What size portable generator is needed to power a house? The size of the portable generator needed to power a house will depend on the size of your home and your power requirements.

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While a whole-house generator model can be very expensive, Consumer Reports says there’s a less pricey option to power just the essentials.

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To make sure your portable generator is always ready to run in an emergency, follow Consumer Reports' expert advice.

Consumer Reports says to keep in mind that the generator must be at least 5,000 watts to easily connect to a transfer switch and to handle the load of several appliances.