I just purchased this generator and it was very easy to put together right out of the box. I followed the instructions in the book and added the oil and then gas. I turned the choke on and then hit the start button. The generator started right up. My friend who was helping me thought it was going to be louder than what it was. I too was surprised at how little noise it made. I then tested the voltage in all of the plugs. Everything was right where it should be. I hope I do not have to use it as a backup, but if I do I'm sure it will do the job with no problems. I bought this for our house for when our power goes out, which happens quite often. I also bought it with the intention of using it when we build our log home. I know it will be able to power all of the equipment while we work.

I am relieved to have the Generac GP8000E on hand in case of power outages. But, some small inconveniences: Serial Number is extremely difficult to locate and read. Generac Website is cumbersome for product registration and entering recall form info. The Zip Code +4 field will not accept the extra 4 characters. I have been turned down from qualifying for a recall and don't know if it is because of the zip code problem. So far, unable to locate a Generac recommendation for an exhaust extension.

We bought our first Generac 7000kw in 2004 it has ran our 55' trailer in the middle of the bush for 7yrs. then built our OFF GRID home powering all our power tools needed for the build, then for the last 3 yrs used as a back up to our Off grid solar system. Still going strong only serviced once to clean it up with a tune up. Purchased New one GP7500E to carry us forward for another 10 yrs and use the older one as our back up. Quiet, easy to use, I will always buy a Generac.

I love everthing about the 7500E. Elec start a must have for the wife. Did a lot of research and Generac was always at the top of the list. Runs great in all weather conditions. The only thing that would be great is if it came with a Generac 6112 - 30-Amp (4-Prong) Convenience Cord w/ 4-20 Amp Outlets.

I bought this electric start Generac Portable generator for its Electric Start Feature. I have owned a Generac Non Electric Start Model for approximately 10 years and have been very satisfied with it. I bought this model for the Electric Start feature. I wish Generac kept the previous style handles which were separate and could be easily locked into position with the spring loaded pins. The new model uses a pin on a cable which is harder to use and flimsy. Also I do not know why Generac placed the Sticker with the Serial and Model number just below the generator motor with about 2 inches of clearance with the frame making it very difficult if not impossible to see and photograph. I had to lay on my garage floor in the cold with a digital SLR camera to photo the serial and model number and did not get the quality photo I would have liked. The Serial and Model Numbers could have been easily seen and photographed if the sticker was placed on the opposite bar of the frame which has plenty of space to be photographed which I do in the event of theft. Other than the handles and the sticker I am very pleased with the unit.

Bought the 17.5 KW to run my whole house, including the well. My wife is dependent upon ventilators to help her breathe and I needed a generator big enough to run the well and AC units since we have several power outages a year due to hurricanes and storms.

got this unit from local home depot for irene .only one i could find find from here to canada bolted on wheels added oil and gas fired up and ran with on problem for 6 days till power came back on. great back power for your home , i will tell all my friends to check it out ..

The generator is well worth the money for a stand by system or contractors. It starts easy with the dial and battery. Plenty of power to run the essentials. A little noisy compared to others and the fuel consumption is a bit high, well worth the trade off for this price point

This particular model has enough available power to run an average 3 bed room house including the furnace and refrigerator. To ensure a no overload condition have refrigerator turned off until furnace or ac kicks in then turn on. Easy to maintain and easy starting.

Installed the Guardian 26kW whole house backup system and it is great. First time it came on there was a small flicker of our lights. I would not have even known it was running if not for the app. There is a certain comfort that brings - knowing we are well protected against utility outages! 5 Stars!!!