If you are looking for a generator that is not noisy, you may be out of luck. generators by their very nature produce noise. That said, there are ways to minimize the noise produced by a generator. One way is to purchase a unit with an enclosed muffler. Another way is to place the generator on a platform made of rubber or other vibration-dampening material. Finally, make sure to keep the generator well-maintained and in good working order; a poorly maintained unit will be much louder than one that is properly cared for.