Generac Guardian Series 45 kW Emergency Standby Power Generator

Jim's Recommendation

Consider it the Hercules of Whole House Generators.

If you absolutely, positively want to replace every single amp supplied by the utility company, you're at the right place.

This Generac Guardian Series 45kW home standby generator has the power to produce nearly 200-amps of electricity. It will energize every single appliance in your home with some extra electricity to spare.

While it excels in strength, it lacks a few features. It's built with a steel - instead of aluminum - enclosure, which is fine as long as you live a way from the coast.

Also, it comes with a 3600 RPM engine - instead of the 1800 RPM version on the QuietSource models.

Since this model runs at twice the speed, it consumes more fuel, runs a little louder and requires more frequent maintenance.

If you're looking for pure power instead of flair, you can save some money if you get this model.