Hurricane season makes backup power a practical concern for homeowners and business owners across Sarasota and Manatee County. However, owning a portable generator is not the same as having a safe, code-compliant way to connect it to your property. A generator connected incorrectly can damage electrical equipment, create a shock hazard, or energize utility lines through dangerous backfeeding. The correct solution may be a listed panel interlock kit, manual transfer switch, or