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Ratings & Reviews for Generac undefined

4.5
272
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 4.5 out of 5
272 Reviews


92% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

The product is generally well-received, with customers praising its ease of use, quiet operation, and convenience of propane fuel. Key positives include easy starting, quiet running, and sufficient power to run essential household appliances during outages. However, some customers experienced issues with starting or surging, and noted the lack of certain monitoring features as drawbacks. Overall, the majority of customers are satisfied with the product's performance and value.

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272 Customer Reviews

GP 3250 generator

Would Recommend

Hi I purchased this product based on other reviews which were very complimentary I agree. I easily assembled this unit, added oil and it started on the second pull. Very impressive. I have started it a few times since and it starts with ease. It is comforting to know that when the power fails I have a backup ready Al

December 14, 2013

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Finally a good idea!!!

Would Recommend

Why keep bringing tanks of gas home when all the energy you need is already sitting and waiting for you to cook some ribs? This is a well-designed product with ease of use, form and function! Bravo, Generac!

December 12, 2013

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Good product

Would Recommend

recent Power outages made this product worth its weight. It operated without flaw till Electricity was restored after major ice storm. I would not hesitate recommending this product.

December 11, 2013

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Brand new product engine starts but does now produce power.

Would Not Recommend

It kinda breaks your heart when your power is out and you open your brand new generator, set it up, get then engine to power up then try to use it for power AND there isn't ANY...... so now we are left to go find a dealer to "fix a BRAND new out of the box generator"........... soooo NOT happy..........

December 8, 2013

From generac.com

Easy simple to use.

Would Recommend

Only thing I noticed was scratches and paint missing from bottom of generator frames like it was pulled across a floor. This does not affect the overhaul running of the generator and was easy to touch up before rust started. Very easy to assemble and get running instructions very good.

December 7, 2013

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Poor Quality and No Service Centers

Would Not Recommend

Generator ran well for the first 4 hours. After that it began to surge. After 3 more days of intermittent running, it barely ran and had to keep the choke 3/4 on to keep it from huge surges. Can't find a service center near me that services LP. Taking this back today!

November 22, 2013
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Easy to set up and start.

Would Recommend

It took longer to drive home from the store than to unbox it and get it running. Followed the starting directions and I took right off. I showed my wife how to start it and she had no trouble starting it either. We are booth 59 years old.

November 18, 2013

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Very pleased overall with generator

Would Recommend

Good heavy frame. Started on the fourth pull as the instructions explained. Easy to move around for its weight. Nice appearance.

November 4, 2013

From generac.com

Good value, needs meters

Would Recommend

My only complaint regarding this genset is the lack of a frequency and output voltage monitoring capability. I have meters to perform these checks, but would like to see the genset come equipped with these items.

October 6, 2013

From generac.com

Happy with purchase

Would Recommend

Generator was delivered in 4 days. Very easy to assemble, and easy to start. didn't use it yet but I did shut power of in garage and powered up 16 4 foot 2bulb florescent light fixtures, TV and a grinder.

September 24, 2013

From generac.com

Perfect Emergency Generator

Would Recommend

Very portable and will take care of emergencies when power fails. Starts at first pull and noise level is moderate. Price is right too!

September 15, 2013

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First pull right out of the box

Would Recommend

Brought this home yesterday. Setup instructions were easy to follow. Assembly was a breeze. Filled up with the supplied oil. Put in gas, and first pull it roared to life. Once I flipped the choke to the run position, the engine ran smooth and worked like a charm. I was expecting it to be much louder than it is. Real happy with the generator, and for the price and function no other brand could complete.

September 8, 2013

From generac.com

Like the size,cost, and ease of use

Would Recommend

Bought my first generator after researching and found Generac to be one of the best products out there. Will use this for occaisions whn power is out for short periods,camping,etc.Easy to setup, cranked after 5th pull, once it starting running it ran smoothly.

July 27, 2013

From generac.com

Great value for the money

Would Recommend

After researching the different brands of generators we found the quality and value in this generator. It is perfect for our needs. We use to run our freezer/refrigerator and our sump pump, plus we will switch for use with other electric appliances as needed. After being without power for a couple of days we deemed it necessary to purchase a generator to have on hand. In the past we had to borrow or do without one. Thank you for the quality of this product. It will run more appliances than the o...

July 8, 2013

From generac.com

Highly recommend

Used the GP3250 for the first time during a recent power outage. It easily started on the second pull. It ran for 8 hours on one tank of gas and had no problem keeping refrigerator, fan and several compact fluorescent lights running. It is definitely quieter than other models of equivalent size.

June 27, 2013

From generac.com

No brainer choice

Would Recommend

Setup was a breeze. After adding oil and hooking up the tank it started ob one pull. Instructions indicated it would need two pulls. The fact that it can hold its own tank is a feature you wont find on any other propane generator on the market.....so convenient. After hearing all my neighbors gas generators during Superstorm Sandy, and how loud they were, I was pleasantly surprised at how much quieter it is. It looks sharp, is easily maneuverable. If there is anything I'd wish was different it w...

June 2, 2013

From generac.com

Excellent alternative to gasoline powered generators

Would Recommend
June 1, 2013

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Generac 3250 Running-Watts Portable Generator

Would Recommend

Bought this at Lowe's in anticipation of the next storm after Sandy. Bought it with the 3 year extended warranty. Hey, you never know. Found the directions for the tank assembly bracket to be vague but figured it out after looking at the box photo. Start up was a breeze after following the directions, exactly. Started after 2 choke pulls & then 1 start pull. Runs fairly quiet. Happy with this purchase for the price. Would have bought a larger model of this type if it was available. Hopefully, I ...

April 30, 2013
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Super easy to use!!!

Would Recommend

Starts easily and runs very quiet!!!. Nice having a gas gauge for safety. Wheels & handle make it easy to set up.

April 25, 2013

From generac.com

Love it!

Would Recommend

Hubby brought home "Genny" after a power outage from an ice storm brought down the lines. It was easy to assemble and hook up. Started right up and we were dreamy until the power was back on. We ran the pump, fridge, freezer and some lights but would have run more I expect. I had been telling him we didn't need one because the power only goes out infrequently...but I have eaten my words--so much better when you can have water and lights and so on...and it's very portable so can and will come wit...

April 17, 2013

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