how do i know what size generator i need?
An average size home requires from 5000 to 7000 watts to power essential items. Step 1: To determine your needs, total the watts for the items you would like to run simultaneously. This. provides you with the number of continuous or running watts your generator must supply. Step 2: Now select the largest number of starting watts assigned to the items you wish to use. Step 3: Total these two numbers and this will indicate the size generator required to meet your needs . continuous and surge wattage. If amps are noted on the device, you can calculate watts by multiplying amps times the voltage. example, a 7 amp device on 120v AC current would equal 840 watts (7 x 120 = 840).