Where to buy generators in case of a power outage this winter

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With winter storms on the horizon, a generator can be a great investment for homeowners. In order to prepare for the impending winter months, now is a great time to purchase one—especially this year, given shipping delays to the coronavirus pandemic. We've seen generator shortages earlier this year before Hurricane Laura and Hurricane Delta hit the United States. If you're worried about losing power during any future storms, a generator is certainly worth its price, as not having electricity when it's cold outside is particularly painful.

The most common home generators are the standby and portable varieties, and each comes with its own pros and cons. While standby generators may be more expensive and will require onsite installation by a pro, they're wired right into you home’s electrical system and they're weatherproof, so it means less handiwork for you when the power does go out. Portable generators are less expensive and can be moved, though it's important to note that the exhaust presents a carbon monoxide poisoning hazard. This means that portable generators need to be set up outside, away from the house, and may require additional weatherproof casing.

In terms of power, the wattage you need varies from house to house and depends on how much you plan on powering (i.e. one room vs. several). Below, you'll find all the places where you can order a generator directly online and have it shipped straight to your door. Each comes highly rated and should have enough wattage to power your basic needs.

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Where to buy portable generators

The Home Depot

• Get the Ryobi 6,500-watt Gasoline Powered Portable Generator at The Home Depot for $799

• Get the Westinghouse 9,500/7,500-watt Dual Fuel Portable Generator at The Home Depot for $949

• Get the Generac 8,000-watt Portable Generator at The Home Depot for $999

• Get the Duromax 12,000-watt Dual Fuel Portable Generator at The Home Depot for $1,299

Amazon

• Get the DuroMax XP5500EH Fuel Portable Generator at Amazon for $599

• Get the Westinghouse WGen7500 Portable Generator at Amazon for $825.16

• Get the Champion Power Equipment 7,500-watt Dual Fuel Portable Generator at Amazon for $1,129

Walmart

• Get the Champion Power Equipment 3,500-watt RV Ready Portable Generator at Walmart for $399

• Get the Pulsar 12,000W Dual Fuel Portable Generator at Walmart for $899.99

• Get the Westinghouse WGen9500 Heavy Duty Portable Generator at Walmart for $949

Lowe's

• Get the Craftsman 5,000-watt Gasoline Portable Generator at Lowe's for $649

• Get the DuroMax 8,000-watt Gasoline/Propane Portable Generator at Lowe's for $1,099

• Get the Generac 8,000-watt Gasoline Portable Generator at Lowe's for $1,129

Where to buy standby generators

The Home Depot

• Get the Briggs & Stratton 12,000-watt Automatic Air Cooled Standby Generator at The Home Depot for $2,999

• Get the Generac 22,000-watt Standby Generator at The Home Depot for $5,047

Amazon

• Get the Generac 20,000-watt Standby Generator at Amazon for $9,999

Lowe's

• Get the Generac Wi-Fi Enabled 16,000-watt Standby Generator at Lowe's for $4,147

• Get the Generac Guardian Series 20,000-watt Standby Generator at Lowe's for $4,847

• Get the Briggs & Stratton 20kW Standby Generator at Lowe's for $4,899

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