starting watts

Portable generator powering a home with a central air conditioning condenser through an exterior power inlet

What Size Generator Do You Need to Run Central Air?

October 4, 2026 22 min read

Learn how to size a generator for central air, compare 2–5 ton systems, understand startup demand, and see how a soft start can dramatically reduce compressor surge.

Portable generator connected to a proper exterior inlet with an air conditioner and refrigerator representing startup loads

Generators

Starting Watts vs. Running Watts: Surge Power and Generator Sizing

September 5, 2026 14 min read

Learn about starting watts, surge watts, and running watts and how they affect generator and portable power station sizing.