Backup Generators for Home Use

Have you decided to purchase one of the many generators for home use that are on the market?

Great!  Here you will learn how to decide on a generator brand, power rating, & fuel type.

Also you will find links to installation tips, noise reduction tricks, regular maintenance & testing, and more.

You are here to learn about the various generators for home use, and we are here to make sure you get the most out of it!

Types of fuels used by generators for home use

There are a few different types of fuel you can use to power your residential gen-set.

Diesel is very common, especially amongst the more heavy duty models.

Gasoline can be used, but this is better for a portable unit.  Gasoline is less stable for storage than other fuels.

Natural gas is another common fuel used for residential generators.

The fourth type of fuel used by generators for home use is propane.