It’s important to remember that these types of generators are going to be loud when they’re in operation.
They’re large machines designed to provide enough power for all the appliances in your home at once so there’s no way around this issue when it comes time to use one during an emergency.
Keep this important fact in mind when using a portable electric generator for your home in case you feel tempted to place it inside.
You want the unit to be out of the way so that it’s not likely to be tipped over or otherwise damaged, but this also means that it’s going to be around everyone in your family who might have trouble dealing with the noise levels.
The average noise level of a gas-powered generator is between 70 and 90 decibels which fall within OSHA guidelines for safe exposure.
The average noise level of an electric generator is typically much lower at 50 decibels typically making them easier on your ears when they’re running during an emergency.