What type of generator is right for me? Natural gas standby generators can power your entire home, including your air conditioner, or just selected circuits for your refrigerator, lights and fans. Consider your needs and desired level of comfort. Do you have personal possessions that are likely to be damaged by extended periods of excessive heat and humidity? Do you work from a home office or operate a home-based business that would be affected by an extended power outage? If so, a whole-home, natural gas powered generator may be right for you.
Why is it better to choose natural gas to fuel my generator instead of gasoline or propane? The most important reason to choose a natural gas generator is reliability. Natural gas pipelines are buried underground so they’re less susceptible to damaging winds and flooding common with severe storms. Natural gas is also delivered directly to your home. You won’t have to worry about storing or running out of fuel because a fuel truck can’t reach your home or neighborhood gas station. And even if gasoline is available at the pump, gasoline pumps won’t work without electricity. Finally, natural gas typically costs less for emergency generation than gasoline or propane.