The Best Way to Run an Extension Cord Through a Window

[@TheMargo420]

Great tips. My Mother always secured our windows with "security poles" . We were very poor and she had to use what ever she could find ,such as branches, car parts etc. I have all of my windows secured with round dowels. The only way in is to break the glass. I am older now but I learned so much from my Mother.( 64 years of lessons.) I think being poor made me smarter. Thank you.

[@boz-]

innovation and adaptation are very important skills in life, which a lot of the wealthier population lack as they have had no need to adapt as they live in a near perfect environment. Glad you can see positives, even during poverty

[@rickhunt3183]

being poor didn't make you smart. You were already smart. Poor only makes you poor, but if you're smart you can turn that into something useful, and buckle down and learn a skill that pays well. before the internet we only had books and the classroom. Theres so much you can learn on KZbin, however most people have no interest in learning anything. There's only one thing you'll ever have in life that can't be taken away from you and that's an education.

[@LydieBaillie]

only a dumbbell would want to break into the home of someone who's "very poor" to rob. All risk and no gain

[@jdilksjr]

@@LydieBaillie There are a lot of dumbbells out and about.

[@kbjerke]

Damn. Another one of those "Why didn't *I* think of that" moments. Thank you! Subscribed.

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for the sub!

[@lightningdriver81]

Yeah, me too.

[@capefearcapt4679]

Right ?!

[@andersonsimcox]

GENIUS!!

[@thedaddechannel]

I understand that this concept is beyond conceivable but this guy can explain those pesky details in great easy to follow steps . Great job!

[@KWMc1952]

Pool noodles are so handy for so many things.

[@terrywashburn5737]

Hey...when you open a window like the one shown here, at the top of the window a sizeable air gap is created. Air can move into and out of the house, as well as bugs can enter. That air gap going all the way across the top of the moveable window next to the stationary window must also be plugged with foam or some such material. Anybody that has ever installed a room AC knows this. I am surprised this was ignored by DIY Prepper; otherwise, this is a great procedure and well thought out.

[@rayberger2694]

I have been an electrician for about 25 years, I recommend installing a male plug on the outside of your home near to wherever your generator will be set up.. Then install an indoor receptacle connected only to the outdoor male plug, Keep this completely separate from the power grid or the wiring inside your home, or you can run it to a junction box in you basement or crawlspace and from there branch off to where you will need power. Using orange receptacles or just red dot them.

[@ip5232]

You beat me to that! I had done that exactly as you describe ! I believe its better and more professional looking

[@rayberger2694]

@@ip5232 Your right Sanchez, if a person has a basement or a crawlspace and they mount a central junction box then they can run power to any part of the house they need it, I have one that goes up into the cabinet beside my refrigerator. so if power goes out I just open the cabinet and unplug the frig and plug it into my generator plug. No power cables or extension cords all over the floor. Yes it is harder to install it this way the first time but when you are done you have now added to the value of the house.

[@sorrywrongplanet8873]

I don’t understand. You need to make a video.

[@ptmmatssc13]

I put and outdoor receptacle on my shed and wired it to a run of outlets within the shed. Made a male/male 12g extension cord and simply plug into my generator and out door receptacle. Works perfectly

[@rayberger2694]

@@ptmmatssc13 Thats Great, Hmmmm Now run a wire from one of the receptacles up to a light switch and from the light switch up to a light. Then you will have lights in your shed also.

[@whatmusiciwant]

I've been laying in my bed at night, racking my brain with how I can insulate the window whilst running a cord. I was going to use cardboard cutouts, with foam in the middle. This is GENIUS. Thank you so much man, brilliant.

[@jayrpyne7067]

Short, Sweet and Simple. Thanks.

[@diypreppertv]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@sherrywoodrum7577]

This is a fantastic idea!! Simple, effective, & cheap. Thanks, JR!

[@BobBragulla]

Thank You ! Great idea. Unfortunately I just had to use this. Our power was out for over 29 hours during a wildfire. This solution worked great.

[@M.Campbell]

Amazon sells sliding window locks that screw to the window track inside. Effective, temporary and cheap.

[@lostintime8651]

Every hardware or home center sells them. Why give Amazon an unnecessary plug? They are a communist company who want to take away your freedoms. And have all your personal information.

[@gogr2409]

@@lostintime8651you’re probably right.

[@1pcmedic]

Good idea with the pool noodle. You also need to tuck a towel or some cloth material into the offset on top of the window too to keep bugs out. Also make sure all extension cords are unwound, do not leave them coiled up if only connecting a few feet away. Leaving the cord coiled creates an INDUCTION COIL which could lead to a fire...................

[@christophergeorge2619]

This is a life saving idea. I once had carbon monoxide from a generator come through a crack window one hurricane season. This completely fixes that problem.

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you for watching!

[@crystalvillarreal8579]

Freaking genius man. It took me an hour to find this video after google page after google page. Well done bud. This helps me out a lot. Subscribing to your page.

[@Sctronic209]

Nice idea you still need to seal the top of the window so no bugs get in.

[@RMyly]

Followed your directions and it worked PERFECTLY ! Thanks again.

[@diypreppertv]

You’re welcome!

[@Travelgirl0224]

Thank you so much for this video! You speak well and precise. Very easy for me to follow. Thanks again! 😊

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching!

[@Coyotes-galore]

JR, Just another great suggestion from you. I purchased a BIG Buddy heater for the ... (just in case reason) and was wondering how to hook it up to a 50 lb propane tank on the porch. You just came up with the best idea. " run the hose threw the window via noodle." I didn't want that large propane tank in the house. You're the best. Thank you. Mary, Oklahoma. 🇺🇸

[@valeriepasbrig2864]

I just tripped over this, now 3 year old, video. I'm so glad I did. This is brilliant!! Especially the part about keeping mosquitoes out.

[@butchc9226]

Smart tip. I’ve done a very similar thing for a wood sliding patio door. I used 1” pipe foam. The only difference is I installed a piece of 3/4” left Over pvc pipe inside the pipe foam to make it rigged. On my sliding door I have a sliding door security bar. So when I install my foam in my door jam, the bar compresses it and locks it in place. Yeah I know I can install a junction box and wire circuits. But this is only used for emergencies when I need to use the generator, which has only been 5 times in 20 years and I’m home when it’s used. I understand about wire size extension cords. It’s worked during the few winter and summer outages with no problems.

[@Revelation18-4]

They have those window alarms at the dollar tree.

[@MoekoBrooks]

Thank you! I'm decorating for Christmas and this helped tenfold! EDIT: I didn't need the added secure measure (2 second floor balconies), but this is GENIUS...! Love a great creative moment! lol

[@jlowrie33]

Wildly helpful. Buying my first inverter generator for blackouts. I've been scrambling for a simple setup. Thanks.

[@stevenscott5212]

It’s so simple! That’s what makes it so cool! Great tip. Thank you

[@diypreppertv]

Glad to help!

[@maureen5054]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I always hated the idea of cracks left in doors or windows if we had to use our gasoline powered generator.

[@prioritymaleman]

This is excellent thank you. I've seen it done but didn't know exactly how they did it. Well done!

[@francoisbergeron7253]

Just bought my generator and have been studying the idea of installing that inlet, this through brick & mortar. I have to say the 'old pool noodle trick' seems much simpler, and yes (hopefully) temporary! Brilliant, thank you 👍

[@whatnext715]

How did I miss this? Never thought of it but once I’ve seen it it seems so obvious. Great tip!

[@NiCaNaMex]

This is great! It's Christmas again and I want to put an extension cord out for lights! Thank you 🌟 🎄

[@gonebananas1076]

This is such a great idea! Thanks for sharing.

[@diypreppertv]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@neilufe]

Hot dang. That’s a genius idea cheap and practical. Thank you so much man your awesome. This seals better then my two piece block during the winter

[@valerief1231]

The screw hack will keep those windows from being opened, just be sure to keep a correlating tool near by in the event of an emergency, and you need to use that particular window as means of escape. I do know that there are window locks available that clamp on to the window track, and are hand tightened/loosened. I truly appreciate this hack, I will definitely be doing this, and prepare now, so thank you for sharing this affordable idea that actually works!

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you for watching!

[@dougc78]

Nice! Simple elegant solution to a frustrating problem, thanks.

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you!

[@cantstartafire]

Dude! Genius. Totally stealing this.

[@lostintime8651]

He's a pool noodle 🤣

[@chrisb4009]

We have different levels as what counts as genius clearly.

[@cantstartafire]

@@chrisb4009 Absolutely...However, I don't see a link to your channel but I'd love to see your ideas that meet genius criteria! Because this was great! I can only imagine that amazing things that you'll share.

[@reasoningtruth]

Great idea! Thank you! One other seal you might want to add is between the top sliding and the stationary windows. There is a pretty good gap there. You can also use a cutdown pool-noodle there also. My window frames are all white so I will try and find white pool-noodles. Also, my window is a side-sliders, but this will work just the same on it. I always hated that cord out the window problem. I'll find a white noodle today!

[@DVTOM]

Pool noodles are the best invention for all of mankind.

[@bigpardner]

Second only to the salad spinner.

[@jasonmekush5280]

Ty I will try this. My reliable predator generator is ready for Elsa if she decides to drop by the bay area 813 rep.

[@joshmonus]

Great video, thanks! I've been racking my brain on how to get a 10-12 awg cable inside from a generator too, but I didn't want to drill into the side of the house.

[@kevinh891]

What a great idea. Didn't think of that. But I did make something similar with rigid foam insulation. But the noodle is much better...

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching Kevin!

[@BandGeek2210]

Honestly…l use those darn pool noodles for A LOT of things. When l store my storm doors…glass…for the winter…l slit them and make “bumpers” for storage…and on and on…GREAT VIDEO!

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching!

[@lizzieb6311]

Freaking brilliant! I’m plagued with mosquitoes and lizards coming in the space when I’m forced to use my generator to run my portable AC unit during power loss during hurricanes here in Florida. Wish I had watched this before Hurricane Milton.. thank you! BTW…go Champion! I’ve got a Champion dual fuel investor generator and LOVE IT! Thanks for all you do for us ♥️

[@myvenusheeler]

Great. Simplicity is always the way to go.

[@bman26793]

The perfect temp solution I needed. Thank you

[@bren.k.2163]

Great idea. I have side sliders, with full outside screens. A bit more work, but removing the screens shouldn't be a too big of a problem. Thanks for this!

[@diypreppertv]

You’re welcome Brenda! Thanks for watching!

[@diannestewartccr5988]

This is wonderful information, especially for all of us folks who live in central and south Louisiana. Thank you so much!

[@diypreppertv]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching!

[@dalehazelton-np2le]

Great idea for coax and temporary ham/shortwave antenna lead-ins too.

[@sherrykendrick1765]

Great idea. You can buy these tubes at the dollar tree.i use them for various reasons.

[@joycelandreth5237]

Thanks, Brenda, backer rod is a great idea for that crack at the top.

[@barbaraadams8219]

Thank you. I would not have thought of this.

[@diypreppertv]

Glad to help Barbara!

[@jpresas3082]

Thank you, for sharing. Great information.

[@josephgeorgeejr7039]

Knife seems like it was sharpened pretty dang good!

[@patrolrider]

Good idea thanks and hear I am stuffing towels in the space I use those for a lot of things but I think this is the best

[@gerlindakumer8966]

Ingenious! I have that problem just trying to put Christmas lights outside. No outside plug!?!

[@davidblanchard5252]

Thank You JR ! Super idea for electric cords and possible propane hoses for cooking or Big Buddy Heaters. Think about installation of Wood Burning Stoves or Heaters !

[@Moondoggy1941]

This is a great idea, thanks, my father put an extension cord between the door and someone slammed the door and you could see the sparks go all around the door, very scary.

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

😆😆😆😆😂😂😂😂

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

Besides the fact that some doors & frames can be warped by doing such & have issues when they are

[@Pro1er]

I always used a towel for the cord and a stick to secure the window, but if it's raining the pool noodle seems like a good idea too.

[@raccoonplayground]

Great idea. You still can get bugs and lose heat/cool from the opening at the top. A quick strip of painters tape across the top will solve that.

[@paulmullikin9215]

Great job and precise directions 👍🏻

[@lyonalewis651]

I love this idea thanks so much!

[@marceld6061]

Great idea. Now I have to figure out how to make it work with my casement windows. Buggah.

[@generac43]

This is good! Thanks

[@ronniet5680]

Thanks I have done this for ham radio coax but never thought about notching the ends

[@joycelandreth5237]

Fantastic idea that solves the dilemma of how to keep from killing oneself with generator fumes in a power outage. Since this is a temporary fix that can be reused as needed, the gap at the top of the window only needs a rolled up kitchen trash can liner, an old pillowcase or towel to fill it. These items can be stored by the generator for grab and go when needed.

[@brendagossett2528]

Get some 5/8” foam backer rod from lumber store. You can easily cut it the middle with a pair of scissors to fit the exact size hole you’re needing to cover that window gap.

[@louf7178]

Great idea. More than one can be used vertically for sliding doors. Maybe cut at a lapping angle instead of butting.

[@shastaham7630]

Good video. I use a pool noodle to run a ham antenna coaxial cable through my horizontal sliding window. However, my setup is much less efficient than yours. No drilled holes and no track splits. I will be changing mine to incorporate your modifications. Thank you. BTW, I may be using pipe insulation.

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Shasta Ham!

[@karlperry4805]

Thanks. This works great for ham radio coax and window line.

[@NotSureJoeBauers]

Thats pretty funny, I used a length of foam pipe insulation for my window. Same thing basically but this is even better might spend the 1.25 for an upgrade

[@thomashaines1187]

Brilliant, this is a great idea. I'm in! Thank you.

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching!

[@susanjones5592]

Sir, Thank you. This is brilliant!

[@loubzac3]

Great idea! Don’t forget to rein sultanate the top of the window. Now that is raised a couple inches the top isn’t sealed

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks Louis!

[@Jen608-g4s]

This is a great idea! Any solutions for casement windows! Thank you!

[@andrew8940]

Thanks for this video and looks like a shark knife. Since you're a prepper, i was looking to run a coax for my ham radio

[@WilsonJohnson-y1i]

THANK -YOU. The door method works, not good though, but works. Again TKS.

[@helidude3502]

Window security. I like to use cheap vise grip type pliers on the window frame to secure the window. You can secure the window at any height you wish. It’s also handy for windows that the latch is broken and unlike some factory latches, cannot be jiggled from outside. They will leave small marks from the pliers, but that’s not something that concerned me. Side note: This also gave me proof that a maintenance person was entering my home with a key when he claimed he wasn’t.

[@diypreppertv]

That’s a great idea. I’ve done that on my garage door (with a locking c clamp) when I had to disengage it to back my car out during a power outage. Just make sure to unplug the door motor so you don’t tear it up by accidentally opening the door when the power comes back on.

[@MJYouAreNotAlone1]

Thank you and God bless you❤️🙏

[@sherlock1895]

I like this idea for the short term. I don’t believe I feel comfortable leaving that longtime. It’s just too easy to get in through the window. It will be interesting to hear other comments. Cheers!

[@carolstrickland6979]

I can use this idea for a propane hose. Like for a buddy heater from a 5-20 lb bottle that is outside. Thanks.

[@watchandpray8918]

For extra measure of security, put some strong tape (maybe alien tape?) to secure the 2×4s inside the window. I like to put a strong dowel inside each window, at least on the ground floor. You can cut it a little short so if you need to open the window to air out your house, you can. Just make sure someone can't reach inside & reach the boards to remove them.

[@brandonblahnik6002]

You can also put security film on the inside of the window in case they try to break or cut the glass.

[@wallywood49]

Great idea! I've been looking for a way to get power to my front porch that doesn't have an outlet. This'll work just fine!

[@paulgarcia1566]

Simply and easy solution. Thanks!

[@diypreppertv]

You’re welcome! Thanks for commenting!

[@jveebklyn1644]

Great idea. Well done video. Just in time for hurricane season.

[@gailmrutland6508]

*Good Thinking! KUDOS!*

[@Tom-qx5nl]

No window has ever deterred a determined thief. Vinyl windows especially can be yanked right out of their frames quite easily. Lots of thieves are just using cordless circular saws and cutting a hole right through a wall to gain access, then walking right out the front door with the goods. The idea is great for coaxial cables for radio also.

[@davidc8560]

Lots? I don't think so. You know how much noise and time that takes? They can literally break the glass and be inside in seconds

[@davidc8560]

@@MosaicHomestead Sounds like a fortress! I wish homes were built like that here.

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

Yep I know a subdivision HOA in our area where EACH small back yard was fenced in with privacy fence, the theives would access from the rear fence & have privacy for their job, they would use a battery operated sawzall and cut through the vinyl siding & what's under it to gain access

[@tro8191]

I always have a good supply of pool noodles in the garage for so many things! Make for great safety hacks! My best is a “fireplace hearth bumper”. Much better and safer than those cheap pieces of foam that are sold.

[@southerncomfort971]

This is a great solution. I was wondering if you had done anything similar with a window air conditioner? I have been using a floor model, which I do not find as cooling, but hate how much air around window A/C's leave especially with as many bugs as I have in my area. Thanks for the great video.

[@ccwnoob4393]

Good video dude. THough I won't be using a pool noodle because it's bigger than I need for the little wire I'm running (a security cam flat wire), your method is perfect. I'm going to get some 1inch white foam. Instead of the wood blocks, I'm going to put two thin white poles on the edges so it's less noticeable. Thanks for a great method.

[@diypreppertv]

Glad I could help!

[@nat5112]

Yo mate what did you end up getting! Since I am trying to run a Ethernet cable! Thank you in advance! :)

[@Bangbangbigelow]

Liked and subscribed, great poor man's way of doing it and brilliant idea, thx!

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@vladstad8102]

thanks. this could also be used with solar panel cables.

[@lawhoff9581]

i use 1 inch pipe insulation - also works great.

[@jessearroyo3927]

Thank you, this is just what I need!

[@ptmmatssc13]

Simple yet effective. Bravo

[@jerrywiese9722]

I think foam pipe insulation would seal better than a pool noodle, plus it's already got a slit in the foam. The foam used on a noodle is much stiffer as your video showed. Nice idea though.

[@mindysch]

Getting ready to do this for a friend in Corbett Oregon! What diameter is the noodle in your video? Assuming it's solid? Thank you!

[@wickedbird1538]

😮😮thanks. I think a pool noodle will help me seal an AC window Unit I that struggle with every summer.

[@Earthangel171]

Very creative thanks for sharing

[@KimberlyBarkdoll]

My husband just brought me home a 3 tier fountain for the front yard and we are in a rental that has ONE outside pug in for the whole yard....we use it for the outside fridge and deep freezer in our concrete shed. I was trying to figure out a way to get that fountain off the same breaker. This is PERFECT!!! Also, we used to have wood windows and I remembered the lady downstairs from me when I was in my 20's; she had a creepy ex-bf and the police told her to drill holes 2 inches up from the top of the inside window and slide double-headed nails in the holes. It works so perfectly and low profile. You can even leave your window cracked open in the summer that way. But, of course, that wouldn't work as well with metal windows, which is what I have now. I am going to use your idea for the screws!

[@VernonWallace]

Great idea. Thank you

[@brazenbull636]

Pipe insulation works too and is less obnoxious. Do this with coax for my radios..

[@bethteer1509]

Pipe Insulation isn't as thick as a Pool Noodle. At least none I've ever seen.

[@brazenbull636]

@@bethteer1509 exactly. Its less obnoxious.. (It doesnt need to be thick)

[@ArtGardenFoodExpressions]

You are helping us with things. Thank you for this one too. Please keep in mind that some of us are old (hehe) and female, and need you to not block our view on some things. You blocked the view on the horizontal width of the window measurement. Thanks again.

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching!

[@joanndavis4843]

Another deterrent is to hang some visible chimes or bells from the window. Also, I'd think this same pool noodle idea could be used on a window that slides open horizontal. In that case, a wooden dowel can easily be put in the track. As far as using bells, they can be put at all entry points in a home, even the front door, along with a door knob to floor security bar.