Generators at Lowe's

Prospective Buyers Can Find a Wide Assortment of Generators to Meet Their Needs

Shop inverter generators, backup generators, portable power stations, and more online at Lowes.com.

Main Content

• Generators
  • Home Standby Generators
    • Designed to keep your home electric during a power outage.
    • Automatically detects outages and switches to provide power to the entire home.
  • Backup Generators
    • Can be used to plug in appliances and electronics during a power outage.
    • Not as powerful as home standby generators.
  • Inverter Generators
    • Portable and lightweight.
    • Generates a stable power supply, ideal for campers and RV owners.
  • Portable Power Stations
    • Can be recharged from your home electrical system, solar panels, or wind turbines.
    • Quiet and eco-friendly.

Generators by Wattage

• Wattage Required
  • For camping or RVing, 500-1000 watts may be sufficient.
  • To power most homes, 5,000-7,000 watts or more is required.

Generators by Fuel Type

• Fuel Options
  • Gasoline, propane, natural gas, and hybrid generators.
  • Solar and wind generators for generating free electricity.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Question 1: What size generator is needed to power a house?
  • A power generator must have at least 10,100 watts to power most of a house.
• Question 2: Do you need to turn off your main breaker when using a generator?
  • If you have a manual transfer switch, you must turn off the main breaker.
• Question 3: What's the difference between inverter generators and portable generators?
  • Inverter generators are more efficient, lighter, and quieter than standard portable generators.

Brands and Availability

Generators from trusted brands such as Champion Power Equipment, Generac, and Honda can be found at Lowe's. Ensure you install your equipment with the help of independent, professional installers to ensure safety and efficient performance.