Home generator natural gas

Can a whole house generator use natural gas?

Whole house generators either use liquid propane from a tank or natural gas from a utility line (or custom tank). Propane is cheaper and less contaminating, but using natural gas means you won’t have to refill a tank (although this isn’t an option if you’re looking to go off the grid).

Which home generator should I buy?

We researched the options and spoke with several experts to select the best home generators you can buy, including our best overall choice, the Briggs and Stratton PowerProtect 26kW Home Standby Generator, chosen for its versatility, power, and reliability.

What is a whole house generator?

A whole house generator, also known as a standby generator, is a device that provides backup electrical power to an entire house in the event of a power outage. It operates automatically and is designed to restore power quickly and seamlessly, allowing you to maintain essential functions and appliances in your home even when the grid power is down.

Can a generator power a whole house?

Large whole-house generators can power an entire average home, while smaller units provide power for key appliances. These are the best standby models from CR's tests.

What should I consider when buying a generator?

You have four options to consider when buying a generator. Home standby generators are installed permanently on your property, can run on natural gas or propane, and kick on automatically during an outage. Portable and inverter generators can be moved around.

Where can I buy a home standby generator?

Nothing to compare right now. Shop Generac PowerPact 7500-Watt Dual Fuel (Liquid Propane/Natural Gas) 50-Amp Home Standby Generator (Automatic Transfer Switch) in the Home Standby Generators department at Lowe's.com. Generac’s 7.5 kW home standby generator is the most affordable, automatic alternative to portable backup power.