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Home Standby Generators for Reliable Whole-Home Backup Power


Home standby generators provide automatic backup power during electrical outages, helping keep essential household systems operating when utility power is unavailable. Available in multiple power outputs, fuel types and operating features, these generators can provide residential backup power for homes of different sizes. Explore the selection at Lowe's.


Benefits of Home Standby Generators

  • Automatic Backup Power: A standby generator for home can automatically restore power to compatible household circuits during an outage.
  • Whole-Home Protection: Whole house standby generators help keep essential appliances and systems operating when utility power is interrupted.
  • Multiple Power Options: Available in a range of running watt capacities to accommodate different household power requirements.
  • Versatile Applications: Suitable for emergency home backup and other residential power needs.


Key Features of Home Standby Generators

  • Fuel Supply: Choose a home standby generator with liquid propane or natural gas depending on your existing fuel source and installation requirements.
  • Automatic Operation: Select models include automatic transfer switch compatibility for convenient backup power.
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum home standby generators can provide durable outdoor performance for residential installations.
  • Included Features: Automatic voltage regulation, hour meters and overload protection are available on select models for generator protection and maintenance.
  • Circuit Protection: Models are available to support different household circuit configurations.


How to Choose Home Standby Generators

  • Estimate Your Power Requirements: Choose a generator based on the appliances and circuits you want to power during an outage.
  • Select the Fuel Type: Choose liquid propane, natural gas or diesel based on your home's available fuel source.
  • Exterior Finish: Options include home standby generators in gray to blend with a variety of residential exterior styles.
  • Review Operating Features: Consider automatic transfer switches, low-oil shutdown and overload protection for easier and safer operation.
  • Plan for Future Power Needs: Consider a generator capacity that can accommodate additional household electrical demands over time.


Home standby generators can provide dependable backup power for residential properties during unexpected outages. Shop generators at Lowe's, so you're prepared if the power goes out.