Portable vs Standby Generator
Portable Generator
$500 - $2,000
(for a 7,000 watt generator)
VS
Standby Generator
$7,000 - $9,000
(for a 7,000 watt generator)
Cost to install a portable or a standby generator varies greatly by region (and even by zip code).
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Portable Generator
Pros
+ Can power lights and appliances in a power outage
+ Inexpensive
+ Doesn’t take up permanent yard space
+ Little to no maintenance required
Cons
- Manual usage
- Won’t power the entire home
- Gives off carbon monoxide when in use
- Requires separate fuel storage
- Can be heavy and difficult to move
- Noisy when running
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$500 - $2,000
(for a 7,000 watt generator)
Standby Generator
Pros
+ Can power the entire home in a power outage
+ Turns on and off automatically
+ Requires no manual addition or storage of fuel
+ Increases home resale value
Cons
- Expensive
- Takes up significant outdoor space
- Requires regular maintenance
- Requires an inspection after installation
- Noisy when running
- Requires weekly running
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$7,000 - $9,000
(for a 7,000 watt generator)
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