There are many reasons why Generac makes 4 out of every 5 automatic home standby generators sold. Some manufacturers purchase many of their generator components from the lowest bidder. Generac designs and manufactures every major component in our air-cooled models. That unparalleled control results in the highest quality and outstanding reliability. Add in features like Generac OHVI® industrial grade engines, superior motor-starting capability, easy installation and the lowest prices in the industry, and it's easy to see why Generac protects more homes than all the others combined.

Generac Standby Generators are completely automatic, helping to ensure that your home or business remain safe from the negative and potentially harmful effects of power loss.

1. The Generac system automatically and continuously monitors incoming power from the utility line.

2. When utility power is interrupted, the control system in the generator automatically senses the loss of power and signals the generator to start.

3. The automatic transfer switch safely closes off the utility line and simultaneously opens a new power line from the generator.

4. Your Generac generator supplies electricity to your main distribution panel through an automatic transfer switch. You can elect to back up selected emergency circuits or your entire electrical service.

5. When utility line voltage returns, the system transfers the electrical load back to the utility line. The generator continues to run for an engine cool-down period of several minutes and the entire system stands ready for the next power outage.

To ensure the system is always ready when you need it, your generator will run a 10-12 minute self-test cycle every week.

Why own a generator?

Now you have it. Now you don't. From hurricanes and snow storms to accidents, tens of millions of North Americans lose electrical power to their homes each year. No warning - just no lights, no heat, no air conditioning. No refrigerator, no sump pump, no security system. A few hours without power is a nuisance. Losing power for days, weeks or even longer can be costly and downright dangerous.

A Generac® automatic standby generator returns your home to full power within seconds, 24/7, even when you're not at home. More convenient than a portable unit, a fully automatic Generac standby generator senses an outage and begins to produce power immediately. There are no extension cords to plug in, gas tanks to fill, or switches to flip. A Generac generator delivers the power you need, the security and peace of mind you want.