Why Choose a Natural Gas Generator?

Natural gas generators are classic options for a wide variety of backup power needs. Like other generator options, they can come with enough power to supply a commercial business, a home, an RV, or any smaller utility that needs electricity. Many find natural gas to be a consistent advantage and prefer it to other forms of fuel—oil, gasoline, and diesel.

Natural gas as a source of power is as dependable as other types of fuel; however, it is one of the most energy efficient options for backup power and is easily accessible. Natural gas generators are typically not more expensive to purchase and keep running as any other form of generator. And, natural gas is a cheaper fuel than some, which makes running the generator in general less costly.

Additionally, natural gas is the cleanest fuel available. It burns with no strong odor—except that which makes it identifiable in order to prevent an incident—and is not connected to significant environmental pollution, as are many other fuels. Nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and sulfur emissions from natural gas are low. There is even no need for a special storage tank. Thus, it is also less of a health risk; it is non-toxic—as long as an excessive amount of it is not inhaled. It is easy to take proper safety measures.

Natural Gas Generator Options

Natural generators come in as many options as other forms. They serve as perfectly dependable solutions for homes, businesses, and beyond.

Residential Generators: These models provide a wide variety of power levels for your home. When the power goes out, you can run the lights, the air and heat, or even your entire home if necessary. Many also have features that make switching from the power grid to fuel very easy; some are even automatic. They can be technologically modern with monitoring systems that allow you to keep up with their performance while you’re away. They’re also made strong to last through time and the elements. Overall, natural gas generators could be the perfect solution for your home’s backup power needs.

Portable and RV Generators: Because natural gas is easy to contain, it is also easy to take with you when you travel. Portable natural gas generators have what you need to power your tools, your job site, your little working shed, or your RV with a connector. They move easily—obviously—but their size does not equal their power or strength. Some also take multiple types of fuel, making them even more efficient.

Commercial Generators: Natural gas generators are capable of amazing power—enough to fuel a business. Any business that you can think of may find a natural gas power source to suit its needs. These types of generators have higher power nodes, varying phase outputs to accommodate high voltages, and powerful engines. However, they are still quiet machines. Their enclosures make certain that they’re protected all year from all sorts of weather and corrosion. Some also have efficient technological features and take multiple types of fuel.

Want to see what natural gas generators are out there? Take a look at what we have at AP Electric and Generators.