Portable or Stationary: Which Generator Is Right for You?

When it comes time to purchase a used commercial generator, there are a number of questions to ask yourself. How much power do you need the generator to produce to keep your business running as usual during an extended outage? What are you looking to spend on the generator? And finally, would you like the used commercial generator to be portable or stationary? In this post, we’re going to advise you on how to answer that final question.

Portable Generators Are Cost-Effective and Can Be Taken Anywhere

Because they can be moved from one spot to another, portable generators are a good option for construction companies and oil & gas operations that work in a variety of locations. Here are some fast facts about this type of generator:

• Portable generators can typically provide between 5,000 and 7,500 watts of power or more depending on the model and if it can connect to a transfer switch.
• This type of generator requires you to turn it on manually, but you can bring it virtually anywhere.
• The downfall of portable generators is that they take fuel, and it can be hard to find a safe place to store it while on the go.
• The more powerful the generator is, the more fuel it will require.

As you can see, portable generators offer the benefit of portability, but they can be cumbersome to set up and maintain.

Stationary Generators Are Always Ready When You Need Them

Planning on staying in one place? A stationary generator may be your best bet. Here’s a little bit about this generator type:

• They can provide anywhere from 8,000 to upwards of over 20,000 watts of power, making them suitable for large jobs.
• Stationary generators start automatically in the event of a power outage. They run on natural gas or propane, so there’s no need to store fuel.
• In addition to carrying a high price tag, stationary generators usually need a municipal permit for installation. Getting one of these permits can be a long process.

Stationary generators deliver a safe, reliable source of backup power to a single location. Still, they are more of an investment.

We Have Both Stationary & Portable Used Commercial Generators!

So what’s the verdict? Are you going to opt for a portable or stationary used commercial generator? Either way, the folks here at Woodstock Power Company will be happy to help you find the perfect model for your budget and power needs. And when you shop with us, you’ll never pay full price – all of our used generators are heavily discounted, sometimes by up to 75%!

If you’re ready to purchase a dependable used commercial generator for an incredibly low price, give us a call at 610-658-3242. And if you want more information on our used commercial generators, check out this post. Happy generator shopping!