This reliable, portable top-rated Briggs & Stratton generator is a must for anyone wanting to have most of the basics covered at home when the power goes out. This unit easily deals with air conditioners, well pumps, furnace fans and other steady and peak power use household appliances.  The Briggs & Stratton 30469 generator does exactly what you want it to and buy one for.

This commercial grade, affordable gas powered 6000 Watt generator by the Chinese giant, Lifan is well worth taking a look at.  For under $1000, you get good, clean, reliable power in a sturdy well-designed unit.