We keep it simple using the generator for two refrigerators, microwave or toaster oven lamps, internet and tv. Cook mostly on grill and camp stove. Community well so I typically keep several buckets of water filled with a touch of bleach for using the toliet. Summer we will run a few floor fans to circulate the air. Winter gas fireplace and also keep two kerosene heaters for really cold. Fans help to move heat to other areas of the house.