Natural Gas vs. Propane: Which Fuel Is Right for Your Generator?

The Short Answer

If you already have natural gas at your home, use it. It's convenient, never runs out, and requires no refills or on-site tank.

When Propane Makes Sense

Propane is the better option when:

• Natural gas isn't available on your street
• You want fuel stored on-site, independent of the utility
• Your gas meter is undersized for the generator's demand

A Note on Sizing

Generators produce slightly less power on natural gas than on propane. That's why we size units with a fuel margin — so your system performs the same regardless of which fuel you choose.

During your in-home assessment we confirm your fuel source, verify the meter capacity, and measure the run to the generator pad.