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A generator can provide peace of mind from power outages. Natural disasters such as ice storms, forest fires or flooding can cause outages for hours, days and in some instances, weeks. A generator can give you access to power to all or parts of your home. Here are some things to consider when selecting a generator that’s right for your needs.
TYPE OF GENERATOR:
The basic types of generators include larger, permanent generators meant to power an entire home in the case of an emergency and smaller portable generators that can be used for smaller homes, RVs or work sites. These typically run off propane or gasoline. There’s also a category of products marketed as solar or “fuel-less” generators that are essentially compact battery banks that can be connected to solar panels. Here we will focus on the use of the permanent generators intended to power an entire home.
WHOLE HOME POWER OR PARTIAL LOAD POWER:
When the power goes out, do you prefer to have the entire home function as normal or prefer to only cover the essentials until power is restored? The choice between the two and which essentials you choose will determine your energy needs. Generators can range from 7.5kW to 150kW. The size of your home can also help determine your energy needs.
AUTOMATIC OR STATIONARY:
An automatic standby generator automatically supplies power within seconds of a utility outage and shuts itself off when power returns. It operates on natural or propane gas and can be directly connected to your gas supply line. Similar to a central air conditioning unit, it is installed outside your home.
Read on below for what you need to know about how a generator can provide backup energy and peace of mind.
Walker ClimateCare’s Branch Manager, Tom Rand talks about the growing interest in generators, along with the categories to consider.
Be prepared for electricity outages with home backup power when you need it. Used with natural gas or liquid propane, a home backup power generator can provide electricity to your entire home or only your essential items.
Power all of your home or only the essentials.
For energy requirements From 7.5kW
For energy requirements between 15 – 30kW
There are several benefits to a permanent home backup generator. Here are some of the reasons below:
Top that off with available 24 / 7 / 365 day support from the manufacturer.
Generac generators are preferred by 8 out of every 10 homeowners who invest in home backup power.
Like Generac’s other home standby generators, the PowerPact provides automatic backup, specifically to essential circuits. It protects what’s most important to homeowners, like refrigerators, well pumps and select appliances, and it does so automatically.
With the Guardian Series, invest in a backup power system that is appropriate for your needs. From essential circuit coverage to backing up your entire home, there is a Guardian Series home backup generator that fits the bill.
Walker ClimateCare will set up the installation site outside of your home, place the generator, run the natural gas or LP fuel line and make all necessary electrical connections. Walker ClimateCare will also make sure that your backup generator runs properly, and is ready for a power outage.
The G-Force Engine is built to handle the rigors of home power generator use, that is reliable and requires less routine maintenance.
A home power generator may be needed for hours, days, even weeks at a time. Constant use can put an engine under incredible stress. These generators are engineered to withstand the rigors of generating power, ready for long life and trouble-free performance.
Walker ClimateCare can work with you to help select the right generator for the size and usage of your home, answer all your questions and provide you with a risk-free quote.
At Walker ClimateCare our team will conduct a thorough assessment of your home using a load calculation. We factor in all aspects including the size of your home, its layout and direction and how much insulation you have, to determine the right size of generator for your home and to ensure a flawless installation process.
A great generator is only as effective as the team installing it, and our team members train multiple times each year to achieve greater quality standards.
