Welcome to Generator Shop, your trusted online resource for everything related to generators. We are a dedicated team of power solution enthusiasts who understand the critical importance of reliable backup power in today’s world.
Who We Are
Generator Shop is an independent blog and information platform founded by Michael Peterson, a professional electrical engineer with over 15 years of experience in power systems and backup solutions. Our mission is to provide accurate, detailed, and unbiased information to help individuals and businesses make informed decisions about generator selection, maintenance, and usage.
We are not a retail store or e-commerce platform. Instead, we serve as your comprehensive guide through the complex world of generators, offering expert insights, detailed reviews, and practical advice.
Our Story
The idea for Generator Shop was born during a severe winter storm that left thousands without power for days. Michael witnessed firsthand how unprepared many people were for extended power outages and how difficult it was to find reliable, unbiased information about generators.
What started as a personal blog sharing experiences and technical knowledge has grown into a comprehensive resource visited by thousands of readers each month. We’ve built a community of homeowners, business owners, contractors, and DIY enthusiasts who rely on our guides to navigate their generator needs.
What We Do
At Generator Shop, we focus on providing valuable content that empowers our readers. Our platform offers detailed buying guides that break down the technical specifications and help you understand what features matter most for your specific needs.
We publish in-depth reviews of various generator models, from portable units perfect for camping trips to whole-house standby systems that can power your entire home during outages. Our reviews are based on extensive research, manufacturer specifications, user feedback, and when possible, hands-on testing.
Our maintenance guides help generator owners keep their equipment running smoothly for years. We believe that proper maintenance is just as important as choosing the right generator in the first place.
We also create comparison articles that put similar models side by side, making it easier for you to see the differences and choose the option that best fits your budget and requirements.
Our Approach
We maintain strict editorial independence. We are not paid by manufacturers to favor their products, and we don’t receive compensation for recommending specific models. When we include affiliate links in our content, we clearly disclose this relationship, but it never influences our honest assessments.
Our content is thoroughly researched. We spend hours reading technical specifications, user manuals, customer reviews, and industry reports before writing a single word. We consult with electricians, contractors, and other power system professionals to ensure our information is accurate and practical.
We write in plain English. Generator specifications can be overwhelming with terms like inverter technology, THD ratings, and transfer switches. We break down these concepts into language anyone can understand while still providing the technical depth that experienced users appreciate.
Why Trust Us
Our team combines technical expertise with real-world experience. Michael holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and professional certifications in power systems. He’s personally installed, maintained, and troubleshot generators for residential and commercial applications.
We update our content regularly to reflect new models, changing technologies, and evolving best practices in the generator industry. When manufacturers release updates or when we receive new information, we revise our articles to keep them current and accurate.
We listen to our community. Reader questions and feedback help us identify topics that need more coverage and areas where we can improve our explanations. Many of our most popular articles were written in direct response to reader requests.
Our Values
Transparency is at the core of everything we do. We clearly state when content contains affiliate links, and we openly discuss the limitations of our testing and research. If we haven’t personally tested a product, we say so.
We are committed to accuracy. Generator safety is serious business, and incorrect information could lead to dangerous situations. We fact-check our content multiple times and consult primary sources whenever possible.
We respect your time. We know you’re visiting our site because you need answers, not because you want to read fluff. We get to the point quickly while still providing comprehensive information.
We believe in education over sales. Our goal is to help you understand generators well enough to make your own informed decision, not to push you toward a particular purchase.
What We Cover
Our content spans the full spectrum of generator-related topics. We cover portable generators that you can take camping or use for tailgating, inverter generators that provide clean power for sensitive electronics, and standby generators that automatically kick in when grid power fails.
We discuss different fuel types including gasoline, diesel, propane, and natural gas, explaining the advantages and disadvantages of each. We help you understand power requirements so you can size a generator appropriately for your needs.
We provide guidance on generator installation, though we always recommend hiring licensed electricians for permanent installations and electrical work. We explain maintenance schedules, storage tips, and troubleshooting common problems.
Our Commitment to You
We are committed to keeping Generator Shop free and accessible to everyone. We believe that important safety information and buying guidance shouldn’t be locked behind paywalls or obscured by aggressive advertising.
We pledge to maintain our editorial independence and never compromise the integrity of our content for financial gain. We will continue to provide honest, detailed, and practical information that serves your best interests.
We promise to stay current with industry developments, new technologies, and changing regulations so that our guidance remains relevant and valuable.
Join Our Community
Generator Shop is more than just a blog. It’s a community of people who value preparedness, self-reliance, and informed decision-making. We encourage you to explore our content, ask questions through our contact form, and share your own experiences.
Whether you’re shopping for your first generator or you’re an experienced user looking for advanced tips, we’re here to help. Thank you for trusting Generator Shop as your guide to reliable backup power.
Our journey continues as we expand our content library and improve our resources. We’re grateful for readers like you who make this work meaningful and worthwhile.