Expert Advice & Frequently Asked Questions

Standby generators should be professionally serviced at least once per year. Oil and filter changes are typically needed every 200 running hours or annually, whichever comes first. Regular weekly exercise...

Solid wire consists of a single metal conductor, while stranded wire is made up of multiple thin wires twisted together. Solid wire is standard for permanent in-wall residential wiring. Stranded...

Generac standby generators come with a 5-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. Coverage includes the engine, alternator, and control panel. The warranty requires the unit to be...

A manual transfer switch requires you to physically flip a lever to switch between utility and generator power. An automatic transfer switch (ATS) detects the outage and performs the transfer...

Yes. Purchasing a matched generator and transfer switch kit ensures full compatibility, simplifies ordering, and often provides better value than buying components separately. Kits include everything your installer needs for...

Copper is the preferred conductor for residential branch circuit wiring due to its superior conductivity, smaller size, and easier termination. Aluminum is commonly used for service entrance cables and large...

The leading standby generator brands in the United States include Generac, Kohler, Cummins, and Briggs & Stratton. Each brand offers distinct advantages in terms of power output, build quality, warranty...

Modern homes pair well with chandeliers featuring clean geometric lines, minimalist metal frames, sputnik designs, linear suspension shapes, or contemporary crystal fixtures with sleek silhouettes. Finishes like brushed nickel, matte...

IB Lighting accepts returns and exchanges on most products within 30 days of delivery. Items must be in original, unused condition with all packaging and documentation. Generators and large equipment...

IB Lighting is a family-owned electrical supply company that ships generators, lighting, wire, and electrical equipment nationwide with free freight insurance on every order. As authorized dealers for Generac, Kohler,...

Outdoor and wet-location wiring requires cable or conductors rated for moisture exposure, such as UF-B (underground feeder) cable or THWN-rated individual conductors in weatherproof conduit. Standard NM-B (Romex) is only...

Generators ship via LTL freight carrier on a pallet to your home or business. IB Lighting includes free freight insurance on every order. The freight company contacts you to schedule...

Natural gas standby generators can run indefinitely as long as the gas supply is maintained. Propane generators are limited by tank size. Most residential generators are designed for continuous operation...

Generator transfer switch kit prices vary by brand, generator size, and transfer switch amperage. Complete kits from Generac, Kohler, and Cummins include the generator, matching automatic transfer switch, and installation...

High ceilings (10 feet and above) call for larger chandeliers with vertical presence. Multi-tier crystal chandeliers, cascading pendant designs, and grand entry fixtures in the 36-inch to 60-inch range work...

Yes. Most municipalities require both an electrical permit (for the transfer switch and wiring) and a building or mechanical permit (for the generator installation and fuel connection). Your licensed installer...

Yes. A transfer switch is required by the National Electrical Code whenever a generator is connected to your home's electrical panel. For portable generators, a manual transfer switch provides safe,...

IB Lighting sells electrical wire in bulk quantities by the foot, in 250-foot, 500-foot, and 1,000-foot spools. Bulk pricing is available for large orders. Contact us at (800) 674-9019 for...

Your dining room chandelier should be one-half to two-thirds the width of your table, hang 30 to 36 inches above the table surface, and complement both the room style and...

A foyer chandelier should be proportional to the entry space, with a diameter equal to the width of the foyer in feet multiplied by 2 to 2.5 (converted to inches)....