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Top 6 benefits of a backup generator 

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

 

The modern home is nothing without electricity. Our comfort, health and productivity are inextricably linked to having power. And while you might be fine for a short power outage, having an extended time in the dark after a grid failure or powerful storm will get you thinking about taking matters into your own hands. Today, there are many reasons to invest in a backup generator that will keep you confident that your home will stay up and running.

 


 

1. Automatic backup power for the essentials.

Keep the lights on and the temperature comfortable. With a home standby generator, you can rest assured that you’ll never be without these essential systems. Plus, all those groceries in your fridge and freezer will stay at temp, ready to be whipped into a meal with any electric-based cooking appliances.

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2. It’s the fastest way to get power back.

When grid power fails, your home standby generator kicks on so fast, if you blink you might miss it. While a portable generator can help supply a little power for a little while, it’s hard to beat the peace of mind that comes with an whole home backup solution that automatically senses a failure of grid power.

   

3. Don’t stress about essential devices.

Sometimes, having power in your home is not just for comfort or convenience, but it’s necessary for health and safety. A home standby generator delivers the confidence that home systems like a sump pump and personal essential devices will stay functioning properly, keeping you connected and on top of weather announcements until grid power is restored.

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4. Highly fuel-efficient backup power.

Home standby generators can be connected to natural gas or a propane tank. And when you add a tank utility monitor, you can manage the whole system from a the Mobile Link app. Fuel levels? Check. Automatic connection secured? Check. Storm coming? No problem.  

   

5. Add value to your home.

When it comes to any long-term investment, you’ll want to be sure you see some kind of return. A home standby generator is a good investment for homeowners because when you get ready to sell, it’ll capture the attention of future-focused, safety-minded or technology-centric buyers. According to Consumer Reports, a permanently installed generator could get you a 3-5% boost on your home value.

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6. Unmatched peace of mind.

Like so many smart devices you might have in your home, a home standby generator works whether you’re there or not. If your vacation home in Florida loses power while you’re visiting family in Kansas, you don’t have to worry about spoiled freezer food or mold taking hold because the A/C is out. You can check in remotely to be sure everything is staying powered up, including your peace of mind.  

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Explore Generac solutions.

If you’re ready to consider a home standby generator, we can help guide you to the right size and specifications to power up the things you need, and prevent costly issues that could pile up when the power goes out.

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