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Learn about portable generators.
Learn about portable generators.

Portable Generators

How to Choose the Right One

Portable generator choices can be confusing to people that have never used one but know they need one. Peak Power Tools has over 50 models of portable electric generators to choose from. Such a large selection can be even more confusing without a little knowledge to help you make the right portable generator purchase. Check out our best selling portable generators to see what models are the most popular.

Look at the list of typical uses below to see which portable generator is right for you.

Emergency Use for when the power goes out at your house: You need an electric generator at your house to provide power in case of a storm or blackout. This is the most common use of generators. The recent increase in hurricanes, ice storms, and blackouts has denied power to millons of people for weeks at a time. Electricity is something most of us take for granted, but when its unavailable our lives quickly grind to a halt. How can you keep running when the power is out? A portable generator will get the job done for you at a very reasonable price.

Powering just the Necessities: If you just want to keep the necessities going: the refrigerator and freezer. A furnance fan or window A/C unit. Some lights and a small television. These are modest needs and can be met with a portable generator that makes 3,000 to 5,000 watts. (How many watts do you need? Click here to find out). Electric generators in this power range cost between $279 and $699. We suggest the following portable generators for this need.

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Staying comfortable: If you want to stay comfortable and power most (or all) of your house you will need more power. You want to power all the neccesities plus run your water heater, kitchen appliances, and more. The needs will require a portable generator that makes 5,000 to 10,000 watts. You may want to consider using a transfer switch (What is a transfer switch? Click here to find out). Electric generators in this power range cost between $599 and $1999. We suggest the following portable generators for this need.

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Recreational Use for camping, fishing, RV use. Taking your portable generator camping? Do you need one for tailgating at the big game? Need some lights while you are fishing? These are all common uses for recreational portable generators. Size, weight, and quiet running are the main concerns. We have models designed specifically for recreational use. Check out the weight on each one to make sure you get a generator that is easy to carry. Here are the electric generators we suggest for recreational use.

Jobsite/Worksite Use. Do you need a portabe generator to power your jobsite or for a remote location? You have a different set of needs than using one around the house. Features like idle control to save fuel, OSHA approved GFCI receptacles, and long lasting commercial quality engines. Generators that work in these environments every day cost more but last longer. Here are the portable generators we recommend for jobsite use.