the generator and the propane tanks.
@@vickisarnoff65 you can convert your generator to both just by buying a converter kit that you can buy online. my soninlaw did it to his generator
If you have those skills then your an electrician & have a license, in case there's an accident, & esp. if your trying to do it for somebody else
She is trying to help those who need it 😊
Great video! I’m assuming you it’s best to keep the generator empty until used. Old gas would harm the fuel system. Also if it’s down pour you would want the generator in a place not getting wet.
Best to upgrade your carburetor to Gas/Propane/Natural gas. Inexpensive if you can work on small engines. Yes drain the gas and make sure and run the engine until it runs out of fuel. Never had a small engine not start because of a carburetor not working properly just by running until it quits. I add a fuel shutoff to any small engine that does not have one but most generators do.
Yes you should drain fuel when not in use. We used a sports tent over it with weight on the corners so it doesn;t blow off. Safety first right!
She was talking and talking and talking about all the helpful things and tips and giving us information, but I was just looking at her beauty from head to toes 😂 ... Now I have to actually go back and listen 😂😂😂
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You are NOT the only one thinking that !!!
@@tubadude07 😅😅😅😅 not quite! But almost 😉
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Told me nothing other than hire an electrician to hook up my generator to the house. Didn’t tell me how many watts I needed, which fuel for generator to use, pretty much diddly squat.
Sorry it did not meet your needs.
@DIYHIPChicks lol this person is just being a dick. The video was good for a super basic overview.
Thanks so much for this! I didn't even know this was an option. Curious to know what your thoughts were on the different brands of generators. I see you have a Westinghouse generator; is that the brand you generally recommend or would you say most of them are pretty much the same? I have been looking at Firman generators (because that's what Costco sells) and have never heard of this brand before. Also, do you recommend tri-fuel generators or is it better to stick with gasoline powered portable generators only?
Hi Coral. My electrician recommended this unit. He has one himself so that was the best answer for me. I was happy to go with single fuel source for ease of use. I wouldn't want to do the natural gas hook up. The propane might have been a nice back up but this unit was so easy to use with push button start
I don’t have a garage at home. Just a shed outside to store winter tires and the lawnmower and no opening windows on it I live in Canada with cold winters. And the power go down mostly on winter storms. So the generator is usefull all year. I am looking for a portable generator. So where should i put it?
That's one tall drink of water 🥵
yep
Happy for y'all good for you guys
Hello. Great video. Many emergency gas generators has a run time of 9 hours according to it's specs. Will it run for another 9 hours if I refill it with gas? Will it run for 3 days if I keep refilling it with gas? Power outages during blizzards can last for days. Thanks
Very insightful. Thanks
This was helpful. Thank you.
I’ll give you a good caulking 😅
I'm very glad to find out this information! My question is: How come you said, "it does not require gasoline. It is when you have a whole-house generator and that is a permanent unit that is planted outside the home. It is tied into natural gas or to propane." How does it not require gasoline, if it is tied into propane or natural gas? Please, explain this matter. Thank you!
Because you aren't filling it constantly with gasoline. You either are running off natural gas, like a dryer, heater or water heater or have a propane tank where you have a service that it os filled periodically. Hope that helps.
I sorry if not clear. If you have a whole house system, it runs off propane or natural gas so you are not pouring gas cans of fuel and running to gas station.
@@gardenfishes Alright. Thank you!
@DIYHIPChicks Thank you, too!
1yr later that generator is 1400...smh good video tho.
And now there are "Tri-Fuel" portables for Natural Gas
Good to know
I was without power for 3 weeks I live in LA
So sorry
Thanks for sharing great video
nice video.
800 for the electrical work. is way too much. It should be 100 - 200 max
Thanks
Can you do this if you live in a flat?
That's good
That's a shame houses don't come w the special outlet.... another way our government forces us to give money to capitalism. 😊
Beware that high end electronics need an INVERTER generator that produces "clean" electricity. Regular generators are ok for power tools, but circuit boards need "clean" electricity.
Maybe the very high end electronics need he inverter generator but average electronics in most homes do not. The power supplies in the average electronics like the TV and computers will take very 'dirty' power. I have ran my home with several computers and average TV sets many times with a 25 year old generator that is as simple as they come.
Good for y'all you guys
Awesome video. I have the same generator and I decided to hire an electrician to install a transfer switch. I admit i don't know too much about generators so i am wondering. Any advice on maintenance or advice on securing the generator from theft ?
Maintenance basics - don't store it with gas in it! Keep it from getting wet. Always read the manual for specifics as units vary (all gas, gas w electric ignition etc). As for theft, you can chain it to a tree or fence. Add an air tag for tracking it. I do not run it over night unattended. Good luck
@@DIYHIPChicks Thank you will do, i appreciate the help and info.
When running the generator change the oil after about 5 hours of run time and then about 30 to 50 hours after. Same with most small engines. If gasoline run it empty or drain the fuel and then run it to it stops. Ues the ethanol free gas if possible.
@@ralphmowery2898 Thank you so much. I will do that.
@@ralphmowery2898 Thank you i have a gas Generator and i will be sure to apply those tips. thank you🙏
All Stores Please lower the cost of all Military and Local for all Brands of Generator Products and Accessories and Production Cost Now That's too much $$ Now The Whole World Now 🙏🙏🙏
Great video! Thanks!
Glad you liked it. You are so welcome! I am teaching a new class in Feb if you are interested. diyhipchicks.simplero.com/page/350876
What do you if you have solar
Not sure I understand your question. Solar generator or solar powered home?
You should rename this channel to Thicccchicks…. 😉
Stop drinking propane.
Anyone have a solar power video to recommend? In event of a real emergency that impacts the supply chain, gas is exceptionally vulnerable.
I am sorry I do not have one. I have seen promos for Patriots generator w solar panels
Gorgeous ginger
Get to the point !!
Yea I had to stop watching smh!
Right stop Half way though I understand details are very important but at the same time we're human beings and we're in a pinch and half the time in a hurry so get to the point
I think she did an excellent job
Uh. You know you can watch at faster speeds, no? Better than being an angry rude ass.
Thanks for the information on generators. I have a Beacon G6.5 KW portable generator with Rated voltage 120/240V. I cannot figure out how that compared to your generator. I have used it in past storms, but only powered some lights, computer, phones, portable heater and refrigerator. Would this one work with the addition of a 30 amp cord to do what you explained ours does? Thanks
Yes you could.
Yep It should work fine once you have to 30 amp line in the house. So grateful for ours after yrs of losing power, often for days.
Good luck to you. Hop over to my website and join the newsletter. I offer free classes too.
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What? Special lines? You just got hvac swindled. Plug it in to your dryer line and terminate the breaker at the utility feed. Done.
You should never back feed a generator without an interlock or transfer switch. You risk electrocution to linesmen and yourself by feeding power back through the grid. A licensed electrician should absolutely install the proper outlet.
@@DIYHIPChicks If there are any other homes connected to the line the breaker will trip on the generator due to a very excessive load. The interlocks are a good idea maybe not for the safety of the lineman but to idiot proof the system. It could 'blow' the generator if the power comes back on and the generator is connected to the line.
Don't watch video, read the manual.
A/c ?
With a soft start on your a/c it is possible.
Seems like she needs a better understanding of this topic. Not sure she knows enough to be making videos about generators. Things like running an extension cord to your (hot)water heater.
She has to leave out a lot of details, to keep the video down to a digestible length. I'm sure she knows that water heaters are hardwired, as well as several other things. She could get into THD, soft starts, diesel generators, inverter generators, and on and on. I love the depth of this topic, but this is a good introduction.
Can you
i installed mine with no problem. just use common sense
electrical work is not common sense. you don't learn that skill anywhere in regular life
I know I am ok now where I am now thanks anyway
WATCHED THE ENTIRE VIDEO STAIRING AT YOUR TOES...❤❤❤❤
The first person to invent a generator that can be powered in the rain through Bluetooth with no electric cord is gonna be richer than big gates. If they invent one that can be powered in the inside with no gasoline or propane, just a big ole battery, they will be richer than God😮
Milwaukee and dewalt are on their way of doing so
A k u n t telling people about generators? Lol go bake some cookies.
@@RadioRich100 how sad you have nothing better to do than insult women. Btw I'm an excellent baker too.
@@DIYHIPChicks Stick to the baking you know nothing about generators.
I thought she was actually going to do a review, 1+dislike
HI I never intended to do a particular product review but a general summary of what homeowners need to know if considering one. Sorry you did not get the info you wanted here.
Thank you for providing people with an alternative to darkness, cold and spoiled food! 👍
That's good