Maximizing the Power of Whole-Home Backup Generators
Losing power is, at best, inconvenient and, at worst, dangerous. But installing a whole-home backup generator will change your household’s relationship with outages, helping you keep everything running when the grid goes down. Learn how these systems work and why they may enhance your home’s comfort and security.
Understanding How a Whole-Home Generator Functions
A whole-home generator is a superior option to a portable generator. A backup generator is fixed in place outside your home and combusts propane or natural gas for consistent energy that lasts for hours, days or even longer.
Instead of manually setting it up and refill the fuel each time you use it, a whole-home generator connects to your home’s electrical system through a transfer switch, enabling it to start automatically during a power outage. After the utility power is back online, the generator shuts down on its own, and the transfer switch switches your home back to the municipal grid. This quick transition ensures you don’t have to worry about being left without light or critical systems during an outage.
10 Good Reasons to Consider Whole-Home Backup Power
Whole-home generators offer multiple advantages. Here are 10 compelling reasons to think about investing in one for your household.
1. Convenient home-based power
A whole-home generator means continuous, automatic power without the need for manual setup or frequent refueling. Unlike portable generators, which demand your presence for setup and fueling, a whole-home generator activates within seconds of an outage and keeps running as long as it’s fueled. This hands-free operation ensures your home stays powered without you needing to lift a finger.
2. Avoid food spoilage
Food spoilage is a costly and inconvenient result of losing power. A whole-home generator keeps your fridge and freezer running, protecting your food and preventing it from spoiling. This benefit is particularly valuable during long outages, allowing you to keep food fresh and stopping you from having to restock everything.
3. Maintain HVAC functionality
Maintaining a steady indoor temperature promotes the comfort and well-being of your entire household, especially the elderly, children and even your pets. By installing a whole-home generator, your heating and air conditioning stays online during extreme conditions, preventing heatstroke in the summer and hypothermia in the winter.
4. Limit damage to electronics and wiring
Power outages can damage appliances and electronics. A whole-home generator provides a steady source of electricity, protecting devices from sudden power loss and subsequent surges when electricity is restored. For an extra layer of protection against surges, try installing a whole-home surge protector at the same time.
5. Keep medical devices running as well
Even more so than general electronics, if a member of your household relies on healthcare equipment, a power outage can be literally life-threatening. A whole-home generator ensures that vital medical equipment like oxygen machines or ventilators remain operational through an outage.
6. Preventing frozen pipes
A power outage in the winter could stop your heating system from working. Even natural gas furnaces often use electronic ignitions, making them useless in an outage. As the temperature falls, frozen and/or bursting pipes are a significant risk. Whole-home generators keep your heating system online to ensure the temperature stays stable and prevent costly water damage from burst pipes.
7. No income disruption
If you work remotely, being left without power can cause missed deadlines and lower productivity. Installing a backup generator keeps your home office powered. As long as your internet connection remains intact, you can continue working, meeting deadlines and staying connected with your remote team and clients.
8. Storm readiness
Major storms can cause power outages that last for days. But by installing a whole-home generator, your key systems like lighting or appliances continue working both through and after the storm. This preparedness ensures you won’t have to scramble after a storm-related crisis.
9. Increased home value
The assurance of continuous power during outages is an attractive selling point. As a result, adding a whole-home generator adds home value and could even raise your potential selling price.
10. Peace of mind
The unpredictability of power outages can be stressful. By installing backup power, you are assured that your home’s critical systems will keep running. You also enjoy a sense of normalcy and safety during outages, which significantly improves your family’s comfort with sudden power outages.
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When you choose Arundel Cooling for whole-home backup generator installation, you’ll receive the highest standards of service throughout the process. Our ACE-certified technicians strive for prompt, professional results with your satisfaction 100% guaranteed. To get more details on how a whole-home generator can boost peace of mind and your sense of comfort please contact us today.
