It’s important to have a standby generator in your home to ensure you will have an uninterrupted power supply even during emergencies. There are different types of generators available today, and one of the decisions to make when buying a generator is choosing what type of fuel you want it to use. The two most common types of fuels used are propane and gasoline.

Zelek Electric Co., a leading electrical contractor in Old Lyme, CT, seeks to help you in making your decision by explaining the differences between propane and gasoline-powered generators:

• Fuel Availability: While gasoline is readily available from gas stations, propane is still more convenient. The convenience of propane comes from the fact that you can ask suppliers to deliver it right at your doorstep. Propane is also much less expensive than gasoline.

• Safety: Gasoline is easy to spill, emits toxic fumes, and is highly combustible. This makes for a bad combination when it comes to safety. Propane, meanwhile, comes in tanks, making them virtually impossible to spill. It also dissipates quickly, exposing you to fewer risks.

• Storage: You can store propane for a long period. Gasoline, on the other hand, will deteriorate, which is why it has to either be used or discarded after a short while.  

• Reliability in Cold Weather: Gasoline thickens and congeals in cold weather, making your generator difficult to start. This is not a problem with a propane-fueled generator.

• Impact on the Environment: These days you have to be aware of the impact on the environment your equipment is making. A generator that uses propane releases less greenhouse gases than one which burns gasoline.

Would you like to know more about generators? Contact Zelek Electric Co. by calling them at (860) 434-9726 or visiting their website to learn more about their services.