I also agree with other posters that a second battery is needed unless you want to get up in the middle of the nite to start the genny. I also even though its more money would recommend the Honda 2000 watt, a little more spent upfront will give you less problems down the road. Just make sure you get the Honda Companion model as it has a twist lock 30amp plug in. There some nice used ones I'm sure for sale to save you some money. I purchased mine new but it had been dropped on its front corner cracking the front cover, got mine for $750, been using for 2 yrs with no issues.