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Home Portable Generators
Home Portable Generators for Reliable Outage Power
When the grid goes down, a portable generator is the fastest way to keep your refrigerator cold, your sump pump running, and your family comfortable. Our collection of home portable generators covers everything from a compact unit that handles the essentials to a powerful portable generator for house backup that carries most of your circuits. Safety matters as much as watts. A Consumer Product Safety Commission report found that portable generators were tied to 765 non-fire carbon monoxide deaths between 2009 and 2019, roughly 40 percent of all consumer product CO deaths. That is why many models here include a built-in CO Alert that shuts the engine down when levels rise.
Small Generator for Home Use
If you only need lights, WiFi, a refrigerator, and phone charging, a small generator for home use is easier to store and cheaper to run. The DuroMax XP2300iH dual fuel inverter and the Cummins Onan P2500i are lightweight and quiet, while the Onan P4500i and P4500iDF step up for a few more appliances. If you prefer a fuel-free small home generator, the Anker SOLIX F3000 and Jackery HP3600 Plus store power in a battery and run with no exhaust, no oil changes, and no gas cans.
Portable Generator for House Backup
Larger households need more capacity. Mid-size units such as the Cummins Onan P5000iDF EFI and the 9500W models from Cummins Onan and DuroMax can run a furnace blower, a well pump, and several appliances at the same time. For a whole house portable generator, step up to 11,000 to 16,000 watts with the DuroMax XP11000iHT, XP13000EH, XP15000HX, or XP16000iHT. Homes with central air and big loads can look at the XP28000IH and XP28000IHT, which reach 28,000 watts.
Dual Fuel, Tri-Fuel, and Diesel Options
Fuel flexibility keeps you running when supplies get tight during storm season. Dual fuel generators burn gasoline or propane, and tri-fuel models like the DuroMax XP13000HXT add natural gas, so you can run on whichever fuel is available. The Yanmar YDG3700W diesel offers long engine life and strong fuel economy, and the Yanmar YP8500GNH pairs a Honda GX390 engine with 8,500 watts of gas power. For layered protection, the EcoFlow Smart Generator 4000 and the Ultimate Emergency Generator Kit combine fuel and battery power. Every order ships free across the continental USA, and our USA-based team can help you choose the right size.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many watts do I need to power my home during an outage?
Add up the running watts of every appliance you want on at once, then check the starting watts of the biggest motor, such as a well pump or air conditioner, because it can draw two to three times its running load for a moment. Choose a generator whose starting rating covers that surge and whose running rating covers the total, with 20 percent left over as headroom.
How do I connect a portable generator to my house safely?
Use a transfer switch or an interlock kit with a generator inlet, installed by a licensed electrician. Never plug a generator into a wall outlet to power the house, because that sends electricity back onto the utility line and can seriously injure line workers. A properly installed transfer switch lets you power chosen circuits directly without running extension cords through the house.
Where should I run a portable generator, and how far from the house?
Run it outdoors only, never in a garage, basement, or shed, and keep the exhaust pointed away from windows, doors, and vents. The Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends placing it at least 20 feet from the house. Install battery-powered CO alarms inside your home, and shelter the unit from rain with a cover or canopy that does not touch the engine while it runs.
What is the difference between an inverter generator and a conventional one?
Inverter generators produce cleaner power that is safer for laptops, TVs, and other sensitive electronics, and they run quieter while adjusting engine speed to the load. Conventional open-frame models are usually louder, but they deliver more watts per dollar, which makes them popular for larger loads such as well pumps and power tools.
Can I get a generator before a storm hits?
Orders ship fast, but overnight shipping is not available for generators, so place your order as soon as a storm appears in the forecast. Delivery times depend on your location and the carrier, and demand spikes quickly during hurricane season, so buying early gives you time to receive the unit, fuel it, and test it before the weather arrives.
