Should my Tampa generator run on natural gas or propane?

If your Tampa home has natural gas service through TECO Peoples Gas — which serves most of the urban and suburban Tampa Bay area — natural gas is almost always the better choice. Natural gas generators have unlimited runtime (no tank to refill), require no storage permits, and cost less long-term because you pay utility rates instead of delivered propane. Propane is the right choice for Tampa homes outside TECO’s service area or in rural Pasco/Hernando areas where natural gas isn’t available. A whole home propane setup typically requires a 500 to 1,000 gallon tank for multi-day hurricane runtime. During your free GenerX estimate, we confirm natural gas availability at your address and walk through both options based on your specific lot, fuel costs, and expected runtime needs.