Originally Posted by 360view
This youtube clip is a segment of a “This Old House” episode where they demonstrate the installation of an interesting kit for using portable generators with house electrical systems

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9V4RjzUXV8

Also check out this device that goes between your electric company meter and house wiring to connect a generator available at Home Depot

https://www.homedepot.com/p/GenerLink-30-Amp-Meter-Mounted-Transfer-Switch-MA23-N/301961623

For sound reduction,
check out “Sonex” waffle surfaced foam,

https://sonex-online.com/

and the pre-fabricated sound reduction fences
made for Outdoor air conditioning units


You're supposed to use some sort of transfer switch when using a generator to prevent it from back feeding into the lines and killing someone.

For a generator enclosure you're best off to either cover it with an old car cover or something else or make some sort of light crate that you can take off it when you need it. Portable generators aren't meant to be run in an enclose so having it inside one when it's in use could damage it frmo the heat and fumes. It's meant to hold up to the weather anyway so it sohuldn't be a problem being exposed when it's running.