A recent analysis of the most current Annual Electric Industry Reports from the U.S. Energy Information Administration found that New Jersey has some of the nation’s longest power outages per customer — clocking in at over five and a half hours!
Whether the cause is a downed power line, an overburdened power grid or some other reason, power outages can be a serious concern for homeowners in Morris, Union, Somerset, and Sussex Counties. An extended grid blackout can steal away your access to HVAC equipment, security systems, food refrigeration, lights and communication devices. If you rely on at-home medical devices or electronic mobility equipment like stair lifts or wheelchairs, a blackout is an immediate safety issue.
That’s why so many Northern New Jersey households rely on standby generators powered by propane. These units come on automatically when they detect a loss of grid electricity and provide backup power to your home. In this article, we’ll discuss how they stand up to other generator types like diesel or gasoline models.
When reliability matters most, propane stands apart. Unlike gasoline, which can break down within three to six months, or diesel, which requires additives to prevent spoilage, propane never degrades. Stored in sealed tanks, it maintains full energy potential indefinitely. This infinite shelf life makes propane ideal for standby generators that may sit idle for long periods yet need to start instantly when the power goes out.
While a propane generator can cost more upfront, it quickly pays off. Propane burns cleaner than gasoline or diesel, leaving minimal carbon buildup and reducing the need for oil changes and tune-ups. That means fewer service calls, lower maintenance expenses, and longer equipment life — savings that add up year after year.
Propane’s clean, consistent combustion provides reliable power output and smoother operation. And unlike diesel, which can gel in freezing temperatures, propane performs flawlessly even during harsh New Jersey winters.
Propane has one of the best safety records in the industry. It’s stored in pressurized, sealed tanks that virtually eliminate spill risks. If a leak occurs, propane dissipates harmlessly into the air rather than pooling on the ground. Plus, propane produces fewer greenhouse gases and particulates than diesel or gasoline, helping protect local air quality.
Gasoline and diesel require constant rotation and special storage precautions. Propane does not. With Dixon Energy, you’ll have a reliable, on-site fuel supply and automatic propane delivery whenever you need it — no additives, no spoilage, no stress.
At Dixon Energy, we’re proud to sell and install top-rated standby generator systems by Honeywell. These fantastic systems are durable and dependable, and we can size them to power just about any size of home, based on your specific needs. And Dixon Energy handles every step of the process for you. We install the unit, the propane tank and the gas lines. Plus, our team is here to keep your tank filled and provide maintenance for the life of your generator!
Don’t get left in the dark again. Reach out to our team today for a free estimate on a propane-powered standby generator.