Quiet. Many standby generator units produce less than 60 decibels of noise — as quiet as a normal conversation. Quick. When equipped with an automatic transfer switch, a propane standby generator can produce supplemental electricity, often in as little as 10 seconds after primary power failure.Safe. The American Red Cross recommends permanent standby generators over portable units as a safer means to provide backup power.Dependable. A 7kW standby generator drawing fuel from a 250-gallon propane tank can provide enough electricity to power a home for up to five days. Unlike diesel or gasoline, propane won’t deteriorate while stored in the tank.Reassuring. With a propane standby generator, you can be assured that basic lifestyle needs — such as heating, cooling, cooking, food storage, and hot and cold water supply — will continue under virtually any circumstances.