What are some of the best-selling portable generators?

One of our best-selling portable generators is the <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/Champion-Power-Equipment-15-000-12-000-Watt-Electric-Start-Gasoline-Powered-Portable-Generator-with-CO-Shield-201160/318808304?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">15,000/12,000-Watt Electric Start Gasoline Powered Portable Generator with CO Shield</a>.

What size portable generator do I need?

You'll want to consider the wattage of the appliances you want to power and factor in a safety margin. For basic needs like lighting and a refrigerator, a 2,000-3,000-watt generator is usually sufficient.

Which portable generators features do you carry?

We offer features like <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/Low-Oil-Shutdown/12000-watts/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ1z0p5yfZ1z1crsg?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">low oil shutdown</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/On-Off-Switch/12000-watts/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ1z1ajy0Z1z1crsg?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">on/off switch</a>, and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/Automatic-Voltage-Regulation/12000-watts/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ1z0p5ycZ1z1crsg?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">automatic voltage regulation</a>.

Which start types are offered for portable generators?

We carry portable generators with start types like <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/12000-watts/Recoil-Start/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ1z1cr53Z1z1crsg?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">recoil start</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/12000-watts/Electric-Switch/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ1z1cr0eZ1z1crsg?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">electric switch</a>, and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/12000-watts/Push-Button/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ1z1cr3fZ1z1crsg?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">push button</a>.

What type of portable generator is best for a job site?

A powerful generator with multiple outlets and a rugged, durable design is ideal for a <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/Job-Site/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ1z1731g?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">job site</a>. Consider a generator with multiple 120-volt outlets, a 3-prong plug, and a twist-lock plug for larger tools and equipment.

What are some popular brands of portable generators?

Some popular brands known for high-quality portable generators include <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/Champion-Power-Equipment/12000-watts/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ9xsZ1z1crsg?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">Champion Power Equipment</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/DUROMAX/12000-watts/N-5yc1vZbx9nZrt8Z1z1crsg?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">DUROMAX</a>, and more.