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Our modern lifestyle, complete with all the gadgets and ultra-fast communications requires constant high-quality energy (electricity). What happens to our modern lives without power for just one day, two days or seven days? Generators can offer continuity and safety for your home, office, as well as appliances. There are two types of generators: stationary and portable generators, and they differ in many factors, such as price the power output, fuel type and many other aspects. A stationary generator remains connected to the source of fuel and automatically turns off when it detects an outage in power. A portable generator is one is turned on only when it is needed. Portable generators are operated by hand. This means you must collect it from the storage location, carry it outside, put in the fuel source like gasoline, the switch or pull to begin it up. Although setting up portable generators is generally easy, there are certain disadvantages, like the necessity to be present for the switch to be made whenever power is shut off. On the other hand, a stationary standby generator automatically turns on in the event of a power interruption. It doesn’t need the same continuous supervision as portable generators do. Other notable advantages include the accessibility of a reliable source of energy like natural gas or propane as well as the capability to provide higher power capacities. Another significant difference that can affect your choice on whether you should purchase portable or stationary generator is the process of installation. Portable generators require fewer procedures. Simply install the fuel and connect it to the power outlet in order to switch it on. For stationary generators, however, they need professional installation. Furthermore, a plumber will be required to hook up the source of fuel for the generator, in addition to an extensive inspection by the fuel provider. A permit is required before you can install a stationary generator Alley. This is a further step in the installation. The cost of portable generators is $500 for an 800-1000 watt generator or $2,000 for a generator that gives the user a power output of around 7000 milliwatts. This is enough power for majority of the appliances and lights that you will find in the typical home. There is no additional cost for installation after the fuel for your generator has been bought. Standby generators, on the other hand, can cost between $2,500 and $5,000 and an additional $5,000 for the installation. They are more costly to purchase and install and maintain, however they offer greater power output (up to 20,000 in watts). One of the benefits when choosing portable generators is that they don’t require a lot of maintenance. Before you store the generator, make sure that it’s devoid of fuel, and then check for any loose or damaged wiring before you begin running. It is a good idea to start your portable generator at minimum every year, to be sure that it is working in the event you need it. The stationary generators need more attention. They may even run for 15 minutes every week. It is essential to schedule periodic maintenance to ensure that the generator is running correctly. You should consider this when deciding if you prefer a stationary or portable generator. If you purchase either a portable or standby generator it will produce a evident sound from the generator. The stationary generators usually run more peacefully than portable models and don’t emit a lot of dangerous carbon monoxide gas. However, they will remain audible inside your home when it is running. Based on the information above, you can choose between a stationary or portable generator for your home. Remember that portable generators are more flexible and provide enough power to meet the needs of most households While stationary generators offer more power, are more quiet, use a more stable fuel source and generally more expensive. You must consider the advantages and disadvantages of each type in relation to your current energy requirements to determine which type of generator is the best fit for your needs. Dr. Mitch has 18 years of experience as an Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Engineer. He is also an expert in the field of renewable energy for commercial and industrial buildings.