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Question:

How much would it cost to use a small diesel generator to run AC since I can afford what PG&E charges?

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Answer:

Running a generator of any kind or size will cost you more than your local utility company charges per day. A generator is usually a emergency or standby situation and not ment for long term use.
Depends on the size of the generator, but it will be cheaper to use your wall outlet.
If you are going to use a small generator, natural gas will be likely to cost less than diesel; but I still think buying from PGE will cost less. Possible exception: You need power in the middle of nowhere, for a short time, and PGE will charge lots of money to run a line and new transformer to the location. (In this case, you still may wish to *rent* the generator)

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