In the past, enduring a power outage was as simple as starting the fireplace. Not anymore.
Without electricity, basements can flood. Security systems can falter. Home businesses can fail.
You don't realize how much you rely on electricity until it's gone.
Many homeowners are unwilling to wait out the next power outage, so they are converting their portable generators into emergency backup power systems.
What NOT to Buy!
The key to picking the perfect
emergency portable generator is to pick the right style first, then pick the right wattage.
Camping Generators
Recreational generators are great for tailgating or camping. A power outage, however, is no picnic.
Small recreational models will only power an appliance or two. Plus, you'll need to refill their small gas tanks every few hours.
Jobsite Generators
You don't need to go overboard with a professional-grade model either unless you're a contractor using your generator on a daily basis.
What's the point in purchasing a top-of-the-line portable generator with all the bells and whistles that's only used a few times a year?
Buy "Emergency" Instead
We recommend purchasing a portable generator specifically designed for "Emergency Power" and reinvesting the savings into a generator with additional wattage.
Electric Generators Direct categorizes their emergency portable generators into three sizes: Medium, Large and X-Large.
Medium portable generators (3,000-6,000 watts) will power multiple survival appliances, including your refrigerator, sump pump, furnace fan and several other appliances.
Large portable generators (7,000-9,000 watts) will restore power to multiple rooms in your home (minus a central air conditioner).
X-Large portable generators (10,000+ watts) will supply enough electricity to restore power to small homes, including some central air conditioners.
