4 gal - Portable Generators - The Home Depot

Question 1

What size portable generator do I need?

Accepted Answer

The size of the portable generator you need depends on what you plan to power. Calculate your power needs, adding up the wattage of all devices you want to run at the same time. Check the starting watts on refrigerators, power tools, and other items that need extra power to start. Consider a 1,000-to-2,000-watt generator for camping and tailgating, a 3,000-to-5,000-watt generator for essential home backup power, and a 7,500+ watt generator to power your whole home. Always choose a generator with 20 to 25% more capacity than your calculated need to handle surges, avoid overload, and keep you and your family safe.

Question 2

Are there features on a portable generator that help protect my devices and me?

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Portable generators often include built-in features to protect both your devices and you. Get a generator with a CO (Carbon Monoxide) shutoff that automatically shuts down when CO levels become unsafe, protecting you and your family from poisoning. Discover overload protection that monitors the electrical load on the generator, automatically cutting power or tripping a circuit breaker if the electrical load exceeds the generator's rated capacity. Protect your appliances from voltage drops or surges, protect the generator's engine and alternator from strain and failure, and prevent overheating, electrical fires, and equipment damage. We even carry generators with GFCI outlets to detect imbalance in the electrical current, protecting you and your family from electrical shock, especially in wet or outdoor environments.

Question 3

What fuel types are available for portable generators?

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Portable generators come in several fuel types, each with its own advantages and drawbacks. Gasoline is the most common fuel type, giving you an easy-to-find solution that works well in most climates. The downside to gas-powered generators is a short shelf life of about 3 to 6 months. Propane is used in dual-fuel generators, combined with gasoline, offering clean burning, a longer shelf life, and easier storage. However, expect less power output from a propane-powered generator than from a gas-powered one. When you need a continuous power supply, consider a natural gas model that connects to a gas line.

Question 4

Do you offer portable generators for different applications?

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Yes, we carry different types of portable generators designed for specific applications. Whether you need something with a higher wattage to power essential appliances during power outages or something compact and lightweight to power your TVs, laptops, and small appliances during your next camping adventure or RV road trip, you can find just what you need at The Home Depot. We carry high-quality generators made by leading brands for applications like job site, emergency use, and tailgating.

Question 5

Which start types are offered for portable generators?

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Portable generators offer different start types, each one with unique benefits depending on convenience, reliability, and your use case. Many generators also combine start types to bring you more reliable power. We carry high-quality portable generators with start types like remote, push button, and recoil start to help you find the right one for your unique needs.

Question 6

Which portable generators are the top rated?

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Reliable backup power for your home, campground, or job site begins with the right tools for the job. The 4,650/3,600-Watt Gas Powered Portable Generator with Recoil Start is one of our top-rated portable generators. Get yours now for portable, convenient, and versatile power that works in a pinch and goes wherever you do.

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RYOBI4500-​Watt Recoil Start Gasoline Powered Portable Generator with CO Detect Shutdown Sensor

Generac4500 /​ 4000-​Watt Dual Fuel Recoil Start Gasoline /​ Propane Powered Portable Generator-​GP4000 DF

Westinghouse4,650/​3,600-​Watt Gas Powered Portable Generator with Recoil Start

Westinghouse4,650/​3,600-​Watt Dual Fuel Gas and Propane Powered Portable Generator with Remote Electric Start

Westinghouse4,650/​3,600-​Watt Dual Fuel Gas and Propane Powered Portable Generator with Recoil Start

Westinghouse4,650/​3,600-​Watt Gas Powered Portable Generator with Recoil Start

WEN4,750-​Watt 120V/​240V Dual Fuel Portable Gas/​Propane Generator with Wheel Kit, Electric Start and CO Watchdog

WEN4,750-​Watt 120V/​240V Dual Fuel Recoil Start Gas Portable Generator with CO Watchdog

Briggs & Stratton3500-​Watt Recoil Start Gasoline Powered Portable Generator with Ohv Engine-​50 State

Green-Power5250 Peak/​4250-​Running Watts Recoil Start Gasoline/​Propane Portable Generator with CO Detector

Briggs & StrattonHome 3500-​Watt Recoil Start Gasoline Powered Portable Generator with B&S OHV Engine Featuring CO Guard

Durostar4,500-​Watt/​3,500-​Watt 210cc Electric Start Gas Portable Generator with CO Alert

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RYOBI4500-Watt Recoil Start Gasoline Powered Portable Generator with CO Detect Shutdown Sensor

Generac4500 / 4000-Watt Dual Fuel Recoil Start Gasoline / Propane Powered Portable Generator-GP4000 DF

Westinghouse4,650/3,600-Watt Gas Powered Portable Generator with Recoil Start

Westinghouse4,650/3,600-Watt Dual Fuel Gas and Propane Powered Portable Generator with Remote Electric Start

Westinghouse4,650/3,600-Watt Dual Fuel Gas and Propane Powered Portable Generator with Recoil Start

Westinghouse4,650/3,600-Watt Gas Powered Portable Generator with Recoil Start

WEN4,750-Watt 120V/240V Dual Fuel Portable Gas/Propane Generator with Wheel Kit, Electric Start and CO Watchdog

WEN4,750-Watt 120V/240V Dual Fuel Recoil Start Gas Portable Generator with CO Watchdog

Briggs & Stratton3500-Watt Recoil Start Gasoline Powered Portable Generator with Ohv Engine-50 State

Green-Power5250 Peak/4250-Running Watts Recoil Start Gasoline/Propane Portable Generator with CO Detector

Briggs & StrattonHome 3500-Watt Recoil Start Gasoline Powered Portable Generator with B&S OHV Engine Featuring CO Guard

Durostar4,500-Watt/3,500-Watt 210cc Electric Start Gas Portable Generator with CO Alert