HOuse: Install a proper generator transfer switch, Hook necessary systems up to it, this includes the Refrigerator, Freezer, furnace, Radio/Televison/Computers, Microwae and selected lights (not all of them, leave a few on the main panel only) You will need a gas cookstove as portable generators big enough to power an electric range are expensive.
(A dual burner Coleman propane may work)
Motor home, Add an outlet to power the house, make sure the fuel tank is full and with STABILIZED fuel, if Diesel add anti-gel as well.
Trailer you need a supply of Stabilized gasoline (Seafoam?) and do not forget the monthly generator test/exercise.
WATER,, I would keep 10 or 20 gallons INSIDE the RV in storage containers (It is ok if it freezes provided the storage containers are the kind that do not mind freezing).
This is about the best it gets. IT is how I had my house set up for winter as well.
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