Homeowner guides

Answers to common questions from North Shore homeowners, with links to the official sources behind them.

Standby vs. Portable Generator: Which Is Right for Your Home?

How standby and portable generators differ in convenience, fuel and safety, with CPSC and OSHA guidance on carbon monoxide and transfer switches.

A plain checklist for before, during and after a power outage, based on Ready.gov and CPSC guidance, including safe generator use.