Living in Metro Detroit I unfortunately have the regional power supplier as my electric utility. Unfortunately the power is just a bit less reliable than it is in Afghanistan. After numerous outages and a ridiculous amount of damage I bought this generator. Unboxed it, put the frame and wheels together, added the oil and gasoline and it starts on the first pull (actually not even a pull - just a tug after the starter engaged). Light enough for me to lift myself, and with the wheels it is easily mobile. More than enough power to run the sump pump, freezer, and refrigerator for short spells during the numerous outages I experience. Extremely easy to use and maintain. It is unfortunate I need to own something like this at all, but since I do I doubt I could do better. Do the scheduled maintenance and it is always ready and should last indefinitely. Given the track record of the local utility they should be required to provide one for every customer.

Great product, well made, starts immediately with electric start. I only ran it for a short time after installing the house electrical transfer panel. Generator handled everything with no problem. I do wish that there would be an oil filter for the engine. I know someone with a 10,000 watt generator and that has an oil filter.

I have to admit I bought this generator because it was the only one in stock at the only store in the area that had any generators after Hurricane Sandy. Fortunately, it has turned out to be an excellent choice. It always starts on the first pull and doesn't require a lot of effort to pull the cord. Adding fuel and changing the oil is easy. The four GFI ports are plenty to power the items in my home that need power during an outage (boiler, refrigerator, computers and Internet router, along with some lights and a 46" TV). My next step is to have an electrician install a switch for the generator on my circuit breaker panel so I don't have to run extension cords all over the house. My only complaint (if you could call it that) is the fact that the generator is rather loud. But I don't believe it's any louder than other generators in the same class.

Having no backup plan for heat and concerns we may lose electricity with forecasted temperatures at -33°. I wanted piece of mind knowing it would sufficiently power our furnace and any other things we need. Started right up on first pull, battery wasn't charged straight out of box when I did initial start, but works now that it has been charged. Great product.

I purchased this Generac during the aftermath of Hurricane Laura. Pro's: Very little assembly was needed before it was ready for service. Excellent quality of construction. Has a good set of features to make it easy to use and keep it in service as long as it is required. (Fuel gauge, hour meter, and quite a decent sized fuel tank) Con's: Pull start only. (Not necessarily a "negative" as there's no starter system/circuit to worry about going out, and no battery to maintain in the off season) The engine can be a little noisy, but with proper/common sense placement of the unit this can be mitigated. The COSense system can trip itself if you place the unit's exhaust near a wall or if the unit is in the corner of a building where the breeze could keep the exhaust from drifting away. (In other words, it's quite sensitive ... so keep that in mind with placement). Overall: It's not the cheapest generator, but in this case... you honestly get what you've paid for. If I could go back in time and have the choice of buying it again, I absolutely would. So far, I'm 100% satisfied after the very easy initial setup and figuring out the best way to place the unit to keep it in service. The unit does what it's supposed to, and has been worth every single red cent since it's purchase. Keep up the good work Generac, and please ... whatever you do, don't stoop to cutting corners like some of the other manufacturer's whose generators I've used before have in recent times. Sincerely, A satisfied customer named Stephen

Bought when power went out in early august. Ran 2 fridges and a chest freezer without a hiccup! Recently had a transfer switch set up so now I can power the whole house if I want to. Starts on first or second pull every time, and has enough power to not strain at all.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This was very simple to put together and it fired up on the first pull. We use this for our camper should we go out in the woods without hook ups. Like I stated it fires right up and works AWESOME. My brother is looking for one and I have suggested this to him.

Excellent quality and great reputation is what led me to buy this generator. I am thankful I have not had to use it, however it provides a great piece of mind knowing its there if need be. One piece of advice I will give anyone purchasing a generator, secure your garage. My first generator was stole within the first two week of purchase. Since then we had anchors installed in the cement and have it chained down. We also have a place secured by the house if we ever need to use it that we can secure it to.

This unit has 120 Volt outlets as well as 1-30 Amp 120/240 Volt twist lock outlet. With the 30 Amp outlet you can run More Power! The electric start and pull start are fantastic. The best of both worlds. Just follow the recommendations from the owners manual and carefully select your electric loads and anyone can have emergency power safely. More Power!

Bought this generator for home backup in preparation of hurricane season. Compared to other generators at the store it offered the most features for the price. Put the oil and fuel, hit the electric start button and it started right up. Ran it for about 15-20 minutes and found no issues. Looking forward to having electricity next time a hurricane comes though.