The most economical way to supply power during a power outage is to use a portable generator of the appropriate wattage for your needs (at least 4000 Watts for starters) and run extension cords into the house to power chosen appliances. A safer system is to have an electrician install a power transfer switch, connected to the house's main electrical panel. Just fire up the generator, run a single extension cord into the transfer switch and power the circuits you need through the main circuit breaker. This eliminates the risk of electrical “back feed” injuring utility workers repairing downed power lines.

A small portable gasoline-powered electric generator can provide power for TVs, small kitchen appliances, hair dryers, power tools, lights and other comforts of civilization when you are out roughing it in the woods.

Portable generators can be put to work on construction sites that have no electrical service, providing clean, reliable power to operate saws, drills, air compressors, heaters, paint sprayers and other AC-powered tools. Most are gasoline-powered, a few run on diesel, and some models have multi-fuel capabilities, running on gasoline, propane or natural gas. These are generally full-featured machines with engine idle control, GFCI receptacles and 120 Volt full power switch.

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	Generac Guardian Generator — 30 HP, 22,500 Watt, Gasoline Designed for industrial, commercial or residential use, this powerful, long-lasting Generac OHVI® engine packs enough power for hours of use. Air-cooled engine features electric start and life-rated for 3000+ hours. 2-year residential warranty; 1-year commercial warranty; 90-day rental warranty. EPA and CARB certified. Truck Ship. U.S.A. No Price
	Generac Guardian Generator – 992cc. 26,250 Watt Prepackaged unit with prewired manual transfer switch with 16 circuits and enough power to start a 5-ton A/C unit or two 4-ton units! OHVI engine's automotive-type full pressure lubrication system eliminates wear during startup and provides max. lubrication and cooling during the most demanding conditions. Includes maintenance-free battery and pneumatic wheel kit. EPA and CARB certified. Truck ship. U.S.A. No Price